Ferdinand Veterinary Clinic, LLC

10/08/2025

PSA and Reminder: Drs. Megan, Tesa, and KayLee will each be going on maternity leave this winter.
If your patients typically get their wellness exams in January, February, or March, PLEASE call today to schedule them early. It is completely safe for them to receive their vaccines a few months early. As a reminder, if you are planning to board your furry companion during the winter holidays, please contact your boarding facility to determine what vaccines and dewormer your pet needs to stay there (and to schedule their stay). We have added Canine Influenza to our recommendations if you plan to board in the Lewiston/Clarkston area.
If your patients are on medications and typically need their yearly exam in January, February, or March, PLEASE call today to schedule them early. This way, the doctors can get the refills in the system, and you can receive your medication even if your doctor is out of the office. THIS INCLUDES BRAVECTO AND NOISE/FIREWORK ANXIETY MEDICATIONS
We ask for your patience and understanding in the upcoming months as wait times will be longer than normal while they are on maternity leave. We shall continue to offer sick patient exams for current clients and do our best to accommodate emergencies. Routine procedures and wellness exams will be more limited in availability. Thank you in advance for your kindness and patience.
Reminder: We are not taking new clients at this time.

10/03/2025

Hello, everyone.
One of our clients is moving and is unable to bring 2 young kittens with her. They are both females and are 14 weeks old. They received their first vaccines today and are due for boosters in 4 weeks. Pictures are below.
If you or someone you know is interested in adopting them, please call the clinic at 208-962-3300.

10/01/2025

Hello, Everyone.
Here are the promotional codes for our online pharmacy for the month of October. As a reminder, we do not charge the outside pharmacy fee for prescription orders placed through this pharmacy: https://ferdinandvetclinic.securevetsource.com.
Happy October!

09/30/2025

Good afternoon, all. We have had a recent uptick in parvovirus cases in our canine companions. Please read the following carefully, especially if you have a puppy or dog, or are planning to adopt a puppy.
Parvovirus is extremely contagious: it can be carried on your shoes if you visit another location with the virus. It can also be spread by wild canids including coyotes and foxes. If your puppy shows signs of vomiting, diarrhea, inappetence, or lethargy, please call ASAP: the virus can act very quickly and can lead to death in immunocompromised patients.
Due to past “outbreaks,” we at Ferdinand Veterinary Clinic strongly encourage EVERY dog gets vaccinated yearly for parvovirus. Below is the vaccine schedule. Please call today to schedule your puppies and adult dogs.
The ideal vaccination schedule is as follows: puppies receive their first dose at 6 or 8 weeks of age, then they receive doses 3 weeks apart until they are 16 weeks old. If a puppy misses a vaccine, they are at a higher risk of contracting parvovirus.
If your puppy or dog is older than 16 weeks old, they still need one booster of the vaccine 3-4 weeks from the first. Then yearly vaccination is recommended: we have had several adult dogs contract the virus and die.
As a reminder, we are not currently taking new clients. We suggest you call your current veterinary clinic and schedule with them.
Visit https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239... for more information about the vaccination schedule, and https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239... more information about parvoviral infections.

09/23/2025

Good afternoon, all. If you have a kitten, or are planning to adopt a kitten, please read the following carefully. Cats are very susceptible to Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs) that can cause nasal discharge and eye issues. There are 4 main causes of this disease pattern: feline herpesvirus type-1, feline calicivirus, Bordetella bronchiseptica, and Chlamydophila felis. The viral causes compose 90% of URIs, so treatment with an antibiotic is often ineffective, though your veterinarian may prescribe an antibiotic to treat infections secondary to the virus.
Any cat or kitten infected with the herpesvirus becomes a carrier for that disease, and approximately ½ of the animals infected with calicivirus will become carriers. A carrier is a cat who has the disease in their body for life. This means the virus can become reactivated due to stressors such as changing homes, boarding, disease, or surgery. This also means they can shed the virus to other animals at any time.
Additionally, many kittens infected will develop conjunctivitis, or inflammation of the tissues surrounding the eye. This can lead to ulcers on the surface of the eye, and - in severe cases - rupture of the eye leading to the need for the eye to be removed.
Due to the risks of infection at an early age, the ideal vaccination schedule is as follows: kittens receive their first dose at 6 or 8 weeks of age, then they receive doses 4 weeks apart until they are 16-17 weeks old. If a kitten misses a vaccine, they are at a higher risk of contracting a URI and spreading the disease to your older cats.
If your kitten or cat is older than 16 weeks old, they still need one booster of the vaccine 3-4 weeks from the first. Then yearly vaccination is recommended.
As a reminder, we are not currently taking new clients. We suggest you call your current veterinary clinic and schedule with them.
Click here for more information about URIs in cats.

Learn about feline upper respiratory infection. VCA Animal Hospital offers professional guidance to help you ensure the health and happiness of your pet.

09/02/2025

Hello, Everyone.
Here are the promotional codes for our online pharmacy for the month of September. As a reminder, we do not charge the outside pharmacy fee for prescription orders placed through this pharmacy: https://ferdinandvetclinic.securevetsource.com.
Happy September!

08/29/2025

Good morning.
We will be closed Saturday 8/30 through Monday 9/1 for Labor Day weekend. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday 9/2.
Have a safe and Happy Labor Day Weekend!

08/12/2025

Citizens of Ferdinand beware! There is something in the water at Ferdinand because all three of our young vets are pregnant and due within a few weeks of each other. Just kidding about the water. However, Drs. Megan, Tesa and KayLee will each be going on maternity leave this winter.
If your patients typically get their wellness exams in January, February, or March, PLEASE call today to schedule them early. It is completely safe for them to receive their vaccines a few months early. As a reminder, if you are planning to board your furry companion during the winter holidays, please contact your boarding facility to determine what vaccines and dewormer your pet needs to stay there (and to schedule their stay). We have added Canine Influenza to our recommendations if you plan to board in the Lewiston/Clarkston area.
If your patients are on medications and typically need their yearly exam in January, February, or March, PLEASE call today to schedule them early. This way, the doctors can get the refills in the system, and you can receive your medication even if your doctor is out of the office. THIS INCLUDES BRAVECTO AND NOISE/FIREWORK ANXIETY MEDICATIONS
We ask for your patience and understanding in the upcoming months as wait times will be longer than normal while they are on maternity leave. We shall continue to offer sick patient exams for current clients and do our best to accommodate emergencies. Routine procedures and wellness exams will be more limited in availability. Thank you in advance for your kindness and patience.
Reminder: We are still not taking new clients at this time.

08/04/2025

Hello, Everyone.
Here are the promotional codes for our online pharmacy for the month of August. As a reminder, we do not charge the outside pharmacy fee for prescription orders placed through the links below.
Happy August!

07/23/2025

Join us in welcoming our newest doctor, Dr. Tesa Blewett. She will start seeing patients the beginning of August. Below is a brief bio.
Note: we are still not taking new clients at this time.

"I grew up in the Willamette Valley of Oregon dreaming of becoming a vet since I was a little girl (5 years old). I started out in pee-wee rodeo and showed horses in 4-H. I participated in many sports growing up from gymnastics to volleyball. Attended college at WSU for my undergraduate education then getting my Veterinary degree from Colorado State University in May of 2025. I am very excited to be joining Ferdinand Veterinary Clinic and look forward to getting to know everyone. There will be a lot of learning, and I am looking forward to growing and gaining trust in the community. I am interested in small and large animals, but I do have a special place in my heart for horses. While in school my areas of interest where reproduction and sports medicine. In my personal life I enjoy outdoor activities and love the snow. I also like baking, canning, drawing and spending time with my husband and family."

07/21/2025

Update: It is 8:25 and we have internet again. Thank you for your patience.
Original Post:
Good morning everyone.
Our internet is down and we will be unable to take phone call until AirBridge can come and fix it. Please be patient while we work through this technical issue.
If you have an animal emergency and still cant get ahold of us, there are several clinics in the Lewiston-Clarkston area and an emergency clinic in Moscow (Viking Animal Clinic).
We will update you once the internet returns. Thank you for your patience.

07/09/2025

Good morning, everyone.
Between medical appointments and veterinary outreach, we will have one of our doctors out of the office most of this month. We ask for your patience and understanding as wait times will be longer than normal. We shall continue to offer sick patient exams for current clients and do our best to accommodate emergencies. Routine procedures and wellness exams will be more limited in availability. Thank you in advance for your kindness and patience.