Fort Payne Animal Hospital

Fort Payne Animal Hospital We provide wellness checks, routine and emergency surgeries, dentistry, vaccines, and ophthalmic exams in small and exotic animals.

06/19/2026

The first hot day according to your pet: ☀️🐶

7:00 AM — “This weather is AMAZING.”
12:00 PM — “Why is the sidewalk made of lava?”
2:00 PM — Refusing to walk further. Panting dramatically.
4:00 PM — Sprawled across the coldest tile in the house like a melted popsicle.
6:00 PM — Somehow still asking for a walk.

Hot weather can sneak up on pets fast — especially early in the season before they’ve adjusted to rising temperatures. 🩺

On warm days:
✔️ Walk earlier or later
✔️ Check pavement temperature
✔️ Bring water on outings
✔️ Watch for excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy

When in doubt, it’s always safer to keep pets cool and take breaks indoors. 💙

Fireworks and summer storms can be stressful for pets — and for many dogs and cats, the anxiety starts long before the n...
06/17/2026

Fireworks and summer storms can be stressful for pets — and for many dogs and cats, the anxiety starts long before the noise does. 🎆⛈️

In fact, studies suggest over 70% of dogs display stress-related behaviors, and as many as 50% of cats experience emotional stress at some point in their lives. 🐾

Shaking, hiding, pacing, vocalizing, clinginess, or trying to escape are all common signs of noise anxiety.

The good news? Planning ahead can make a BIG difference. 🩺💙

During June, talk with our team about safe, appropriate options to help your pet feel calmer and more secure during high-noise events.

Preparing early can help reduce fear, panic, and injury before peak summer celebrations begin.

📞 Call today to schedule your pet’s anxiety visit before the end of June.

06/15/2026

Before the walk:
⚡🐕💨 Parkour off the furniture.
Zoomies at maximum speed.
Acting like they’ve been trapped inside for 84 years.

After the walk:
😴🛋️ Suddenly unable to keep their eyes open.
Collapsed dramatically in the middle of the floor.
Snoring 12 minutes later.

Daily walks don’t just help burn energy — they also provide mental stimulation, enrichment, and stress relief for dogs. 🧠🐾

A well-exercised dog is usually a much happier (and sleepier) dog. 😂

This baby is still free to go to a good home! He is a very sweet and loving puppy and has started to go by the name Toby...
06/12/2026

This baby is still free to go to a good home! He is a very sweet and loving puppy and has started to go by the name Toby! (but can be changed if his future new parents would like to) If you are interested or know anyone that is interested in being this baby's new home, give our office a call at 256-979-1738 😊❤️

“Everything looked normal at home.”We hear that all the time — and sometimes, that’s exactly why bloodwork matters. 🩺🩸Ph...
06/10/2026

“Everything looked normal at home.”
We hear that all the time — and sometimes, that’s exactly why bloodwork matters. 🩺🩸

Physical exams tell us a LOT, but bloodwork helps us see what we can’t:
🔬 Early kidney disease
🔬 Liver changes
🔬 Infection & inflammation
🔬 Diabetes
🔬 Thyroid issues
🔬 Anemia & dehydration

Many pets hide illness incredibly well, especially in the early stages. Bloodwork gives us a look “behind the scenes” before symptoms become obvious.

That’s why routine lab work is one of the best tools we have for catching problems early and helping pets stay healthier, longer. 💙

Ask us if your pet is due for bloodwork. 🐾

Ever notice your dog sniffs EVERYTHING more in the summer? 🐶🌿That’s actually science.Warm air helps scents travel farthe...
06/08/2026

Ever notice your dog sniffs EVERYTHING more in the summer? 🐶🌿
That’s actually science.

Warm air helps scents travel farther and linger longer, so your dog’s nose gets a seasonal “signal boost.” Add in more wildlife, plants, and outdoor activity, and their brain is BUSY decoding the world around them. 🧠✨

And the best part? Sniffing is great mental enrichment for dogs.

Just keep an eye out for:
🚩 Excessive sneezing
🚩 Head shaking
🚩 Pawing at the face
🚩 Nose discharge

Summer noses can also mean exposure to foxtails, ticks, parasites, and allergens.

If something feels off, let us know. 💙

What does your dog sniff the longest on walks? 👇

🌞🐾 Too Hot to Zoom? Try This InsteadWhen the temps rise, your pet doesn’t have to! 😅Hot days call for low-energy enrichm...
06/05/2026

🌞🐾 Too Hot to Zoom? Try This Instead

When the temps rise, your pet doesn’t have to! 😅

Hot days call for low-energy enrichment—aka fun that doesn’t require a full sprint around the yard.

Think:
Frozen treats 🧊
Snuffle mats & puzzle toys 🧠
Short training sessions indoors 🎾
A/C lounging with a favorite toy or chewy treat 😌

Mental stimulation can be just as satisfying as physical exercise (and way safer in the heat).

Because sometimes the best summer activity… is staying cool and slightly entertained. 💛

*FREE TO GO TO A GOOD HOME* We're still looking for a good home for this baby to go to! He is a very very sweet and play...
06/04/2026

*FREE TO GO TO A GOOD HOME*

We're still looking for a good home for this baby to go to! He is a very very sweet and playful boy. He has had his first round of vaccines + dewormer and been put on flea + tick and heartworm prevention. If you are interested in being this baby's fur-ever home, please give our office a call! 😊❤️

☀️🐾 Show Us Your Pet’s Summer Body (Fluff Included)Beach bod? Never heard of her.We’re all about the snack bod, nap bod,...
06/03/2026

☀️🐾 Show Us Your Pet’s Summer Body (Fluff Included)

Beach bod? Never heard of her.
We’re all about the snack bod, nap bod, and floof bod around here. 😎

Whether your pet is rocking a fresh summer trim or their full, fabulous fluff—every body is a summer body.

Bonus points for muddy noses, wet paws, and post-zoomie hair. 😂

Drop your pet’s summer look below—we’re ready to admire the fluff. 💛

Address

6050 Gault Avenue N
Fort Payne, AL
35967

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 12pm
1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+12569791738

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