Clarksville Veterinary Clinic

08/26/2024

In honor of National Dog Day, tell us how your pup(s) got their name! 🐶

08/22/2024

Prevention is always better than cure. By taking your cat to the veterinarian regularly for a clean bill of health, you not only ensure their well-being but also gain peace of mind. Your cat depends on you to be their advocate for health, happiness, and longevity. Celebrate National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day by prioritizing your cat's veterinary care.

08/16/2024

In honor of National Tell a Joke Day, enjoy this one: Why don't dogs make good dancers?

Because they have two left feet! 💃🕺

08/15/2024

National Check the Chip Day is celebrated annually on August 15th. This day serves as a reminder for pet owners to ensure their pet's microchip information is up to date and their beloved companions can be easily identified and returned home.

08/10/2024

Happy National Spoil Your Dog Day! 🐕💕 Treats, toys, tummy rubs or all the above - which would your dog pick?

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day! ✨ Is your cat in charge of the household? Yes or definitely yes? 🐱

08/01/2024

Happy DOGust Universal Birthday to all our shelter dogs! 🎉🐾 DOGust celebrates the birthdays of all shelter dogs. Share a photo of your rescue pup and let us know how you're celebrating their special day!

07/31/2024

Happy National Mutt Day! Share a photo of your mutt and tell us your best guesses on what breeds make up your furry friend.

07/26/2024

Happy National Dog Photography Day! We know it'll be hard to choose just one, but celebrate by sharing your dog's cutest photo with us. 🐾📷

07/18/2024

National Feed a Rescue Pet Week is here! Support your local shelters and rescues by donating food or supplies.

07/15/2024

Does your pet eagerly watch you cook, hoping for a tasty treat to fall their way? Remember, it's essential to never leave pets unattended in the kitchen while cooking. Pets may accidentally jump onto stovetops or knock over hot items, causing fires or burns. Use stove k**b covers to prevent pets from accidentally turning on burners.

07/15/2024

📅 Save the Date: Visit our online store on July 16th and 17th to shop up to 50% off on your favorite products when enrolling in autoship. Learn More: clarksvillevet.com

07/10/2024

Kittens: tiny, fluffy, and full of mischief! 😸 Share your favorite kitten stories with us below! 💬

07/04/2024

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🎆 Remember to keep your pets hydrated. Stay safe and keep those tails wagging and the water bowls full! 💦

06/24/2024

Happy National Foster a Pet Month! 🎉 If you're ready to lend a paw, consider fostering a pet from the local shelter. Fostering not only saves lives but also provides valuable socialization for pets waiting for their fur-ever homes. 🏡

06/20/2024

Is your fur-riend running low on food or medication? Order from our new and convenient online store and have the items shipped to your door. Find our store listed on our website: clarksvillevet.com

06/16/2024

Happy Paw-ther's Day! Your dedication to your pets doesn't go unnoticed. Wishing you a day filled with wagging tails and wet kisses. 🐾

06/11/2024

In loving memory of those who have left paw prints on our hearts. Share a photo of your pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge along with a favorite memory. 🐾

04/23/2024

Sign up for PetDesk today! You will be able to book online appointments, get reminders and updates, request refills for prescriptions, and so much more!

04/09/2024

We are thrilled to introduce online appointment booking through our website and the PetDesk app!

PetDesk is a free app that is downloaded from the App Store. We can text message appointment and service reminders, you can review your pet's health records, book appointments and communicate with us. Sign up today using the same name, email address, and phone number that we have on file.

04/08/2024

Everyone is ready for the eclipse here! Wear your ISO approved glasses and check it out.

03/13/2024

We are excited to announce a new service to our customers, called PetDesk! This is a free app that is downloaded from the App Store. We can text message appointment and service reminders, you can review your pet's health records and communicate with us. Sign up today using the same name, email address, and phone number that we have on file.

Online booking is coming soon!

03/05/2024

Spotlight on our newest veterinarian, Dr. Anthony Garby

Dr. Garby joined our clinic in the summer of 2023. He is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science and Animal Biology. He earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine also from the University of Florida. He has been in private small animal practice with experience in both relief and primary care. His special interests include dermatology, preventive care, shelter medicine, and reproduction.

We are beyond excited here at Clarksville Veterinary Clinic that such an outstanding individual like Dr. Anthony has joined OUR TEAM; you can reach us by calling 434-374-0166. Our entire staff looks forward to seeing you and your pets soon.

02/26/2024

02/26/2024

AVMA’s Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry—formerly the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database— connects pet owners and veterinarians with veterinary clinical trials.

Animal owners and other interested parties can use this registry to find veterinary and animal health clinical studies on conditions ranging from arthritis to diabetes to cancer—in dogs, cats, horses, and other animal species. ➡ https://bit.ly/48u4zJ0

02/03/2024

And the answer is :
BLADDER STONES
Bladder stones are fairly common in dogs, cats, Guinea pigs and other rodents, and sheep and goats as well as many other species. In rarer instances, they can also form stones in the kidneys with or without bladder stones but these are usually smaller and fewer. Stones come in all shapes and sizes as you see in the pics below. Their appearance can depend on the mineral type they’re made of and how long they’ve been there. There are several types of stones with the most common being magnesium ammonium phosphate (Struvite) and calcium oxalate, but there are many others. Some of these stones can be dissolved with a specific prescription diet. However, as in this case, some dogs even on the prescribed diet have stones that won’t dissolve or dissolve very slowly leaving the animal uncomfortable and perhaps having symptoms of straining, incontinence, and UTI’s with blood. In these cases a Cystotomy (surgery of the bladder) is needed. The stones are removed and sent for mineral analysis to determine the best prevention strategy because they can come back, even within 1-2 years. To diagnose stones, first a urinalysis is done to look for signs of infection and/or crystals and these are treated with antibiotics and sometimes prescription diet. If symptoms recur, the next step is to do X-rays (or ultrasound) to look for stones and rule out other causes. Blood work should also be done. if kidney stones are found, dissolving with prescription diet or surgery will be recommended. If your pet is urinating frequently, straining to urinate, has blood in their urine, seems uncomfortable, having accidents in the house,call our office to make an appointment for an exam and urinalysis (bring a sample if possible). There are many other possible causes of all or some of these symptoms such as urinary tract infection, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, adrenal gland disease, behavior, or hormones. So get your pet checked out so they can be properly managed or treated, we can relieve any pain or discomfort, and we can prevent life threatening consequences such as complete urinary obstruction, permanent bladder or kidney damage, bladder rupture, and sepsis (whole body infection).

⭐️Quiz Time⭐️🧐
Who knows what these are / where they came from❓

Answer and more info and pics in comments

02/02/2024

⭐️Quiz Time⭐️🧐
Who knows what these are / where they came from❓

Answer and more info and pics in comments

01/27/2024

Did you know . . .
Pets can suffer from behavior problems much like mental illness in humans. Dogs and cats can have anxiety, depression, phobias, aggression, etc. that affect their behavior, activities, and even everyday lives. This, of course, affects your life as their owner as well. The number one management key to all of these is training by a professional. If your pet is having behavior problems, we encourage you to seek treatment by a veterinary behaviorist or trainer that is qualified in the treatment of your dog's specific issues located in your area. Supplements and medications can also help behavior problems and easement of anxiety, especially when paired with training. Call our office to schedule a behavior assessment and consultation and discuss options including oral homeopathic supplements, aids such as wearable comfort devices, room diffusers or sprays containing safe calming pheromones, or prescription medications. Many of these can be used just for stressful situations and and some can be used on a daily basis if needed.

11/02/2023

CVC’s Scooby and friends enjoyed our downtown trick-or-treat. Another great turnout and as always kids costumes were such fun!

08/26/2022

Happy National Dog Day! Smiles and cheers to all of our canine friends…