Gilmer Animal Clinic

06/01/2026

One flea bite. That is all it takes to trigger itching, discomfort, and other problems in a dog with flea allergies. Managing fleas and other parasites is key to keeping your dog itch-free and comfortable. If your dog is itching, schedule a visit with us today.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

❤️ Friendly Reminder! ❤️

We will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing holiday spent with family and friends as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ✨

Happy Memorial Day from all of us!

05/11/2026

Catios can be a fun, new space for your cat to explore. These unique areas can also provide a long list of benefits, along with being a cool little addition to your home. Before diving into building one, it may be helpful to learn about catio basics. https://pbxx.it/Uvy2nm

05/06/2026

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday, Gopher! 🐾🎉

From all of us at Gilmer Animal Clinic, we want to wish the happiest of birthdays to one of our favorite patients! 🐶💛

Gopher, your sweet personality, those adorable floppy ears, soulful eyes and that incredible nose always make our day a little brighter.

We hope your day is filled with extra treats, belly rubs, and plenty of time doing what you love most! 🎂🐾

Happy Birthday, Gopher! We’re so lucky to know you! 💕🐶
— Your friends at Gilmer Animal Clinic

05/06/2026

🚗🔥 With temperatures rising, let’s discuss the dangers of leaving pets in vehicles.

Parking in the shade or cracking the windows might seem like it helps—but the truth is, it does NOT keep a car safe.

☀️ Why these methods fail:
• Minimal impact: Cracked windows only slow heat buildup briefly—after about 30–40 minutes, temps catch up
• Greenhouse effect: Sunlight gets trapped inside, pushing temperatures well over 140°F
• Poor airflow: Slightly open windows don’t create enough circulation to cool the vehicle

📊 Studies show that even with windows cracked, a car can exceed 110°F in under an hour.

🐾 For pets, this can quickly become deadly.

⚠️ Even a few minutes can be dangerous.

👉 Never leave children or pets in a parked car—NOT even for a minute, and NOT even with windows cracked.

Please share to help protect our pets and keep them safe ❤️

05/05/2026

🌮✨ Happy Cinco de Mayo! ✨🌮

Just a quick heads up — we will be closed today from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM for staff enrichment.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding! 💛

We’ll be back and ready to serve you soon — enjoy your day! 🎉

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you 🐾✨
Celebrating today with my favorite little Ewoks (aka all the pets we see) 💛
May your treats be plenty, your naps be long, and your zoomies be strong ⚡️
The force is definitely strong with this one 🐶🐱

05/01/2026

Not sure why your dog keeps scratching? It could be allergic dermatitis, an itchy skin condition triggered by allergens. To get to the root of your dog’s itch, contact us today.