Normandy Animal Hospital

08/07/2024

We recently shared some important, timely information about international pet travel requirements from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We want to keep you updated on an upcoming change in the CDC rules for dogs entering the United States from ANY foreign country, including Canada. These new rules apply to dogs traveling into or returning to the U.S. by any mode of transportation—boat, car, train, plane, etc. The new regulations will go into effect on August 1, 2024.

Since sharing this information, the CDC has clarified and simplified the process for bringing dogs into the United States from rabies-free and low-risk dog rabies countries.

Details follow:
-Dogs entering or returning to the United States must have been only in dog rabies-free or low-risk countries in the past six months.
-Must complete the CDC Dog Import Form.
-Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival.
-Dogs must be at least six (6) months old at the time of entry or return to the U.S.
-Dogs must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.

For more information, please visit the CDC information page on the rules update.

We appreciate your patience as we learn about these new rules together. Our team is available to help ensure your pet’s vaccine and microchip requirements are up-to-date. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call us at 206-248-3345. We will do our best to assist you and your pet!

CDC Information: https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/rabies-free-low-risk-countries.html
Dog Import Form: https://cdc-786687.workflowcloud.com/forms/090dc543-7b2f-4538-b2c7-2919d12ecc73

07/09/2024

IMPORTANT International Pet Travel Update

Our team wanted to alert you to an upcoming change in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rules for dogs coming into the United States from ANY foreign country, including Canada. This pertains to dogs traveling into the US or returning to the US by any source of transportation—boat, car, train, plane, etc. These new rules go into effect on August 1, 2024.

There are two levels of concern: one for pets from high-risk rabies countries and another for low-risk rabies countries such as Canada. Since Canada is considered a low-risk rabies country, when traveling back to the US from Canada, the pet will need a current ISO chip, a current rabies vaccine given after the ISO chip was placed, a copy of their endorsed rabies vaccine certificate form, and an owner-completed CDC dog import form.

In the link below you can use the DogBot below to determine what rules apply to your dog based on the dates of travel and where your dog is traveling from.
https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs.html

Please know that we do not yet know how quickly the USDA will be able to complete the Rabies vaccine certification documentation and therefore how far ahead of time we will need to complete these documents to successfully allow you to travel with your pet across the border, so please give us as much notice as possible. There is no way to RUSH a last-minute certificate for clients who do not plan ahead or forget to notify us of anticipated travel.

Please reach out to us if you have upcoming travel plans and questions about the new regulations!

06/26/2024

Time flies, and we’re ten days late in wishing Nick a very happy third workiversary! 🎉 Thank you for keeping everything running smoothly and for warmly greeting our clients and patients. Cheers to you, Nick!

06/26/2024

We will be closed on Thursday, July 4th. Thank you for your understanding! We hope everyone enjoys a safe and fun holiday with friends and family.

06/03/2024

Attention pet parents! With the Fourth of July fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about your pet's safety and well-being during the holiday. Loud fireworks and other festivities can be extremely stressful for pets, causing anxiety and even physical harm. We understand how important it is to keep your pet calm and comfortable during this time.

If you have any questions about calming medications, or if you'd like to schedule an appointment to discuss your pet's needs, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our team is here to help you and your pets have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

If your pet has not been seen by one of our doctors in the last year (365 days) you will need to schedule an exam BEFORE calming medications can be prescribed to your pet.

03/01/2024

We celebrated a birthday this week—Happy Birthday, Olivia!

She is a big fan of Golden Retrievers and loves working hands-on with our patients to make sure they feel comfortable away from their humans. Thank you for all you do!

02/29/2024

Happy Birthday! Is this your first, fourth, or eighth celebration? Your secret is safe with us! 🤫

02/16/2024

Yesterday was Beth's workiversary... 23 years!
Beth is our practice manager and licensed veterinary technician here at Normandy Animal Hospital. She always has one or more foster animals in her house (along with a few foster fails 😉) and enjoys caring for the clinic's geriatric patients.
Thank you Beth for your dedication!

02/07/2024

A few days late, but February 2nd marked Whitney's 13th anniversary with Normandy Animal Hospital! She possesses magical abilities with nervous dogs, allowing her to quickly gain their trust, and she adores labradors and black cats. Thank you, Whitney, for all you do for the clinic, patients, and clients of Normandy Animal Hospital.

02/02/2024

Does anyone have a kitty at home who likes to lend a paw with tasks on the computer?

01/26/2024

It is bathtime this weekend?

As much as our pups love to play outside, they can get pretty dirty in the process - I know mine does! That's why it's important to give them a good bath every once in a while to keep them clean, healthy, and happy. Plus, who doesn't love a fresh-smelling pup?

Don't forget to share your bathtime photos with us!

12/16/2023

As the holiday season approaches, we would like to inform you of our special hours at Normandy Animal Hospital to ensure the well-being of your beloved pets.

Holiday Schedule:
Christmas Eve, December 24th: Closed
Christmas Day, December 25th: Closed
December 26th: Closed
New Year's Eve, December 31st: Closed
New Year's Day, January 1st: Closed

In case of emergencies during our closed hours, please contact:
BluePearl Pet Hospital Renton at 425-496-1000
Summit Veterinary Referral Center at 253-983-1114
Seattle Veterinary Specialists Downtown Seattle at 206-624-9111
Timberline Veterinary Emergency & Specialty at 206-828-6868

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these special hours. Wishing you and your pets a joyful and safe holiday season!

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at 206-248-3345 or [email protected].

12/14/2023

10/24/2023

Reminder: Normandy Animal Hospital will be closed today between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM for a team meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Rest assured, we'll be back right after the meeting to continue providing excellent care for your pets.

Thank you for your understanding and continued trust in us.

10/20/2023

Normandy Animal Hospital will be closed on October 24th, between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM, for a team meeting.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and sincerely appreciate your understanding.

For any urgent matters or to schedule appointments, please feel free to reach out to us before 3:00 PM or after 4:00 PM. Your pet's well-being is our top priority, and we will be back to our regular hours immediately following the meeting.

Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your pets. We look forward to serving you and your pets!

09/20/2023

Power is back! We will return calls, emails and texts as soon as possible.
Thank you for understanding!

09/20/2023

The power is out at the clinic. We are unable to receive/access calls, emails or texts at this time. The estimated restoration time is currently 10:30am.

08/27/2023

The team spoiled Whitney yesterday for her birthday! Look at the size of that pizza 🍕

07/01/2023

Normandy Animal Hospital is be closed on Tuesday, July 4th. Regular business hours will resume on Wednesday morning at 8:30 am.
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July!

06/22/2023

In an effort to better serve our clients, patients, and staff, our clinic hours will be changing, effective July 3rd. Our new hours will be 8:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday.
We appreciate your continued support and look forward to caring for your pets!

Sincerely,
Dr. Wiser, Dr. Barkley, and the Normandy Animal Hospital Team

06/15/2023

Don't wait until the last minute! If your pet doesn't enjoy the 4th of July celebrations, please call us to request sedatives.
*If your pet has not been seen by one of our doctors within the last year, they will need to have an exam prior to dispensing any medications.*

06/01/2023

Handsome boy! Quincy is ready for his checkup 😊

05/24/2023

We will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30th at 9am. Have a wonderful three-day weekend!

05/11/2023

National Pet Week is the first full week in May, and it's all about celebrating our pets. We want to see your cutest pet pictures! Share them with us in the comments.

05/05/2023

Most intestinal parasites are dormant or inactive over the winter but become active again when spring arrives. Ticks prefer mild to warm conditions and are generally active from May-July. Spring is a great time to consider parasite prevention for your pet! A deworming and tick/flea prevention protocol can be customized to your pet depending on such factors as lifestyle (indoor or outdoor), exposure to other animals (dog park, doggy daycare, kennel, etc.), and any travel plans you may have for your pet.

05/02/2023

Now that the weather is nice, pets are spending more time outdoors. It is always a good idea to do a thorough inspection of your yard after winter, looking for any broken fence posts or compromised areas that your pet could potentially escape from. If your pet tends to wander, you may want to consider a microchip. A microchip is a permanent form of identification; it is a small chip (about the size of a grain of rice) that is implanted subcutaneously (just under the skin) between an animals’ shoulder blades. The chip has a unique number registered to your pet; it can be scanned by a special machine at a vet clinic or human society and traced directly back to you. If your pet is already microchipped, make sure your contact information is up to date.