An AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Hospital, Certified Fear-Free & Certified Cat-Friendly Practice Treats are employed to foster positive experiences.
Fear Free Check-in: Once you have arrived in our parking lot, please CHECK-IN through our FunkstownVet App, by visiting https://go.v2p.us/l/5IKg or by calling 301-733-7579 to let us know you are here. If you do not have a cell phone each door has a call box that you can speak directly with a member of our CSR team. Once it is time for your appointment a technician will call you prior to entering t
he building and will es**rt you directly into an exam room. Fear Free Exam Rooms: We have implemented numerous measures to establish a fear-free environment for our patients. Utilizing soft music and pheromones helps in creating a calming atmosphere. Additionally, we may find the need to limit the number of individuals present in an exam room with your pet. This may involve limiting the number of pet parents accompanying a pet into the exam room, asking someone to briefly step out of the room, or suggesting curbside visits for those with accompanying children. These adjustments are aimed at ensuring the comfort and well-being of our furry patients during their visit. Curbside Services are offered for:
Those showing signs and symptoms of cold or flu. Those with small children. Any pet owner that prefers Curbside or pet parents of Protective pets
Why: Not all pets thrive with their pet parent present. Some pets exhibit heightened protectiveness over their owners and may feel more at ease when they don't sense an immediate need to safeguard their human family. Curbside appointments for technician visits:
Exam rooms are reserved for wellness or sick visits with a Veterinarian. For this reason, technician visits will be done as a curbside service. Once you have checked in, (see above) a technician will speak with you about your pets’ health and care before bringing your pet inside for their requested treatment. Medication pickups:
It is recommended to call prior to arrival to finalize payment. Once you have arrived, call 301-733-7579 to let us know you are here. A staff member will bring your medication to you. Arrangements can also be made to have the medication ready in a pickup box located at the main glass door entrance from our parking lot.
12/23/2024
🎄✨ Our friend Yoshi's in his holiday finest to remind you that Christmas Eve is almost here! We'll be closing early tomorrow at 2 PM to celebrate. 🕒
📅 We will reopen on Friday, December 27th at 8 AM. If your pet needs emergency care while we're away, please visit our list of local Veterinary Emergency Services: www.funkstownvet.com/veterinary-emergency-services
🎁 Merry Christmas from all of us at the clinic! Stay safe and enjoy the holiday season! 🎅❤️
12/20/2024
Last weekend of shopping to help us cover Sir Henry in sweatsuits for our Veterans. You are welcome to drop them off anytime during our working hours. Thank you to all who have already donated.
12/17/2024
Sir Henry is really feeling the love, and some will our Veterans. You still have time to get your sweatsuits in we will be collecting them till December 24th ( Christmas Eve). Thank you for all of the donations big or small. The joy on the Veterans faces will warm anyone's heart.
12/16/2024
It's our first snow of the year! We loved how our tree looked last night in the snow. Do your pets like the snow? Share a photo below! ❄️🌨☃️
12/09/2024
We are getting closer to covering Sir Henry. With each new sweatsuit set we are able to show our Veterans we are thinking of them and thankful for them as well.
You can drop of any sets to us during our working hours or shop from your home and have them shipped right to us using our Amazon wishlist.
🎄 The Celebration of Trees kicks off this weekend at the Springfield Barn in Williamsport! 🎄
We’re thrilled to be part of the festivities with over 150 beautifully decorated Christmas trees. 🌟 Be sure to visit and check out our Hollywood-Themed Christmas Tree, a tribute to the pets we all adore from our favorite movies and TV shows. 🎬🐾
Stop by, snap some photos, and tell us—who’s your favorite on-screen pet? We’d love to hear! 💫✨
11/29/2024
🦃We hope everyone has a happy and safe Thanksgiving where everyone's heart and plates are full.🦃
Ours are full with the love you are showing us with your donations of sweatsuits for our Veterans. If you pick up any on your black Friday shopping we will be open tomorrow at 10am to 6pm.
11/26/2024
✨The holiday seasons are upon us✨ and we’re adjusting our office hours to give our team time to celebrate with their loved ones! 🦃
🌿We kindly ask that anyone needing food, medication, or prescription refills allow 48-72 hours for processing during the holiday season, as shipments may be delayed due to holiday closures.🎅 🎄
🌿In case of an emergency when we’re closed, please contact one the the local Veterinary Emergency Facilities by following the link. https://www.funkstownvet.com/veterinary-emergency-services/
11/19/2024
Sir. Henry has collected a few sets of sweatsuits and some warm fuzzy socks, but he is still wanting more. We have an easy Amazon wishlist that you can shop from your couch and have your items sent straight to our door.
🇺🇸Thank you Veterans for your service.🇺🇸
If you are looking for a way to thank them, we are collecting new sweatsuits (men's and women's) you can drop them off at the clinic or go to our Amazon wishlist and have them sent directly to us.
Drop a picture of your favorite Veteran in the comments.
11/02/2024
When you are this cute we ABSOLUTELY talk about Bruno. 🎶 What a great way to end the week. ❤️🐶
11/01/2024
Help us cover our beloved mascot Sir. Henry in a tower of sweat suit for our Veterans at the Martinsiburg VA hospital.
11/01/2024
🎃🐾 Happy Halloween from theAnimal Health Clinic Team! 🐾🎃
Our staff got into the Halloween spirit this year with a “Classic Toys” theme! From beloved beanie babies and care bears to legos ad more, we had a blast bringing back some favorite childhood memories in costume. 🧸🎲👾
Which classic toy you loved most as a kid? We hope our costumes bring a smile to your day as much as caring for your pets brings joy to ours! 💖
Wishing you and your pets a safe, spooky, and paw-sitively fun Halloween! 🎃🐱🐶
10/28/2024
🎁 Sweats for Vets! 🎁
it's that time of year again. We are now collecting donations for veterans at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center from November 1st - December 20th! Help bring warmth and comfort to those who’ve served by donating a new sweat suit. ❤️
What We Need:
🧥 New sweat suits for men and women (sets preferred)
📏 All sizes, especially XL, 2XL, 3XL, and 4XL
🎨 Solid colors (no designs or logos)
🧦 Socks and gloves are also welcome!
How to Donate:
✅ Shop our Amazon Wishlist or ship your donation directly to us!
✅ Drop off donations Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM. Weekend donations? Use our back door dropbox!
Support our veterans this holiday season! 🇺🇸💙
10/28/2024
Our buddy Obi Wan came in for his dental cleaning today and surprised us with some adorable photos of him dressed as the cutest little monster you can imagine! ❤️👾
10/24/2024
🎃👻TONIGHT is the night! 👻🎃
Canon and Kensi are dressed and ready to go! Join us for the Funkstown Halloween Parade and show off your furry friends in their best costumes! 🐾👑 Whether your pet is a spooky ghost, a cute pumpkin, or everyone's favorite candy, we want to see them strut their stuff!
🕔 Line up starts at 5:00 PM🎉 Parade kicks off at 6:00 PM sharp! 📍 Meet us in the Animal Health Clinic Parking lot. See you all tonight!
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What if a veterinary visit could be something you and your pet look forward to?
Fear Free veterinary medicine was a concept that was started in 2016 in response to concerns from veterinary professionals and owners alike about how their patients and pets were responding to basic medical care. Since then it has become one of the single most transformative initiatives in the history of companion animal practice, by focusing on the emotional well-being, enrichment, and the reduction of fear, anxiety and stress of our pets.
We at the Animal Health Clinic practice Fear Free methods on both our canine and feline patients. Why? Simple, because it’s better medicine. Stress slows the healing process. It skews results of blood test and vital sign readings. When pets are happy and calm instead of fearful, anxious, and stressed, the physical exam and blood chemistry yields better information.
When a pet is feeling stress, his or her owner’s level of stress will usually increase as well, which only serves to further increase the fear, anxiety, and stress in the pet. Fear has been shown to cause mental and physical illness in bother people and animals.
Our goal for 2020 is to further advance in our Fear Free mission is to reduce the signs of fear, stress and anxiety in our patients by altering their environment and how they are handled not just in the veterinary practice, but at home as well. There are many tip and trick you can use to bring the Fear-Free concept to your own home. Form more information visit FearFreeHappyHomes.com
