Southwest Animal Care Center

03/13/2026

🎤 Mic Drop: The first flea of the season has officially been spotted.

That tiny jumpy pest is your reminder that flea season starts earlier than most pet parents think — and prevention is key. Fleas can cause itching, skin infections, tapeworms, and even anemia, especially in young or senior pets.

🛡️ Keep your pet protected by:
✔ Using veterinarian-recommended flea prevention year-round
✔ Treating all pets in the household
✔ Staying consistent — skipping doses leaves gaps in protection

Don’t wait until scratching starts. Prevention now = fewer problems later 🐶🐱

03/12/2026

🐱✨ Thinking of Adopting a Feline Friend? Here Are 5 Things to Consider First! 🐾

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Cats are in charge – but living with one can be one of life’s greatest joys. Here’s some guidance on choosing the right feline for you.

03/11/2026

📋 March Mischief Roll Call 🐾😅

Be honest…
👉 What did your pet destroy this week?

Shoes? Pillows? A perfectly good roll of paper towels?
Confessions welcome ⬇️😂

03/10/2026

Curious about your cat’s cycle? 🐱🔄 Female cats go into heat, not periods like humans! Expect changes in behavior and lots of meowing when it happens. 🐾💬

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Learn more about cat periods, when you can expect them, and what kind of impact your cat's heat cycle has on her body.

03/09/2026

⏰ Daylight Saving Time isn’t just an adjustment for us — it can affect pets, too.

Pets thrive on routine, and even a one-hour change can impact feeding times, walks, sleep, and medication schedules. Here are a few simple tips to help your pet adjust smoothly:

🐾 Shift routines gradually (10–15 minutes earlier each day)
🐾 Keep feeding and medication times consistent
🐾 Stick to regular walks and playtime
🐾 Watch for changes in appetite, energy, or behavior

A little planning can help keep tails wagging and stress levels low during the time change 💙

03/06/2026

Mud season is here… and apparently, so are the Olympics 🐾🏆

Clean floors never stood a chance.

From backyard zoomies to artistic paw prints across freshly mopped tile, some dogs are clearly going for gold this season. 🥇😅

🐾 Leave a paw print emoji if your dog is a top contender.

03/05/2026

Hey everyone! Tuesday, March 10th we are having a surgery party. Our reception will be closed until 2 pm. Please plan on picking up meds from 2-6 that day. You can leave a voicemail and we will return your call after 2. Thank you! 🐾

03/05/2026

Uh oh, did your cat eat string? 🧶🐱 It’s an emergency, call your vet right away! String can cause serious trouble inside. Keep playtime safe and string-free! 🩺❗️

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Discover health issues that can occur if your cat eats string, what you should do if you're sure they did, and possible treatments your vet might suggest.

03/04/2026

If pets wrote our spring cleaning checklist… 🧹🐾

🐶 Dog: “Double-check if the food bag is really empty.”
🐱 Cat: “Knock everything off the shelf. For science.”
🐰 Rabbit: “Hide under the furniture while hooman panics.”

Spring cleaning, pet-style 😂✨

03/03/2026

Pool time caution! 🐶🏊‍♂️ Drinking pool water can be risky for dogs due to chlorine and chemicals. Keep the splashes fun and the water bowls fresh! 🚰

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You catch your dog lapping up a bit of pool water. But is it safe for dogs to drink pool water? Here's what to know if you find your pup consuming chlorine.

03/02/2026

POV: You start spring cleaning and suddenly your pet has ✨opinions✨
🌀 Vacuum? NO.
🧹 Broom? Absolutely not.
🐶🐱 Supervision? Mandatory.

Spring cleaning hits different when you have pets 😂🐾

03/01/2026

Many poison risks are easy to miss because they’re part of everyday routines. Taking just a few minutes to double-check your space can help protect your pet from an avoidable emergency 🐾