Service: Emergency and Critical Care

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CBS News: Colorado vets share what pets can, and can’t, enjoy at holiday meals

Veterinarians in Colorado are warning pet owners to watch what their furry friends eat during the holidays, as many popular foods and plants can poison them. Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital shared a message for pet owners on Thanksgiving, and encouraged anyone whose animals may have made “questionable holiday snack decisions” to contact them.

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How to prep for an emergency with a pet evacuation kit

While you can’t exactly pencil an emergency or disaster into your calendar, you can take steps to prepare for these types of situations as much as possible before they occur. When you create a disaster plan for your family, including collecting and storing evacuation supplies, make sure you think about your pets, too. Creating a […]

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Silly Goose recovers from tummy trouble at CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Goose, a mischievous 70-pound Catahoula rescued from euthanasia, faced another health scare after recovering from abdominal surgery. His devoted owners turned to Colorado State University’s Small Animal Emergency and Urgent Care service, where compassionate care and financial support helped them navigate a difficult moment—and reminded them why CSU is a trusted resource for both pets and their people.

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Tips to keep your pets safe during the holidays

Dr. Amanda Cavanagh, an assistant professor of small animal emergency and critical care and head of CSU’s Emergency and Urgent Care Service, shares tips to keep pets safe during the holidays.

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How to give a cat a pill

Learn how to give a cat a pill, including which approach best suits your cat, and some tips and tricks for making giving your cat a pill a little bit easier.

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Why is chocolate bad for dogs?

Chocolate is bad for dogs because it contains caffeine and theobromine. If a dog eats chocolate, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, seizures, panting, weakness, and increased heart rate.

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Summertime sun and sounds can be painful for pets

The very ingredients of summertime fun for people often cause anxiety, fear and illness in pets. It’s important for owners to understand summertime hazards for pets and to take steps that will help keep companion animals safe, healthy and happy.