Choice Veterinary Services

Bear is one of our sweet regular visitors who stops by every 2 days for his subcutaneous fluid treatments! 🐾💙

For pets with kidney disease, staying hydrated is extremely important. When the kidneys aren’t working as well as they should, they have a harder time holding onto water and filtering waste properly. This can leave pets feeling tired, nauseous, and dehydrated.

Subcutaneous fluids help by giving extra hydration under the skin, which is slowly absorbed into the body. This helps support kidney function, improves comfort, boosts energy, and helps our furry friends feel their best.

Bear is always such a good boy during his visits, and Bree loves helping him stay happy and comfortable! 🐶💧🐾

🐾Fun Fact Friday! 🐾

Meet this rare and fascinating breed of dog — the Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee)!

We were lucky enough to meet Coba, a Xoloitzcuintli, yesterday when he came in for a routine neuter. Not only is this breed unique in appearance, but Coba was also one of the happiest patients! He spent the day making lots of new friends with our team and soaking up all the attention.

The Xoloitzcuintli, also known as the Mexican Hairless Dog, is one of the oldest and rarest dog breeds in the world, dating back over 3,000 years. They are known for their loyal personalities, warm skin, and affectionate nature.

We love getting to meet such special patients like Coba! 🐶

Did you know that acupuncture can be a safe and effective way to help pets feel their best? 🐾

Veterinary acupuncture is often used to help manage pain, improve mobility, support healing, and enhance overall quality of life for pets dealing with conditions such as arthritis, neurological issues, or chronic pain. Many pets find acupuncture sessions relaxing, and it can be used alongside traditional veterinary treatments.

At Choice Veterinary Services, Dr. Shaw is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA) through the Chi Institute and has completed advanced training in acupuncture for both small animals and exotic species.

If you’re curious whether acupuncture might benefit your pet, give us a call—we would be happy to talk with you about this holistic treatment option! 💚