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Holiday Dangers Alert from Our Fremont Veterinarian

At Irvington Pet Hospital part of our mission statement is that we help pets live a longer, happier and healthier life. Unfortunately, many pets are brought into our vet hospital during the holidays because they’ve been exposed to some type of holiday item or foods that are dangerous or even toxic. To keep your pets safe, here are some items to keep away from them so you can avoid an unexpected trip to our animal hospital.

Five Holiday Items to Keep Away from Pets

Many treats we humans find so enticing during the holidays, as well as many of the decorations we put up, are often dangerous to pets.

Holiday Food Fare: Keep nuts, chocolate, and raw bread dough out of reach so they are not tempted to sample. Immediately put away any leftovers so they do not tempt your dog or cat. We also recommend not sharing human food with pets in general.

Festive Drinks and Toasts: Pets may become ill if they ingest alcohol, so be sure drinks aren’t left out and spills are wiped up quickly. Never give a pet alcohol for any reason.

Plants and Flowers: While staples of the holiday season, mistletoe, holly, lilies and poinsettias can be harmful, and in some cases lethal, to pets if ingested. Keep all of these plants in areas that pets cannot access.  

Trees: The Christmas tree itself can be dangerous to pets. If pets chew on the pine needles or drink the water from the tree, they can become very ill. Similar to holiday plants, we advise pet owners to put the tree in a part of the house that the pet does not have access to.  

Tinsel and Trimmings: Cats may like the appeal of tinsel, but it can become obstructed if they eat it, so it’s best to avoid hanging it on your tree. Also, do not hang ornaments low on the tree as the ornaments and the ornament hooks often draw the attention of curious cats.

Be Prepared and You Will Keep Your Pet Safe

As your Fremont veterinarian, we know that it’s not easy to avoid all of the potential pet pitfalls with everything else you’re doing at this busy time. If your pet does experience some type of emergency, please call our vet hospital right away at 510-657-4060 so we can advise you on the best course of action to take.

Something else you may want to consider to keep your pet safe is boarding. Our dog boarding and cat boarding services can make sure your pet is safe and secure while you enjoy your family and friends, or take that holiday vacation.

Happy holidays to you and your pets!

What steps do you take during the holidays to keep your pets safe?

Pet boarding at an animal hospital or veterinary clinic is becoming a popular choice for pet lovers who want to make sure that their pet is well taken care of while they're away on business, vacation, or other personal reasons. Choosing a place to board your dog or cat may cause you to have a number of questions, including "Will my dog be exercised?", "Will my pet be given fresh water daily?", "How often will my dog be fed?", "How often will my pet be checked on?", "How often will my pet be given love and affection?"

Fremont Animal Hospital Pet Boarding

Here at our vet hospital, Irvington Pet Hospital in Fremont, CA, you can be assured that your pet is healthy and happy while staying at our facility. We offer both cat boarding and dog boarding, and we strive to make your pet as relaxed and happy as possible. Our veterinarian is always available in case your pet requires medical treatment during boarding.

Your cat will have her own cat condo, which includes a two-room living arrangement providing separation from the litter box and living room. Our cat ward is exclusively for cats; dogs have their own boarding area. We also make sure that your dog gets ample exercise. In fact, we walk all dogs three times daily on week days and two times daily on weekends. Our boarding facilities for dogs are clean and spacious.

Tips for Pet Boarding

Leaving your pet for an extended period of time can cause stress and separation anxiety for your pet. However, our Fremont veterinarians have suggested a number of tips to help ease your pet’s anxiety. First, start bringing out your suitcase weeks in advance of your trip. Second, be sure to call our vet hospital early and speak to our veterinarian  to let us know your pet boarding needs. Third, let us know your pet's likes and dislikes. Fourth, if your pet has a favorite toy that may provide him with comfort, bring it along when you board him. Lastly, be sure to provide us with your contact information, including how you can be reached while you are gone.

We love to give tours of our boarding facilities? Have you been on our tour yet?

Irvington Vet Comments:

We proudly announce the inauguration of our new blog for Irvington Pet Hospital. We know your pet deserves an experienced Fremont veterinarian. We aim to become your pet health advisor as well as your pet’s trusted friend.

How will this blog help? We will continue the tradition we have already begun on our website or presenting you with the most timely and useful information from the world of pet health care. Our blogs will feature breaking news in veterinary medicine, ongoing tidbits of wisdom and advice, seasonal information and, of course, answers to your questions.

We believe the educational and counseling side of our work matters just as much as the medical diagnoses and treatments we perform day in and day out. We want to become your primary resource in every matter related to your pet’s well being.

The Animal Hospital with a Heart

If you and your pet live in the Fremont area, we invite you to schedule a tour so you can see the wide range of services our animal hospital offers. In addition to non-urgent appointments during our regular hours, we keep a veterinarian and support staff on hand to deal with emergencies and urgent-care situations. We also optimize the quality of care we provide by limiting our practice to cats and dogs exclusively.

If you have to travel, do not worry. Our facility offers cat boarding and dog boarding services. (Yes, we keep the dogs separated from the cats!) Feline and canine boarders will enjoy the peace and security of tour "pet condos." Cats get a two-room arrangement with the litter box set apart from the living area, while dogs get regular daily walks. Let our trained staff keep your pet happy and healthy until your return.

Please contact us at (510) 657-4060 if you have any questions or would like to schedule boarding or an appointment for your pet.

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