www.baypinesvet.net
www.baypinesvet.net
Welcome To Bay Pines Online
Emergency Care
The Bay Pines Veterinary Group offers 24-hour emergency care. Our clinics are not staffed 24 hours a day so all you need to do after hours is call 231-347-4552. Our answering service will then page the doctor on call. All emergencies are are handled at the Bay Pines Clinic at 8769 M-119 (near the Harbor Springs airport). To read more about situations that might require emergency care, Click Here..
Boarding and Grooming
If you are looking for a home away from home for your furry family member while you're out of town, Bay Pines Boarding has just what your looking for.
And if Sparky needs a bath and cut, Bay Pines has two professional groomers available to make your pet look Westminster ready. Read More..
Show Us Your Pet!
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Why Choose Laser Surgery?
Laser surgery can help your dog or cat recover more quickly with less complications. And using laser surgery to declaw is the most humane treatment for your cat. Dr. David Zehnder explains the benefits of Bay Pines laser surgery. Read More..
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The Bay Pines Veterinary Group is a full service practice with three locations to serve you. Our staff of six experienced veterinarians is here to provide you and your pet with medical, preventative and emergency care. From routine vaccinations and heartworm testing to surgeries, illness or accidents. you'll find the Bay Pine Group staff ready to help.
The Bay Pines Veterinary Group includes Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic in Harbor Springs, Lake Street Veterinary Clinic in Boyne City and Pellston Veterinary Clinic in Pellston.
Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic 8769 M-119 Harbor Springs Mi (231)- 347- 4552
Lake Street Veterinary Clinic 500 N.Lake St Boyne City Mi (231)- 582- 6266
Pellston Veterinary Clinic 421 Stimpson Pellston Mi (231)- 539- 7113
We also provide complete boarding, grooming and daycare services.
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A quick guide to information you might need for your family's furry members.
Dog Training and Puppy Training... Start Off On the Right Foot
A dog can be your best friend... no doubt about it. But to insure that your best friend is also everyone else's best friend, we highly recommend that you consider training for your puppy. There are a number of trainers in our area that offer puppy classes. Puppy classes give your dog a chance to learn socialization and basic obedience at an early age, before they develop leadership issues. Remember, you are the leader of your pack, and establishing that relationship when your dog is still a puppy will make your experience with your dog a much happier experience for you both.
Another issue we see frequently is canine aggression issues. Aggression issues should never be taken lightly and usually escalate quickly. If your dog is showing an aggression issue, please see a trainer immediately for help before your dog acts in a dangerous way. Once a dog bites, it is very hard to regain the trust of your friends and neighbors, not to mention the legal ramifications you may face. Dog aggression can be treated successfully, but it takes the help of an experienced trainer to nip this dangerous trait quickly. If your dog is showing signs of aggression, see a trainer or speak to your vet immediately.
Dog Trainers in our area include:
Ann Greenawald/Positive Puppy and Adult Dog Obedience Classes private and group lessions
231-526-7607
Patty Crichton/Northwoods Dog Training private and group classes, aggressive dog program
231-439-0365 dogtraining@hotmail.com
And if you are thinking about a new dog, think about adopting from one of our great shelters.
The Little Traverse Bay Humane Society www.ltbhs.com
Charlevoix County Humane Society www.charlevoixhumane.org
Petoskey Veterinarians
Petoskey Veterinarians
Petoskey Veterinarians
Cats need shelter too. If you have barn cats, construct a place where they can escape from the elements. Fashioning a home out of bales of hay or straw is an easy way to accomplish that. Then, place fleece pads or clean, dry blankets on the inside.
And don't forget the water. Using a heated bowl or bowls with water heaters will insure they always have access to drinkable water. Animals stay healthier in the winter if they consume luke warm water as opposed to very cold water. It helps them keep a consistent body temperature.
Lastly animals burn more calories in the winter keeping warm. They may need a change in diet to help them create enough energy. Talk with your vet if you have questions about increasing or changing your outdoor pet's food.
Now that it's getting cold outside, it's important to remember to keep your pet warm too. If you have a dog house, make sure it has a strong roof that does not leak, clean dry straw and warm blankets. The shelter should have it's opening facing away from the wind and should be covered if possible.
If your dog is a house dog, consider a coat for them for the winter, especially if they are a short-haired dog such as a Greyhound, Boston Terrier or Chihuahua. Most dogs who get used to a coat love them after a few times outside in the snow.
Keeping Your Pet Warm
Exercise: It is important to keep exercising your pet throughout the year. Please take caution with wintry weather conditions. There may be ice on the road that you usually walk on or tangled branches hidden deep in the snow in the woods. Make sure you or your loving companion does not slip and fall. Also, please be aware that your pet can overheat in the cold. Watch to see if your pet is tiring or panting excessively. This would indicate that your pet might need a rest.
Ice Fishing: Most dogs like to follow their family members anywhere, even on the ice. If you must take your dog ice fishing with you, pay close attention to their whereabouts. Each year curious canines find themselves falling through the ice. This can be a deadly situation for both dog and owner. The submerged pet is immediately exposed to hypothermia, which puts the animal in extreme danger. Also, you don’t want to fall through trying to rescue your struggling pet. Best to leave Rover at home in front of the fire.
Warmth: As always make sure your pet has access to fresh food, clean-thawed water, and a warm shelter out of the wind, snow and rain. This is very important and just plain commonsense.
Salt: It seems wherever one goes in the winter there is lots of salt on the ground to melt the ice. This can be dangerous and uncomfortable for you pet. This should not be ingested by your pet the result may be gastrointestinal discomfort or worse. Pets also may get salt up in their pads. A dog will stop, lick the area, or limp. An easy fix is to run your finger around the paw pad. This seems to remove the irritating salt.
Wintering With Your Pets