| PET HEALTH WEEKLY NEWSLETTER |
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| 🚨 Apoquel® is a prescription allergy medication for dogs. The chewable tablets are pork-liver flavored — making them easier to give to dogs but dangerously tempting to cats. 🐱 If cats accidentally ingest a dog’s chewable Apoquel tablets, it can cause severe, potentially fatal illness. Reported complications include acute kidney injury (AKI), heart rhythm disturbances, neurologic signs such as weakness or dullness, and liver injury. NC State Veterinary Hospital has documented cases of cats becoming critically ill after ingesting chewable Apoquel prescribed for dogs, and similar cases have been reported at other veterinary hospitals. Poison control centers have also noted a sharp rise in exposures since the release of the flavored chewable form. While some cats have recovered, outcomes are unpredictable, and larger ingestions can be fatal. 👉 Store all medications in a locked cabinet, out of reach of pets. 👉 Ask your veterinarian if the non-chewable, unflavored form of Apoquel may be a safer option if you have both cats and dogs at home. 👉 Seek veterinary care immediately if your cat gets into your dog’s Apoquel. For more on medication safety for pets, visit: |
2nd Annual Concert for Canines & Their Companions |
Please join us on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET at the 25th Street Plaza for our second annual “Concert for Canines and Their Companions.” This fun, feel-good event is a perfect opportunity for you and your dog to relax and spend some quality time together. Bring your dog and enjoy the enchanting sounds of The Dolphins String Quartet from The Juilliard School. Be sure to pick up some helpful pet health resources to keep your dog thriving. And don’t forget to stop by the photo booth for an unforgettable keepsake! This is a free, in-person event. It will be held at the 25th Street Plaza on E. 25th St., between Third Avenue and Lexington Avenue. In case of inclement weather, we will post a status update by 1 PM ET at the link below. Please email UsdanIn...@amcny.org with any questions. |
Upcoming Pet Memorial Event |
8th Annual Celebration of Life |
We warmly invite you to our 8th Annual Celebration of Life, a time to come together to remember the pets we’ve lost and the lives we shared. Join us as we honor our beloved animal companions, find comfort in community, and hear from author Victoria Schade. Brynne Baizer, AMC’s full-time Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), will also share words of reflection. The program will include a Candle Lighting Ceremony. If you would like to participate, please have a candle ready. We will conclude with our Pet Memorial Slideshow. Photo submissions for our Pet Memorial Slideshow will close at 5PM on Friday, August 29th. This is a free, online-only event hosted via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to all registered participants the day of the event. Please email UsdanIn...@amcny.org with any questions. |
Understanding Catheters: Clearing Up Common Misconceptions |
Can you list all the types of catheters used in a veterinary hospital? In this week's blog, Dr. Ann Hohenhaus clears up common misconceptions by explaining how these sophisticated medical devices have been specially designed for various, often specific, situations. |
Everyone, meet Jolene (AKA Jolly Rancher). Her owner writes: "She is very jolly and loves to play with her dog friends at the dog run. She greets almost all the dog owners and their furbabies too!" If you would like to have your best friend featured in our newsletter, social media platforms, or website, please email us at UsdanIn...@amcny.org and include your pet's name, age, photo, and a brief message! |
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| For access to pet health articles, upcoming events, video tutorials, and other pet parent educational resources, visit the Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education at www.amcny.org/usdaninstitute. |
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| The Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the leading provider of pet health information. We aim to inform and empower pet owners and to foster the human-animal bond. With AMC's staff of more than 140 doctors and the knowledge gained from over a century of experience, we are uniquely positioned to deliver the best and most up-to-date information for all your pet health needs. If you have a question about pet health, we have the answer. Questions about the Usdan Institute? Email: usdanin...@amcny.org Visit: www.amcny.org/usdaninstitute Call: 212-329-8524 Schwarzman Animal Medical Center 510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065 Appointments/Medical Questions: 212-838-8100 |
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