Union County Pet Hospital

08/29/2024

Our office will be closed Monday, September 2nd to observe Labor Day. We will resume regular business hours Tuesday, September 3rd.
If you need immediate assistance please contact the Mountain Emergency Animal Center at (706) 632-7879.
We hope you have a safe and Happy Labor Day!

08/19/2024

When you’re trying not to be too obvious…

07/12/2024

We apologize for the inconvenience, but our phone lines are experiencing technical difficulties, and we're having issues with receiving incoming calls. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we wait for this problem to be resolved.
If you're able, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

07/11/2024

****UPDATE**** Lily has been found!! Yay!!

Please be on the lookout for sweet Lily. She's wearing an orange collar with her owner's information on it. She may have a yellow rope-type leash attached to her collar. She's a very sweet dog, but may be hesitant to go with someone she doesn't know. She went missing in Blairsville on Patrick Point. Please contact our office at 706.745.9089 is you see her or if you have any information regarding her whereabouts. Thank you in advance for sharing this post.

07/03/2024

We will be closed tomorrow, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Our office will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, July 5th. We wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!

07/01/2024

We can help manage noise/storm phobias, as well as stressful situations. Below are some great options to help reduce anxiety.

Dogs & Cats
Zylkene - (a behavior supplement that helps dogs and cats relax, adapt to new locations, or cope with challenging situations — without making them drowsy.)
Solliquin - (helps support calm and relaxed behavior in dogs and cats.)
Thundershirt - can help with thunder, fireworks, separation anxiety, travel, visitors & general fearfulness.

(all of the above can be found on Amazon)

Dogs:
Purina Calm Supplement, Royal Canin Calm Dry dog food (also available in multifunction: Urinary & Calm),

Cats:
Royal Canin Calm stress management dry, VetriScience Proline Composure Pro.

Event medications work best if given at least 30 minutes prior to the stressful situation.
Punishment must never be used since it will only increase rather than decrease your pet's distress.
Encouragement, praise or fostering are not helpful either as the pet may interpret them as rewards for the behavior they are preforming at the time.
Create a safe and secure environment for your pet. This might be a darkened room where lighting flashes will not be noted or a windowless indoor room where sound is muted.
If your pet has self-selected a hiding place, do not try to forcibly remove them. This is not helpful and may result in an aggressive response.
Try playing music that is loud or has a strong beat or some type of white noise (such as an exhaust fan) to muffle the outside noises.

06/29/2024

Fannin County Animal Control is offering free microchipping July 2-3 in preparation for July 4th. See details below.

4th of July and scary fireworks are coming up! Fannin County Barking Buddies is sponsoring free microchipping for dogs. A staff member of Fannin County Animal Control has offered to be available after hours to provide this service. 💕🐶 Come by next Tuesday or Wednesday from 4-6 pm to take advantage of this offer.

06/28/2024

Flossy is getting ready to “hop” into the weekend. Who’s with her?

06/27/2024

Harper is just “hang’in” around on this Thursday afternoon. 🐶

06/25/2024

Fireworks can be hard on some pets. Loud noises and bright lights can be scary for cats and dogs. Don't wait until the last minute to speak with your Vet about alternatives to help prepare for the upcoming holiday.

06/18/2024

Happy Tuesday! Just a reminder to schedule your pet's yearly wellness exam. It's an essential part of keeping your pet happy and healthy!

Regular check-ups are key for early detection of any health issues. It's also the perfect time to update vaccinations and discuss any concerns you may have with the Doctor. Plus, we'll chat about preventive measures like flea and tick control.

Our pets depend on us for their well-being, so let's make their health a priority and give them the care they deserve!

Call us at 706.745.9089 to schedule an appointment.

06/16/2024

Let’s give it up for all the dad’s out there! Happy Father’s…or as we like to say “Pawther’s” Day!

06/07/2024

We’re not kitten around: Pets are so doggone good for you. Your four-legged best friend can help you get more exercise, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, cut stress and boost happiness.

06/06/2024

June 15th, Whiskers Project will be hosting a Benefit Social at Hightower Creek Vineyards in Hiawassee. The event is FREE to attend, all proceeds from Art and Pottery sales will benefit our further efforts in successfully managing feral cat populations in our region.

Whiskers Project has been operating for over 20 Years here in Blairsville and surrounding communities! We are a Non-Profit, Trap, Neuter-Return (TNR) program that spays & neuters feral and stray cats in Union and surrounding counties.

Ever wonder who the selfless souls are that volunteer their free time to help make our community a better place?

Come on out and enjoy a beautiful afternoon at Hightower Creek Vineyards with all of us here at Whiskers Project!

06/01/2024

Our annual Low Cost Rabies Clinic is happening today! Stop by 373 Blue Ridge Hwy from 8am - Noon.
Rabies vaccines are $12.00 (Dog, Cat & Ferret)

05/23/2024

We will be closed Monday, May 27th to honor the memory of service members and their families who have scarified to protect the freedom we enjoy.
We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 28th.

If you need immediate medical assistance please call the Mountain Emergency Animal Center in Blue Ridge, GA at 706.632.7879.

05/21/2024

Common mistakes in Flea and Tick Prevention:

1. "It's okay to miss a dose now and then."
Inappropriate administration of preventatives will typically result in pets not getting adequate protection. All instructions should be read carefully, even if the product has been used before, as they may have changed.

2. "I can give my cat the same treatment as my dog."
Cats should never receive a product labeled for a dog. Some preventatives marketed for dogs are actually toxic to cats. It can make a cat seriously ill, or even kill them.

Cat owners should apply only products intended for felines, and dog owners should apply only those marketed for canines. If you have accidentally applied a dog product to your cat, call your veterinarian immediately.

3. "I can eyeball the dosage."
In addition to some products being appropriate for cats and others for dogs, treatment dosages are broken down by the size of the animal.

You don’t want to give a Maltese a dosage meant for a Mastiff and vice versa. Under-dosing pets is ineffective and can lead to fleas, ticks, and the diseases they carry. Overdosing a pet risks complications and side effects. If you think your pet has been under or overdosed, make sure to contact your veterinarian.

4. "My indoor pet doesn't need flea and tick prevention."
Don’t assume your indoor cat can’t get fleas or ticks from your dog just because you treat the dog. Fleas and ticks can come into your house a number of ways, including on your own body or clothes. Your yard, neighborhood, and the animals that live there are likely hosts.

(Information provided from an article posted by Lauren Jones, VMD)

05/15/2024

Excuse me Doctor, I’m in need of medical assistance. Is there a cure for mischief maker?

05/14/2024

UPDATE! The phone has been claimed. Thanks to all who shared!

If you are missing a cell phone, there was one found in our parking lot and turned in. It's a Samsung. The front screen has been damaged. (we think it may have fallen off the roof of the owners car) If this belongs to you, please call our office and describe the case.

05/12/2024

Wishing all the moms, stepmoms, fur moms and “soon to be” moms a VERY Happy Mother’s Day!

05/08/2024

...and just like that, Dr. "Z"agrocki retired. Dr. Z joined our practice in 2013 and has been an integral part of our team. We sure will miss him, but we're happy knowing he has more time to enjoy all the things he loves to do. We've had a "inside" joke going on around here for quite some time about "Barbie"...so it seemed fitting to throw him a Barbie retirement/birthday party (his last day also happened to be his birthday)...and in true Dr. Z fashion, he was a good sport. Help us wish Dr. Z a Happy "well deserved" Retirement! Leave a comment below with your favorite memory of Dr. Z.

P.s. 🙂 We'd also like to welcome Dr. Mary Brennan to our Practice starting in June. Keep an eye out for a welcome post in the upcoming weeks.

05/06/2024

These paw-print cupcakes are not only cute, but the perfect pick-me-up on a Monday. 🐾Thank you Margie Daniel 🐾😊

05/03/2024

Our office will be closed today for a staff meeting from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. We appreciate your understanding.

04/27/2024

Today is World Veterinary Day and the theme of WVD 2024 is 'Veterinarians are Essential Health Workers'.

This day offers a significant opportunity to recognize and honor the enormous contributions of veterinarians to society and to raise awareness about the importance of veterinary medicine.

In addition to helping animals, an essential part of the veterinary profession is protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.

“Veterinarians’ competencies must be regarded as an essential and integral part of health at large,”

Happy World Veterinary Day to our incredible Doctors. Dr. Patricia Kenney, Dr. Dwain Zagrocki and Dr. Bill Seanor.
Today we celebrate all Veterinarians and their dedication to animal health.

04/25/2024

UPDATE!! Duke has been found! Yay! Many thanks to all who shared!

🚨MISSING!!🚨 This is Duke and he jumped from his owners car yesterday near Mill Creek Road in Hiawassee. He's a neutered male that weighs 128lbs. If you have any information on Duke, please call our office at 706.745.9089.

04/25/2024

It’s Veterinary Receptionist week! Receptionists are an essential part of any Veterinary team. They juggle calls and appointments, along with a slew of other tasks…all while making it look effortless. We want to give a big shout out to our two CSR’s, Kim and Brandy. Thank you for all you do!

04/19/2024

Our office will be closed today from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a staff meeting. We appreciate your understanding.

04/08/2024

Did you get a chance to check out the Eclipse today? We took turns taking a look in between phone calls, patients and procedures.
Did you have a “Solar Eclipse Party?”
Were you working? How did you spend this highly anticipated day?

04/08/2024

Today's total solar eclipse will be visible along a path that sweeps from northern Mexico, across Texas and the Midwest, and up into New England—a total of 13 states, as well as small parts of Tennessee and Michigan, allowing an estimated 31.6 million people to view it without leaving home.

People are always being told not to look directly at the sun during an eclipse because it can damage their eyes. But how many pets will be viewing it is anybody’s guess. How will the eclipse affect them? Does it pose any danger?

Not much, according to Carly Fox, DVM.

“Unlike people, animals don't know that there's an eclipse happening, so they are very unlikely to look directly into the sun,” Fox said. “So mostly your dog or cat will be perfectly fine.”

Fox, a senior veterinarian in Emergency and Urgent Care at AAHA-accredited Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City, told NEWStat that you can tell your clients that they’ll increase the odds of their pets having a good eclipse with a few simple precautions.for pet owners during today's Solar Eclipse.

Article by: Tony McReynolds - 4/6/2024
Photo credit: American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)

04/05/2024

April is Heartworm Awareness Month. If you don't already protect your pets from deadly heartworms year-round, make NOW the time to start.

Everything you need to know about heartworm protection--it's all summed up here. Like the American Heartworm Society, the American Animal Hospital Association endorses annual testing for dogs and heartworm prevention for ALL pets. https://bit.ly/3U1pUWr