Mancelona Veterinary Hospital

10/12/2026

🐾 Meet Bruce!

Bruce came to visit us last week, and it didn’t take long for him to melt the hearts of every staff member with his sweet, loving personality! 🥰

Thank you for sharing this sweet boy with us! We loved every minute with Bruce! 💕🐶
❤️

10/12/2026

🩺 Why are regular veterinary checkups so important?

Pets are experts at hiding signs of illness. By the time you notice something is wrong, a condition may already have progressed.

Routine wellness visits allow your veterinarian to:
🐶 Check your pet from nose to tail
🐱 Monitor weight and body condition
💉 Keep vaccinations up to date
🦷 Evaluate dental health
🦠 Discuss parasite prevention
❤️ Establish baseline health information
🔎 Catch potential problems early

Preventive care isn't just about treating illness — it's about helping your pet stay healthy and comfortable for as long as possible.

📅 If your pet is due for a wellness visit, give us a call!

10/11/2026

Happy !
Who is your favorite snuggle buddy?

10/10/2026

⚖️ Is your pet at a healthy weight?

It can be surprisingly difficult to tell! Extra weight may seem harmless, but even a few additional pounds can put added stress on your pet’s joints and increase the risk of certain health problems.

A healthy pet should generally have:
🐾 Ribs that can be felt with gentle pressure
🐾 A visible waist when viewed from above
🐾 A slight abdominal tuck when viewed from the side

Treats count toward daily calories too! 🦴 If your pet is getting lots of treats, consider using small portions or even part of their regular food as rewards.

Not sure whether your pet is at an ideal weight? Your veterinary team can help determine their body condition and create a healthy weight plan.

10/09/2026

🦷 Did you know your pet’s dental health affects more than their breath?

Dental disease is one of the most common health problems we see in dogs and cats. Plaque and tartar can lead to painful inflammation, infection, and damage to the structures supporting the teeth.

Watch for signs such as:
🐾 Bad breath
🐾 Red or swollen gums
🐾 Difficulty chewing
🐾 Dropping food
🐾 Decreased appetite
🐾 Excessive drooling

Regular veterinary dental evaluations can help catch problems before they become painful or serious.

💡 Tip: Brushing your pet’s teeth regularly with pet-safe toothpaste is one of the best ways to help prevent dental disease.

When was your pet’s last dental checkup? 🐶🐱

10/08/2026

🐾 Annual Wellness Visits: Because Prevention Matters! 🐾

October is National Pet Wellness Month!

Your pet may seem perfectly healthy, but our pets are experts at hiding signs of illness. That’s why annual wellness visits are so important! ❤️

During your pet’s yearly visit, our veterinary team can help:

🩺 Perform a complete physical exam
We check your pet from nose to tail and look for changes that may not be obvious at home.

💉 Keep vaccines up to date
Vaccines help protect your pet from preventable diseases and keep their protection current.

🧪 Run routine screening tests
Bloodwork, heartworm testing, f***l testing, urinalysis, and other routine diagnostics can help detect problems before your pet starts showing symptoms.

🦷 Monitor dental health
Dental disease is extremely common in pets and can have a major impact on their overall health.

⚖️ Keep track of weight and body condition
Maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of many health problems and keep your pet feeling their best.

🐶🐱 Prevention is always better than waiting for a problem to appear!

Regular wellness visits allow us to establish what is normal for your pet and monitor changes over time. Early detection can mean more treatment options and, in many cases, a better outcome.

📅 Is your pet due for their annual wellness visit? Give Mancelona Veterinary Hospital a call and let’s keep those tails wagging and those purrs going! 🐾❤️

10/07/2026

Meet our new receptionists!
Megan and Chelsea joined our team in June 2026!

Chelsea has one kitty, Nala (pictured) and one Pitbull named Bella.
Chelsea is most excited to get to know our clients and help them with their pets!

Megan has two cats, Blue and Shadow, and one English Setter named Echo (pictured).
Megan is most excited to get to love on all of the patients that come in!

Megan and Chelsea have been wonderful additions to our team!
Please give them your warmest MVH Welcome!
You can read more about these two, and our whole team, on our website mancelona-vet.com

10/06/2026

Join us for our Annual Trunk-Or-Treat!
Leashed pets welcome!
Hope to see you there!

10/05/2026

10/04/2026

Happy !
Who's being snuggly in your home today?