09/04/2026
Reminder of our holiday weekend hours:
We will be closed in observance of Labor Day from Saturday Sept 5th - Monday Sept 7th. We wish everyone a safe, cool, and relaxing weekend! Please remember to keep pets limited to the heat exposure. It only take minutes to develop heat stroke! See tips/signs/and what to do below..
Warning Signs of Heat Illness/Heat Stroke:
~Heavy or rapid panting and difficulty breathing
~Excessive drooling/salivation
~Bright red or pale gums and tongue
~Lethargy, weakness, or unwillingness to move
~Vomiting, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), or collapse
What to Do in an Emergency?
~CONTACT A VETERINARIAN IMMEDIATELY
~Move your pet immediately into an air-conditioned or shaded area.
~Wet their fur/skin with cool water, focusing on the head, belly, and paw pads. (Avoid ice baths or freezing water, which can shock their system and trap internal heat.)
~Turn on a fan and point it toward your pet to help lower their body temperature through evaporation.
~Offer small sips of cool water, but never force them to drink.
Prevention Tips:
~Never leave pets in a parked car, even for a few minutes with the windows cracked; interior temperatures skyrocket instantly.
~Check the pavement using the back of your hand before walking your dog; hot asphalt can severely burn paw pads.
~Limit outdoor exercise to the coolest parts of the day, like early morning or late evening.
~Provide constant access to fresh, cool water and deep shade when outdoors.
~Watch vulnerable pets closely, including short-nosed breeds (like Pugs or Bulldogs), overweight animals, and older pets.
*In the event of an emergency, please contact VEG ER, UrgentVet, Blue Pearl, or Mission VCA.
