Andrews Veterinary Hospital

01/10/2025

Due to inclement weather, Andrews Veterinary Hospital is closing early today, at 11:00AM due to potentially hazardous weather conditions and for the safety of both our clients and our staff.

01/10/2025

🌨️ Important Notice for Our Patients 🌨️
As of now, AVH will be OPEN tomorrow! However, we want to ensure the safety of our staff and patients. If bad weather hits and it becomes unsafe for our team to travel, this may change.

Additionally, there is a possibility we may need to close early if the weather conditions worsen throughout the day.

Please stay tuned for updates regarding any weather-related closings as we monitor the situation with the potential upcoming winter storms. Your safety is our top priority!
Thank you for your understanding! ❄️

01/09/2025

📸 Post-Neuter Healing in Style! 🐾

Check out one of our handsome patients, Finn, rocking his laser-safe safety glasses during his post-neuter therapeutic laser session! 😎✨ This advanced treatment not only helps speed up healing and reduce discomfort but also reduces inflammation, ensuring your pet feels their best after surgery.

(And let’s be honest, this angle is a lot more photogenic than the other end! 😉)

Did you know Therapeutic laser therapy is not only beneficial to surgery patients but can also help with recovery, pain relief, ear infections, and overall wellness! If you are interested in learning more or scheduling a laser treatment for your pet 📞 Call us to learn more.

01/09/2025

Our area is going to be having some frigid weather, here is some great info on keeping your pets safe.

Extreme cold weather is in the forecast for many parts of the US this week. Here are a few tips to ensure you keep your pets safe.

You can find more information - including tips for livestock owners - at avma.org/ColdWeather.

01/09/2025

01/08/2025

We all know that some cats can be highly opinioned. While not all cats are bad at taking medicine, some can provide quite a challenge.

POV: Your cat when you try to give them a pill. 😾💊 Let us know your funniest cat struggle moments in the comments!

01/07/2025

Our team is paws-itively amazing! 🐾 Meet Abby, who works hard every day to keep your pets healthy. ❤️ Say hi in the comments!

A little bit about the Awesome Abby: Abby is a Reidsville, NC native who grew up on a small farm surrounded by dogs, cats, goats, and horses, fostering her lifelong passion for animal care. She has been working in the veterinary field since 2015 and brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the AVH team.

Abby attended North Carolina State University, where she studied agricultural and animal sciences and met her husband, Nick. Abby and Nick share their home with a full and lively household of pets, including two cats, Pancake and Dexter, an Alaskan Malamute/Husky mix named Chinook, an Australian Shepherd/Poodle mix named Dahlia, and her new flock of chickens. Abby has a special love for Arctic dog breeds and is a strong advocate for adopting rescue animals, believing they make the best companions.

When she’s not at work, Abby enjoys horseback riding, painting, reading, and spending time outdoors. Whether she’s hiking with her husband and dogs, tending to her chickens, or exploring nature, Abby embraces an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Having worked closely with Dr. Baker for over four years in Eastern NC, Abby was thrilled to follow her to AVH and continue their partnership. She is proud to be part of the AVH team and looks forward to serving the community with compassionate care!

01/05/2025

January is Walk Your Pet Month! 🚶‍♂️🐾 Share a photo of your pet enjoying the outdoors. Let’s see those in the comments!

01/05/2025

When your dog hears the word ‘vet’ but remembers we have treats. 🍖🐶 🐾

01/02/2025

New Year, Same Amazing Pets! 🐾 Let’s start 2025 with a commitment to keeping our furry friends happy and healthy. Schedule a wellness check today!

🩺🐾 Annual wellness visits are vital for your furry friends! These check-ups ensure your pets are happy, healthy, and free from hidden issues. Early detection of health problems can make all the difference! 💕 Schedule their yearly exam today—because they deserve the best care. ❤️

01/02/2025

Hi everyone,

We just wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you for all the love, support, and kind words you’ve sent Dr. Baker over the past several days. Losing her mom has been such a tough time, but your messages and well wishes have truly meant the world to her (and to all of us here at the hospital!).

We’re happy to let you know that Dr. Baker is back at work, doing what she loves—caring for your amazing pets. With that, Andrews Veterinary Hospital is back to our regular office hours, and we’re ready to see you and your furry friends again.

Thank you for being such an incredible community. It’s moments like these that remind us how lucky we are to have you all as part of the Andrews Vet family.

Take care,
The Team at Andrews Veterinary Hospital

01/01/2025

Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!

12/27/2024

AVH will be closed on Tuesday December 31st-Wednesday January 1st. If you are in need of any prescription refills please make sure you call the office and arrange pick up by Monday, December 30th.

12/27/2024

💖 In Loving Memory of Judy Ballance Baker 💖

Today, our hearts are heavy as we share the news of the passing of Dr. Shanna Baker's beloved mother, Judy Ballance Baker. While none of us at Andrews Veterinary Hospital had the privilege of meeting Judy, we have witnessed the profound love and admiration Dr. Baker has for her. It is clear that Judy was an incredible woman who played a significant role in shaping the person we know and cherish today.

As a close-knit team team/family, we stand together in support of Dr. Baker during this difficult time. We invite you to join us in honoring Judy's memory. You can read her obituary and reflect on the beautiful life she lived by following this link: https://www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Judy-Ballance-Baker?obId=34211919

Dr. Baker, please know that your AVH family is here for you, holding you in our thoughts and prayers. We are united in love and support as we remember the wonderful impact Judy had on your life and the lives of those around her. 🌹

View Judy Ballance Baker's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

12/23/2024

In observance of the Christmas Holiday, Andrews Veterinary Hospital will be closed on December 24- December 25th.

If you are in need of an emergency veterinarian please visit one of our recommended Emergency Referral Partners- https://andrewsveterinaryhospital.com/emergency/

12/20/2024

Update: the puppy was reunited with their family

Found Puppy in the Andrews area- call Jeanie at 828-342-5452.

Courtesy posting- Found Male Puppy Bernese Mountain Dog (Mix?). Very sweet and friendly and well cared looking. I am sure that someone is missing this little guy. He wandered into someone's home and they can not keep him.

If he is your or if you have any information about him please call Jeanie at 828-342-5452.

12/17/2024

Courtesy Posting:
This is Kayah. She is a Husky/Malamute/Wolf mix, and is 3 yo. She is wearing a pink collar with her name and the owner's phone number. She is also microchipped.

She is a large dog, almost 100 #, and is very friendly. From far away, she does have the appearance and gait of a wolf, but she is not dangerous!!

She went missing on 12/15/24, and we live in Nantahala close to the intersection of Junaluska and Wayah Roads.

Please call if you've seen her; Susie Weikle @ 770-842-1360 or Randy Weikle @ 678-642-5506.