Elk River Veterinary Care

01/11/2025

We will be closed tomorrow (1/11/2025) as well due to the snow freezing overnight.
We hope everyone had fun today playing in the snow and kept themselves and those fur babies warm!

Everyone stay safe!

01/10/2025

Due to the amount of snow we have already accumulated, we will be closed for the day!
Please stay safe and warm during the snow!

We’d love to see photos of your pets playing in the snow 🙂 Feel free to share below!

For emergencies, please seek your nearest emergency clinic. We recommend Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency.
For those with boarding pets with us, they have already been taken care ❤️ Ms. Janice loves your babies as much as you do!

01/10/2025

Chemistry panels help assess your cat's health along with other routine wellness exams. They're best known for evaluating how healthy organs such as the liver, kidneys, and pancreas function. Early signs of liver and kidney disease and diabetes can be detected through this test. A urine sample is also recommended for a thorough check to get a complete picture of your cat's health. Have you scheduled your pet's routine wellness exam? Contact us at (931) 240-4001.

01/10/2025

As of right now, we will delay opening until 9am to see how the weather and roads looks. We will see who all can get into the clinic as well. Our utmost concern is for our staff and clients to stay safe during this weather!
We will announce if any other changes will occur as soon as we can make decisions!
We apologize for any inconvenience!

If you have an emergency, please seek your closest emergency clinic for your pet’s needs. We recommend Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency.

01/09/2025

With the busy pace of life, our dogs can't always be with us. We often have to leave them at home and return to them later. As a result, some pets may develop separation anxiety. Fortunately, there are effective ways to help them overcome this. You can train them to understand that you'll be back soon and that there's no need to worry. Techniques like counter-conditioning, gradual desensitization, increasing physical stimulation, and creating a safe space can help. If you need more guidance, please call us at (931) 240-4001.

01/08/2025

We are watching the weather just like everyone else for Friday. While we love seeing all our clients and their pets, everyone’s safety come first. We will post all clinic closure or abbreviated hours here on our page. We will keep you posted! Stay warm, stay safe, and have fun!
As for now, we will be open our regular hours and will work pets in as needed tomorrow, Thursday 1/9/25!

01/04/2025

As satisfying as this is to remove for us, it can be pretty painful for our furry friends. You can see that the patient is sedated for this thankfully!! You can also see how much hair and debris are in this ball of fur!! Our long haired dogs may need this more often than you realize!

01/03/2025

How did we ring in 2025?? With some continuing education! 📖 💉

Super proud of this group (along with the few not photoed since we forgot to get an “official” group picture)!
This team worked to sharpen their skills and knowledge of anesthesia, which is so important for patient care! I am so proud of them as they continue to grow and improve each day! Veterinary medicine is ever evolving, and days of continued education are so important for us be able to provide the highest quality medicine around! We want to provide the very best medicine for your furry family members that we absolutely can and will continue to learn new things whenever we can!

01/02/2025

Happy New Year from Our Team! As we enter the last day of 2024, we would like to thank you for trusting us to care for your animals over this past year! We look forward to working with you in 2025. Wishing you all a safe and Happy New Year🎉

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from our crew to yours! Share your photos of your pets ringing in the New Year!

01/01/2025

While we may not believe it, even our unconditionally loving dogs can lash out under stress. These moments are rarely unprompted and can be avoided if we learn the different conflict defusing signs our dog will display. Respecting your dog's boundaries will leave them feeling more comfortable and safer in your household.

Stay current with your dogs' healthcare needs and schedule their appointment by calling (931) 240-4001.

12/31/2024

Did you know that cats have excellent night vision due to a reflective layer behind their retinas called the tapetum lucidum? This layer enhances their ability to see in low light conditions. Are you looking for a vet who puts the care of your pets first? Look no further! Contact us today at (931) 240-4001 to schedule an appointment.

12/29/2024

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Rabies vaccinations are required by law. The risk of human exposure outweighs the “Fluffy never goes outside” theory. Any mammal can spread rabies, including small rodents, bats, and other wildlife that frequent most yards without us knowing. Rodents and even bats can slip into a home without anyone knowing. Did you know the most common human exposure in our region are bats that get inside a home unexpectedly?!?!

Please, please get your pets’ rabies vaccines to help reduce your potential exposure! Rabies in incurable, but it is so preventable with a simple annual vaccine.

The victim, a resident of Northern Kentucky, succumbed to the disease after receiving medical treatment in both Kentucky and Ohio.

12/28/2024

Did you know that pets come with some powerful health benefits? Caring for a dog, cat, or other animal can help relieve depression and anxiety, lower stress, and improve your heart health. Remember to keep your pet healthy by seeing us for regular wellness visits by giving us a call at (931) 240-4001!

Caring for a dog, cat, or other pet can help to ease loneliness, relieve stress, anxiety, and depression, and provide unconditional love.

12/27/2024

Just a reminder:
We will not have a doctor in office tomorrow, Saturday 12/28. You are welcome to come pick up prescriptions, make appointments, or get nail trims (with restrictions).
If you need to see a doctor we will be glad to make you an appointment.

12/27/2024

Cats are nimble, flexible, and quick due to the 230 bones in their body! Despite having an additional 24 bones to that of humans, who only have 206, the skeleton of a cat is very similar to ours. Cats have 13 ribs while humans have 12, and both have clavicles, but unlike humans, they are unattached to other bones. Stay current with your cats' healthcare needs and schedule their appointment by calling (931) 240-4001.

12/25/2024

Are you a cat and dog owner? Do you prefer bringing your pets separately or together for their appointments? Sometimes, even animals need support buddies! Our pet-centered wellness care comes with big smiles! Contact us at (931) 240-4001 today.

12/24/2024

Just a reminder as we prepare to spend time with our loved ones!
Merry Christmas!🎁🎄 🐾