Norwich Regional Animal Hospital

11/13/2026

🐾🧠 HAPPY WORLD ENRICHMENT DAY! 🐶🐱❤️

Did you know enrichment is just as important for your pet's mental well-being as physical exercise?

Keeping those brains busy helps reduce boredom, relieve stress, build confidence, and encourage natural behaviors!

And enrichment doesn't have to be expensive or complicated! 🐾

🦴 Puzzle feeders and frozen Kongs

👃 Snuffle mats and scent games

🎾 Hide-and-seek with favorite toys

🐱 Food puzzles, climbing towers, and interactive toys

🍂 Sniff walks where your dog gets to lead the way!

❤️ A tired pet isn't always a fulfilled pet. Mental stimulation matters, too!

Now we want to hear from YOU!

🐾 What's your pet's FAVORITE way to play or stay busy? Share your ideas (and pictures!) in the comments! You might just inspire another pet parent to try something new!

11/11/2026

Happy Veterans Day! ❤️🤍💙

Today, all of us at Norwich Regional Animal Hospital honor the brave men and women who have served our country, along with the incredible military working dogs who served beside them. 🐕

To our two-legged and four-legged heroes, THANK YOU for your service and sacrifice! ❤️🐾

11/07/2026

🕷️ IT'S NOVEMBER… AND GUESS WHAT? THE TICKS DIDN'T GET THE MEMO!

Just because the temperatures are dropping doesn't mean the ticks have packed their bags for the winter!

Here in Vermont, ticks can remain active whenever temperatures are above freezing, and all it takes is a few warmer days for them to come crawling back out!

That's why we recommend keeping your pets on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention ALL YEAR ROUND! 🐶🐱

🐾 Ticks don't follow a calendar!

🐾 Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses are still a concern.

🐾 Skipping winter doses can leave your pet unprotected during unexpected warm spells.

🐾 Year-round prevention helps keep your pet protected without seasonal gaps.

And remember, even pets on preventatives should still be checked for ticks after outdoor adventures!

Prevention is much easier than treating a preventable illness!

Not sure which preventative is best for your pet? Give us a call! We're happy to help you find the right option.

11/06/2026

PLEASE JOIN US IN WELCOMING ABBY TO THE NORWICH REGIONAL FAMILY!

We have a new face joining our team, and we're so excited for everyone to meet her!

Abby recently made the move from Massachusetts to the beautiful Upper Valley with her boyfriend to help some friends get their farm up and running!

She brings 5 years of veterinary technician/assistant experience and a whole lot of passion for helping animals!

🐾 A little more about Abby!

🐴 She's a certified equine massage therapist!

🐶 She has three furry family members: Edna the horse, Dakota the dog, and Helga the kitten!

❤️ Rescue holds a special place in her heart. She's worked and volunteered in animal shelters and even has experience as an animal control officer!

🩺 She's a science lover, with anatomy and physiology being her favorite subjects in school!

🌿 When she's not helping animals, you'll likely find her horseback riding, hiking, off-roading, or spending time with friends and family.

But what we love most is Abby's goal in life: To help as many animals as possible live happy, healthy lives.

We think she'll fit right in with our crew, and we're so excited to have her as part of the Norwich Regional family!

🐾 Help us give Abby a BIG Upper Valley welcome! Drop a hello in the comments, and be sure to say hi when you see her around the hospital!

Welcome to the team, Abby!

11/04/2026

❤️ HAPPY NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK! ❤️

This week, we're giving a HUGE shoutout to the incredible shelters, rescues, staff, fosters, and volunteers who work tirelessly to give animals the second chances they deserve!

Behind every happy adoption photo are countless hours of hard work, medical care, patience, sleepless nights, and a whole lot of LOVE! ❤️

We want to give an EXTRA special shoutout to some of our amazing local rescue friends!

🐾 Random Rescue

🐾 Potter's Angels Rescue

🐾 Long Trail Canine Rescue

🐾 Upper Valley Humane Society

We see firsthand the dedication, compassion, and hard work these organizations put into helping animals in need. Rescue isn't always easy, but the difference you make is incredible!

From all of us at Norwich Regional Animal Hospital, THANK YOU for everything you do! ❤️

11/03/2026

🌎 HAPPY ONE HEALTH DAY!

Did you know that the health of people, animals, and our environment is all connected?

That's what One Health is all about!

Here at Norwich Regional Animal Hospital, we see firsthand how caring for our furry friends also helps protect our families and communities.

🐾 Keeping pets up to date on vaccinations.

🦟 Staying consistent with flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

💊 Using antibiotics responsibly.

🐕 Practicing good hygiene and proper pet waste disposal.

🐈 Keeping our pets healthy through routine veterinary care.

These might seem like small things, but they make a BIG difference!

Healthy pets, healthy people, healthier communities! 🌎

Because taking care of our best friends means taking care of the world we all share.

11/02/2026

LEPTO IS ON THE RISE! IS YOUR DOG PROTECTED?!

We've been hearing about an uptick in Leptospirosis (Lepto) cases, and we want to remind pet owners just how important this vaccine is!

But my dog doesn't swim in ponds or play in swamps!

Here's the thing… THEY DON'T HAVE TO!

Lepto is a bacterial infection spread primarily through the urine of infected wildlife and other animals. Dogs can become exposed through contaminated water, soil, or even wet grass!

🐾 Puddles in your driveway? Yep!

🐾 Wildlife passing through your backyard? Absolutely!

🐾 Hiking trails, parks, and standing water? You bet!

And here's the scary part… Lepto can cause serious kidney and liver damage, can be fatal, and can spread to PEOPLE!

💉 The good news? There is a vaccine!

Lepto vaccination is recommended for ALL dogs, not just those who spend their weekends swimming in lakes or hiking through the woods.

Puppies and dogs receiving the vaccine for the first time typically need an initial series of two doses, followed by annual boosters.

So here's our question… IS YOUR DOG UP TO DATE ON THEIR LEPTO VACCINE?

Not sure? Give us a call! We're always happy to check your pet's records and help keep them protected.

11/01/2026

🍳 IT'S TIME TO SPILL THE KIBBLE! 🐶🐱

Happy National Cook for Your Pets Day!

Whether you're whipping up homemade dog treats, adding some pet-safe veggies to dinner, or making a special meal for your furry best friend, we want to hear about it!

🥕🥒 From carrots and green beans to homemade biscuits, there are plenty of ways to spoil our pets with something yummy!

Just remember, not everything safe for humans is safe for pets! Always double-check ingredients, avoid toxic foods, and make sure homemade meals are nutritionally balanced if they're replacing regular pet food.

NOW SPILL THE KIBBLE! What's your pet's FAVORITE homemade treat or recipe?

👇 Drop your recipes (and pictures of your furry taste testers!) in the comments! We might just have to try a few ourselves!

10/31/2026

🎃 HAPPY HOWL-O-WEEN FROM NORWICH REGIONAL ANIMAL HOSPITAL! 👻

What kind of dog does Dracula have? 🧛‍♂️

A BLOODHOUND! 🦴🤣

We couldn't resist a little Halloween humor!

Whether your pet is dressing up as something spooky, something adorable, or simply judging you from the couch, we hope everyone has a safe and fang-tastic Halloween!

🍬 Remember to keep the candy away from those curious paws!

NOW SHOW US THOSE COSTUMES! We want to see all our furry little ghosts, goblins, and pumpkins in the comments! 👻

10/30/2026

🐱❤️ WHO SAYS NATIONAL CAT DAY HAS TO LAST JUST ONE DAY?! ❤️🐱

We're extending the celebration with an awesome episode of The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos!

Turns out, there's a whole lot more going on behind those whiskers than we give our feline friends credit for!

From the bonds cats form with their humans to the importance of play, enrichment, and understanding their behavior, this podcast is definitely worth a listen!

Because cats need mental stimulation and enrichment just like dogs do!

Take a listen!

Podcast Episode · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos · October 26 · 46m