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SUMMER EDITION
Veterinary Specialists
& Emergency Services
Monroe Veterinary Associates
Leash the beast! There are more bites, dog fights, and pets
getting hit by cars during the summer. To avoid accidental injury to
you and your furry friend, keep him or her under close supervision
at all times when enjoying the outdoors, especially when you are
distracted or not focused on them.
As always, if you suspect your pet has ingested something
poisonous, please contact your veterinarian or Veterinary Specialists
& Emergency Services at 585-424-1277. Also, be mindful that more
pets get lost on the Fourth of July than any other holiday. With all
of the outdoor activities and loud noises, your pet may become
frightened and run away. If you know your pet is afraid of fireworks,
Linda Banks, DVM keep him or her inside with a treat that takes time to consume, like
Stone Ridge
a pig ear or a treat in a Kong toy, and leave gentle music playing to
Veterinary Hospital
Monroe Veterinary Associates help cover the sound of the fireworks. You can also try exercising
your pet earlier in the day to tire him or her out for the night.
In case the unthinkable happens, be sure to have a current photo of your pet and outfit him or her
with an identification tag attached to the collar. For more information regarding locating a lost
pet, read Locating a Lost Pet on page 11.
Dr. Linda Banks is the hospital director at Stone Ridge Veterinary Hospital. She has cared for pets at
the hospital since 1994 and enjoys working with the pets, clients and staff members that make up
the Stone Ridge Family. Dr. Banks attended Cornell University and received her Bachelors Degree
in Animal Science in 1985. She continued her education at the University of Florida College of
Veterinary Medicine and was awarded her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1990. She went on to
complete an internship at the Animal Hospital of Pittsford and remained there as a staff veterinarian
for four years before moving to Stone Ridge.
When shes not busy with her many duties at the hospital, Dr. Banks enjoys spending time with her
husband, two sons and their furry children.
Rochester Hope for Pets invites you to take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to honor a
family member, pet, special occasion or significant event with a commemorative brick that will
be laid within the memorial garden located at the front north-east side of Veterinary Specialists
& Emergency Services.
By purchasing a personalized brick (available in two sizes and engraved using state-of-the-art
laser technology) you can honor your loved one for a lifetime. You may also display your business
or organizations name as a way to show your support of Rochester Hope for Pets.
All proceeds from the Commemorative Brick Campaign and Memorial Garden go directly
into helping Rochester Hope for Pets continue its mission to improve the quality of life for
companion animals in the greater Rochester area. Through the award process, they offer financial
assistance toward veterinary care costs to pet owners during times of need. Through Duncans
Fund, they provide continuing education courses, and upgraded equipment and technology
for local veterinarians. They also partner with other local non-profits to improve the welfare of
animals in our community.
Email rochesterhopeforpets@gmail.com
or call (585) 271-2733 x189
to reserve your bricks today.
Ask a Vet...
Dear Doc,
I have been the proud owner of Biscuit for the
last seven months. I cant wait for my family
to spend the summer making memories with
him at our lake house. Ive already purchased
a doggie life jacket and Im assuming thats
all I really have to do. I mean theres a reason
its called the doggie paddle, right?
A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life,
things wont be too bad. Robert Wagner
Take a peek at
the paws
Regularly check between
toes for pebbles, small bits
of broken glass and other debris. These items can become
stuck in your dogs pads or your dog could cut their paws from
accidentally stepping on these items. Contact your veterinarian
for information about caring for wounds on your dogs paws.
And be sure to keep your dog from licking any cuts because it
keeps the wound open.
Make your dog cool, refreshing organic treats! Great for hot
summer days. This kit has everything you need! Just mix a
packet of one of the amazing recipes with water, freeze in the
bone-shaped tray and serve.
Sample packets include (White Cheddar
Cheese, Banana Honey, Sweet Potato
n Maple and Chicken
Soup). Each makes 14
tasty treats! The tray is
made from non toxic,
food grade, recyclable
materials.
the whole
BY MELISSA ERICKSON
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Care tips
Because its the way pets interact with their entire
world, dental health is essential.
Dental health is very important, and a comfortable,
healthy mouth is vital to a pet being able to chew and eat
a proper diet, Coffman said. Dental infection can also lead
If you are a pet owner, July 15th is a good day to review your
bulb instead of a real flame, or candle warmers instead.
household fire safety and emergency plans for the entire
Supervise pets around other open flames such as fireplaces, fire
household including your pets.
pits and barbecue grills. Curious pets can easily get burned when
One of the most fundamental elements of fire safety is to have
they come too close to any open flame. It is best to restrict a pets
working smoke detectors throughout your residence. Smoke
access to these areas.
detectors can quickly alert occupants to a fire so that they can
Keep electrical cords out of reach of pets who may chew
escape. That said, pets are frequently home alone and unable
them. Puppies and kittens are notorious for getting into trouble
to escape a house fire on their own. Consider using a monitoring
with this. Chewing electrical cords can cause serious electrocution
company so that firefighters are alerted more quickly, thereby
injuries and potentially start a fire. Access to electrical cords
increasing the likelihood that pets can be rescued from the fire.
should be restricted, especially when pets are unsupervised.
Practicing Exit Drills in the Home (EDITH), can help families Carolyn Fisher, DVM Crating puppies is highly recommended to eliminate this and
identify emergency escape routes when there is a fire. When Suburban Animal Hospital other hazards.
doing these drills identify places in the home near exits where Monroe Veterinary Associates Cover stove knobs if you have a dog who tends to be a counter
leashes and cat carriers could be stored for easy access. Decide on a
surfer. There have been a number of house fires started when a
holding area outside of the home such as a car where animals could temporarily pet inadvertently turns on the stove while jumping up to steal food off the stove
be safely confined. Be sure all pets are properly identified with collars and tags top. Reduce the temptation. Do not leave food on top of the stove and consider
or microchips so that they can be reunited with their owners if they escape restricting your dogs access to the kitchen or crate your curious pup when you
during the commotion of a fire. Have a plan for a place the pets can stay if you are not home.
are unable to return home right away. This preparation and training can increase
With a little preparation you can successfully reduce the chances that your pet
the chances that you and your pets will get out safely should there be a fire.
will accidentally start a fire or be injured by fire. This July 15th take some time to
Never re-enter a burning building to save your pets. Please leave this to review your households fire safety and prevention plans and be sure to include
professional firefighters. The use of pet alert window stickers can help rescuers your pets.
know how many and what kind of pets need to be rescued. It is important to
keep these updated so that this information is as accurate as possible. Free Dr. Carolyn Fisher is the hospital director of Suburban Animal Hospital, where she
has cared for pets since 1997. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and
stickers are available from the ASPCA at www.ASPCA.org.
particularly likes observing and experiencing the special bonds people and their
The National Fire Protection Association estimates that 500,000 animals are pets share.
affected by fires and about 1,000 fires are started by pets each year. Here are
some ways you can reduce the chance that your pet will inadvertently start a A native of Rochester, Dr. Fisher attended the SUNY Geneseo. She received her
Bachelors Degree in Biology in 1993 and went on to attend the Cornell University
fire or be burned:
College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a member of numerous professional
Use caution with candles because pets, especially cats, can easily knock over organizations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Genesee
a candle and start a fire. Pets can also be burned by candles. Always extinguish a Valley Veterinary Medical Association and the Cornell Feline Health Center.
candle that will be unattended. Consider using flameless candles, that use a light
LOST IN SUBURBIA
Are you free for coffee tomorrow? I asked a friend over the phone.
No, sorry, she replied. I have to take Tyra for a wash, cut and blowout.
If I hadnt known this person very well, I would have assumed she was talking
about her daughter or mother.
But she was not.
She was talking about her dog.
I had forgotten that Tyra had a standing appointment at the poodle parlor
every four weeks to get groomed. She had her own stylist who understood all
the nuances of Tyras coat, which, I was informed, was made of hair, not fur,
and therefore required a specialized level of dog beautification. I found this
exceptionally amusing since I dont even have a standing appointment at the
salon for myself, much less my dog.
Typically, I dont even realize my dog needs to be groomed until he starts to smell
so bad we wonder if there is something rotting in the fridge, and even then,
Ill just spray him with air freshener for a couple of days until we cant stand it
anymore.
My thought is, if wolves dont take bubble baths in the wild, why should my dog?
Of course, this philosophy only lasts as long as it takes for the smell of my dog
to get so strong it starts to cause the paint to peel from the walls. And while this
isnt a problem for the dog, it is for me, our family and our walls. My dog definitely
prefers smelling like garbage than lavender. Pretty much the minute he comes
home from the groomers, he will dash outside to find the nastiest pile of muck to
roll in to obliterate the smell of perfumed pooch. And if by luck he happens to find
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Notify others.
Call your veterinary clinics, especially those who offer boarding for cats and dogs.
Injured pets are often taken to a veterinarian for care prior to transfer to an animal
shelter.
Cat have
you curious?
Use the power of scent.
Place a recently-worn article of clothing in your yard; for litter box trained cats
place their box outside. Familiar scents can bring your cat or dog home.
Pooch have
you puzzled?
Want answers to your questions?
Email your questions to
marketingmva@yahoo.com!
Advertise.
Post fliers all around your neighborhood, including major intersections and at all
public places. Place an ad in the classified section of your local paper (see reference to D&C below). Offer a reward. Contact WVIN 98.3 to list with their Pet Patrol.
Anal
Glands
Degenerative
Disc Disease
FELINE
Acute &
Chronic
Otitis
Sinusitis
Rhinitis
Gingivitis
Periodontal
Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative
Joint Disease
Hot Spots
Dermatological
Disorders
Arthritis Lick
Granulomas
Acute &
Chronic Otitis
Wound
Healing
Gingivitis
Stomatitis
Degenerative
Joint Disease
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Portraits ofLove
Each week, Lollypop Farm receives letters and emails filled with
happy endings for animals who have been adopted from our shelter.
Pictures help to tell these wonderful stories.
Diesel
Josiah
Tessa
TESSA was
adopted by
Deanna in 2016.
Pit Bull:
The Battle over
an American Icon
by Bronwen Dickey
KITTENS:
TOO MUCH OF A CUTE THING?
PetTales
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We provide kind,
compassionate care,
when you need it the most.
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Thank you to Pet Tales
major sponsor!
Monroe Veterinary Associates was founded
in 1969 as a single hospital and has grown to
include 14 full-service veterinary hospitals,
a 24-hour emergency and specialty practice,
and a full-service reference laboratory, all of
which are located in or around Rochester.
Monroe Veterinary Associates contributes
actively to the community in a variety of ways.
MVA provides financial support to Rochester
Hope for Pets, Rochester Animal Services, the
Seneca Park Zoo and the Humane Society at
Lollypop Farm. MVA veterinarians and staff
members volunteer countless hours toward
helping animals in the community. For
example, veterinarians donate their time to
Friends of Ferals, which works to help decrease
the feral cat population in the Rochester area.
Also, MVAs personnel are active in local
educational initiatives, including classroom
presentations, student shadow programs and
student externships.
Find out more about the many services that
Monroe Veterinary Associates offers or to find
a location near you, visit monroevets.com. You
can also follow us on Twitter @MonroeVets or
like us on Facebook.
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VETERINARY
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EMERGENCY
SERVICES
825 White Spruce Blvd.
Rochester, NY 14623
585.424.1277
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Veterinary
Hospitals
Offering
Boarding
FAIRVIEW
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
6735 Pittsford Palmyra Road
Fairport, NY 14450
585.223.0940
fairviewvet.com
CANANDAIGUA
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
4410 County Road 50
Canandaigua, NY 14424
585.394.3340
canandaiguavet.com
IRONDEQUOIT
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
2150 Hudson Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617
585.266.8020
irondequoitanimalhospital.com
PENFIELD
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
1672 Penfield Road
Rochester, NY 14625
585.381.2441
penfieldvet.com
PERINTON
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
11 LaSalle Parkway
Victor, NY 14564
585.248.5566
perintonvet.com
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
OF PITTSFORD
2816 Monroe Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
585.271.7700
pittsfordvet.com
STONE RIDGE
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
550 Center Place Drive
Rochester, NY 14615
585.227.4990
stoneridgevethosp.com
COMPANION
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
2800 West Henrietta Road
Rochester, NY 14623
585.424.2900
companionvethosp.com
SUBURBAN
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
2495 East Henrietta Road
Rochester, NY 14623
585.334.4230
suburbanvet.com
Veterinary
Hospitals
BAYVIEW
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
1217 Bay Road, Suite #1A
Webster, NY 14580
585.671.3120
bayviewanimalhosp.com
EAST RIVER
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
5152 East River Road
West Henrietta, NY 14586
585.334.3110
eastrivervet.com
GREECE
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
3180 Latta Road, Suite 800
Rochester, NY 14612
585.227.7100
greecenanimalhospital.com
PALMYRA
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
1215 Canandaigua Road
Palmyra, NY 14522
315.597.4567
palmyravet.com
VETERINARY
SPECIALISTS &
EMERGENCY
SERVICES
825 White Spruce Blvd.
Rochester, NY 14623
585.424.1260
vetspecialistsofrochester.com
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