Protect What You Love — Vaccinate Your Pets!

Keeping your pets happy and healthy starts with preventive care — and vaccinations are a key part of that. Vaccines protect your pets from serious, often deadly diseases, and also help protect the other animals and people in our community.

Core Vaccines Required or Commonly Needed in Pahrump, NV

For Dogs

Rabies – Required by law

Distemper / Parvovirus / Adenovirus (DHPP combo) – Strongly recommended

Leptospirosis – Highly recommended in our desert environment due to standing water after storms

For Cats

Rabies – Required by law

Feline panleukopenia / Feline herpesvirus / Calicivirus (FVRCP combo) – Strongly recommended

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) – Especially for outdoor or multi-cat households

Why Vaccines Matter

Prevent life-threatening illnesses

Reduce the spread of disease to other pets and wildlife

Save you from costly emergency vet visits

Keep our whole Pahrump pet community healthier and safer

Is your pet due for vaccines?

Schedule an appointment with us today and let’s keep your furry friends protected all year long!

Fall Wildlife Spotlight: Pahrump’s Wild Horses & Donkeys

As the desert shifts from summer into fall, you may start noticing more wild donkeys (burros) and even wild horses roaming around Pahrump.

Why They’re More Active in Fall

Water & Forage Changes: As plants dry up and water becomes scarce, these animals often travel farther to find resources.

Movement Patterns: Cooler evenings and seasonal shifts mean you may see them crossing roads or coming closer to town.

Herd Behavior: Fall can bring groups together as they search for new territory and mates.

What This Means for Locals & Pets

Do not approach or feed them. Even if they look tame, it’s dangerous (and illegal).

Be extra cautious on roads, especially at dawn and dusk when animals are more active.

Keep pets secure—curious dogs may see wild donkeys or horses as a threat, and burros especially can defend themselves fiercely.

These animals are a treasured part of our Nevada desert heritage, and respecting their space helps keep both them and our community safe.

At JAM Veterinary Services, we love the incredible wildlife that makes Pahrump so unique. And of course, we’re here to keep your pets healthy and safe while they share this desert home with our wild neighbors.

Your Pet’s Dental Health Matters!

Did you know that by age 3, most dogs and cats show signs of dental disease? Dental health isn’t just about fresh breath — it plays a big role in your pet’s overall well-being.

Common warning signs of dental issues include:

• Bad breath

• Drooling or dropping food

• Swollen or bleeding gums

• Pawing at the mouth

• Yellow or brown buildup on teeth

• Reluctance to eat or chew

If left untreated, dental disease can lead to pain, infection, and even issues with your pet’s heart, liver, or kidneys.

At JAM Veterinary Services, we offer:

Full dental cleanings

Dental checkups

Tooth extractions (when needed)

Preventive dental care recommendations

Let’s keep those tails wagging and those purrs coming — with healthy, pain-free smiles!

HIP DYSPLASIA IN DOGS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

Hip dysplasia is a common joint condition we see here at JAM Veterinary Services, especially in larger breeds like:

• German Shepherds

• Labrador Retrievers

• Golden Retrievers

• Rottweilers

• Great Danes

What is it?

Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip joint doesn't develop properly, causing the bones to rub instead of glide smoothly. Over time, this leads to pain, inflammation, and arthritis.

Watch for warning signs like:

• Difficulty standing up or lying down

• Limping or stiffness, especially after exercise

• Bunny-hopping when running

• Decreased activity or reluctance to jump

• Swaying or “popping” hips when walking

Treatment options may include:

• Weight management

• Joint supplements

• Pain relief and anti-inflammatories

• Physical therapy

• In severe cases, surgery

Early detection can make all the difference!