Fort Eisenhower Veterinary Clinic

08/29/2024

*** Closure Notification ***
Community reminder: we will be closing today at noon for our end-of-month activities and will re-open on Tuesday, September 3rd at 08:00 AM.

08/26/2024

We think it should be National Dog Day everyday ! Let's see your favorite dogs to celebrate!

08/07/2024

✨️NOW HIRING✨️
We are currently looking for 2 Animal Health Aides to join our team. If you, or anyone you know, are interested please apply through the link below!! Announcement closes on 08/12/2024

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/803214000

08/05/2024

*CLOSURE NOTICE*
Due to inclement weather, Fort Eisenhower Veterinary Services will be closed today, Tuesday August 7th. We will reopen tomorrow at 0800 and keep this page updated as needed.

07/31/2024

*** Closure Notice ***

Community reminder we will be closing today at 12 for our end of month activities. We will re-open Thursday August 1st at 0800 .

07/27/2024

Please give yourself extra time to get to your appointments. This will cause delays at Gate 6 and Gate 5 .

UPDATE 2: As of 2:55 pm, Saturday, July 27 the damaged section of the gate 1 shelter has been reinforced and both inbound lanes are open.

UPDATE 1: One lane at Gate 1 is now open for inbound traffic.

Due to a structure collapse, Gate 1 inbound lanes are closed until further notice for safety reasons.

Out bound traffic is open at Gate 1.

Please use gates 5 or 6 to access the post.

Updates will be shared here as they become available.

07/08/2024

✨️NOW HIRING✨️
We are currently looking for a Clerk to join our team. If you, or anyone you know, are interested please apply through the link below!! Announcement closes on 07/10/2024

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/798504000

07/04/2024

*Closure Notice*

We will be closed tomorrow Friday July 5th and will reopen Monday July 8th at 0800 for regular clinic hours .

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

06/28/2024

Reminder we will be closed today for end of month inventory . We are closed the last duty day of the month to complete these activities. We will reopen Monday July 1st at 0800.

06/23/2024

Heat stroke is an emergency and requires immediate treatment. Because dogs do not sweat (except to a minor degree through their foot pads), they do not tolerate high environmental temperatures as well as humans do. Dogs depend upon panting to exchange warm air for cool air. But when air temperature is close to body temperature, cooling by panting is not an efficient process.
Common situations that can set the stage for heat stroke in dogs include:
Being left in a car in hot weather
Exercising strenuously in hot, humid weather
Being a brachycephalic breed, especially a Bulldog, Pug, or Pekingese
Suffering from a heart or lung disease that interferes with efficient breathing
Being muzzled while put under a hair dryer
Suffering from a high fever or seizures
Being confined on concrete or asphalt surfaces
Being confined without shade and fresh water in hot weather
Having a history of heat stroke

Heat stroke begins with heavy panting and difficulty breathing. The tongue and mucous membranes appear bright red. The saliva is thick and tenacious, and the dog often vomits. The re**al temperature rises to 104° to 110°F (40° to 43.3°C). The dog becomes progressively unsteady and passes bloody diarrhea. As shocksets in, the lips and mucous membranes turn gray. Collapse, seizures, coma, and death rapidly ensue.

06/22/2024

You might know that cold weather poses health risks to your pets, but so does warm weather – even on days that don’t seem that hot to you. Knowing the risks and being prepared can help keep your pet safe.

https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/warm-weather-pet-safety

06/21/2024

They're creepy, they're crawly...and they can carry diseases. Fleas and ticks are not just a nuisance, but pose animal and human health risks. They suck your pet's blood, they suck human blood, and can transmit diseases. Some of the diseases that fleas and ticks can transmit from animals to humans (zoonotic diseases) include plague, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, bartonellosis and others. That's why it's critical to protect your pets from these pesky parasites and keep the creepy crawlies out of your home.

Fortunately, there are many effective flea and tick preventives on the market to help control the pests and prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases. Knowing what kind of product to use, and how to use it, is critical to the health and safety of your pet. Many are spot-on (topical) products that are applied directly to your pet’s skin, but there are some that are given orally (by mouth). Although medicines and pesticides must meet U.S. government-required safety standards before they can be sold, it is still critical that pet owners carefully consider their flea and tick preventive options (and closely read the label) before they treat their pets with one of these products.

Ask your veterinarian

Consult your veterinarian about your options and what’s best for your pet. Some questions you can ask include:

What parasites does this product protect against?
How often should I use/apply the product?
How long will it take for the product to work?
If I see a flea or tick, does that mean it's not working?
What should I do if my pet has a reaction to the product?
Is there a need for more than one product?
How would I apply or use multiple products on my pet?

Parasite protection is not “one-size-fits-all.” Certain factors affect the type and dose of the product that can be used, including the age, species, breed, life style and health status of your pet, as well as any medications your pet is receiving. Caution is advised when considering flea/tick treatment of very young and very old pets. Use a flea comb on puppies and kittens that are too young for flea/tick products. Some products should not be used on very old pets. Some breeds are sensitive to certain ingredients that can make them extremely ill.

They're creepy, they're crawly...and they can carry diseases. Fleas and ticks aren't just a nuisance, but pose animal and human health risks.

06/20/2024

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease in pets in the United States and many other parts of the world. It is caused by foot-long worms (heartworms) that live in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels of affected pets, causing severe lung disease, heart failure and damage to other organs in the body. Heartworm disease affects dogs, cats and ferrets, but heartworms also live in other mammal species, including wolves, coyotes, foxes, sea lions and-in rare instances-humans. Because wild species such as foxes and coyotes live in proximity to many urban areas, they are considered important carriers of the disease.

Dogs. The dog is a natural host for heartworms, which means that heartworms that live inside the dog mature into adults, mate and produce offspring. If untreated, their numbers can increase, and dogs have been known to harbor several hundred worms in their bodies. Heartworm disease causes lasting damage to the heart, lungs and arteries, and can affect the dog's health and quality of life long after the parasites are gone. For this reason, prevention is by far the best option, and treatment-when needed-should be administered as early in the course of the disease as possible.

Cats. Heartworm disease in cats is very different from heartworm disease in dogs. The cat is an atypical host for heartworms, and most worms in cats do not survive to the adult stage. Cats with adult heartworms typically have just one to three worms, and many cats affected by heartworms have no adult worms. While this means heartworm disease often goes undiagnosed in cats, it's important to understand that even immature worms cause real damage in the form of a condition known as heartworm associated respiratory disease (HARD). Moreover, the medication used to treat heartworm infections in dogs cannot be used in cats, so prevention is the only means of protecting cats from the effects of heartworm disease.

The mosquito plays an essential role in the heartworm life cycle. Adult female heartworms living in an infected dog, fox, coyote, or wolf produce microscopic baby worms called microfilaria that circulate in the bloodstream. When a mosquito bites and takes a blood meal from an infected animal, it picks up these baby worms, which develop and mature into "infective stage" larvae over a period of 10 to 14 days. Then, when the infected mosquito bites another dog, cat, or susceptible wild animal, the infective larvae are deposited onto the surface of the animal's skin and enter the new host through the mosquito's bite wound. Once inside a new host, it takes approximately 6 months for the larvae to mature into adult heartworms. Once mature, heartworms can live for 5 to 7 years in dogs and up to 2 or 3 years in cats. Because of the longevity of these worms, each mosquito season can lead to an increasing number of worms in an infected pet.

Many factors must be considered, even if heartworms do not seem to be a problem in your local area. Your community may have a greater incidence of heartworm disease than you realize-or you may unknowingly travel with your pet to an area where heartworms are more common. Heartworm disease is also spreading to new regions of the country each year. Stray and neglected dogs and certain wildlife such as coyotes, wolves, and foxes can be carriers of heartworms. Mosquitoes blown great distances by the wind and the relocation of infected pets to previously uninfected areas also contribute to the spread of heartworm disease (this happened following Hurricane Katrina when 250,000 pets, many of them infected with heartworms, were "adopted" and shipped throughout the country).

The fact is that heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states, and risk factors are impossible to predict. Multiple variables, from climate variations to the presence of wildlife carriers, cause rates of infections to vary dramatically from year to year-even within communities. And because infected mosquitoes can come inside, both outdoor and indoor pets are at risk.

For that reason, the American Heartworm Society recommends that you "think 12:" (1) get your pet tested every 12 months for heartworm and (2) give your pet heartworm preventive 12 months a year.

Heartworm society

06/19/2024

Is your pet on heartworm prevention? Do you know what heartworm disease is? Is your pet at risk? Stay tuned for very important life saving information for your pet!

A common myth is that only outside pets are at risk. If a mosquito can bite your pet then he or she is at risk and here is why:

How Heartworm Happens: The Life Cycle
First, adult female heartworms release their young, called microfilariae, into an animal's bloodstream. Then, mosquitoes become infected with microfilariae while taking blood meal from the infected animal. During the next 10 to 14 days, the microfilariae mature to the infective larval stage within the mosquito. After that, the mosquito bites another dog, cat or other susceptible animal, and the infective larvae enter through the bite wound. It then takes a little over 6 months for the infective larvae to mature into adult worms. In dogs, the worms may live for up to 7 years. Microfilariae cannot mature into adult heartworms without first passing through a mosquito.
-American Heartworm Society

06/11/2024

* Delayed Opening Notice *

We will be opening today at 1130 am due to mandatory training . Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause .

06/05/2024

✨NOTICE✨

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our new phones. Please be patient with us as we work to resolve this issue.
You can also email us at [email protected] for assistance.

Thank you for your understanding and support. 🐾

05/30/2024

✨CLOSURE NOTICE✨

We will close at noon tomorrow, May 31st, for End-of-Month Inventory.
We reopen on Monday, June 3rd, at 0800.

Have a wonderful weekend🐾

05/25/2024

This weekend is a time to honor every patriot who shed his or her blood for the freedom of our country. Let's bow our heads with respect in remembrance of all those men and women.

Real heroes never die. They always live in our hearts to inspire us, motivate us, and guide us in our lives.

Join us this Memorial Day as we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

05/20/2024

Attention Fort Eisenhower Community.
This baby is missing on Fort Eisenhower . Last seen on Pine street wearing a blue bow tie collar .

You can contact the owner at 580-695-9983 Shelby Keller

05/15/2024

✨NOTICE
Our phone lines are being replaced and will be down on 28 May. We are only expecting them to be down for the day but will keep this page updated if we run into any issues.

🐾DID YOU KNOW… you can schedule or cancel appointments, request records, and ask us questions regarding your pet(s) through our email?

You can reach us at [email protected] and a staff member will reach out within 24 hours.

05/11/2024

Observed on the second Saturday each May, National Dog Mom's Day is the perfect opportunity to spend some extra time with woman's best friend!

Tell us how you spent your National Dog Mom’s Day! Extra points for pictures.

04/29/2024

✨Pet Parent Day is celebrated on the last Sunday in April every year! It's a day to acknowledge and appreciate the love, care, and dedication that pet parents provide to their furry friends. It's a great opportunity to shower your pets with extra attention, treats, and affection. And, of course, to celebrate the joy and companionship they bring to our lives!

To all of our wonderful pet parents, enjoy the special bond you share with your pet and know that you are making a difference in their life.

Comment below and share a picture of your fur baby 🐾

04/19/2024

Good Morning Fort Eisenhower !! We are looking forward to seeing you Saturday April 20th on Barton field for the Spring Festivities!! Here is a sneak peak of the adoptable babies from Friends Of Felines of the CSRA ! If you rent you must show proof pets are allowed in your residence for adoption .

03/28/2024

✨CLOSURE NOTICE

We will be closed tomorrow, March 29th, for End-of-Month Inventory.
We will reopen on Monday, April 1st, at 0800.
Thank you for your understanding and support!

03/11/2024

McKenna Gate (Gate 1) will operate one lane for entry due to urgent maintenance until 3 p.m.

Please plan accordingly.

03/06/2024

** Training Advisory ** Wednesday, March 6

You may hear unusually loud noises, gunfire, and sirens during the Full Scale Exercise on Fort Eisenhower, Wednesday, March 6.

02/29/2024

Closure reminder :

Fort Eisenhower Veterinary Services will be closing at 1200 today for Inventory. We willl re-open tomorrow Friday March 1st at 0800 .

02/26/2024

Updates to Garrison Traffic Regulation USACCoE & FE 210-3

Fort Eisenhower, Directorate of Emergency Services, is launching an Installation Traffic Awareness Course (ITAC) to offer remedial training and to help military and civilian personnel retain their on post driving privileges.

The fines, points, and driving privilege suspensions previously in place, remain. The ITAC course will begin in March and may dismiss driving privilege suspensions for first time offenders. This isn't for DUIs, excessive, or repeat offenders.
- 2nd Offense: 3-month suspension
- 3rd Offense: 6-month suspension

Civilians and contractors with questions should reach out to their HR representative.

Link to information webpage and to review the policy in its entirety:
https://home.army.mil/eisenhower/des/ITAC

02/25/2024

Thank you for your service, Kex.

01/17/2024

Understand the Trusted Traveler Program.

Trusted Travelers must use Gate 5 or Gate 6 on weekdays between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m., excluding holidays.