Southwestern Pet Clinic

09/18/2026

Found and our clinic, brought in by a Good Samaritan.
Black and Silver female sweet husky.
She has some special characteristics that owners should be able to identify and describe.
Please help us find her home! I’m sure the owners are missing her.
405-632-0584

07/06/2026

I found this to be odd timing considering , this morning alone, we are having to send one case off for Rabies testing., spoke with another on the phone regarding quarantine protocols.
A child in Canada died last week from Rabies.
Myself , was exposed by a BOSTON TERRIER!! A few years back. Thank goodness I’ve had my Rabies vaccines ( yes more than one) . A total of 5 currently .
So yes, Zoonotic diseases are a
BIG ISSUE !!!

On July 6, 1885, Louis Pasteur successfully administered the first rabies vaccine — a milestone in preventing a deadly zoonotic disease.

That’s why July 6 is now recognized as World Zoonoses Day, a reminder that protecting animal health and human health are deeply connected.

For veterinary teams, zoonotic disease prevention is not limited to one diagnosis or one conversation. It shows up in preventive care, patient history, infection control, client education, and the everyday routines that help protect pets, families, and teams.

A few things to keep front of mind:
🐕 Zoonotic risk is not just a rabies conversation. Think leptospirosis, brucellosis, MRSP/MRSA, and dermatophytes, especially in dogs with an unknown vaccine history or neurologic, urinary, or hepatic signs.
🐈 Healthy cats pose very low zoonotic risk to healthy people, but immunocompromised clients — including young children, older adults, pregnant people, and immunosuppressed individuals — may need clearer guidance.
🧼 The highest-leverage intervention is still routine preventive care: vaccination, parasite control, safe food handling, and hand hygiene for the whole team.
🌎 One Health starts with prevention and veterinary teams play a critical role in helping clients understand how everyday care can protect the whole household.

Explore zoonotic disease prevention guidance in AAHA’s Canine and Feline Life Stage and One Health Guidelines:

AAHA guidelines help veterinary professionals provide the best healthcare to pets.

03/31/2026

It has come to my attention that our Facebook account has been hacked.
Do not click on any links regarding T-shirt sales!

02/18/2026

Our hours may vary this week as we deal with staff illness.

02/17/2026

Virus 5
Staff 1
Not a good ratio for working.
We will be closed at 2 today.

01/21/2026

I know which picture I prefer, however with the unpredictable Oklahoma weather, we will play it safe and will close at 2 pm Friday for the weekend. We will reopen Monday morning possible delayed start roads pending.
Be sure to get any refills by noon on Friday.

12/23/2025

Just a friendly reminder!!!!
Don't forget to pick up your pets food and medication prior to the clinic being closed for the holiday.
We will be open today from 8am-5pm.
We will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and open Saturday 8:30-12.

We wish everyone a safe and Happy Holidays!
Dr. Geurin , Dr. Cameron and the Southwestern Pet Clinic Team.

10/10/2025

04/10/2025

Let’s start with the easy information,
It’s required by law.
The vaccine doesn’t give your dog rabies.
The rabies virus is deadly if contracted.
Yes people die of rabies in the US still every year.
No, I can’t give you a rabies vaccine.
Yes, I’ve had my rabies vaccines.
Yes, I was exposed, by a Boston Terrier.
It’s a simple step, call us, make an appointment, have your pet vaccinated.
Yes even if it doesn’t go outside. ( see the first statement)., because if it accidentally bites someone in your house and it’s not vaccinated, the pet gets to spend 10 days in quarantine if it’s lucky . If it’s not lucky.,, well let’s not go there.

⚠️ Medical Monday: Rabies Alert for Oklahoma Residents ⚠️

Several positive rabies cases have already been confirmed in Oklahoma this year. To protect your family and animals, make sure all pets and livestock are up to date on their rabies vaccinations.

🐶 Dogs and cats 12 weeks or older are eligible for vaccination.
📅 A booster is required one year after the initial shot, then every 1 to 3 years depending on the vaccine type.

Last year, a dog in Cleveland County tested positive for rabies—it had previously been vaccinated but was not current on its shots. Staying up to date is critical for protection.

What you need to know about rabies in Oklahoma:

🦨 Primary carriers: Skunks and bats
🦠 Transmission: Through saliva, typically via bite wounds
🧤 Handling bats: Always wear gloves! Even if you don’t feel a bite, bat teeth are tiny and you might be bitten without knowing it. Handling a bat with bare hands is considered an exposure.

✅ Be proactive:

Keep vaccinations current

Avoid contact with wild animals

Report unusual wildlife behavior

Let’s keep our communities and animals safe!

🐾Want to learn more rabies? Check out www.cdc.gov or www.oklahoma.gov/health. If you’d like to know more about rabies prevalence in Oklahoma over the past 3 years, this is an interesting interactive map:
https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/e4f5089a3eb246858368f91609c6cbf2

02/19/2025

Good evening everyone. Hope everyone is warm and safe.
I will have a delayed opening tomorrow around 10 am.