Pet of the Week!

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We think this little cutie could be our Sparrow’s cousin! See the resemblance? 🙂 Her name is Lilo and she is excited to find a family of her own. She would prefer some small dog brothers and sisters and plenty of secured space to roam! She is also a total lapdog who would love to snuggle with you. Fill out an application for Lilo through Rescued in SC!

We Are Open!

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The Folly Road Animal Hospital was very lucky to have sustained no damage due to Hurricane Florence. Our thoughts are with those effected by the storm.

It is business as usual around here! Our boarding facility and hospital hours are normal starting Monday, September 17th.

Monday: 8:30am-8:00pm

Tuesday: 8:30am-6:00pm 

Wednesday: 8:30am-6:00pm (no appointments, retail and boarding purposes only)

Thursday: 8:30am-6:00pm

Friday: 8:30am-8:00pm

Saturday-Sunday: CLOSED

We look forward to helping you with all your pet care needs!

843-762-4944

thefrahfd@gmail.com

Hurricane Florence Preparation and Closures

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Yikes! Welcome to hurricane season! We sincerely hope everyone is as prepared as possible for Hurricane Florence. The Folly Road Animal Hospital has been watching the radar closely, and we have determined that we will be closed the following hours for everyone’s safety:

Wednesday September 12th we will be OPEN for retail purposes at 8:30am. Dr. Sheridan will not be available for appointments, but we will continue to help our clients prepare and stock up on food and medicine before the storm. At this time it is uncertain how long we will be able to safely remain open. Please contact our front desk for updates.

Thursday September 13th we will be CLOSED.

Friday September 14th we will likely be CLOSED, pending the effects of the storm. It is too soon to tell, and we will certainly notify our clients as soon as possible regarding our hours. We will do everything in our power to get back open as quickly as possible!

We want to help you get your pets ready for a hurricane in any way we can! It is not too late to stock up on prescription food and medications before you leave town or hunker down! Contact our office if you have any questions about hurricane preparations.

Should you need to access your pets’ veterinary records at any time, remember you can utilize our online Pet Portal

Everyone please stay safe out there!

thefrahfd@gmail.com

843-762-4944

FRAH Good News: Congratulations, Marley!

We just thought everyone should know that today was Marley’s LAST DAY OF CHEMO! She has been such a wonderful patient (bravely submitting to a tedious 25 weeks of chemotherapy!), and we can’t thank her and her loving parents enough for trusting us with her care. We are beyond thrilled that she is feeling well! WE ♥ YOU, good girl!

 

Back to School, Pet of the Week

For many families in our area, summer vacation has officially come to an end. As school starts back around the lowcountry, our animal shelters and rescues see a significant decline in adoptions. Stocking up on back-to-school supplies takes priority, and unfortunately a lot of pups and kitties are left waiting for their forever homes. Our local animal shelters are filled to the brim with wonderful adoptable pets this time of year. If you are able, please consider opening up your home to a lovable new friend by adopting a pet!

 

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Our featured pet of the week is Highway! This playful guy would absolutely love a family of his own. His intelligent and observant eyes are always looking for a way to make you smile! He is guaranteed to keep you laughing as he sticks by your side through thick and thin.

Contact Rescued in SC today to fill out an adoption application!

Back-to-school can also be a stressful time for the pets already in your life. Many dogs, and even cats, suffer from separation anxiety. Say their best friend started fifth grade this year- they may miss them terribly while they are gone! While everyone is busy with school and work, some pet owners come home to destroyed blinds, “accidents” on the carpet, and sometimes even holes in drywall! We can help! Come by The Folly Road Animal Hospital any time to talk to us about tactics for treating separation anxiety. You can also find more information here.

 

Contact our front desk with any questions at 843-762-4944 or by email at thefrahfd@gmail.com.

 

July Newsletter: Hurricane Season Heats Up

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Just another note to keep an eye out for hot pets this summer!

Signs of heatstroke in dogs: 

Excessive panting and salivation

Unsteady or swaggering gait

Deep red or purple tongue

Muscle tremors

Glazed eyes

Rapid pulse

Vomiting

What to do if your dog seems overheated:

Contact your veterinarian immediately, veterinary care may be required

Move your dog indoors or to a shaded area and apply cool water to their body (outside you can use a garden hose if the water is a cool temperature, or stick them in the tub or shower inside!)

Apply ice packs or cold towels to head, chest, and neck of your dog to bring down their temperature

Offer ice cubes or cold water to drink

 

With summer comes hurricane season, and we want everyone to be prepared! While you get your house and family ready for an emergency, keep your pets in mind as well. Here are some helpful hints to keep you prepared for an emergency:

Have an evacuation preparedness kit ready for your pet. Include medications, instructions, sealed prescription food, bags to pick up waste, bottled water, and updated proof of vaccinations.

Remember you can access your pet’s records any time by using our online portal called Rapport. If you have not created an account, we encourage you to do so by clicking the icon for the Pet Portal in the right hand column of our website. You never have to worry about keeping up with copies of proof of vaccinations, because you can always access them online! Of course, we are happy to print off copies or email copies any time you need them! It is a good idea to have hard copies or constant access to these records in case you need to travel over state lines or board your pet during a natural disaster.

If your pet needs prescription food, keep a bag in your freezer in case your veterinary hospital is closed in an emergency. If you use our online pharmacy to order prescription food, keep in mind delivery may be delayed during an emergency.

In addition to keeping specialized diets handy, during hurricane season it is important to keep all prescription medications filled. Try and keep at least three weeks worth of medications that you know your pet will need in your hurricane preparedness kit.

Is your pet microchipped? Between travel, celebrations, spending more time outdoors, and big storms, summer tends to be the time dogs and cats stray the most! Microchips give your pet a chance to find their way home! Contact our front desk to set up a time to make sure your pet is properly microchipped.

Make sure your pet is comfortable in a crate. He or she may need to spend a lot of time in one in the case of a hurricane or other disaster.

Have an evacuation plan that accommodates your pet. We always urge our clients to plan on taking their pets with them when they evacuate. Never leave them at home unattended where they will be exposed to hazards. If you do need to board your pet, have a kennel reserved where you will be evacuating rather than leaving them in the storm zone. Contact our clinic where we have an updated list of pet friendly hotels and kennels we recommend along the Charleston evacuation route.

 

FRAH Good News of the Month!

♥ After traveling many miles to his new home with one of our clients, a Boston Terrier puppy named Slick was brought into our clinic. On top of fighting internal parasites like hookworms, he was ultimately given the grave diagnosis of Canine Parvovirus (you may have heard it called Parvo). Slick was very sick! Luckily, with the expertise of Dr. Sheridan and intensive care of our hospital, Slick pulled through! We couldn’t be happier that this little guy gains strength every day. 

 

♥ Mary Jane is a feisty but sweet little 11 lb terrier mix who was protecting her home from a venomous snake. Unfortunately, the snake sunk its teeth into Mary Jane’s cheek! After a lengthy stay in our hospital, we were thrilled to send Mary Jane home today! She earned the tough nickname “Snakebite” while she was here. 🙂 What a tough cookie! We are so happy she feels better!

 

**Remember our boarding facility will be CLOSED for maintenance from July 20th to August 6th. Sorry for any inconvenience! 

Contact our Front Desk at any point with any questions at thefrahfd@gmail.com or 843-762-4944

 

 

June and July News!

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It’s almost summer! As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat-related hazards for your pets.

Heat Stroke

When we get hot, our bodies cool down by sweating. Dogs can’t sweat, so to cool down they pant. Watch for excessive panting in your dog when the weather gets hot, as that is usually the first sign that your dog is at risk for heat stroke. To cool down your dog fast, soak them with some water. Ice packs are a good idea to keep handy! Dogs are overheating if their temperature rises above 103° F. If you think your dog is in danger, contact a veterinarian immediately.

Also be aware of hot asphalt on your dogs feet as you stroll about town! Sidewalks, roadways, and parking lots can reach extremely high temperatures that can scald the pads of your dog’s feet.

 

Summer storms and celebrations ignite Noise Aversion and Anxiety.

We keep a number of treatments in stock for pets with anxiety. Contact us for the best option for your pet!

For advice on how to treat your dog for storm anxiety, click here.

 

Fleas and Heartworms

Fleas love the hot weather! Mosquitoes that carry heartworms thrive in the heat as well. Stay ahead of the problem and stock up on preventatives today! (Buy Bravecto now for flea and tick protection and one dose will last all summer! It comes in an easy-to-apply topical version for hard-to-catch cats!)

 

Kenneling 

Got a big vacation planned this summer? Start relaxing now and check pet boarding off the to-do list. We happily house dogs, cats, and exotics at great rates. Give us a call to reserve a spot now!

Fourth of July and Kennel Closure

We will be CLOSED on Wednesday, July 4th 2018.

Our boarding facility will be CLOSED starting July 20th, 2018 and will not re-open for boarding until August 6th, 2018. This scheduled closure is for annual maintenance so we can continue to provide you with the best boarding experience possible!

 

Contact us any time at 843-762-4944 or thefrahfd@gmail.com.

Need help getting your cat to the vet? Say hello to our new Kitty Peace Packs!

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Does the thought of cramming your cat in a small box and listening to him howl the entire way to the vet’s office fill you with dread? What about the mess he will inevitably make in the crate, or the way he will treat you for the days (if not weeks) afterward? No amount of canned fish will make him forgive you! It’s terrible!

We get it! Sometimes when one weighs the pros and cons of bringing one’s cat to the vet, that annual wellness visit gets put on the back burner. Unfortunately, that annual exam is extremely important. Cats are stoic, mischievous animals. They can easily disguise illness, and in reality it is impossible to tell what they could be exposed to throughout the year. Cats should receive regular exams and vaccinations to ensure they are kept healthy and happy.

Oh, if only there were an easier way! Wouldn’t it be something if all cats everywhere could receive the veterinary care they need, without the drama? No blood, sweat, tears, (or cat pee!)

Introducing FRAH Kitty Peace Packs! Each Peace Pack includes 2 capsules of medicine, one capsule to be given the night before a veterinary visit, and the other to be given two hours before the appointment. The Packs also include one Feliway® wipe. Wipe down the inside of your cat carrier 15 minutes before putting him in for travel, and the soothing pheromones will have a significant calming effect.

A client of ours recently thought she could never get her tabby back to us for an exam. The otherwise sweet cat would get so stressed and upset at visits that he would attack his mama, brother, or anyone that came near him afterward for weeks. We tried out our Peace Pack on him, and his annual exam was transformed into a quick and easy experience.

We would love for other owners of anxious cats to have the same type of visit! Give our front desk a call or swing by our clinic to find out more about our Peace Packs and schedule your cat’s annual wellness exam! Peace out! ☮

Turtle Crossing

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Our friends the turtles are on the move. Now that spring has sprung, turtles and other animals are looking for mates and nests. At some point they may find themselves trying to cross a street. Animals have no concept of right of way! As much as we love these reptiles, we never like seeing them as injured patients in our hospital. Please always keep an eye out for slow-moving turtles trying to cross our busy roadways.

 

– What to do if you see a turtle
Types of turtles you may see in our area

 

Contact our front desk if you have any questions, and happy spring!