Alpine Animal Hospital

09/01/2025

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, Alpine Animal Hospital is closed today.
In case of pet emergency, please contact local emergency care hospitals: the WSU-VTH in Pullman at (509) 335-0711 or Viking Veterinary Hospital in Moscow at (208) 261-7797. Our normal hours resume tomorrow morning at 8am.

08/29/2025

Fun Fact Friday - Did you know that many health hazards lurk in bodies of water?? Common ones world-wide include Giardia and Leptospirosis, but have you heard of Salmon Poisoning Disease? This is a potentially deadly infection caused by a parasitic fluke encountered when dogs eat raw or undercooked salmon, steelhead, trout or Pacific giant salamanders found in the Pacific NW. Signs of infection include high fever, depression, vomiting and diarrhea. Be sure to request an appointment right away if your dog shows any of these symptoms!

Owners should be aware of a deadly dog disease, called salmon poisoning disease, which is most commonly found in the Pacific Northwest.

08/28/2025

Inflation is having an impact on veterinary medical supplies, medications, hospital utilities, and employee costs, pushing the cost of veterinary care up. However, pet owners can take steps to mitigate rising costs. "If you start on them on pet health insurance when they're young and you carry it through their life, pet health insurance will help you if a catastrophic event happens," said AVMA President Michael Q. Bailey.
Compare pet insurance coverage from available companies at Pawlicy.com and choose the plan that's right for you & your pet.

08/27/2025

Welcome to Hayden, one of our newer veterinary assistants. Her kindness and compassion for our patients and their owners are assets, and we are excited for you & your pet to meet her the next time you're in!

08/26/2025

Happy National Dog Day!! 🐕🐾🐩❤🐶 We love these dog-related quotes.
What else would you say about the joy of having a dog in your life? Share in the comments below👇🏼, along with a photo of the dog(s) you are celebrating today!

08/25/2025

Dr. Barrett's varied interests in vet med are inspiring! She dearly loves birds and avian & exotic animal medicine, is highly skilled in dentistry & oral surgery, and is completing an Integrative Medicine Master's Degree program for certifications in acupuncture, physical rehabilitation & therapy, and chiropractic veterinary care. We are so thrilled have her passion and knowledge on our team. ❤🦜

08/22/2025

Fun Fact Friday! Did you know that today, August 22nd, is National Take Your Cat To The Vet Day?? 😸 This important designation reminds cat owners the importance of annual or semi-annual check-ups to identify emerging health or behavioral concerns in their feline friends. Regular check-ups help keep your cat happy & healthy.

08/21/2025

⚠️📢ATTENTION: 📢⚠️Whitman County Public Health has issued a Health Advisory for the presence of a harmful algal bloom in the Snake River. This is in response to a water sample taken near Nisqually John Landing on 8/18/2025. Results were received on 8/21/2025 and indicate that the water sample tested positive for microcystins, a type of liver toxin. The harmful algal bloom is located intermittently in the stretch of river between Nisqually John Landing and Little Goose Dam. Residents are reminded that blooms occurring in river systems may migrate as they follow the river currents. Areas of water with visible scum on the surface of the water should be avoided. Sample results will be updated weekly or bi-weekly at www.whitmancountypublichealth.org/environmental-
health/hazards-and-toxics/algal-blooms throughout the duration of the bloom.

08/21/2025

Meet another one of our awesome veterinary assistants, Emily! Emily has been with us for two years and has learned so much over that time. She is a skilled assistant with an amazing commitment to excellence in patient nursing care and patient & staff safety.

08/20/2025

You may wonder...do we ever get sick of seeing cute puppies and kittens? NO. No, we don't. They still fill us with joy and wonder.

08/20/2025

😻