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Associated Veterinary Medical Center is proud to be an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

Our accreditation demonstrates our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. AAHA regularly evaluates our hospital to ensure that we comply with the association’s standards for facilities, equipment, and quality procedures. AAHA standards are recognized around the world as the benchmark for quality care in veterinary medicine.

10/28/2026

🎃 No Tricks, Just Treats! Halloween Pet Safety Tips!

Halloween is almost here, and while costumes, candy, and spooky surprises are part of the fun for us, they can present some unexpected dangers for our four-legged friends!

Whether your pet is joining in the festivities or watching the trick-or-treaters from the couch, a few simple precautions can help keep them safe! 🧡

👻 Keep the candy out of reach! Chocolate and products containing xylitol (sometimes labeled birch sugar) can be toxic to pets. Candy wrappers can also cause digestive problems.

🎃 Choose costumes carefully. If your pet wears a costume, make sure it doesn't restrict movement, breathing, or vision. If your pet isn't comfortable wearing a costume, it's perfectly okay to skip the dress-up fun!

🚪 Watch those open doors! With trick-or-treaters coming and going, even normally calm pets may become frightened or slip outside. Make sure microchip information and ID tags are up to date!

🕯️ Be mindful of decorations. Keep candles, electrical cords, and small decorations away from curious paws and mouths.

🐱 Create a quiet retreat. A comfortable space away from the doorbell, visitors, and unfamiliar sounds can help reduce stress for both dogs and cats.

🧡 Remember, a safe Halloween is a happy Halloween!

If you suspect your pet has eaten something dangerous, contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary hospital right away. Don't wait for symptoms to appear.

From all of us at AVMC, have a safe and happy Halloween!

10/27/2026

🎉 We are celebrating another successful AAHA Evaluation!

It takes a team, and we're incredibly proud to share that Associated Veterinary Medical Center has successfully passed another AAHA accreditation evaluation! ❤️

Since January 1, 1981, AVMC has proudly maintained accreditation through the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), reflecting our longstanding commitment to providing high-quality veterinary care to the pets and families of Walla Walla.

🩺 What does AAHA accreditation mean for your pet?

It means our hospital is evaluated against rigorous standards covering important aspects of veterinary care, from patient safety and medical protocols to diagnostics, anesthesia, and more.

And here's something we're especially proud of: Of AAHA's 4,187 accredited practices, only 465 have maintained accreditation since 1981! That's a distinction shared by approximately 11% of currently accredited practices.

💛 But achievements like this don't happen because of one person. They take an entire team.

Behind every successful evaluation are the dedicated people who make AVMC what it is. Every team member, every responsibility, and every act of compassion contributes to the high standards we've proudly upheld for more than four decades.

To our incredible team: Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to doing what's best for our patients. And to our community: Thank you for trusting us with their care.

Here's to continuing a tradition of excellence, together!

💻 Learn more about what AAHA accreditation means for your pet: https://avmcww.com/aaha-accreditation/

10/22/2026

🔎🐷 The Case of the Missing Pig: A Max Mystery!

When Max the Pug wasn't feeling well and began vomiting, his family knew something wasn't right. A trip to AVMC and some X-rays revealed a rather unexpected discovery... a little piggy's head! 👀🩻

Max had swallowed part of a toy, and thankfully, by the time we took his X-rays, the foreign object appeared to have made its way into his colon.

After a night of supportive care and fluids, Max safely passed the toy head and is doing great! ❤️

🚨 But here's why Max's story is so important:

Swallowed toys, bones, fabric, and other foreign objects can become lodged in the digestive tract, potentially causing dangerous blockages that require emergency surgery.

When should you seek veterinary care?

🐾 Urgent: If you know or suspect your pet swallowed something they shouldn't have, contact your veterinary team right away, even if they're acting normally.

🚨 Emergency: Repeated vomiting, a painful or swollen abdomen, severe lethargy, collapse, or an inability to keep food or water down can indicate a serious problem requiring immediate emergency care.

Don't wait for symptoms to appear! Some foreign objects can cause serious complications before obvious signs develop, and early intervention may provide more treatment options.

We're so glad Max's mystery had a happy ending! 💙

🐷 And pet parents, has your curious companion ever gotten into something they shouldn't have?

10/19/2026

💜 Remember Poppy? In honor of Pet Obesity Awareness Month, we're sharing Poppy's success story once again!

When Poppy visited us in August, she had something worth celebrating: she'd lost over 10 pounds in just six months! 🎉

With dedication, consistency, and healthy changes at home, Poppy's family made wonderful progress toward helping her reach a healthier weight!

But how do you know if your pet is at a healthy weight?

One helpful tool is a Body Condition Score (BCS), which looks beyond the number on the scale. Using a 9-point system, it considers things like how easily you can feel your pet's ribs, whether they have a visible waist, and their overall body shape.

👀 Curious about your pet's body condition? Check out these helpful guides from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA):

🐶 Dogs:https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Body-Condition-Score-Dog.pdf

🐱 Cats:https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Body-Condition-Score-cat-updated-August-2020.pdf

Every pet is different! Before making changes to your pet's diet or exercise, talk with our veterinary team. We're happy to help you find an approach that supports their individual needs. 💜

Let's give Poppy and her family another round of applause! 👏🐶

10/13/2026

New town. New vet. Same good boy!

Meet Boba, our newest cross-country cutie who recently moved all the way from New Jersey to Walla Walla with his family! 🏡❤️

Boba was all smiles (and very polite!) during his first visit to AVMC. Along with his rabies vaccine, we discussed heartworm testing and local pet licensing requirements to help him settle into his new home.

🩺 Did you know? Moving to a new area can mean different health risks and pet care requirements. Heartworm disease is especially prevalent in many parts of the East Coast, making it important to review your pet's testing and prevention history when relocating.

And in Walla Walla, a current rabies vaccination is an important part of meeting local dog licensing requirements!

❤️ We're so happy to welcome Boba and his family to the AVMC family!

Help us give this handsome boy a warm Walla Walla welcome in the comments!

10/07/2026

🏠 From foster to forever... meet Pearl and her person, Betsy!

Pearl arrived at Blue Mountain Humane Society as a stray in very poor condition, unable to bear weight on her left hind leg and with abnormalities in her left front leg. With no known history, the BMHS team turned to AVMC for X-rays and consultation.

X-rays revealed several old, severe fractures, including significant damage to Pearl’s left hind leg that was beyond repair. Before moving forward with amputation, BMHS needed to know Pearl could comfortably rely on her other three legs. That’s when Betsy, a longtime AVMC client and experienced foster, stepped in to give Pearl a safe place to recover and be monitored.

Pearl quickly showed everyone just how resilient she was. After consultation with Dr. Perkins, BMHS moved forward with removing her painful left hind leg.

And somewhere along the way, fostering turned into forever. ❤️ Betsy officially adopted Pearl the very same day as her amputation!

Today, Pearl is back at AVMC for her complimentary BMHS exam and follow-up care, and three legs certainly haven't slowed her down. Betsy jokes, “I should name her Rocket with how much she zooms around!” 🚀

Betsy has been part of the AVMC family for more than 20 years and has opened her home to so many dogs along the way, making this happy ending extra special.

We’re grateful for the work Blue Mountain Humane Society does for animals like Pearl and happy to play a small part in helping them get the care they need.

💻 Learn More About Blue Mountain Humane Society: https://www.bluemountainhumane.org/

10/01/2026

🔬 What’s making Paquito itch? The answer was hiding under the microscope!

Paquito came to AVMC for his neuter, but mild itching and areas of hair loss prompted our team to take a closer look. A skin scraping revealed an overgrowth of Demodex mites, microscopic parasites that live in the hair follicles.

Paquito was already on parasite prevention, but not all preventives protect against the same parasites. His current product didn’t provide coverage for Demodex, so his prevention plan was adjusted to help treat the overgrowth.

🐾 Paquito’s story is an important reminder:

• Parasite prevention matters year-round, even as temperatures cool.

• Indoor pets need protection, too. Parasite risk isn’t limited to pets who spend their days outdoors.

• Coverage matters. Different products protect against different combinations of fleas, ticks, heartworms, mites, and other parasites.

The goal is finding the right protection for your individual pet and lifestyle.

💚 Not sure what your pet’s current prevention covers? Ask our team! We’re happy to help.

09/24/2026

Meet Fart, our CSR Taylor’s outdoor shop kitty who loves exploring and hunting. In early August, Taylor noticed Fart limping on his left front leg. A visit to AVMC and X-rays revealed the culprit: a fractured ulna, one of the two long bones that make up the forearm.

Following a recommendation from Dr. Petersen, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Fart spent four weeks in a splint with pain management and strict kennel rest. He needed a few splint changes along the way to keep everything properly positioned, but he was a very good patient through it all!

Fart also received K-Laser therapy with Nicole as part of his recovery. This non-invasive treatment uses therapeutic light to help reduce pain and inflammation, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural healing process.

And the good news? 🎉 Follow-up X-rays showed his fracture was healing well enough for the splint to come OFF!

Under Dr. Boyd’s care, Fart will continue pain management and kennel rest before gradually getting a little more freedom. If everything continues as planned, he’ll hopefully be back outside doing what he loves soon! 🐈‍⬛🌿🌲

Way to go, Fart! It turns out... you can't keep a good Fart down! Drop him some love for being such a great patient. 💜

09/17/2026

There’s nothing quite like a first puppy visit, especially when the new patient is as sweet as this girl! 8-week-old Pearl recently stopped by AVMC to meet the team, get lots of attention, and start getting comfortable with visits to the vet. Judging by these photos, she handled her big day like a pro. 🥹❤️

And there’s a sweet story behind her name. Pearl’s family, Scott and Amy, are celebrating 30 years of marriage, traditionally known as the pearl anniversary. With a milestone like that, “Pearl” felt like the perfect name for their newest little family member.

We loved getting to meet her and can’t wait to watch this little girl grow!

💬 Does your pet have a special story behind their name? Share it with us in the comments. Bonus points for a photo! 📸

09/14/2026

In Walla Walla, grapes are part of the landscape, and this time of year, they may be easier for a curious dog to encounter. But exposure doesn’t only happen outdoors. 🍇

Recently, we’ve seen dogs get into store-bought grapes inside the home, as well as grapes growing nearby, including vines that have made their way through a neighbor’s fence.

It’s an important reminder that accidents can happen. Even the most observant pet caregiver can have a dog who is quicker than expected, grabs something that fell on the floor, gets into a grocery bag, or discovers something growing within reach.

⚠️ What dog owners should know:
• Grapes and raisins can cause serious kidney injury in dogs.
• Any variety can pose a risk, including seeded and seedless grapes.
• Toxicity is unpredictable. There is no reliable amount considered safe for every dog.
• Early signs can include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, lethargy, or abdominal discomfort. Changes in thirst or urination may occur as kidney problems develop.

If you know or suspect your dog ate grapes or raisins, don’t wait for symptoms. Contact our veterinary team, an emergency veterinarian, or a pet poison control service right away.

Even with careful supervision, accidental exposures can happen. Knowing the risk and seeking veterinary care promptly can make an important difference. ❤️

As grape season continues around Walla Walla, take a moment to check kitchen counters, grocery bags, yards, fences, and neighboring plants for grapes a curious pup might be able to reach.

📲 Text AVMC: 509-566-9786
☎️ ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435 ***Available 24/7. A consultation fee may apply.***

Address

208 Wildwood Street
Walla Walla, WA
99362

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	7:30am - 6pm
Friday	7:30am - 6pm

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+15095252502

Website

http://www.avmcww.com/

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