United Vision Pet Partners

12/16/2025

Winter weather brings some dangers:

1. Snow salt can be surprisingly harmful to dogs. It can irritate and burn paws, especially between the toes, and repeated exposure may cause cracking, redness, or blisters. Dogs often lick their paws afterward, which can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, or salt toxicity.

2. Feline asthma is a chronic airway condition that makes breathing difficult. Common signs include coughing, wheezing, rapid or labored breathing, and exercise intolerance, sometimes mistaken for hairballs. Winter can worsen symptoms because dry indoor air, cold temperatures, and indoor allergens like dust or smoke irritate sensitive airways, triggering flare-ups.

3. Dogs can become at risk for hypothermia or frostbite when temperatures drop below 32°F, with small, senior, or short-haired breeds being especially vulnerable. Below 20°F, outdoor time should be limited to quick potty breaks. To keep dogs safe, provide coats or sweaters, limit exposure, watch for signs like shivering or lifting paws, and dry and warm them immediately after walks.

Stay safe and cozy!
Rx: puppy and kitten snuggles.

12/11/2025

Holiday Decor PSA for Pet Parents!

The holidays bring sparkle, joy… and lots of tempting new “snacks” for our curious furbabies. Here’s your gentle reminder to decorate with pet safety in mind:

🎄 Artificial Christmas trees
The needles and branches may look fun to chew, but they can cause stomach upset or blockages.

🎁 Ornaments & tree hooks
Shiny = irresistible. But broken ornaments and metal hooks can lead to cuts, injuries, or emergency vet visits. Keep breakable décor higher up!

🎀 Ribbons, bows, & package decorations
These can be especially dangerous if swallowed, causing linear foreign bodies that can result in an intestinal perforation and sepsis (systemic infection). Keep gift wrap scraps picked up quickly.

🧸 Toys & presents left around the house
New smells and textures make pets extra curious. Store gifts out of reach until it’s time to open—and monitor new toys for any small pieces that could be swallowed.

A little extra caution keeps the season merry and safe! Stay festive, stay watchful, and give your pets an extra cuddle from us at UVPP! 💚❤️

12/11/2025

We are very intentional with the veterinary partners we choose. Grateful for Instinct helping us to provide the best care for our patients.

Please reach out if you are considering Instinct for your veterinary hospital and would like to chat about it.

Specialty veterinary hospital United Vision Pet Partners shares how Instinct EMR improved their daily workflows, patient safety, and teamwork in this case study.

12/09/2025

Ever wonder what happens when your cat or dog gets radiographs?
(Chest x-ray pictured)

Our team takes safety seriously — we suit up in PPE (personal protective equipment) including lead aprons, thyroid shields, and protective gloves, as needed, to keep everyone safe from radiation exposure. For a patient, a single set of x-rays is a very small radiation dose; however, for veterinary team members taking radiographs every day, the radiation accumulates.

Due to radiation safety protocols, pet owners cannot be in the room during X-rays, but rest assured — your furbaby will get plenty of reassurance, snuggles, and care from our team!

12/04/2025

November was a month for reflection and giving thanks.

As the seasons changed, we had the joy of welcoming an incredible group of furbabies through our doors at United Vision Pet Partners. From ear infections to foreign body ingestions, each visit reminded us why we’re so thankful for this community.

This month was full of wagging tails, brave little fighters, and sweet moments shared between pets and their families. We’re grateful for every visit, every story, and every chance to help your loved ones feel their best.

Swipe through to meet a few of the November stars who brightened our days. We hope they warm yours too!

12/01/2025

🌟 This Giving Tuesday, you can make a life-saving difference. 🌟

Our United Vision Pet Partners angel fund helps provide essential medical care to LOCAL pets in need — giving families hope and giving furbabies a fighting chance.

A meaningful gift:
Consider donating in honor of a loved one — a heartfelt way to spread kindness this holiday season.

How to Give:
Scan the QR code or visit www.uvpp.vet and click “Donate” or follow this link: https://uvpp.donation.mybaltofoundation.org/

All donations are tax deductible, and every dollar goes directly toward helping pets, with limited finances, receive care.

Spread holiday cheer. Save lives.
Your generosity helps us continue our mission, one pet at a time.
Thank you for supporting our UVPP angel fund!

11/29/2025

There is so much we are thankful for this season.

To our families — thank you for believing in our dream of opening a specialty hospital and giving us the space and strength to work hard every day.

To our incredible UVPP team — thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment which helped us build and grow our vision into something truly special.

To the referring veterinary community — thank you for partnering with us to ensure that every furbaby receives the highest level of personalized care.

And to our wonderful pet parents — thank you for trusting us with your furbabies and spreading the word about our hospital.

From all of us at United Vision Pet Partners, thank you for your partnership!

11/26/2025

Thank you to our amazing client service representatives, veterinary assistants, and certified veterinary technicians! You're making a huge impact.

Today’s featured review is a beautiful reminder of the power of compassionate care. Our pet parents are well-informed so they can feel at ease and our patients have wonderful outcomes due to our incredible team. Their dedication, skill, and genuine love for what they do ensures that every patient receives personalized, exceptional care.

We are so grateful for this team and the way they show up for our patients, their families, and each other every single day.

11/22/2025

Join our vision!

We’re hiring a Practice Manager who’s passionate about team development, creating efficient systems, and maintaining an environment where every team member can feel engaged and grow in this profession for life.

If you’re energized by collaboration, outreach, organization, and making a meaningful impact in an independently owned specialty hospital —let’s talk!

Email uvpp@uvpp.vet

Practice Manager – Outpatient Specialty Veterinary HospitalUnited Vision Pet Partners – Newtown Square, PAIndependently Owned • Specialty Medicine • Team-First CultureUnited Vision Pet Partners (UVPP) is a women-owned, doctor-owned, independently-owned outpatient specialty, emergency, and ur...

11/21/2025

We offer outpatient abdominal ultrasound with a board certified radiologist who is able to get images, interpret findings, and discuss the results and next steps with you all during the same visit!

Here’s what to expect at UVPP.

How to prepare:
1) Fasting: Most pets should have no food for 12 hours before their ultrasound so we can fully evaluate the stomach and intestines. Always allow access to water and note that there are exceptions to this rule including very young animals.
2) Medications: Most daily meds are okay to give, but check with our team if you’re unsure.

During the appointment:
3) Shaving: Your pet will likely need a small area of fur shaved — this helps us capture crisp, diagnostic images.
4) Sedation: Usually not needed unless your pet is very nervous or painful. Our team uses gentle, Fear Free handling to keep them calm.
5) Comfort treats: After the stomach is scanned, we often offer treats to help patients relax. Please let us know if any allergies or intolerances.
6) Real-time results: Our radiologist is happy to review the ultrasound findings with you during the visit so you are informed and empowered to plan next steps.

Your pet’s health is a partnership — and we’re here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible

11/17/2025

What Do Surgical Patients Need to Heal?
Helping your pet recover smoothly after surgery starts with a few essential steps:

(1) Strict Rest Until Cleared
Keep activity to a minimum. Only allow short, leashed trips outside for bathroom breaks, then back indoors for calm, quiet rest. For cats, limiting their roam to just 1 room and removing cat trees can be helpful. More strict crate rest may be required after more complicated procedures. No running, jumping, stairs, or rough play—these can all disrupt the healing process.

(2) A Protected Incision
Use a properly fitted cone (E-collar) or surgical suit to prevent licking, chewing, or scratching at the incision. A pet's mouth or nails can delay healing, introduce infection, or reopen the incision. A donut (as shown) is only useful for incisions high up on body, such as the chest. It may also be necessary to separate housemates to prevent them from investigating an incision.

(3) Attentive Monitoring
Watch for any signs of discomfort, swelling, redness, odor, incision opening, or discharge (especially pus). If something doesn’t look right, or if your pet seems more painful than expected, reach out to our team. Early intervention can prevent complications.

Your pet will be most calm healing in the comfort of your home — and we’re here to support every step of the way.

If you have any questions or concerns during recovery, please contact us!
Text or call: 610-983-8381
Email: info@uvpp.vet

11/14/2025

Understanding the facts about cat and dog surgery is essential for safe procedures and smooth recovery. Proper surgical planning and post-operative care help ensure your pet stays healthy and comfortable.

Please like and share to help other pet parents make informed decisions for their furry family members.