June 9, 2023 Dog Health, Heartworm Prevention
As the summer arrives in Boulder, Colorado, residents and their furry companions eagerly embrace the sunny weather and outdoor activities. However, the heavy rainfall this season has paved the way for an unfortunate consequence: a potentially severe tick and mosquito season. In this blog post, we’ll explore the implications of increased precipitation on these pesky…
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February 22, 2022 Dog Health
Boulder County Public Health Department has recently rescinded their mask mandate, making masks optional. At Indian Peaks Veterinary Hospital, safety is our number one priority for both animals and humans. We encourage everyone to wear masks while inside of our building, but they are not required. If you have any questions regarding our protocols surrounding…
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November 25, 2020 Dog Health
Please remember that we will be celebrating Thanksgiving Day with our families, so we will be closed on Thursday, November 26. We will reopen on Friday, November 27th at 7:30am. With the Thanksgiving holidays coming up, there is a higher chance of hazards for your pet. Please remember that your pet is a part of…
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March 28, 2020 Announcements, Dog Health
As many of you already know, Governor Jared Polis has issued a new Executive Order (D 2020 009) that states “All voluntary or elective surgeries or procedures, whether medical, dental, or veterinary, are suspended in the State of Colorado until April 14, 2020 at the earliest.” As stated in the order an elective procedure is…
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March 18, 2020 Announcements, Dog Health
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Peaks Veterinary Hospital is committed to keeping all of our clients and patients safe and healthy. We are taking the necessary steps to reduce the spread of this virus, which includes increased disinfecting and cleaning regiments in the hospital throughout the day. For those who do not feel…
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December 18, 2018 Announcements, Dog Health
We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with Vetsource®, an online pharmacy for pets and their parents. Our partnership with Vetsource® means you can work with your veterinarian to receive quality prescription medications, food and health care products sourced directly from the manufacturer and have them shipped right to your front door! AutoShip allows…
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May 15, 2018 Cat Health, Dog Health
Allergy season is upon us, and we aren’t the only ones suffering. Dogs and cats can experience seasonal allergies just like we do. For humans, seasonal allergies tend to cause respiratory symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and congestion. For animals, the most common symptoms tend to be skin and ear related. Here are a few…
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July 10, 2017 Dog Health
Every Spring brings about new plant life cycles, lovely weather, beautiful wild flowers, and, unfortunately, foxtail seeds. Foxtail seeds, also called grass awns, are prevalent in our Colorado outdoors and can be very hazardous to pets. As the tall stalks of grass begin to dry out in the Spring and Summer heat, the seeds break…
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May 20, 2017 Dog Health
Dear clients, We are writing to share some bittersweet news. Dr. Sargent has elected to follow his dream and purchase a veterinary practice in Washington State. He will be with us through May 24th, 2017. We have been fortunate to have had Dr. Sargent working with us over the last 2 years and we ask…
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May 2, 2017 Cat Health, Dog Health
What is a food allergy? A food allergy is the body’s immune response to the protein in their food. For dogs, the most common allergy causing proteins are chicken and beef. For cats, chicken, beef and fish are the most common food allergens. At what age do pets start having food allergies? Pets can…
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