Columbia Animal Clinic

03/20/2025

** Repost with additional info **

Good morning! We wanted to keep you updated on some changes here at the clinic.

We will no longer be doing deposits over the phone. When you call and make an appointment you will have several different options to pay online.

Appointment Deposits - Credit / Debit
We can send the deposit request through text or e-mail. Paying the appointment deposit through TEXT avoids the 3% credit card fee.

Surgery Deposits - Credit / Debit
We can send the surgery deposit through e-mail.

Care Credit Deposits -
We can send the care credit deposit requests through e-mail or text. Does not require the app, but it's helpful.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to find ways to keep your personal and financial information safe.

03/19/2025

Good morning! We wanted to keep you updated on some changes here at the clinic.

We will no longer be doing deposits over the phone. When you call and make an appointment you will receive a text message taking you to a link to securely pay online.

This system does not work when using care credit. You will have to make a payment straight through the care credit app.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to find ways to keep your cards and information safe.

03/12/2025

Just a friendly PSA

03/04/2025

02/19/2025

We often hear that flea, tick, and heartworm prevention is just a clinics way of trying to make more money off of the client. Or that the pet only goes outside to go to the bathroom and doesn't need to be on prevention.

Heartworm disease is contracted from mosquitoes, which can come inside of your home. All it takes is one bite from an infected mosquito.

We have diagnosed two dogs already this year with heartworm disease. If left untreated it is fatal.

The average cost of 12 months of heartworm prevention is 136 dollars. The cost to treat heartworm positive dog is roughly 1,000 dollars.

Please believe me when I say, we are not making thousands of dollars off of preventative medications. We truly are trying to keep your fur baby protected. For as little as 12 dollars a month it is well worth it to keep your baby safe.

02/19/2025

Daily tooth brushing is one of the best ways to prevent dental disease, and it’s typically easier if your furry friend gets used to it when they’re little. This is especially important if they’re a breed that stays small.

02/18/2025

Unfortunately, when it comes to dental disease, not all cats were created equal. Thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to help prevent it.

02/17/2025

Another thing people and pets have in common are the side effects of poor dental hygiene, here’s what to look for. Talk to your veterinarian about the best ways to keep teeth healthy.

02/16/2025

Cleaning your pet’s teeth can seem a daunting prospect, so here is some advice to help make daily brushing manageable for your furry friend. How does your pet respond to tooth brushing?

02/11/2025

Daily tooth brushing is the best prevention against dental disease. Are you making your pet’s teeth a priority? Your veterinarian can also help you with additional tools including a tailored diet.

02/11/2025

When did you last take your pet for a routine check-up?
Ask your veterinarian about how a tailored diet could help protect your dog or cat’s oral health.

02/05/2025

02/05/2025

Did you know your pet’s veterinarian is also their dentist? Here’s a reminder to schedule your routine visit. This month, we’ll be sharing information and advice on how you can help protect your four-legged friends' teeth.

12/24/2024

Merry Christmas! Just a reminder the clinic closes at noon today so the staff can do their Christmas Party and gift exchange and then go home to be with their families. The clinic will remain closed until Thursday December 26th at 930am. There will be no one available to answer any phone calls or text messages during this time.
Columbia Animal Clinic is not an emergency clinic. If you feel you have an emergency please contact your nearest emergency clinic. Thank you and have a safe holiday season.

12/17/2024

Bill has been a long time client here at Columbia Animal Clinic. We truly thank him for trusting us with his dogs over the years.

Thor has been coming to us since he was a baby and is the best boy.

We thought we would share with you all the joy these two are giving to those at the Cleveland Clinic.

12/05/2024

Felix is always creeping!

12/04/2024

Ever wonder why your cat doesn't want to eat the bottom layer of the food in their dish? It's all in the whiskers!

Cat whiskers, also known as vibrissae, are cats’ most important sensory organs, helping them understand their environment and navigate the world:

•Sensation: Whiskers are very sensitive to vibrations and changes in the air, allowing cats to sense objects without seeing them. The whiskers are full of nerve receptors and sensory cells that transmit tactile information to the brain.

•Navigation: Whiskers help cats navigate their surroundings, especially in low light or dark conditions. They can detect subtle changes in air currents, which helps cats avoid obstacles.

•Spatial memory: Cats use their whiskers to build a mental map of their surroundings.

•Balance and orientation: Whiskers help cats maintain their balance and sense of orientation.

•Hunting: Whiskers help cats hunt by guiding prey into their grasp.

Here are some other facts about cat whiskers:

•Whiskers are made from keratin, just like human hair, but they're much thicker.

•Cats are born with two sets of 12 whiskers, arranged in four lines on each side of their face.

•The length of a cat's whiskers depends on their breed. Longer-haired cats, like the Maine c**n, have longer whiskers.

•Whiskers grow back if the follicle isn't injured, and it takes about two weeks for them to grow back.

•Cats prefer to eat and drink from wide bowls, so their whiskers don't hit the sides.

•Each whisker is attached to a muscle, which allows the cat to control its movement.