North County Veterinary Clinic

05/23/2026

We will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you to all that have served.

04/30/2026

Some good information about first aid for your pets.

First aid is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it may save your pet’s life until you can get to a veterinarian.

04/29/2026

As we all start our spring chores, yardwork and gardening these are good things to consider.

04/15/2026

Good information

In honor of Dog Bite Prevention Week, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, shares tips for keeping children and dogs safe.

04/10/2026

Slight update to our spring hours.

04/07/2026

Our new hours for Spring and early summer.
Please note we will be open on alternating Mondays and Wednesdays again.

04/01/2026

And more important information - distemper does exist in our wildlife as well so vaccinate your dogs!
Ark. veterinarian urges vaccination as distemper spreads in raccoons
Fayetteville, Ark., has seen an uptick recently in raccoons carrying distemper virus, which can spread to and between dogs through infected respiratory droplets, says veterinarian Hannah Diab. The virus can be fatal to dogs, and vaccination offers strong protection.
Full Story: KAIT-TV (Jonesboro, Ark.) (3/29)

04/01/2026

Now this is exciting!

Veterinary neurologist develops new way to detect canine epilepsy
Veterinary neurologist Fiona James is developing a device that reads dogs' brainwaves while they are awake to diagnose epilepsy. Around one-third of seizures have vague signs and are hard to detect. The device is a modified wireless electroencephalogram used in pediatric medicine and can capture brain activity for 48 hours as the dog goes about its daily routine.
Full Story: CBC News (Canada) (3/30)

04/01/2026

An EXTREMELY IMPORTANT annual reminder! Keep your cats safe!!

Lilies can be deadly for cats
Ingesting any part of a true lily or daylily, or drinking water from a vase of lilies, can cause fatal kidney failure in cats within three days of ingestion. Signs of lily toxicity include lethargy, drooling, vomiting and loss of appetite, and signs of kidney damage begin 12 to 24 hours after ingestion. Immediate veterinary care is crucial if any part of a lily is ingested or if a cat is exposed to the pollen. Bringing the lily or a smartphone picture of it to the clinic will help veterinarians determine the plant's toxicity level, writes veterinary toxicologist Steve Hooser.
Full Story: Purdue University (3/27)

03/10/2026

I will be out if the office Friday, March 13th, 2026 (no not because it is Friday the 13th🤣🤣). The office will be open for called ahead medication refills and for scheduling appointments. I will be back in the office on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026.