Alpine Veterinary Hospital Bingen

08/20/2024

Update: this little guy has found a home as of 8/23❤️🎉

Does anyone recognize this cute man? He was found on the run near lower Sunnyside Road in Trout Lake on Friday afternoon 8/16. He is an older intact male.

08/17/2024

Kailey has been in the veterinary field since 2020. She is pictured here with one of her many favorite patients. In her time off she enjoys spending time with her family and hiking with her dogs.
Thank you, Kailey, for always making our clients feel like friends and giving extra love to our patients.

08/12/2024

Happy Monday!

08/08/2024

This is Megan's cat Bee. She appears to be relaxing and enjoying nature. She's actually taking a defiant stand against her archnemeses, the turkeys, who regularly chase her from her spot in the grass.
Happy International Cat Day!

Feel free to celebrate by sharing videos or photos of your favorite felines.

08/06/2024

Auli has been working in the veterinary field since 2017 and is currently working on obtaining her veterinary technician certification while working here at Alpine. On her time off she enjoys hiking, reading and anything else that involves spending time with her dogs.
Thank you Auli for working so hard to keep our patients as happy and healthy as possible!

07/26/2024

Every summer our hospital sees a number of rattlesnake bites, on cats and dogs alike. Our hot, dry summer weather and our love of outdoor activities is the perfect combination for snake encounters. Our patients have gone toe to toe with rattlesnakes on hiking and biking trails as well as in their own backyards. During the hottest hours of the day the snakes like to hide in brushy areas, under rock piles or under items in your yard or garden. In the evening hours they may come out to hunt rodents and move about. If you see your pet get bit or suspect they have been bit, call your veterinarian right away. Rattlesnake bites are very painful and may be fatal.

Pictured is Dax, one of our cutest new patients, who learned what rattlesnakes are all about when he found one under the barbeque in his backyard. After some significant swelling to the nose he was lucky enough to make a full recovery.

07/24/2024

Update: He has gone home! Thanks everyone for the shares.

Does anyone know this little guy? He was found today running around in White Salmon near the pharmacy. He has a black collar with no tags.

07/19/2024

Heather has been at Alpine since 2014. She came to the gorge with her husband after getting an animal science degree at Oregon State University and working for a short time in one small animal practice and one mixed animal practice. She has since had two little boys and enjoys spending her free time with her family, riding horses, and occasionally skiing and snowboarding.
Thank you Heather!

07/10/2024

Does anyone recognize this cute girl? She was found 7/8 wandering by hwy 14 in Bingen. If you know anything about her please contact us at 509-493-3908

07/04/2024

Each year between July 4th and July 6th there is a 30-60% increase in lost pets. Statistically, only 14% of those pets are returned to their owners. Here are some tips on how to keep your pet safe and at home today.

- Keep your pets indoors during the fireworks.
- Make sure they are wearing collars with your contact information. If they have a microchip, make sure that contact information is up to date with the chip company.
- Make a safe space for them in your home.
- Leave your pets at home when you go to parties, firework displays or other gatherings.
- Consider putting them in an escape-proof room or crate during parties and fireworks.

And if your pet does go missing, don't forget to call local veterinary clinics and leave their description or check to see if anyone has picked them up and called already.

Happy 4th!

06/24/2024

Today is Cat World Domination Day.
Is your cat a master at slinking around the house unnoticed? Or gathering in neighborhood groups? Maybe practicing their ninja skills? Let's see your cats plotting world domination!

06/18/2024

Today is Veterinary Appreciation Day and we want to thank each and every member of the Alpine team for their caring and dedication. Each staff member plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellness of our patients, client education, promotion of public health and protection of animal welfare.
Thank you, Alpine Team!

06/13/2024

Ana has been a receptionist at Alpine since April of 2023. She was born in Mexico and came to Oregon with her parents when she was two years old. She is the oldest of four siblings and has always had pets, her favorite being a raccoon. She currently has a dog, Quincy, and a cat, Michi. She has always had an interest in the medical field, previously working at One Community Health and going to school for phlebotomy. When she isn't at work she enjoys reading, writing, drawing and spending time with her family and pets.
Thank you, Ana, for always being a friendly face for our clients and helping the front office to run smoothly.

06/05/2024

New research finds around 25% of Labrador retriever dogs and 66% of flatcoat retriever dogs face a double-whammy of feeling hungry all the time and burning fewer calories due to a genetic mutation. The mutation is in a gene called POMC, which plays a critical role in hunger and energy use. Dogs with this genetic mutation not only want to eat more, but also need fewer calories because they’re not burning them off as fast. All owners of Labrador and flatcoated retrievers need to watch what they’re feeding these highly food-motivated dogs, to keep them at a healthy weight. The researchers say owners can keep their retrievers distracted from this constant hunger by spreading out each daily food ration, for example by using puzzle feeders or setting small amounts of food in multiple locations so it takes longer to eat.

06/04/2024

Today is National Corgi Day!
Did you know that twice yearly, Huntington Dog Beach holds Corgi beach day. What started in 2012 as a small gathering of corgis has turned into quite the event that now welcomes over 1,200 corgis. People travel from all over to participate in themed contests and activities, photo stations, dog-centric vendor village, corgi kissing booth, gourmet food truck pavilion, and more.
Pictured is Bear who belongs to our assistant Auli.

06/02/2024

Today is International Sheltie Day!
The Shetland Sheepdog, or "Sheltie", is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. They are small, clever, vocal, willing to please and trustworthy.
Anyone have Sheltie photos to share?

05/28/2024

The US Military uses dogs in all branches of the service. Dogs are trained for specific jobs including tracking, explosive detection, patrol, search and rescue, and attack. Military working dogs are seen by the troops as fellow warriors, soldiers on four legs.
Happy Memorial Day and thank you to all who have served and sacrificed, human and animal alike.

05/21/2024

Today is National Rescue Dog Day!
Did you know that of all the dogs that enter shelters every year, only about half of them get adopted? Next time you are looking for that special companion, reach out to some of our local rescues. They may have someone that would be the perfect fit.
Let's see some photos of your rescue dogs!

05/15/2024

Update: His owner has been found! Thank you everyone for sharing and for your input!

This young puppy was found by the senior center/post office in White Salmon today. Does anyone know who it may belong to?

05/15/2024

Today is International Chihuahua Appreciation Day!
In true tiny terror fashion, 2014 news articles reported on packs of stray chihuahuas chasing children and terrorizing residents of an Arizona suburb. They even began recruiting other larger dogs to the gang. The areas animal control received 6,000 phone calls regarding the troublemakers.
In veterinary medicine, chihuahuas aren't known for having a gentle nature but we love them anyway! Let see some photos of your tiny terrors!

05/10/2024

Hood River Adopt a Dog needs help with some funding. If you are interested in helping them continue to provide a much-needed service to our surrounding communities, consider attending their upcoming fundraiser event!

The Greenneck Daredevils are back at the Ruins to support Hood River Adopt A Dog! This year, our Paws & Pints event will feature silent & live actions, raffles & other games, new food trucks, drinks, and of course, live music. Scan the QR code or visit our event page here on Facebook to learn more about the event, and buy tickets!

05/08/2024

After moving from the east coast with her cats and husband David (and his woodshop), Megan started working as one of our wonderful receptionists in 2022. She grew up in a big family with lots of cats and dogs, who have taught her many of life's important lessons. When she is not at work you can find her doing projects at home, snuggling up with her cat and a good book, or exploring our amazing countryside.
Thank you, Megan, for being on the frontlines of our busy practice and helping our clients to feel welcomed and appreciated!

04/28/2024

Stacey started working in the veterinary field as a kennel assistant at 14 years old and became a licensed technician in 2009. She joined the alpine team in 2018 after working with all types of animals including large animals and exotics. We are happy to say she is now our practice manager! Stacey and her husband live and work on their small farm (gardening is life!) that they share with their three dachshunds Peatrie, Pyg and Zuccini.
Thank you, Stacey for bringing such great knowledge and experience to Alpine!

04/22/2024

Today is National Beagle Day!
Did you know that a Beagles long ears reach the end of their noses in order to catch scent particles and keep them close to the dog's nose so they can gather as much information as possible?
Beagles also have many occupations. The Beagle Brigade is the name given to Beagles in the airport whose job it is to sniff luggage, and a Beagle by the name of "Elvis" worked as a Polar Bear Pregnancy Detector by sniffing poo samples and detecting pregnancy vs pseudopregnancy with impressive accuracy.

Who has Beagle photos to share?

04/22/2024

Today is National Bulldogs are Beautiful Day!
This is a photo of "Otto" who broke the guiness world record in 2015 for the longest human tunnel traveled through by a skateboarding dog. He rolled through the legs of 30 people and followed in the footsteps of another world record holding Bulldog "Tillman", who was at one time the world's fastest dog skateboarder.

Let's see those beautiful Bulldogs!

04/20/2024

Josey has been at Alpine for 3 years. She loves to clean and loves cats, which makes her a fantastic kennel assistant!
Thank you, Josey, for keeping things running so smoothly behind the scenes and tying up the loose ends after a busy day!

04/19/2024

Not all of our feline patients love to stay the day with us. Sometimes all they need to feel more comfortable is a kitty cave to hide in. This is Millie, she was in earlier this month and did wonderful for her spay!

04/14/2024

Dr. Maggie Anthony is originally from western Pennsylvania and graduated veterinary school in 1995 from the University of Pennsylvania. She attended a small animal externship at Texas A&M then came to the west coast where she met her husband, Paul. They lived in California for 15 years before moving to White Salmon in 2016.
Dr. Anthony has a special interest in chronic conditions and has been certified in Fear Free veterinary medicine. Outside of work she enjoys cooking, kayaking, paragliding and traveling to places such as Europe, Nepal, Thailand and South America.

Thank you, Dr. Anthony, for providing quality care to our patients!

04/09/2024

Edit: He has gone to a rescue in Tri Cities where he will be homed. Thank you everyone!

Edit: We have been unable to locate an owner and he is now in need of a new home. He is very friendly, kennel trained, neutered and microchipped. He walks well on a leash after his initial excitement of being outside. If anyone is interested in meeting him or getting more information please reach out here or call our office...509-493-3908.

Does anyone know who this guy belongs to? He was picked up today by White Salmon police near 142 E Jewett. He is neutered and microchipped, but his microchip information isn't up to date. Very nice young guy.

04/07/2024

Today is national Siamese cat day! Did you know that the unique coloring of the coats of Siamese cats is due to a gene mutation? The coat color and pattern in a Siamese cat is a form of albinism where the gene responsible is temperature dependent. The cooler areas of the body (the nose, ear tips, paws and tail) have a normal expression of the gene and are pigmented, whereas the warmer areas have a reduced expression and are poorly pigmented.

Let's see some photos of our beautiful Siamese patients!