Fidalgo Animal Medical Center

09/22/2024

Today marks the first day of autumn, can you believe it?! What are your pet's favorite seasonal activities to do?

09/20/2024

The Ace of Hearts dog park will be closed for maintenance on Friday. Please do not enter the park while work is being performed. Thank you!

09/20/2024

We want to know! What is your favorite or go-to pet-themed meme?

09/18/2024

What other places would you add to our list?

09/16/2024

We don't take pain in pets lightly! We have the latest pain management therapies and products to make your pet comfortable.

Contact us ASAP if you detect that your pet is in pain.

09/14/2024

09/13/2024

It's ok if it changes after you share your answer. 😂

09/12/2024

This weeks digital version of the Clamdigger is LIVE on our website!
The cover belongs to Fidalgo Animal Medical Center 🐾!

09/09/2024

Pet insurance is a tool we recommend all pet owners consider to help combat the rising costs of pet care and prevent the cost.

Here is a list of companies we trust and feel may best fit you.

Save this list for later!

09/06/2024

Does it include taking a road trip or visiting a dog-friendly beach? What are your best guesses?

09/04/2024

We're so grateful for your kind words and honored to be able to serve you and your pet!

Are you looking for a new vet? We'd love to serve you!

Come check out what we are about by visiting our website at www.fidalgovets.com!

09/02/2024

Do you know the signs of pain in your pet?

Check out this list and let us know if these signs surprised you.

08/30/2024

Congratulations! What did you win?

08/28/2024

Heat exposure awareness is crucial to summer safety for pets.

If you know your pet is going to be outdoors, help them chill out by creating a cool and comfortable environment by providing shady areas🕶️, using fans or air conditioning🍃, and offering cooling mats or damp towels for them to lie on.

Let's help our pets beat the heat and stay comfortable.

Post a picture below of your pet's summer setup!

08/26/2024

Dehydration is a very serious condition that is more common during the summer months and can lead to more complicated issues if left untreated.

What are some ways you keep your pet cool during the heat?

08/23/2024

Would you give them the same name?

08/21/2024

Happy Wednesday! Did you know annual wellness visits are crucial for your pet's health?

Regular check-ups help catch potential issues early and keep your furry friend in tip-top shape.

Call us at (360) 293-2186 to schedule your pet's annual visit today!

08/19/2024

At FAMC, we believe that preventative care is also the most cost-effective approach to your pet’s health in the long-run!

Got questions on what this looks like for your pet? Contact us today!

08/16/2024

Drop your answers here!

08/16/2024

We love T-Bone!!

08/14/2024

We can help you choose the right product for your pet.

Just reach out and we'd be glad to help!

08/12/2024

Summer is a great time for outdoor activities, but it's important to keep our pets safe.

Check out these safe outdoor activities for pets:

☀️Have a Sprinkler/Kiddie Pool Day: If your furry family member loves the water, this activity is for you! Hook up a sprinkler, fill up the kiddie pool, and watch your best friend have a blast while staying cool.

☀️Make Frozen Fruit/Veggie Bowl: This idea is great for our friends who love a challenge!

Fill a bowl with your pet's favorite fruit and veggies (make sure they are safe food options) and pop it in the freezer overnight. The next day your curious friend will have hours of interactive play ready for them.

☀️Outdoor Pet Paint Party: This fun summer activity is open to everyone.

You'll need a small canvas, a gallon-sized Ziplock bag, and your colored paint. Start by placing dollops of different colored paints all over your canvas.

For an extra touch, you can create a design using painter's tape before adding the paint. Carefully place your painted canvas inside the Ziplock bag and seal it tightly. Spread some peanut butter on the outside of the bag.

As your pet enjoys their tasty treat, they'll be creating a unique piece of artwork for you to cherish forever. It's a simple, enjoyable way to make lasting memories and beautiful art with your furry friend!

☀️Enjoy a Picnic Together: Fall is right around the corner, making now the perfect time to enjoy a summer picnic with your furry friend.

If you give these a try, let us know below!

08/11/2024

Public Alert: Bat on Whidbey Island found to have rabies

Following the discovery of a bat that tested positive for rabies in North Whidbey, Island County Public Health is reminding people to exercise caution when encountering wild animals.

On Thursday Aug. 1, a Whidbey Island resident discovered a big brown bat (Eptesicus fuscus) outside their home. A second county resident was exposed to rabies through a small bite received from the bat. That resident is receiving appropriate post-exposure vaccination and is doing well.

The bat in question was brought into Island County Public Health and was found to be positive for rabies. Between 3-10% of bats submitted for testing are found to be rabid. Bats tested for rabies are more likely to test positive for rabies because they tend to be sick or to come into contact with a person or other animal. Less than 1% of bats in the wild are infected with rabies.

In this and other disease control efforts, Island County Public Health is committed to collaborating with healthcare and prevention partners across the county.

Bats are an important part of our ecosystem, but they can also carry rabies and people should avoid contact with them. In Washington, they are the only known mammal to carry rabies, but can transmit rabies to other mammals in the state. This is the fourth case of bat rabies reported in Washington state this year. https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/rabies/rabies-activity-washington

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) offers the following tips for avoiding exposure to rabies:
• Do not touch or handle wild animals, especially bats, and teach your children never to touch or handle bats, even dead ones
• Have your children tell an adult if they find a bat at home, at school, or with a pet. If you see a wild animal, leave it alone
• Report wildlife observations or ill or dead animals to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife; https://wdfw.wa.gov/get-involved/report-observations
• Do not feed wild animals or try to keep them as pets
• Keep bats out of your living space by bat-proofing your home, and
• Protect your pets and yourself by getting them vaccinated against rabies on a schedule recommended by a veterinarian. Dogs, cats, and ferrets are required to be up to date on the rabies vaccine in Washington state. https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/illness-and-disease-z/rabies/rabies-vaccination-requirements-pets

Find local prevention and contact information by visiting the Island County Public Health Rabies and Zoonotic Disease webpage https://www.islandcountywa.gov/624/Zoonotics-and-Rabies

If you find a bat in your living space or believe you or a family member may have touched a bat, or have been bitten or scratched by one, wash the area with soap and water. Contact your medical provider and call Island County Public Health at 360-679-7350.

Learn more about how to safely capture a bat.https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/Documents/Pubs/420-190-BatTransportInstructions.pdf

On its website, the Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife offers information about Living with Wildlife: Bats.https://wdfw.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/00605/wdfw00605.pdf

• For more information, contact Jamie Hamilton at [email protected]

08/09/2024

Ever wondered how unique your pet’s name is?

Tell us your pet’s name, and we’ll check our database to see how popular it is!

Don’t forget to include a picture of your adorable pet.

Let’s see who has the most unique pet name out there! Ready, set, go!