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It’s Friday and you know what that means? We have the Friday sillies again and are ready for the weekend! It’s gonna be a warm one! 😎
Kettle 🐰got neutered and is enjoying some extra snuggles from Bree while recovering from anesthesia and getting photobombed by Dr. McMullan! 📸
It's Veterinary Appreciation Day! Let's be real though, we appreciate our vets EVERYDAY! Thank you Dr. McMullan, Dr. Golden & Dr. Jiamachello for all that you do for our patients. Thank you to our RVTs & assistants for being the absolute best advocates for our patients. Katie W, Amy, Aubrey, Heather, Jemmy, Katie D, Sam & Ava - y'all are the best. And to the women that answer all the phone calls, and help each of you when you walk in the door - we couldn't make it through the day without you. Thank you Taylor, Alexis & Bree for welcoming our clients in each and every day.
Happy Father's Day to all the dads! A special shoutout to our #1 Dad, Dr. McMullan!
We were having too much fun moving into this weekend! Doc snagged a selfie with Salem yesterday, which the paparazzi accidentally photobombed. 📸
We would like to take a minute to wish JC a happy birthday! Today, she turns 9 years old. 🎉
She’s been a member of the Pinnacle family since she was 11 months old. We were lucky to get to spend her birthday with her and hope that when she gets home she gets to chase all the chickens!🐓
Losing your best friend isn't ever easy. Today we want to take a moment to remember the pets that we've had and lost. Share your memories with us today.
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“We deserve to experience love fully, equally, without shame, and without compromise.” - Elliot Page
Happy Pride month🏳️🌈 from the entire Pinnacle family, Bb and Jax! 🏳️⚧️
We are closed Monday, May 27th, Memorial Day 2024.
We will take this weekend to honor those who fought for our freedom and lost their lives men, women & canines.
We take this time to remember the family members and friends of those who paid the ultimate price.
Is it a teddy bear? An otter? A squirrel? Lyla is actually a ferret, but just as adorable as the others. She is super curious, sweet, playful and active. Lyla and her sister Wren are here for exams with Dr. McMullan and they belong to one of our CSRs, Bree.
Today we had a visit from poor little Reagan. She was gagging this morning and had been a little lethargic. About 15 mins prior to bringing her in she began sneezing blood. 🤧After taking a quick look into her nose we spotted the problem! Dr. McMullan pulled out this 3.25 inch piece of grass out of her nostril! 🌱The sneezing seems to have immediately resolved and she seems to be feeling more like herself already!
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms in our lives. We want to shout out specifically Ann-Marie, Stephanie, Katie, Dr. J and Taylor!
Stuck inside on a rainy day? Here’s something to do! ☔️It’s the last day to vote for us for Best of WNC!
Go to the following link to vote for us for Best Veterinarian and for best overall Veterinary Services!
As always, we love our clients and patients and really appreciate your vote! 🤩
https://mountainx.com/bestofwnc/
We get to see lots of cute animals working at an animal hospital…. But we rarely get to see the level of “baby bunny with no ears cute”. This little guys name is Ph”earless”. Clever, right? 👂🏻
We aren’t sure why he was born without ears but we do know he appears healthy and happy and when he hops he looks like a jumping hairball.
Have you ever seen anything cuter? 😍
Two very exciting events this week! Today is National Hairball awareness day! (Very exciting, we know.) AND tomorrow is Carl’s 9th birthday! (Our retired clinic cat! 🥳) Woo! Happy birthday Carl!
First off, a hairball is “a cylindrical mass of hair that is regurgitated from the stomach of a cat.” The barbs on cats tongues collect the undercoat as they clean themselves. The hair then MOSTLY passes into the litterbox. 💩
If your cat has frequent hairballs we reccomend more frequent brushing, hairball specific diets, and there are even some oral lubricants such as Laxatone that can help.
Spring has sprung. As allergies are hopping, and the weather is confused, spend a few minutes voting for your WNC favorites at Mountain Express's Best of WNC! https://mountainx.com/bestofwnc/
We'd be honored if you voted Pinnacle Animal Hospital as your favorite animal/veterinary hospital and for Dr. Tim McMullan, or Dr. Katrina Jiamachello as your favorite veterinarian.
Vote now through April 30th at 11:59 PM.
Thank you for your consideration.
Thank you,
The Doctors & Staff
Pinnacle Animal Hospital
Get ready to vote! Once a year, thousands of residents and visitors celebrate what's best and brightest about a very wonderful place — Western North Carolina. To honor our manifold passions, eccentricities and initiatives, this year's ballot asks your opinion about hundreds of diverse things. We i...
It’s National “Scoop the P**p week!”💩 (Yes, we promise this is real!)
Picking up your pet’s f***s is important, even if it’s just in your own backyard!
1. Dog p**p isn’t a good fertilizer. Cow 🐮p**p makes good fertilizer because of their diet.
2. It can carry parasites and diseases. 🪱
3. It pollutes our waterways. Rain washes it into the nearby rivers and creeks and can kill wildlife and lower water quality. ☠️
4. It’s a nice thing to do! No one enjoys accidentally stepping in p**p with their bare feet or its unsightly appearance.
Even with being a responsible pet parent and picking up your pet’s waste, it’s still important to keep your pet on their monthly heartworm prevention. Yes, for the heartworms that are transmitted by mosquitos. Also, because most heartworm preventatives also treat for intestinal parasites that pets can get from eating stool.
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Today we got to see Patsy for her annual. 👅We simply couldn’t handle how cute she was in her little avocado shirt. 🥑
We did her annual vaccines and she enjoyed a while her blood was drawn. We also sent her home with some car sickness medication since her tummy gets a bit upset on car rides. Thanks for visiting Patsy! We think you’re perfect! 👌🏼
Happy Hamster Day! We love this day because we get to appreciate our tiny fuzzy friends! 🐹If you have a hamster, we hope you share extra snacks with them today! (We really like Oxbow brand treats!) 🥕Remember to NOT feed citrus fruits, onions, raw potatoes or garlic. 🧄
Do you have a hamster? Share with us a picture in the comments below!
Did you hear? There was an eclipse today😂 We were able to close the clinic for 30 mins to watch it as a team. We hope that you got to see it wherever you are! Did you travel to the path of totality? 🌘Let us know in the comments below!
Today Barley Ashe just came in for an a**l gland expression and a nail trim. 💅🏻With tech appointments, you usually just see the back staff and not the doctor.
Barley took advantage of passing Dr. McMullan while he was doing patient charts and used that opportunity to give him a hug. 🤗
Today we got to meet Angel! Angel is a feisty 13 year old miniature pinscher who presented to us with a UTI. Her urinalysis showed lots of blood and bacteria. 🦠
We sent her home with some antibiotics and a probiotic for her sensitive tummy and hope that she feels better in no time! ⏱️
Here at Pinnacle we love all attributes of our pets no matter how unique. Sometimes we can’t handle the cuteness of their distinct characteristics.
Today, that thing happens to be Giggs' naked booty.🍑It’s just too cute!
Although Giggs is perfectly healthy (lots of retired racing greyhounds have this), thinning fur can be a symptom of a low thyroid.🩸
We’d like to take a minute to welcome Dr. Jiamachello to Pinnacle! 🎉
She’s been with us as a relief vet off and on for a few years but now she is a permanent addition with us! She will be working on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays! Give us a call today to schedule your next appointment with Dr. J! 📞
It’s Easter Weekend! We would like to take the time to write a quick reminder to our clients that rabbits are not wonderful Easter gifts for children! 👨👩👧 However, we do think rabbits make great pets for responsible individuals.
Rabbits are not a great beginner pet. They are very delicate making them a risky choice for children. Rabbits also suffer from many health issues such as dental problems, URI’s, and GI stasis. 🦷They are also not a short commitment. Rabbits generally live to be 8-12 years old. They don’t do great in cages and require a large space to roam, play, stretch, and forage. We also recommend rabbits get yearly exams, yearly f***l examination, and in most cases that your rabbit stay up to date on the RHDV vaccine.(Just like Gojou pictured above!) It’s also important to spay or neuter your rabbit in order to prevent cancers and behavioral issues. Think of adopting a rabbit as almost as big of a commitment as a cat or dog. 🐕🐈
If you still think a rabbit would be a great addition to your family make sure to check local shelters before buying from pet stores or breeders due to how many rabbits are euthanized annually just for not getting adopted in a timely fashion. 🐇
In conclusion, we love rabbits but are saddened by how many rabbits go to shelters after being given as an Easter present. We highly recommend chocolate bunnies and stuffed animals for your kids! 🐣
March 28th is Respect Your Cat Day! Today we are respecting all kitties and Pi.
Pi is a big cat weighing in at almost 19 pounds! He came to see us today for the first time to get established with Dr. McMullan.
On Respect Your Cat Day we like to remind owners to engage in play with your cat. Cats love to hunt so getting them to pounce on laser beams, robotic toys, or a feather teaser helps them indulge their instincts. 🐭Also, giving them attention on their own terms. Allow them to come to you rather than forcing your affection upon them. 🤗Lastly, respect their nap time! Cats can sleep up to 18 hours a day! Let them nap uninterrupted! 💤
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Happy Hamster Day! We love this day because we get to appreciate our tiny fuzzy friends! 🐹If you have a hamster, we hope you share extra snacks with them today! (We really like Oxbow brand treats!) 🥕Remember to NOT feed citrus fruits, onions, raw potatoes or garlic. 🧄 Do you have a hamster? Share with us a picture in the comments below!
We know losing a pet is the same as losing a member of your family. We understand it’s a very difficult time and we do our best to make honorable memorabilia for you to take home. About a year or so ago we started collecting used vaccine vials, cleaning them, and placing a clipping of your pets fur in the bottle. We send this home with your pets paw print if you choose to request this. It is at no extra charge to you. If you have a reptile we can sometimes use shed skin or if you have a hedgehog we can use quills. #petmemorabilia #reuse #vaccinevials
Josie came in today for not wanting to eat well at home. 😔 Luckily, some subcutaneous fluids and pain medications got her feeling a bit better in no time! She even showed us her sassy side and started throwing her food bowl around! 😂. . #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital #veterinarytechnician #animalhospital #rabbit
Happy National Vanilla Milkshake day! We hope you have as much fun celebrating as our team did! 🕺🏻🪩#nationalvanillamilkshakeday #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital #veterinarytechnician #animalhospital
Meet Miss Rosie🥰 Rosie loved showing off her purple tail and fairy hair today! #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital #veterinarytechnician #vetech #animalhospital #bernedoodle
IT’S RHDV DAY AT PINNACLE! If you have a rabbit, we are most likely seeing you today! (WOOO!!! RABBITS IN AND OUT ALL DAY) 🐰💉 RHDV stands for rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus 🦠and today happens to be our yearly vaccine date! RHDV infects both domestic and wild rabbits. It’s a virus that travels in the blood stream and quickly damages the cells of the liver. The rabbit’s liver makes proteins that form blood clots and therefore causes uncontrollable bleeding. 🩸 Infected bunnies usually show symptoms such as jaundice and bleeding from the nose, mouth, or eyes. Other common signs are loss of appetite, lack of urination and defecations, and lethargy. To reduce the risk of RHDV in your rabbit- 1) Don’t allow your rabbit to graze outdoor in areas wild rabbits frequent. 2) Make sure that shoes worn outside are not worn in places where your rabbit visits. 3) Any weeds/flowers from outdoor areas where wild rabbits roam should not be fed to your pet. 4) Always wash your hands before and after holding your pet. 5) Vaccinate your rabbit! Give us a call today!📞🤙🏻 #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital #veterinarytechnician #vetech #animalhospital #RHDV
We mentioned earlier this week that it’s National Pet Dental Health month. When we think of dental health, we generally think of our fuzzy companions such as cats and dogs. Even our reptile friends need dental checks! Bearded Dragons are predisposed to dental disease because they have acrodont dentition (teeth with no roots that are directly fused to the jaw bone). We recommend bringing your lizard friend in once yearly for their annual exam and to check their dental health! Depending on the personality of your bearded dragon, you may even be able to help with their dental health at home! You can gently brush their teeth with a Q-Tip dipped in a 1:1 ratio of chlorhexadine solution to water! Below is Huxley the bearded dragon getting his teeth brushed by one our employees, Katie D. #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital #veterinarydentalcare #nationaldentalhealthmonth #beardeddragoncare
We found the secret to happiness! Shh! Don’t tell anyone! 🤫
Meet Slick! 👋👋 Over the past three days he has developed a handful of interesting symptoms - namely, anisocoria and nystagmus. Anisocoria is unequal pupil size and nystagmus is abnormal movement of the eyes👀👀 These symptoms may not sound like a big deal, but they can be caused by inner ear infections, nerve endings, or even brain lesions! Luckily for Slick, we believe it is caused by an inner ear infection!😉🐱
We hope everyone has a wonderful rainy day! Dr. McMullan is ready to play in the rain in his stylish purple crocs and purple raincoat! ☔️🌂☔️ Make sure to follow us on instagram @pinnacleanimal 📸 . . . #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant #828isgreat #pets #asheville #veterinaryhospital @crocs
Andi (Dr.Golden’s dog) was so happy to get a clean bill of health today that she decided to show off! Can your dog “close the door” like Andi?? Does your pet have any fun or unique tricks? Let us know in the comments and DEFINITELY let us know the next time you’re in - we would love to see them!🤗. #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetlife #exoticmed #dvm #animals #vettech #vetassistant. #828isgreat #pets #dogtricksofinstagram #dogtraining
