Airport Veterinary Hospital, P.C.

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

May is Responsible Animal Guardian Month, a time to recognize the important role pet owners play in keeping their animals healthy, safe, and happy. Being a responsible animal guardian means more than providing food and water. It means making sure your pet receives proper medical care, exercise, trai...

05/12/2026

May is Pet Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to help pet owners learn the signs of arthritis and how to support pets living with joint pain. Arthritis is one of the most common health conditions seen in older dogs and cats, but many pet owners may not realize their pet is uncomfortable. Because pets...

05/08/2026

Dog Mom’s Day, celebrated on May 9, is the perfect time to recognize the love, care, and dedication that dog moms give every single day. From early morning walks to late-night cuddles, dog moms do so much to keep their pets happy and healthy. For many families, dogs are more than pets — they are...

05/06/2026

This week is Dog Anxiety Awareness Week, a time to learn how our dogs feel and how we can better support them. Just like people, dogs can experience anxiety. It can show up in different ways, and sometimes it’s easy to miss if you don’t know what to look for. Common signs of anxiety in dogs incl...

05/05/2026

We have some exciting news to share here at the clinic! Dr. Buck has been chosen as the recipient of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award for the Alabama Wildlife Center! ⭐️
After almost 40 years of volunteer veterinary service for the AWC we are so grateful to be recognized for his service and support!
In order for our staff to attend the AWC For The Birds Gala charity event and awards ceremony we will be closing at 4:00PM this Friday, May 8. We thank you in advance for your understanding, and want to make sure that all boarders are checked in by 3:30PM and all drop offs and grooms are picked up by 4:00PM. Any emergencies can be seen by Steel City Emergency Vets located in Hoover. Thank you again! ☺️
*** Picture was taken by our vet assistant when Mr. Owl decided he wanted a photo op instead of his exam, haha! 😉

05/02/2026

Did you know millions of pets go missing every year, and many never make it back home? A collar tag can help, but tags can fall off or become hard to read. That’s why May is the perfect time to talk about microchipping your pet. A microchip is a tiny device, about the size of a grain of rice, plac...

04/29/2026

April 30 is Adopt a Shelter Pet Day 🐾❤️, a wonderful reminder that one act of kindness can change a pet’s life forever. Shelter pets come in all shapes, sizes, ages, and personalities. Some are playful and full of energy. Others are calm and enjoy quiet time beside you. Whether you are look...