🐱 International Cat Day – Celebrating Our Feline Friends

by Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | Aug 6, 2025 | Blog

August 8 is International Cat Day, a time to recognize the unique, quirky, and lovable nature of cats everywhere. Whether they’re sunbathing on a windowsill, batting toys under the couch, or demanding dinner 10 minutes early, cats hold a special place in our...

Understanding Vulvoplasty Surgery: Why It Matters for Your Dog’s Health

by Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | Jul 30, 2025 | Blog

At Animal Works, we’re committed to your pet’s comfort, health, and long-term well-being. One of the procedures we offer is vulvoplasty surgery, a corrective surgery often recommended for dogs suffering from excessive skin folds around the vulva, a condition known as...

If Pets Have Such a Good Sense of Smell, Why Do They Sniff Each Other’s Butts?

by Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | Jul 21, 2025 | Blog

Let’s get right to the bottom of this. You’re walking your dog, minding your own business, when suddenly—bam—your pup dives nose-first into another dog’s behind like it’s the best thing since bacon flavored treats. Embarrassing? Sure. Confusing? Definitely. But if...

Fireworks & Furry Friends: Keeping Your Pet Safe This Fourth of July

by Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | Jul 1, 2025 | Blog

The Fourth of July is full of excitement—parades, cookouts, sparklers, and of course, fireworks. But for our pets, these holiday traditions can feel overwhelming, confusing, or even dangerous. At Animal Works Veterinary Surgery, we understand how important it is to...

Understanding Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO): When It’s a Great Solution

by Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | Jun 23, 2025 | Blog

If your dog or cat is struggling with hip pain, you may be wondering what options exist beyond total hip replacement. At Animal Works Veterinary Surgery, one highly effective and less invasive procedure we frequently recommend is Femoral Head Ostectomy...

National Rescue Dog Day May 20th

by Amanda Maynard of Animal Works - Veterinary Surgery | May 20, 2025 | Blog

National Rescue Dog Day is an annual observance on May 20th to raise awareness about the dogs in shelters who are waiting for their forever homes. There is a vast number of incredible pups in shelters around the country ready for adoption and a new chance at life!...