INSIDE:How to prepare for

BoardingYour Pet

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June 2016

did you know?

June is Adopt-a-Cat Month Each spring during “kitten season,” thousands of newborn kittens join the millions of cats

already in shelters across the country. That means your local shelter or rescue has tons of cute, cuddly newborns, in addition to all the mellow, older cats and everything in between. If you’re

looking to adopt, we’ll be happy to connect you with a reliable rescue group. They’re ready to help you adopt your very first cat — or to bring home a friend for another beloved cat!

If you have a cat or adopt a fabulous feline, please come in and check out our Cat Friendly Area, designed with the comfort of you and your precious pet in mind!

Taking a trip? A boarding kennel can give your pet quality care—and can give you peace of mind.Your pet depends on you to take good care of him or her—even when you’re away. Friends and neighbors may not have the experience or time to properly look after your pet, particularly for longer trips. Leave pet care to the professionals.

A facility specializing in care and overnight boarding allows your pet to:

• Avoid the stress of a long car or airplane ride to your destination.

• Stay where they’re welcome (unlike many hotels).

• Receive more attention and supervision than they would if home alone most of the day.

• Be monitored by staff trained to spot health problems.

• Be secure in a kennel designed to foil canine and feline escape artists.

Be sure your pet knows basic commands and is well socialized around other people and pets; if your pet has an aggression problem or is otherwise unruly, he or she may not be a good candidate for boarding.

!  Before taking your pet to the kennel, make sure they are current on vaccinations.

In order to protect all pets from the ongoing canine influenza, many boarding facilities (including ours) now require the H3N2 vaccine prior to boarding. This is a two shot series, which must be given 2-4 weeks apart and 2 weeks prior to your pet being boarded.

When you arrive with your pet at the boarding facility, remind the staff about any medical or behavior problems your pet has, such as a history of epilepsy or fear of thunder. After the check-in process, hand your pet to a staff member, say good-bye, and leave. Avoid long, emotional partings, which may upset your pet. Finally, have a good trip, knowing that your pet is in good hands and will be happy to see you when you return.

COVER STORY

How to prepare for boarding your pet

Dr. Emily DoemlandDr. Doemland was born and

raised in Downers Grove, Illinois. She completed her Bachelor of Science at Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois followed by her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at University of Illinois. Dr. Doemland’s professional interests include surgery, dermatology, and internal medicine. She also enjoys working with exotic species. The thing she enjoys most about practicing veterinary medicine is seeing the power of the human animal bond everyday

Outside of work, Dr. Doemland enjoys playing tennis, running, traveling and cooking new and different vegetarian dishes. Most of all, she enjoys spending time with her two rescue dogs, Thelma and Louise.

Meet the Vet

Grooming SpecialPlease note that prior to grooming, your pet must be up to date on all vaccines. Please call us if you have any questions at (630) 530-1900.

Beagles $5 off

Furry Friend Fiesta!

SUMMER ADOPTION & FAMILY FUN

EVENT! Saturday, June 25

11 am to 2 pmElmhurst

Animal Care Center850 S. Riverside Drive

Elmhurst

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Costume Contest:Pets with best party attire

Meet our trainer with

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BREED OF THE MONTH

Meet Dog Patch

Pet & FeedServing the Naperville and the surrounding communities for over 40 years, Dog Patch Pet & Feed is known as the oldest pet store in Naperville.

In 2010, the pet store incorporated pet adoptions as part of their business model and has since placed over 1,500 dogs and cats. Working with rescues such as Chester Illinois Animal Control and Puppy Rescue 911, they work hard to match rescue animals with forever homes.

Most commonly known for being a full-line pet store, Dog Patch Pet & Feed has knowledgeable employees to help you solve your pets’ needs—from dog food and fish tanks to bird food and guinea pigs, they have it all and they know their stuff! To meet a rescue or inquire about pet supplies contact Dog Patch via:

Phone: 630.420.2120 Email: info@dogpatchpets.comWebsite: www.dogpatchpets.com Address: 1108 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville

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Our Cat Friendly Area is officially open for business!

We celebrated last month with a ribbon cutting with the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and our

friends at Catvando TNR!

If you have a feline, be sure to use the Cat Entrance and avoid the

stress of entering through the lobby.

Come check it out and let us know what you think!

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850 S. Riverside Drive Elmhurst, IL 60126

(630) 530-1900 www.elmhurstanimalcarecenter.com

Emergencies: (630) 337-3070

Hours:Monday-Friday: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm

Saturday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pmSunday: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Doctors’ Hours:Monday-Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday: 8:00 am – 3:30 pmSunday: Closed

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Enrolling in a Preventative Care Plan can reduce your long-term pet healthcare costs. How? Preventative care does just what its name

suggests—it can prevent diseases that can put your pet’s life in jeopardy and be costly to treat. Regular exams also often catch budding health issues that can become bigger problems if left untreated, saving you

hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars as a result and possibly even saving the life of your pet.

We are a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business! Elmhurst Animal Care Center is proud to have received an A+ rating from the BBB! As such, we are held to strict BBB standards and will continue to offer our clients and their pets the very best in veterinary care and every service we provide.

To enroll your pet or for more information, please speak with an Elmhurst Animal Care Center associate or call (630) 530-1900.

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