Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency

07/09/2025

🚨 ☎️ We are currently experiencing a phone and internet outage, but we are still open for emergencies until 6am.

07/02/2025

🎆 We are open for emergencies on July 4th!

🦮 Tips to help keep your pets safe:

During Fireworks:

🔴 Provide a safe space:
Create a comfortable, escape-proof area for your pet indoors, away from the noise and excitement of fireworks. A crate, closet, or interior room can work well, especially if it's cool and has minimal windows.

⚪️ Muffle the noise:
Close windows and curtains, and consider playing calming music or using a fan to help drown out the sounds of fireworks.

🔵 Consider medication:
If your pet has a history of severe anxiety due to fireworks, talk to your veterinarian about whether anti-anxiety medication or calming aids might be helpful.

🔴 Keep them indoors:
Do not bring pets to fireworks displays or other large gatherings where they might become overwhelmed and potentially run away.

General Safety Tips:

⚪️ Identification:
Ensure your pet's ID tags are up-to-date and that they are microchipped, in case they get lost.

🔵 Heatstroke Prevention:
Provide plenty of fresh water and shade, and limit outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day.

🔴 Food Safety:
Keep barbecue food and leftovers out of reach, as many common foods can be toxic to pets (e.g., chocolate, onions, grapes).

⚪️ Avoid Hazards:
Keep sparklers, glow sticks, charcoal, and other potential hazards away from curious pets.

🔵 Be aware of poison hazards:
Many substances found at cookouts or campsites can be harmful to pets if ingested.

🧨 Don't use fireworks around pets:
Even unused fireworks can be dangerous.

06/21/2025

Summer is here! Keep your dogs safe and cool during the hottest part of the day ☀️ 🥵

PROTECT THOSE PAWS! As the first big heat wave of the summer unfolds in the the next few days, Boomer wants to remind you that during the heat of the day with the sun beating down, the pavement can get too hot for walks. Concrete and asphalt will get much hotter than the air temperature and can burn your dogs paws!

06/18/2025

👏🏻 Happy Veterinary Appreciation Day❕

We appreciate our veterinarians every single day, but we especially want to make it known today! SAVE is fortunate to have 4 full-time veterinarians that genuinely care about providing the best treatment possible to the pets in their care.

If your pet has been cared for by Dr. Melissa Pounders Hale, Dr. Clinton Brown or Dr. Elizabeth Mitchell, please give a shout out to them in our comments!

Dr. Emma Kate Griffin just joined our vet team this week and we can’t wait for everyone to meet her!

06/04/2025

⚠️ We are currently experiencing a power outage. We are still open for emergencies during this time.
However, please understand that we will have limited capabilities until the electricity is restored.

05/20/2025

🩺 It’s Veterinary Assistant week and we want to give a huge shout out to our amazing Vet Assistants! We couldn’t get by without them! 🐾

“Veterinary Assistants perform essential tasks such as restraining animals, assisting with exams and procedures, preparing surgical areas, cleaning and maintaining hospital environments, and supporting communication with clients. Their work ensures smooth operations and compassionate care every day.”

05/02/2025

Please welcome our newest veterinarian to SAVE…Emma Kate Griffin! 🩺 🐾

Emma Kate started her career in vet med at North Alabama Animal Hospital and also worked part time at SAVE, until leaving to pursue her DVM at MSU. We are so happy to welcome her back!

“My time at Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicie has almost come to an end. 12 more days until my lifelong dream is finally a reality- Dr. Emma Kate Griffin, DVM 🎓🩺

This June, I will begin working as an emergency veterinarian at Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency Hospital back home in Florence, Alabama. Colton and I are thrilled to be moving back to the Shoals!”

04/26/2025

Happy World Veterinary Day! 🩺 🐶 🐱

🌍🐾 Happy World Veterinary Day! 🐾🌍
📅 Celebrated every year on the last Saturday of April, World Veterinary Day honors the incredible contributions of veterinary professionals around the globe.

At the Tennessee Veterinary Technicians Association, we proudly stand alongside veterinarians and veterinary teams who dedicate their lives to protecting the health and welfare of animals—whether it’s in clinics, shelters, farms, labs, or classrooms.

💚 This year’s theme: "Veterinary Resilience"
Veterinary professionals face emotional, physical, and mental challenges every day. This year, we shine a light on the strength, compassion, and dedication that keeps our profession going strong—even in tough times.

🎉 Today, we celebrate:
✔️ The life-saving work done behind the scenes
✔️ The bond between animals and humans
✔️ The teamwork that keeps veterinary care thriving

🐾 To all veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, and support staff—we see you, we thank you, and we stand with you. 💪💙

04/11/2025

Read more: https://iloveveterinary.com/blog/easter-hazards-keeping-your-pets-safe-during-holiday-celebrations/

04/10/2025

⚠️ We are currently experiencing a power outage due to the storm.
We will still be here our normal hours tonight, if you have an emergency.
We will do our very best to treat your pets.

03/15/2025

Good advice!

03/15/2025

We are open normal hours tonight and this weekend, however, due to the risk of severe weather, we will have limited staff.

If you have an emergency, please call us at 256-740-4800 before arriving.
Stay safe and keep your pets safe indoors!