PHONE: 970-352-9164
EMAIL: [email protected]
While a few pounds may not mean much to a human, they can make a big difference in the health of your pet. A dog five pounds above their ideal weight can develop serious medical conditions, including diabetes, heart disease and cancer – and it only takes two pounds of extra weight for a cat… Read more »
Fly strike is a painful condition that most frequently affects animals in the summer and fall heat. Also called myiasis, it is an irritation caused by the biting of flies, including stable flies, black flies and deer flies. Here in Colorado, we have had a few cases of cuterebra fly strike this summer as well…. Read more »
Fireworks, picnics and other Fourth of July traditions can be great fun for people; but all of the festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals. Noisy fireworks and other celebrations can startle animals and cause them to run away; holiday foods can be unhealthy; summer heat and travel can be dangerous; and potentially… Read more »
Whether you have had your dog or cat for years, or have just welcomed a new furry family member into your home, having them microchipped is an important safety precaution. Here at Powell Veterinary Service we use an ISO chip created by SaveThisLife that can be read with any universal microchip reader. The microchip gives… Read more »
What is laser therapy? Laser therapy is the application of a coherent light. The laser light consists of multiple light waves in which all the waves support one another. Laser therapy is a holistic, non-invasive, effective way to treat and manage many different conditions. How does laser therapy work? The laser beam stimulates the cells… Read more »
As the 5th in our series of Top Five Tips for Assuring your Pet’s Health and Wellbeing we have compiled this general information to remember in handling your pets. To see our 4 other blogs on this subject go to powellvets.com and select the Blog tab. Love & affection Just like people, pets thrive… Read more »
This information is provided as the 4th in our series of fundamental instruction on assuring the health and well-being of your pet’s health. See our other blogs at : https://powellvets.com/cleen-teeth-essential-to-the-health-of-your-pet/ https://powellvets.com/feeding-your-pet-the-right-food-and-the-right-amount-of-food-is-a-cornerstone-of-his-health/ https://powellvets.com/cleen-teeth-essential-to-the-health-of-your-pet/ Keeping pets’ ears clean contributes to their health and wellness by preventing irritation and infection that can be painful and potentially lead to hearing loss…. Read more »
This information is provided as the 3rd in our series of fundamental instruction on assuring the health and well-being of your pet’s health. See our other blogs at : https://powellvets.com/is-there-anything-i-can-do-to-assure-my-pets-health-2/ https://powellvets.com/feeding-your-pet-the-right-food-and-the-right-amount-of-food-is-a-cornerstone-of-his-health/ Regular oral examinations and dental cleanings are essential to the health of your pet. Imagine how your teeth would look and feel if you didn’t… Read more »
This information is provided as the 2nd in our series of fundamental instruction on assuring the health and well-being of your pet’s health. See our 1st blog at : https://powellvets.com/is-there-anything-i-can-do-to-assure-my-pets-health-2/ What to feed? 1. Analyze commercial pet food choices Thoroughly investigate the options offered by identifying the real manufacturer of the pet foods you are… Read more »
Written by Kate Howell, Powell Veterinary Services Many years ago I was talking to my son about his work. Although he rarely shares stories about his work as a firefighter, we were talking about a response from their crew to a horrific auto accident where there were several fatalities. I had thought often about how… Read more »
WORKING HOURS:
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 12:00 noon