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Companion Animal Care DVM

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Companion Animal Care DVM

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Dr. Alford and Dr. Buxton are dedicated to treating every patient like a member of the family. David B. Please come and tour our facility anytime.
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We offer compassionate, high quality veterinary medicine for North Alabama. We aim to make pet care easy and stress-free for your small and exotic pets. Alford, DVM

Our task is to provide excellent quality, compassionate care, and life-long health for your pet. We look forward to welcoming you and your four-legged friends to our animal family. We have an exceptional staff of talented doctors and support technicians with particular interests in all aspects of animal care. Our family-oriented staff is committed to providing you with state of the art veterinary care while maintaining an atmosphere of respect, support, and continued education. We offer a complete range of veterinary services, including vaccinations, routine, major, and emergency medical, surgical, and dental services. There is also hospitalization, critical care, grooming and boarding available. We look forward to meeting you, and serving you and your pets' needs.

10/31/2026

Spaying or neutering can provide important health and population-control benefits, but the best timing isn't necessarily identical for every pet.

Age, breed, size, health, and individual risk factors can all play a role in deciding when to perform the procedure.

Have questions about what's appropriate for your pet? Call 256-837-3600 to talk with our team.

10/29/2026

Why are some dogs obsessed with socks? They’re soft, easy to carry, and smell strongly like their favorite humans. Just remember that socks can become dangerous if swallowed and may cause an intestinal blockage. If your dog eats a sock or another nonfood object, contact us at 256-837-3600.

10/27/2026

Collars and ID tags are important, but they can break or become lost. A microchip provides permanent identification that stays with your pet.

There's one important catch: your contact information needs to stay current in the microchip registry. If you've recently moved or changed phone numbers, take a moment to update it.

Interested in microchipping your pet? Call 256-837-3600.

10/26/2026

Heartworm disease can cause lasting damage to the heart, lungs, and blood vessels, and infected pets may not show obvious symptoms early on.

The good news is that heartworm disease is preventable. Staying consistent with veterinarian-recommended prevention and testing gives your pet important protection against this mosquito-borne disease.

Have questions about heartworm testing or prevention? Call 256-837-3600.

10/23/2026

Every pet has a personality all their own, but behavior can also tell us quite a bit about their wellbeing. Changes in energy, appetite, sleep, sociability, or normal routines are worth paying attention to, especially when they appear suddenly. If something about your pet seems different, call 256-837-3600. Now describe your pet using only emojis!

10/22/2026

Dental chews can be a helpful addition to your pet's oral-care routine, but they shouldn't completely replace toothbrushing.

Regular brushing helps disrupt plaque before it hardens into tartar. For extra support, ask your veterinarian about dental products that are appropriate for your pet.

Need help getting started with at-home dental care? Call 256-837-3600.

10/20/2026

Those little treats can add up faster than you think!

Treats should complement a nutritionally balanced diet, not become a major source of daily calories. Keep portions small and remember that chews, table scraps, and training rewards all count toward your dog's daily intake.

Concerned about your pet's weight or nutrition? Call 256-837-3600.

10/19/2026

Big or little, every dog has individual needs. Size and breed can influence exercise requirements, nutrition, joint health, dental care, and even how quickly a dog ages. Whatever size pup has your heart, routine veterinary care helps keep them feeling their best. Call 256-837-3600 to schedule a visit.

10/16/2026

Sometimes gradual weight gain is hard to notice when you see your pet every day.

A healthy body condition involves more than the number on the scale. Your veterinarian can evaluate your pet's ribs, waist, body shape, muscle condition, age, and lifestyle to determine an appropriate weight range.

Wondering where your pet falls? Call 256-837-3600 to schedule a wellness visit.

10/15/2026

Dogs don't always show stress by barking or trying to escape. Their signals can be much more subtle.

Repeated yawning, lip licking, turning away, trembling, tucked tails, flattened ears, or suddenly refusing treats may all be ways your dog is communicating discomfort.

Learning to recognize those early signals allows us to make experiences more comfortable. Have concerns about your dog's behavior or anxiety? Call 256-837-3600.

Address

7945 Highway 72 W
Madison, AL
35758

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	7am - 5:30pm
Thursday	7am - 5:30pm
Friday	7am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Website

http://www.theanimalvet.com/

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