Back to School Heartgard Sale!!
LazyPaw Animal Hospital’s Summer Pet Photo Contest
Enter LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Summer Pet Photo Contest! We LOVE seeing photos of our patients! This year we are holding a summer themed pet photo contest. Submit your best summer pet photos beginning June 1st! Grand prize basket will include a 12 month supply of heartworm prevention!! Email your photo to info@lazypawvet.com with “Summer Pet
Feline Kidney Disease
My vet told me my cat has kidney disease – but what does that mean? They were throwing around jargon like B-U-N and creatinine and specific gravity. What the heck is an azotemia, and is it bad? I came in because my older cat was drinking more water going to the litter box more often.
Annual Pictures with Santa
4th Annual Pictures with Santa!! Join us on Friday, December 12, 2014 from 2-5:30 pm Bring your fur babies in with their holly-jolly Christmas gear and enjoy a complimentary photo session. Pictures will be sent via email to each recipient and a FREE printed copy will be sent the following week
Paws and Give Thanks
LazyPaw Animal Hospitals is happy to team up with the students of Frisco High School to support our local animal shelter. The Frisco High School student chapter of USITT, United States Institute of Theatre Technology, has chosen Collin County Animal Services as it’s charity to support this year. Members of USITT are
LazyPaw Animal Hospitals knows that the Frisco Chamber of Commerce Works
Julaine Hunter, DVM 2014-10-21 As a local business, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals knows that the Frisco Chamber of Commerce works. This not-for-profit organization provides the local and surrounding communities information on city events, goods and services,
Incessant Dog Barking: MAKE IT STOP!!!
Incessant Dog Barking: MAKE IT STOP!!! Dr. Julaine Hunter Do you or your neighbor have a dog who incessantly barks for no reason or for no reason you can perceive? Nuisance barking is a big problem in some pets. In some parts of the country hefty fines and even incarceration of the
Judge: Needs a Forever Home
Judge: Needs a Forever Home Call LazyPaw and we will share his current owners information From His Current Owners who are terrific and are in a position that Judge needs a new home. • Age: 6 years (DOB: October 2007) • Weight: 70 lbs • Color: Brown with white markings • How we
Friscos Annual Community Clean-Up
Julaine Hunter, DVM On Saturday, April 26, 2014, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals’ Practice Manager, Kinsey Eliot, and Canine Ambassador and Public Figure, Elfie, will be participating in the Frisco Young Professionals “Clean It and Green It” event from 8AM until 10:30AM. FYP members are participating in Frisco’s Annual Community Clean-Up and Earth Day Celebration! Hall Office
White Coat Ceremony for OSU Vet Students
Julaine Hunter, DVM 25 April 2014 Last summer LazyPaw Animal Hospitals was lucky to have not only one but two veterinary students elect to spend their summer working in our Frisco hospital. These two exceptional individuals are students at Oklahoma State University, Center for Veterinary Health Sciences in Stillwater. This past fall both elected
Easter Lilies are Toxic to Cats
Easter Lilies are Toxic to Cats Julaine Hunter, DVM Spring is a time of new growth and rebirth, celebrated by many with symbolic plants. One of the most commonly given and received is the Easter lily. Unfortunately, this plant, along with some of its beautiful cousins, is highly toxic when consumed by cats. Ingestion results
Texas Veterinary Medical Associations Annual Conference
Texas Veterinary Medical Association’s Annual Conference by Julaine Hunter, DVM This past weekend LazyPaw Animal Hospitals practice manager, Ms. Kinsey Eliot, participated in the Texas Veterinary Medical Association’s Annual Conference held in College Station on the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine campus. A student focused event kicked off early Saturday, March
LazyPaw at the FISD Job Fair
Julaine Hunter, DVM 26 February 2014 On Friday, February 20, 2014, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals’ Veterinary Practice Manager, Ms. Kinsey Eliot, teamed up with numerous other local professionals and regional company representatives to share with Frisco ISD 6th – 12th grade students and Collin College students what it takes to be both professionally and personally successful
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI)
At LZPAH we are privileged to be included in the lives of our pet owners beyond an annual exam or emergency visit. We have built lasting relationships which have afforded us the opportunity to share in their triumphs from birth announcements to job promotions to quitting smoking as well as to support them in times
Winner: Star Local Medias 2013 Readers Choice Best Veterinarian
Star Local Media’s 2013 Reader’s Choice Best Veterinarian Most people today are familiar with the standard boilerplate of every veterinarian espousing that patient care is a team effort. The difference at LazyPaw Animal Hospitals is that this much touted philosophy is OUR standard of practice. Our staff and veterinarians consist of a special group of
Answering the Question: Is she Spayed?
Revolutionary test determines female reproductive status in both dogs and cats… without surgery!!! J. Hunter, DVM Veterinarians and veterinary staff members, rescue groups and animal shelter employees have long struggled to answer the following question when evaluating a female stray: “Is she spayed?” Most of us can tell an intact male dog or cat
Kinsey Eliot is Frisco Young Professional of the Month
LazyPaw Animal Hospital very own Practice Manager, Ms. Kinsey Eliot was voted this month’s young professional of the month by the Frisco Young Professionals organization. This new recognition program is designed to spotlight the outstanding accomplishments of its members, and we feel it is only fitting that she is the incepting member. We are so
How to Save Your Christmas Tree from Acrobatic Ninja Cats
How to Save Your Christmas Tree from Acrobatic Ninja Cats Julaine Hunter, DVM
Who takes care of Santas Reindeer? A veterinarian, of course!
Who takes care of Santa’s Reindeer? A veterinarian, of course! Julaine Hunter, DVM This career day season has started off with a bang. Because of our tremendous LazyPaw team, I am fortunate to be able to regularly spend time out of the office and in our Frisco Community. I visit several
Career Day at Fowler Middle School
Fowler Middle School 19 November 2013 It is hard to believe it is mid-November already. This year has flown by for us at LazyPaw Animal Hospitals , and it is high time for a bit of a breather. On Tuesday, November 19, 2013 I had the distinct honor of representing my business and my profession
Doc Hunter was a Guest Reader for the Literacy League
11 November 2013, Julaine Hunter, DVM On Friday, November 8, 2013 I had the distinct pleasure of being a guest reader
LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Sponsors Barktoberfest
by Julaine Hunter, DVM This past Saturday, October 19, 2013 LazyPaw Animal Hospitals’ veterinary team celebrated with the Frisco Humane Society at its 8th annual Barktoberfest in Frisco Commons Park in Frisco, Texas. This annual and all inclusive family event is free and dedicated to celebrating the lives of rescued and repurposed pets. This year LazyPaw
Halloween Hazards
Halloween Hazards by Julaine Hunter, DVM What could be better than an evening spent traipsing around the neighborhood dressed as your favorite superhero, fantasy character or your little brother’s worst nightmare personified? An annual event designed to be full of imaginative fun celebrating the wonder and magic of childhood, Halloween can be a stressful and
Frisco ISD is Hosting a Business Symposium
Frisco ISD is hosting a business symposium for the Independent Study and Mentorship Program students on Friday, October 11, 2013 from 8:30 AM until noon at the FISD Administration Building and Career and Technical Education Center. Business professionals including LazyPaw Animal Hospitals’ Practice Manager, Kinsey Eliot, will be volunteering their time to conduct mock interviews,
LazyPaw Wins Frisco STYLE Best of Business Award
LazyPaw Wins Frisco STYLE Best of Business Award LazyPaw is purr-oud to announce that we’ve received 2013 Frisco STYLE Best of Business award! For the last 11 years, Frisco STYLE has published a Best of Business issue that distinguishes the top businesses in the Frisco area for overall excellence. This year, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals
Rabies Awareness: For School Kids and Their Families
With the Recent Rabies cases in The Colony a quick note on Rabies. Rabies Awareness: Information and Instructions for School Kids and Their Families What is rabies? • A sickness affecting the brain of mammals – animals with hair. • Rabies makes wild animals act strangely: no fear of people, have trouble walking or flying
Fun water activities with your dog
Fun water activities with your dog By Dr. Brent Bilhartz With Frisco temperatures climbing into the 90s, now is a great time for a dip with your dog. Whether it’s in the pool, lake, a fountain, or the ocean, water activities are a wonderful way to chill out and cool down with your pup. Before
Cool down with your dog with this summer
Cool down with your dog with this summer Julaine Hunter, DVM LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Warmer summer months are a great time to chill with your four legged friend outside. But when warm weather turns hot, you should take extra precautions to keep your pup cool. Dogs pant instead of sweat, but when weather is hot
Heat stroke In Dogs
Heat stroke Julaine Hunter, DVM Diplomate ABVP (Equine Practice) LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Hyperthermia is the scientific name for elevated body temperature. In dogs, elevations of rectal temperatures above 103°F are considered to be abnormal and hyperthermic. In the absence of illness, body temperatures in excess for 106°F are commonly attributable to exposure to excessive external
Fourth of July Firecracker Anxiety
Fourth of July – Firecracker Anxiety The Fourth of July is a fantastically fun holiday crammed with celebration, food, friends, and of course—fireworks. Though fireworks can be the highlight of the season for adults and kids, for pets they can be confusing, nerve-racking, and even terrifying. This holiday season don’t ignore your pet’s anxiety about
LazyPaw Supports the NTXMA
2nd Annual 4th of July 10-Mile Hump Honors Veterans Tomorrow North Texas veterans and their families and supporters will be walking 10 miles to honor those who have served in US military organizations. This year Drs. Hunter and Bilhartz will be participating together with their little family. The march will kick off at 7:30 am
Pick the Right Boarding Facility for Your Dog
How to Pick the Right Boarding Facility for Your Dog By Dr. Brent Bilhartz Leaving your furry friend behind when you have to travel can cause a lot of anxiety, and not just for Fido or Fifi. It’s scary to trust the care of your fuzzy family member to someone else, which is why we’ve
Summer Travel Tips for Pets
Summer Travel Tips for Pets By Brent Bilhartz As we turn the corner on the summer solstice, lots of us are planning a vacation that might include Fido or Fifi. Before you hit the road with your furry friend, consider these tips to help your trip be as fun and safe as possible. The best
Prosperity Place Fun Run
LazyPaw participated in the Prosperity Place Fun Run as a top-level sponsor on Saturday, May 18. The annual run benefits Prosperity Place, a center for children with special needs that offers therapeutic and financial services to these children and their families. This safe haven revolves around the idea that a family is a child’s
Frisco Sunrise Rotary Paddy Dash
LazyPaw Animal Hospitals participated in and donated to the Frisco Sunrise Rotary Paddy Dash 5K on March 9, a run that benefitted the North Texas Military Association (NTXMA). The NTXMA is a group of military veterans and their friends and family dedicated to ensuring veterans get the recognition they deserve and help they need. NTXMA
NTXMA Memorial Day Visit to DFW National Cemeter
The LazyPaw staff spent their Memorial Day at the DFW National Cemetery placing flags on the gravestones in remembrance of the many fallen veterans. More than 1,300 volunteers joined them, including three new groups to the Memorial Day tradition. Volunteers adorned the gravesites, adding a patriotic touch to each and every gravestone that resulted
Hope Park Build Week
LazyPaw’s very own Dr. Julaine Hunter put down her stethoscope and picked up a hammer to participate in helping the Hope Park Build Week from April 5th to April 14th in Frisco, Texas. Hope Park Build Week is a construction event working to build a park to accommodate students with special needs, helping with sensory
Kennel Cough Vaccines Are Annual
Frisco Young Entrepreneur Academy
Dr. Brent Bilhartz, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals veterinarian and local, small business owner, attended this year’s Frisco Young Entrepreneur Academy’s (YEA) investor meeting tonight. Presentations were made to a panel of local investors in the event sponsored by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, Frisco Economic Development Corporation and the City of Frisco’s Independent School District, a culmination
Frisco Montessori Academy
Julaine Hunter, DVM Elfie goes to school! Today Dr. Hunter accompanied Elfie, LazyPaw Animal Hospitals’ official Canine Ambassador, to Frisco’s premier Montessori school, Frisco Montessori Academy. With Dr. Hunter’s assistance, Elfie demonstrated the mechanics of dog teeth brushing, the basics of dog grooming , including nail trimming and coat brushing, as well as the importance of
Citizens Police Academy Julaine Hunter
2/28/13 Citizen’s Police Academy, week 2 Today we continued to expand our understanding of the responsibilities and tasks of another level of the Frisco Police Department’s Organizational Chart. We met with experts in various upper echelons of administration who are responsible for overseeing an effective and productive police force through all levels of the rank
Julaine Hunter at Frisco Citizens Police Academy
By Julaine Hunter, DVM 26 February 2013 This past Thursday evening I joined several other Frisco residents at the Frisco Police Department for the first class of this year’s Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA). The stated goal of the program is to “improve the relationship and rapport between the Frisco Police and the citizens of Frisco.”
Frisco Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
LazyPaw Animal Hospitals is very active in the Frisco community and we enjoy networking with other businesses right here in Frisco. Our practice manager Kinsey Eliot joined the Frisco Chamber February 20, 2013 to honor two of our local businesses and wants to give them a shout out. The first ribbon cutting ceremony was for a
Raccoons and Distemper Virus, Companion Animal Risks
Raccoons and Distemper Virus, Companion Animal Risks J. Hunter, DVM, 3 February 2013 Many clients have expressed concern with regards to recent, local reports of raccoon distemper cases. Closely related to the human measles virus, the viral agent, CDV or canine distemper virus. CDV is typically contracted by animals in an immune susceptible state. In dogs, this
Puppy Classes and Puppy Exam’s
On Saturday, February 2, 2013, Dr. Hunter assisted What A Great Dog owner and instructor, Maureen Patin, during back to back puppy socialization sessions. Designed to encourage exposure to other young dogs in a structured, safe environment while under the direct supervision of a WAGD trainer, classes incorporate the teachings of celebrated behaviorist, Dr. Ian
Julaine Hunter at Stafford Middle School
Dr. Hunter will be returning to Stafford Middle School for the Spartans’ annual career day event on Friday, January 18th. Joining her to augment her presentation about careers in veterinary medicine will be Katydid, a kid-loving and keen, canine assistant. Katy serves to provide a 3-D perspective of how small animal veterinarians do what they do and
Dr Hunter at Leadership Symposium
This week Dr. Hunter will be joining many Frisco residents in attending the annual TEEX (Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service) 2013 Leadership Development Symposium. This symposium is designed for fire and EMS service staff, command members and citizens desirous of developing their management and leadership skills, improving their knowledge of methods to protect the public
Dr Bilhartz on Texas Living TV Show
Debuting in his first television interview, Dr. Brent Bilhartz will be visiting with Hilary Kennedy and Kimberly Schlegel Whitman on our newest local hit morning show: Texas Living. The show is scheduled to air live on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 between 12PM and 1PM, CST. Dr. Bilhartz will be discussing fun methods for
Career Day at Goddard School in Frisco
Yesterday, Katydid and I had the honor of sharing our respective jobs: doggie doctor assistant/demo-dog extraordinaire and doggy/kitty doctor with the children of the The Goddard School in Frisco. After introductions, ours and theirs, we discussed basic dog and cat care. The Goddard students were very thorough in their list of necessary pet items: brush,