Foothills Animal Health Center

09/02/2024

Happiness is making a living doing what you love. Here at FAHC, we are so thankful that we get to spend our days making a difference and loving on our patients.

We hope all of our hard working pet parents and supporters are able to take the day to relax and enjoy the last bit of Summer! 🐾🇺🇸

08/29/2024

Annual exams are a critical aspect of preventative healthcare for pets. This yearly visit allows veterinarians to identify potential health problems before they become serious, update necessary vaccinations, and offer guidance on diet, behavior, and general care.

During your pet’s annual exam at FAHC, our veterinarians will complete a physical exam. This includes checking your pet’s weight, body condition, vital signs, and a thorough inspection of the skin, coat, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and gums. Upon request, we can perform routine bloodwork, fecals, and additional testing.

We do require a current annual exam with an FAHC veterinarian in order to purchase flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

Schedule an annual visit for your pet today! We currently have limited availability, do schedule fast. Appointments will be added reguarly, be sure to check our online scheduling platform to see what dates are available.

Online Schedule: https://clinichq.com/online/b5cfd1aa-6fdd-4b87-8de0-c1124257ad46

08/21/2024

Have you heard of our assistance programs?

Introducing the Sand & Clay Project! 🐈‍⬛🐾

Thanks to a generous local donor, the Sand & Clay Project will cover surgical costs for cats for those who qualify. To qualify, you must present proof of governmental assistance in the form of a SNAP card, Medicaid card, or receipt of current SSI payments.

A $20 non-refundable surcharge is required to secure your appointment spot. Your cat must have a current rabies vaccination, which can be administered for $10 at the time of surgery if needed.

For more details and available dates, please email [email protected].

If you are unable to pay the $20 non-refundable surcharge, please email [email protected].

08/20/2024

🐾 We have Spay/Neuter availability for THIS WEEK! 🐾

Visit the links below to schedule!

💙 Hickory Location: Surgery ONLY
https://clinichq.com/online/946eb30d-031a-4932-902b-65f61ee6dabd

🤍 Claremont Location: Surgery and Wellness Clinics
https://clinichq.com/online/b5cfd1aa-6fdd-4b87-8de0-c1124257ad46

08/19/2024

Happy Monday! 💙🐾

08/16/2024

Happy Friday! 🐾

08/15/2024

If you have been a follower of the Humane Society of Catawba County for some time, this furry friend may look familiar.

Billy Bob spent 873 days in our shelter awaiting his forever home. During that time, Billy Bob spent 8 weeks at the Foothills Correctional Institution in Morganton through the “A New Leash on Life” program. This is a national program allowing state offenders to train shelter dogs in preparation for their adoption. Billy Bob found his forever home on November 21st of 2023.

Today, Billy Bob visited our new Claremomt facility to update his annual wellness exam and receive a N.E.A.T. package.

We enjoyed seeing this smiling pup today! Thank you to Billy Bob’s mom for bringing him in to get a clean bill of health and to say “Hello!”

08/15/2024

Thursday 🫶🏻

08/15/2024

Bring your furry friends over for an annual exam! Upon request we can update necessary vaccinations, perform routine bloodwork, fecals, and additional testing. 🐾

We do require a current annual exam with an FAHC veterinarian in order to purchase flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

Today from 9-2, “walk-ins” are welcome! Please park in our parking lot and follow instructions on the parking spot sign. We’ll take it from there!

08/13/2024

Meet Bello, our EXTRA rare MALE calico we had for surgery today!

While Bello may already be sterile due to the extreme genetic anomaly that he is, he was neutered today to prevent cancers, reduce unwanted behaviors such as roaming and spraying, and improve his lifespan.

Bello was the talk of the town here at FAHC today. We all throughly enjoyed meeting and caring for him today! 🐾💙

08/13/2024

Winnie wanted to show off her whiskers!! What a cutie! 🐱🫶🏻

08/13/2024

Isa hears all! 🙉

08/13/2024

Pancho needed a little more snuggles before his check-in began. 🐾🥰

08/13/2024

Starting the morning with some lovely smiles from Mater! 💙🐾

08/12/2024

Happy Monday! Can’t wait to kick off a great week with our spay and neuter surgeries today! 🐾🤩

08/09/2024

Bring your furry friends over for some routine vaccinations, nail trims, or ear cleaning! 🐾💉

Today from 9-4, “walk-ins” are welcome! Please park in our parking lot and follow instructions on the parking spot sign. We’ll take it from there!

08/09/2024

Happy Friday! We are looking forward to meeting all of our surgical patients today!

All of today's surgeries are being completed at our Hickory location. Today, our Claremont location is for wellness appointments only.

08/08/2024

Daydreaming of some sunshine! 🤩☀️

Can you find your pet's name? Let us know if you have someone coming for surgery today in the comments and we will try to have a photoshoot for you! 📸

08/07/2024

Escape the rain this Friday and enjoy some shopping! All proceeds will support the Humane Society of Catawba County! 🐾🥂

Join us for HAPPY HOUR at Rescue Re-Tail THIS Friday, August 9th, 4-6 p.m.! 🍷🥃🍸🍹

Between the hours of 4-6 p.m. take 5️⃣0️⃣% off store wide at Rescue Re-Tail! (Discount excludes: Pet Odor Exterminating Candles and Sprays, HSCC apparel, and Natural Dog Company supplements.) Take 2️⃣0️⃣% off at our partner stores Emporium23 & Carpe Crustum Bakery. 🙌

Our featured cocktail for the evening will be a Limoncello Prosecco - sparkling lemony goodness with fresh blueberries and thyme. 🍋🍾 Our store features a unique collection of home goods and furniture that span the centuries. If you love Mid-Century, antiques, or vintage we've got you covered! Mark your calendars and bring a friend!

08/07/2024

As we prepare for the upcoming tropical storm, we want to ensure the safety and well-being of both you and your pets. We understand that traveling during severe weather can be risky, and we want you to prioritize safety above all else.

If you feel that traveling to our facility during the storm would be too dangerous, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. We can reschedule your appointments to a later date once conditions are safer. While we do not have a specific rescheduled date at this moment, we will update you as soon as possible.

Your safety and the safety of your pets are our top priorities. Please take all necessary precautions and stay safe. ⛈️🐾

08/07/2024

Wednesday’s surgical lovelies! 🫶🏻🐾

08/06/2024

FAHC Olympics! Tuesday’s surgical lineup is FULL of winners.

08/05/2024

🎨👩🏼‍🎨✍🏽

Join us at CREATIVE Maker's Market & Studio (Claremont, NC) on August 24th for a "Paint Your Own PAW-tery" fundraiser in support of the Humane Society Catawba County! Ticket price is $10+ Pottery. You can indulge your creative side while contributing to a great cause—all proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Humane Society of Catawba County. You can secure your ticket online by clicking the link below.

You'll have the opportunity to select and purchase a unique piece of pottery to paint during the event at the studio. Choose one of our convenient two-hour time slots, starting at 8am and running until 10pm. It's the perfect way to spend a day—indulging in your creativity, supporting a worthy cause, and perhaps even making some new friends!

https://creativeclaremont.com/products/pawtery-humane-society?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=5809979e-9bfc-44c0-bfbf-bd726e5a04f5

08/05/2024

Happy Monday! We have a full schedule of surgeries and wellness clinics today. So excited to meet everyone! 💙🐾

08/03/2024

August 22nd is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day!
In celebration of this important day, Foothills Animal Health Center (FAHC) will be offering $5 Rabies vaccinations for feline vaccine clinic appointments on 8/22. In order to qualify, you must have a cat scheduled to receive a rabies vaccination at a vaccine clinic appointment on 8/22.

All additional vaccinations, tests, nail trims, and microchipping are also available during these appointments. All open appointment spots will be available to all clients, regardless of animal species. While it’s a day dedicated to taking the kitties to the doctor, all of our canine friends are welcome too!

Visit the link to get scheduled today!

https://clinichq.com/online/b5cfd1aa-6fdd-4b87-8de0-c1124257ad46

08/03/2024

Veterinary care is expensive! At FAHC, we take pride in being able to provide top-notch care without breaking the bank. We have several assistance funds that can help cover veterinary costs for your pets, if applicable.

If you can provide proof of governmental assistance in the form of a SNAP card, Medicaid card, or receipt of current SSI payments, you qualify for two of our assistance grants. These grants will cover the cost of getting your dogs and cats spayed/neutered.

There is a required $20 non-refundable surcharge to secure your appointment. If you are unable to pay the $20 non-refundable surcharge, please email [email protected].

Your animals must be current on their rabies vaccinations, but we can administer a vaccination at the time of surgery for $10 each.

For more details, please email [email protected].

08/02/2024

Meet the Team! 🐾

We want our clients to know who is caring for their precious furbabies.
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Meet Ryleigh!

Years of Animal Experience: 3 years

Education Background: Bachelors of Science, am currently studying to become a RVT.

Why did you choose veterinary medicine? I have always had a deep connection to animals. After experiencing the darkest part of my life, I found true happiness and fulfillment in veterinary medicine. I am forever thankful for the opportunity to find myself, something that could not have been done without the many puppy kisses, kitty cuddles, and compassionate coworkers.

Favorite Part of the Job: Where to start? I am extremely blessed to have found my dream job so young. I love the lifelong friends that this job has given me. I love the animals that I get to care for everyday, the sweet and the grumpy. The best thing about this job is the feeling of completeness that it gives me. I love coming to work every day!

Hobbies and/or Interests: Reading, Writing, Playing BINGO, Napping, and Snacking

Pets? 🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱 (Angus, Birdie, Goose, Ajax, Luffy, Pedro, Chicken, Finch, Raven, Belle, and Rooster)

Community Involvement: I am the face behind the page! I also update the HSCC Blog monthly to help educate pet parents.

Memorable Work Moments: There are too many to count! However, I will always remember the cases with our most vulnerable patients. The extremely terrified dogs, the ferals who needed some TLC, and the life saving surgeries I have seen firsthand. I aim to treat all animals with compassion, and am blessed to have that opportunity everyday!

Personal Philosophy: “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”

08/01/2024

We LOVE what we do! 🐾🐈‍⬛

We don't have any pics from yesterday's transport. However, we wanted to let everyone know that we were able to get 31 more cats fixed!

A huge thank you to all of our volunteers. Especially our transport coordinator.

And a special shout out to Foothills Animal Health Center for all of their assistance to help the animals, and their people, of Ashe County.