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Central Carroll Animal Emergency

Urgent Care for animals CCAE is here to provide urgent care to our community. Our team is made up of skilled and compassionate professionals.

We are dedicated to serving the community who entrusts us with their Pet's health care needs.

08/27/2026

Happy National Dog Day! Comment below and share pictures of your canine companion! ❤️

08/22/2026

For immediate release: Raccoon in Westminster Tested Positive for Rabies.

According to the Carroll County Health Department, a raccoon in the Westminster area has tested positive for rabies. Animal Control was called to the Meadow Creek apartments on the morning of August 17, 2026, for an aggressive raccoon that came out of the woods near a small play area at the end of the parking lot. The raccoon was captured and euthanized, and tested positive for rabies.

The Health Department is concerned that other pets or people in the area may have been exposed to the infected raccoon before its death.

“Rabies exposure occurs through bites and scratches or saliva from the infected animal getting
into the eyes, nose, mouth, or a wound of a person or another animal,” said Joe Mancuso, Rabies
Program Manager at the Health Department.

Anyone who may have been exposed or whose pet may have been exposed to bites, scratches, or
saliva from this raccoon can call the Health Department at 410-876-1884 for a risk assessment.
Rabies is most often seen in raccoons, cats, skunks, foxes, groundhogs, and bats in Maryland, but
can sometimes be seen in other animals such as dogs, ferrets, deer, and even cows and other farm animals. “Observe wildlife and animals you don’t know from a distance, and keep your pets
vaccinated,” advised Mancuso. “If you see a sick or wounded animal, or one that is acting
strangely, call Animal Control at 410-848-4810.”

To keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe from rabies:
-Do not approach, handle, pet, or feed wild or stray animals.
-Have your dogs, cats, and ferrets vaccinated against rabies and keep their vaccinations
up-to-date. The Health Department’s next low-cost rabies vaccination clinic is Sunday,
September 20, 2-4 pm, at the Ag Center in Westminster. Learn more and register at
https://health.maryland.gov/carroll/Pages/Rabies.aspx
-Do not leave pets outside unattended or allow them to roam free.
-Cover garbage cans tightly and do not leave pet food outside.
-Teach children to stay away from wild animals and any animals that they do not know.
-Prevent bats from entering your home by using window screens and chimney caps.
Bats found in the home should be safely collected, if possible, and tested for rabies.
-If you or your pet have been bitten or scratched by a wild or stray animal, wash the
area with soap and water for several minutes. Keep your pet away from other people
and pets. Then call your physician or veterinarian and contact the Health
Department (410-876-1884).

For more information: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/Pages/rabies.aspx.

08/09/2026

Emergency medicine is serious business… so we soak up every minute when puppy snuggles are part of the day! 🐾❤️

07/26/2026

It's time for Staff Pets Sunday! Meet Andrew and his family -

🐾 Meet the crew:
- Feta, a 1-year-old Austrailian Shepard. She is sweet but crazy! Feta is afraid of other dogs but has no worries when it comes to livestock.
- The 5-chicken flock. They are used for egg production and go crazy for treats!

💗 Andrew says that the most rewarding part of owning pets is watching them grow as he raises them. He loves spending time and playing with Feta as well as taking the time to collect fresh eggs.

⚕ Andrew's tip for other pet owners is to take them to their regular vet appointments and checkups. Safely socialize your pets early - both with humans and other pets.

07/24/2026

It's time for our Case of the Week! Meet Rooster -

🐾 Rooster came to CCAE after getting hooked on a fishing lure. Many times, fishing lures can only be removed under sedation. Fortunately, Dr. Schulze was able to numb the area and remove the hook! We enjoyed helping this sweet boy! 💗

07/20/2026

It's time for Staff Pets Sunday! Meet Katie M.'s furry family -

🐾 Meet the crew:
- Rudy, a 1.5-year-old Staffordshire Terrier Mix who is sassy but loves everyone, especially other dogs and kids. She is training to be a diabetic alert dog.
- Harley & Clodge, the 9-year-old feline friends who were rescued in 2017. Harley is a couch potato who is very vocal. Clodge is basically a dog and enjoys doing parkour around the house.

💗 Katie says that the most rewarding part of being a pet owner is watching how their personalities change and how they rely on you just as much as you rely on them.

⚕ Katie's tip for other pet owners is to be consistent, start training early, and don't be afraid to ask for help. Start saving early because you never know when an emergency will happen!

07/17/2026

Air Quality Alert for Maryland Pet Owners

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires has reached Maryland, causing poor air quality and increased levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). These tiny particles can irritate both people and our pets, especially those with heart or lung disease.

🐾 Why should pet owners be concerned?
Poor air quality can make it harder for pets to breathe and may worsen underlying conditions such as:
• Asthma
• Chronic bronchitis
• Collapsing trachea
• Laryngeal paralysis
• Heart disease
• Brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds (Bulldogs, Pugs, Frenchies, etc.)

🐶 Signs to watch for:
• Increased coughing
• Sneezing
• Wheezing
• Rapid or labored breathing
• Excessive panting (especially at rest)
• Lethargy
• Eye or nasal discharge
• Decreased interest in exercise

🏡 How to protect your pets:
• Limit strenuous outdoor activity and keep walks short.
• Keep windows closed when possible.
• Run your air conditioning or a HEPA air purifier if available.
• Ensure fresh water is always available.
• Avoid outdoor play until air quality improves.

🚑 Seek veterinary care immediately if your pet is struggling to breathe, has blue or pale gums, collapses, or their respiratory effort significantly increases.

You can monitor your local Air Quality Index (AQI). Once the AQI reaches the Unhealthy range (AQI >150), it’s a good idea to minimize outdoor time for all pets. Sensitive pets may show signs even when the AQI is in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range (AQI 101–150).

Stay safe, Maryland!

07/10/2026

💕THANK YOU💕

We want to thank Central Carroll Animal Emergency for their amazing donation today! It is always wonderful when we can work together! Thank you so much for thinking of the animals at the Adams County SPCA

07/05/2026

It's Staff Pet Sunday! Meet Amanda's family -

🐾 Meet the crew:
- Sandi & Poki, the leopard geckos
- Baker, a 3-year-old orange tabby. He is Amanda's least problematic pet. He is content just lying in bed all day. The only things that disrupt his peace are strangers.
- Winter, a 9-month-old Siamese mix. She is a cuddle bug who loves people and just wants to be close to you.
- Rocky, a 6-year-old English Springer Spaniel. He is the first pet that Amanda ever got on her own, and he is her soul dog. He is extremely smart and loves to be outside chasing birds. He has bragging rights because Amanda has his eye tattooed on her arm, AND he was featured on a local wine bottle label!
- Puck, a 4-month-old Lab/Pitbull mix. He is the newest addition to the family. Besides his typical bad puppy behavior (jumping up, chewing, and barking) he is a great companion and is very food motivated. He is currently taking a puppy training class and is doing great! He is SO sweet!

💗 Amanda says that the most rewarding part of being a pet owner is the unconditional love they give you, even when you're far from perfect or just having a bad day.

⚕ Amanda's tip for other pet owners is to invest in pet insurance. When getting a pet, make sure you do your research on the breed to make sure that they're a good fit for your lifestyle.

Address

1030 Baltimore Boulevard, Ste 180
Westminster, MD
21157

Opening Hours

Monday	6pm - 1am
Tuesday	6pm - 1am
Wednesday	6pm - 1am
Thursday	6pm - 1am
Friday	6pm - 1am
Saturday	10am - 12am
Sunday	10am - 12am

Telephone

+14108712000

Website

http://www.ccanimalemergency.com/

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