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February 20th | Animal Works Veterinary Surgery | Fort Collins, Colorado February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day, and at Animal Works, we can’t think of a better reason to pause and celebrate the animals who make our lives better every single day. Whether they...

Experienced Hands. Thoughtful Care. Real Results. Finding out your pet needs a mass removed can be stressful. Whether it’s a newly discovered lump or an older mass that’s changing quickly, pet parents are often left with tough questions: How dangerous is this mass?...

February is recognized nationwide as Pet Dental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of oral health for our pets. While dental disease is incredibly common, it’s also one of the most overlooked aspects of veterinary care—often...

Hearing that your dog may need surgery is one of those moments that makes your heart drop. When the word “splenectomy” comes up, it can sound especially overwhelming — unfamiliar, serious, and frightening. At Animal Works, we believe that understanding a procedure...

January doesn’t always get a lot of love. It’s usually associated with cold weather, short days, and the urge to stay wrapped in a blanket with your dog curled up right next to you. But this year, we’ve been lucky with some surprisingly nice winter days — and that...

January has a funny way of doing this to us. Suddenly we’re counting steps, reading labels, booking dentist appointments we may have avoided all year, and promising ourselves this is the year we pay closer attention. New year, new habits, new intentions. And while...

There’s something special about the week between Christmas and New Year’s in Northern Colorado. The pace slows just a bit. The lights stay up a little longer. Coffee tastes better when it’s from your favorite local shop, and familiar faces seem to pop up...

At Animal Works, our goal is always to preserve your pet’s comfort, mobility, and long-term health. While most medical concerns can be treated without surgery, there are times when a tail amputation becomes the most compassionate and effective solution for a dog or...

December 5th marks International Volunteer Day, and here at Animal Works Veterinary Surgery, we’re pausing to shine a light on some of the most selfless, big-hearted people out there — the volunteers who show up for animals in need, day after day. Whether it’s...

As the leaves fall and we prepare to gather with loved ones, Thanksgiving offers us the perfect moment to pause and reflect on what truly matters. At Animal Works, we see it every day — the quiet strength, unconditional love, and boundless joy that animals bring into...