We all age, including our pets, and it is important for all to stay in good health. There is an option called the Senior Health Profile that focuses solely on evaluating the overall health of elderly pets. This profile includes several aspects including from an examination to a complete panel of bloodwork. We at times do not know when our pet has an underlying health condition until bloodwork or other tests are performed, this being a great reason to have our pets checked. We will be more than glad to explain every option a Senior Health Profile consists of and the cost that entails, contact us today!

The holidays have passed and there have been many gifts received, including puppies and kittens! One of the most important tasks as a new owner of a puppy or kitten is having them examined by a Veterinarian and keeping them up to date on vaccines. Puppies have a high probability of contracting the very harmful and potentially deadly parvo virus without the vaccine, this is just one example of an illness that can be prevented by vaccination. Kittens have a higher chance of contracting the potentially fatal feline leukemia virus if not vaccinated. It is important to start puppies and kittens off on the right track and keep them vaccinated throughout adulthood to assist in helping them live long, healthy lives. We offer a series of vaccines and deworming for both puppies and kittens for the appropriated ages of 6 weeks to 16 weeks. Ask us about the puppy plan or kitten plan when making your appointment.

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Heartworms are transmitted through mosquitoes. Dogs are hosts for mosquitoes, when a mosquito bites a dog that has heartworms it then transmits them to another dog, or cat. In Texas, mosquitoes are present year round and therefore it is very important to keep pets on heartworm prevention year round. This being said, it is a concern for pets that do not receive prevention. Due to a recent worldwide shortage of heartworm treatment, if a pet becomes infected with heartworms they may not have the option to receive treatment. There are numerous options of heartworm prevention and promotions being offered on many of them.

Did you know that there is a newer product available that is the combination of both Interceptor and Comfortis, combined into one flavored tablet? Cost effective and definitely more convenient! It is called TRIFEXIS. Ask us about it!

We will be open our normal business hours on Saturday December 31st from 8am to 12 noon. We will be closed as normal on Sunday January 1st and reopen on Monday January 2nd with normal business hours 7:30am to 5:30pm. We appreciate your business!

Cypress Creek Animal Hospital hours for Christmas:

Monday: Normal Business hours 7:30am-5:30pm

Tuesday: 7:30am-4:30pm (closing one hour early for Staff Christmas Party)

Wednesday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Thursday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm

Saturday (CHRISTMAS EVE): CLOSED

Sunday: Closed as usual

There are few things to think when boarding pets over the holidays. One important thought is ensuring pets are up to date on vaccines including the flu vaccine. Another task is to make sure that pets have their proper medications and specific food (especially food allergic pets) with them when boarding’; if they have anxiety the thundershirt is an option. And last but not least proper care and instructions for pets whether they board at an animal hospital, kennel, or have a pet sitter.

For those that have dogs with separation anxiety and/or fear of thunderstorms, the new item called the Thundershirt may be an option to assist with calming them while boarding. There have been proven results including from clients that visit our hospital, please see the reviews on our facebook page. For more information contact the hospital or visit http://www.thundershirt.com

As there are even more cases of the canine flu being reported in the San Antonio area, it is important to consider the Canine Influenza Vaccine when boarding dogs, as well as other vaccines. Some kennels are even requiring the Flu vaccine. While vaccines are avoided due to cost at times, it usually becomes cost effective in the long run if a pet contracts the illness and has to be treated which in turn will cost considerably more. Our pets are important too and they depend on us as owners to keep them well, ensure that they are for their holidays!

Most think winter is a good time to temporarily stop flea prevention for their pets. Believe it or not, our mild winters allow for these pesky little creatures to hang around yearly and often are not known of while they sit and feed on animals including dogs, cats, and deer. There are many options for flea prevention and the process is simple in most cases. Cypress Creek Animal Hospital offers products to assist with the prevention of fleas.

Current Heartgard and Frontline promotions are available, savings of $35 or more! Ask us about it!