Animal Medical Center

10/09/2025

10/06/2025

10/06/2025

We currently have an opening for a new team member as a Veterinary Kennel Technician. This is a full-time position. Please email your resume to [email protected]. I will contact you to set up an interview. Thanks

08/06/2025

The Importance of Immunization for Your Pets: Celebrating National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a perfect time to highlight the critical role vaccines play in protecting your pets’ health. Just like in humans, vaccinations are essential for preventing a range of infectious diseases in animals, ensuring they lead long, healthy lives.

Why Vaccinations Matter
Vaccinations are a vital part of your pet’s preventive healthcare routine. They work by preparing your pet’s immune system to fight off certain diseases before they can cause serious illness. Here are some key reasons why immunizing your pet is so important:

Disease Prevention: Vaccines protect against a variety of serious and potentially fatal diseases. For dogs, this includes distemper, parvovirus, rabies, and more. Cats are commonly vaccinated against feline leukemia virus, feline calicivirus, and others. These diseases can be highly contagious and may spread easily among animals.
Public Health Protection: Certain diseases, such as rabies, can be transmitted from pets to humans. By vaccinating your pet, you’re also helping to protect your family and the broader community.
Legal Requirements: In many areas, certain vaccinations are required by law. Rabies vaccination, for example, is mandated in most states because of the serious public health risk rabies poses.
Cost-Effective Care: Treating a preventable disease can be far more expensive and emotionally taxing than preventing it in the first place. Vaccines are a cost-effective way to safeguard your pet’s health and avoid potentially large veterinary bills.

07/23/2025

With every purchase of Bravecto you can be entered in the drawing to win this Yeti cooler!

07/23/2025

To prevent pets from getting lost, ensure they are microchipped with up-to-date information, and wear collars with visible ID tags. Secure your yard to prevent escapes and avoid letting pets off-leash in unfamiliar or potentially dangerous areas. If traveling with your pet, use secure carriers and double-check their identification.
Detailed Prevention Strategies:
Microchipping:
Microchips are a crucial form of identification that can help reunite you with your pet if they are lost. Ensure the microchip information is up-to-date with your current contact information.
ID Tags:
Attach clear, legible ID tags to your pet's collar that include your name, phone number, and potentially your address.
Secure Your Yard:
Regularly inspect your fence and yard for any potential escape routes. Ensure gates are securely latched and that there are no gaps or weak spots in the fencing.
Leash Training and Control:
Always keep your pet on a leash, especially in public places or unfamiliar environments. Consider using a sturdy, escape-proof harness or waist-worn leash for added security.
Travel Safety:
When traveling, use a secure carrier that meets airline regulations and keep your pet's ID tags visible.
Avoid Leaving Pets Unattended:
Do not leave your pet unsupervised in public areas or unsecured locations where they could easily wander off or get lost.
Supervise During Introductions:
When introducing a new pet to your household or introducing your pet to new environments, supervise them closely to prevent them from running off.
Consider GPS Tracking:
Explore the use of GPS-enabled collars or other tracking devices to monitor your pet's location in real-time.
Be Mindful of Events:
Be aware of potential hazards during events like fireworks or thunderstorms, which can cause pets to become frightened and bolt.

07/17/2025

To prevent heatstroke in pets, ensure they always have access to fresh water and shade, avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day, and never leave them unattended in a parked car, even with the windows cracked. Additionally, be aware of the signs of heatstroke and seek immediate veterinary care if your pet shows symptoms like excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. Hydration and Shade are Key:
Fresh water:
Always provide your pet with plenty of fresh, cool water, especially when it's hot. Consider adding ice cubes to their water bowl for extra cooling.
Shade:
Ensure your pet has access to shaded areas, both indoors and outdoors, to escape direct sunlight.
Limit outdoor activities:
Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day (usually between 10 am and 4 pm).
Cool surfaces:
Be mindful of hot pavements and sidewalks, which can burn paws. Walk your dog on grass or provide protective booties if necessary.
2. Never Leave Pets in Cars:
Danger:
Even on a mild day, the temperature inside a parked car can rise rapidly, leading to heatstroke and even death.
Alternatives:
If you need to leave your pet, consider boarding, pet sitting, or leaving them at home with a pet sitter.
3. Be Aware of Symptoms and Take Action:
Symptoms:
Watch for signs of heatstroke, such as excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty breathing.
Seek Veterinary Care:
If your pet shows any of these signs, immediately move them to a cooler environment, offer water (if they can drink), and seek veterinary attention.
First Aid:
You can also apply cool, wet towels to their body (avoid cold water, which can constrict blood vessels) or gently hose them down with cool water.
4. Other Precautions:
Grooming:
Regular grooming can help pets with long or thick coats stay cooler by improving air circulation.
High-Risk Pets:
Be extra cautious with older pets, overweight pets, brachycephalic breeds (short-nosed dogs like Pugs and Bulldogs), and those with pre-existing health conditions.
Indoor Cooling:
Utilize fans, air conditioning, or cooling mats to keep your pet comfortable indoors.

06/25/2025

Purchase a Bravecto 3-month Flea and Tick preventive to be entered in a drawing for this Yeti cooler. Drawing will be August 1, 2025.

06/06/2025

Yeti Cooler Drawning!!!!
Purchase any Bravecto to enter to win this pretty blue Yeti Cooler. Drawning will be August 1, 2025. Good Luck!

06/06/2025

Adopt a Cat Month is officially recognized in June and was established by the American Humane Association in 1998 to promote feline adoption awareness. During this month, many shelters offer discounts on adoption fees and host special events to encourage families to adopt cats. This initiative aims to save the lives of cats and kittens, especially since June is considered kitten season, when many cats are in need of homes.