Formea Animal Hospital

06/15/2025

06/14/2025

💙Awe... just look at these sweet faces! 😍 Anyone know what show these furry babies got their names from? 😸

06/13/2025

💙 From the Desk of our Veterinary Practice Manager 💙

I’ll be honest — the veterinary field is full of joy, but also full of extremely heavy days. Burnout is something all of us face. The emotional weight of caring for beloved pets, often in the most fragile moments of their lives, while trying to support every client with compassion, patience, and understanding… it can wear you down more than you’d ever expect.

Yesterday, I took a phone call that reminded me exactly why we do what we do.

A longtime client called and asked to speak to me, not to make an appointment or ask a medical question, but simply to update me on her daughter — a young woman who is currently battling breast cancer. This mother just wanted to talk. She spoke about the treatments her daughter was going through, the struggles her family was facing, and about the 9yr old little girl battling brain cancer her daughter had made a connection with at the hospital. We spoke for several minutes. She thanked me for taking the time to listen and I asked her to keep me updated.

It was humbling. In that moment, I remembered that we’re not just providing medical care — we’re building relationships. We’re trusted enough to become part of people’s lives, sometimes in the hardest chapters of their stories.

To our amazing clients: thank you for seeing us as more than just a clinic. Thank you for your patience when we’re running behind, your kindness when we look tired, and your trust when we care for your pets.

And to my fellow veterinary professionals and team: your work matters so much. Even when it feels like you’re running on empty, know that your compassion leaves a mark far deeper than you realize.

We're all in this together — heart, fur, tears, joy, and all. 💙🐾

06/12/2025

🐾 Study... Study... Study!!! 🐾
🎉 Team Training at Alton Animal Clinic! 🎉
We believe in continuous growth and learning! This means the occasional hard core studying sessions amongst our team. 🌟 A big congratulations to Darius, who has successfully completed his training. 🎓 He’s now a fantastic cheerleader, encouraging everyone as they embark on their own training journeys! 😀
We’re excited to see our team grow together, ensuring the best care for your furry friends. 🐾 Let’s keep the momentum going!

06/11/2025

Hey, fur friends! 🎉 Yesterday was a big day for sweet little Mabel, a 10-week-old mini Aussie with a heart full of love and a playful spirit to match! 💖 She strutted into Alton Animal Clinic for her second booster like a true champion! 🏆
With her adorable floppy ears and bright, curious eyes, Mabel made quite the impression on everyone there. 🐶✨ She’s officially on her way to being a healthy, happy pup ready for all the adventures ahead!

06/11/2025

😆A little Tuesday humor for everyone! 🚗🐕

Also... do your eyes 👀spot something bright and new??? 🥳

06/06/2025

🐶🌧️ From Rainy Day Drama Queens to Treat-Loving Dancing Machines! 💃🦴

Happy Friday from your favorite four-legged goofballs! 😄

Today’s patient roundup includes:
☔️ A dramatic doggo who looked personally betrayed by the weather.
🙃 Upside-down smiling belly-rub beggars.
🕺 Treat-hustlers showing off their best "sit, spin, shake" combo like it’s America’s Got Dog Talent. ***All captured on video in the comments below 😆

Rain can't dampen this kind of joy 🐾

Drop a pic of your own rainy-day rascal or treat-dancing diva in the comments! 📸👇

06/05/2025

🐾✨ PAWS-itively the Best Day Ever! ✨🐾

Today was full of tail wags, happy purrs, puppy kisses, and a whole lot of love! 💕 Just look at these adorable faces we got to care for — from brave little check-ups to big belly rubs, every one of our patients stole our hearts. 😍

To our furry friends and their amazing humans: thank you for trusting us with your pet's care. You make our job the best in the world. 💙🐶🐱

👇 Drop a 🐾 in the comments if your pet has ever brightened someone’s day (we know they have)!

06/04/2025

🌧😒Rain rain go away but... JUST LOOK👀 AT THESE ADORABLE PATIENTS WE SAW TODAY!!! Gahhh... we just want to snuggle and cuddle and give all the ear scratches!!! 💙🧡