Lebanon Animal Hospital

05/28/2026

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Pet owners, beware! Even with your best efforts, your furry friend may be at risk of toxin exposure.

🚫 Each year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center gets numerous phone calls from pet owners concerned about their pets' health due to exposure to harmful substances.

😢 Stay alert and keep your pets safe by taking extra measures to prevent accidental exposure!🐶🐱

05/26/2026

🐶Did you know that blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are the primary carriers of Lyme disease? This vector-borne bacterial infection can cause chronic health issues, including painful joint swelling and inflammation, heart damage, kidney failure, and neurologic problems.

Protect your pet and yourself from this debilitating condition by contacting us at (615) 444-4422. Stay informed and keep your furry friend healthy! 🦟

05/22/2026

We will be closed Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th!

05/21/2026

🐾🏥 Did you know that a lack of physical and mental activity can lead to medical problems for your furry friend? Cats who lack environmental enrichment are more likely to develop feline idiopathic cystitis, which causes bladder inflammation and inappropriate urination.

🙀😿 Bored pets may also lick excessively and develop hair loss, sores, and skin infections. Don't let your pet suffer from a lack of stimulation! Call (615) 444-4422 to talk to your veterinarian about ways to keep your pet happy and healthy.

05/19/2026

Dogs may use their body language to communicate aggression or discomfort. Aggressive displays can escalate quickly and can cause harm to other dogs or people. As pet owners, it’s important to recognize the signs and take action to prevent any harm.

🐶 Stiff, tall posture

🐶 Raised hackles

🐶 Rigid limbs

🐶 Erect ears

🐶 Fixed stare with a hard focus

🐶 Stiff, raised tail that may be wagging

🐶 Bared teeth

🐶 Vocalization (i.e., growling and short, loud barks)

05/14/2026

🍫 CHOCOLATE may be sweet for us, but it's TOXIC for our furry friends!

😿 If your pet ingests even a SMALL amount of chocolate, they can get severely ill due to the presence of caffeine and theobromine.

🤢 Keep an eye out for these signs and symptoms of chocolate toxicity and seek immediate help if you notice any!👀

05/12/2026

Many pet owners assume that bad breath is normal, but it can actually be a sign of periodontal disease. Our team is here to help you understand the condition and what you can do to prevent it from developing in your furry friend.

Call us, today, to schedule a dental check up for your pet! (615) 444-4422

05/08/2026

Auto-immune blood diseases like IMHA and ITP can take a healthy-seeming pet and produce a genuine emergency in just a few days. The early signs whisper rather than shout: mild fatigue, slightly less appetite, pale gums. As Wilson County's longest-running animal hospital and the only AAHA-accredited practice in Lebanon, we know how much accurate, prompt diagnosis matters with these conditions. Our newest piece walks through what to watch for, why tick-borne infections are so often involved, and what diagnosis and treatment actually look like at Lebanon Animal Hospital.

When the Immune System Attacks the Blood: IMHA, ITP, and What to Expect Most of the time, your pet's immune system is the reason they stay healthy. It identifies threats, eliminates them, and leaves normal tissue alone. But in a subset of cases, that system misfires in a serious way: it begins targe...

05/07/2026

Tired of your dog's barking? Try using the "incompatible behavior" training method to help your furry friend learn to be quiet. The idea is to reward your dog for engaging in behaviors that are incompatible with barking, such as playing with a toy or going to their bed.

First, teach your dog the new behavior in a quiet and distraction-free environment. Make it a game and reward them generously for a correct performance. Once they have learned the behavior, start practicing it in areas where they usually bark, such as near a window or at the front door.

Gradually increase the level of difficulty by introducing distractions and cueing your dog to engage in the new behavior as soon as they get distracted. Over time, your dog will learn to associate the new behavior with being quiet, and the barking will decrease.

Remember to be patient and consistent with your training. With a little effort, you can help your dog become a well-behaved and peaceful member of your household.

05/05/2026

🐾🦊🦝🦡🐺 Did you know that wildlife like raccoons, skunks, foxes, and coyotes can transmit dangerous diseases like rabies and distemper to your pets? Protect your furry friend by getting them vaccinated!