Southern Colorado Veterinary Internal Medicine

03/05/2026

Microchips aren’t GPS, but they’re tiny heroes! 🆔🐾 When scanned, shelters & vets can find your contact info and help bring your pet home 🏡💙. Make sure your details are always up to date! 📲

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Microchips are often a confusing topic for pet owners, as many misconceptions about these devices can lead people astray as they consider a microchip for their pet. Whether you’re wondering how a microchip can help reunite you with your missing pet, or if your private information is truly safe, we...

03/03/2026

Found a lost furry friend? 🐶😿 Start with gentle approach and ID check 🆔👀, keep them safe 🛡️, and help reunite them with their family 🏡💙. Every small step brings them closer to home! 🐾

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Finding a lost pet can be a heart-wrenching experience, both for the pet and for the person who discovers them. Stray pets are often scared, hungry, and disoriented, and they may even need medical attention.

03/01/2026

Poison risks are often hiding in plain sight. Taking a closer look at everyday spaces in your home can help prevent accidental exposure and keep your pet safe 🐾

02/26/2026

When not snuggling the staff, sweet Riley can be found in his cool cats club house. What a purrfect patient.

02/26/2026

Tummy troubles? 💩😕 A bland diet like plain chicken + rice and lots of water 💧 can help settle your dog’s stomach. If diarrhea sticks around or your pup seems unwell, your vet can help 🩺💙

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If your dog is experiencing diarrhea, it's important to address the issue promptly and restore your pet's bowel movements to normal. Discover safe remedies to help your pet.

02/24/2026

Extra tired or weak pup? 😔🐾 Anemia, low red blood cells, can be the cause 💉⚪. Early vet care helps find the reason and get your furry friend back to full wag 🩺💙

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Anemia is a low red blood cell count. In dogs, it can indicate various problems, some of them serious. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.

02/19/2026

Slime in the stool? 💩😕 Mucus can mean your dog’s tummy is irritated. Most mild cases settle with care, but if it sticks around, a vet check can help keep tails wagging! 🩺🐾💙

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Seeing mucus in your dog's p**p can be concerning to a dog owner. Here are common causes and treatment of mucus in a dog's stool.

02/14/2026

❤️🐾 Valentine’s Day Love From Our Patients! 🐾❤️
Nothing says love quite like a wagging tail, a soft nose boop, and a one‑of‑a‑kind ink‑print Valentine!

Our amazing patients helped us create these adorable paw and nose print keepsakes, and we can’t get enough of their cuteness. 😍

Thank you to all the pet parents who let us share a little extra love—your pets truly made our Valentine’s Day special! 💕

02/10/2026

🐶⚠️ Lupus isn’t just a rash; it’s a real fight for your pup’s health. 🩺🐾 Watch for subtle signs, stay vigilant, and help them feel their best. ❤️🌿

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Lupus is a type of autoimmune disease that affects the tissues of a dog. Learn the two types of lupus, causes, treatment, and prevention.