Guyton Animal Hospital

08/27/2024

We are closed 8/31 to 9/2 for Labor Day Weekend. We are also closing this Friday at 5 PM, so if you need to fill any medications, please make sure to call us before then! If you have an emergency while we are closed for the weekend, please call New River Veterinary Specialists.

08/21/2024

We have an easier and more convenient way for you to request medication refills for your pet! Submit a request form online at GuytonAnimalHospital.com!

https://www.guytonanimalhospital.com/rx-refill-form

08/05/2024

Assistance Dogs (a.k.a. service dogs) are expertly trained to help their disabled handlers live a more independent and safe life! Service dogs are specifically task- trained in unique tasks to help mitigate a disability for a single person. Check out these facts about assistance dogs!

- It takes 2-3 years to fully train a service dog and can cost anywhere from $10K to $30K!
- Service Dogs are NOT the same as Emotional Support Animals or Therapy Dogs. ESAs are pets that provide comfort to help ease anxiety or depression. Therapy Dogs are trained to provide comfort to groups of people (children in schools, patients in hospitals, etc.). Because of these training differences, only Service Dogs have Public Access Rights in the U.S.
- There is no National Service Dog Registry or way to "certify" an animal as a service animal. The only thing that makes a service dog, is their training!
- Service Dogs can be any breed of dog, and can be trained in dozens of tasks: guide dog, mobility dog, medical alert dog, allergen detection dog, PTSD dog, and so many more~

If you want to support the training of one of these amazing animals, donate to a service dog organization like Guide Dogs for the Blind, America's VetDogs, KSDS or Guide Dogs of America!

08/05/2024

We will be closed tomorrow 8/6 due to weather. We plan to resume normal business hours on Wednesday 8/7. If you have an emergency please call New River Veterinary Specialists @ 843-898-6787

08/04/2024

We are watching the weather forecast and will keep everyone updated if we are expecting any changes to our appointments.

07/19/2024

One of our favorite technicians, Tyrel is leaving us today.😞 Our staff had some last minute fun taking silly pictures to enjoy his final day with us. Tyrel is moving to pursue a Master's degree in Comparative Biomedical Sciences at UGA. If that's not impressive enough, he's also only 20 years old!!🙌 Please wish our brilliant, kid-genius a successful and safe journey in his future endeavors. We'll miss you Tyrel!!🎉

07/18/2024

We are running low on bedding for our patients at the clinic and would love if you could donate any extra or used towels and blankets you may have! Please NO comforters, pillows, or bed sheets (we have plenty of those!), but larger towels and blankets would be best!

07/10/2024

07/09/2024

We will be closing early tomorrow at 4 PM for our staff's Continuing Education Course! If you have an emergency with your pet, please contact Savannah Pet Urgent Care or New River Veterinary Specialists.

07/04/2024

🎉 Wishing everyone a star-spangled Independence Day!

(We are closed today and through the 7th and will re-open on the 8th. Contact New River Veterinary Specialists or Savannah Pet Urgent Care if you have an emergency with your pet.)

07/01/2024

It is time prepare our pets for the Fourth of July festivities, especially considering how many dogs can be affected by noise aversion. Fireworks and other loud noises can indeed cause stress and anxiety for our four-legged friends.
Environmental modifications like creating a safe and comfortable space indoors, using calming music or white noise machines, and providing distractions can help alleviate their anxiety. Some pets may benefit from medications prescribed by their veterinarian to manage their anxiety during times of increased noise.
If you are concerned about their pets' reactions to fireworks or other loud events, reaching out to us for advice on appropriate medications or strategies. Ensuring our pets feel safe and secure during these noisy times is crucial for their well-being.

For more information visit:
https://www.zoetispetcare.com/blog/article/dog-scared-fireworks

06/21/2024

Guyton Friends! This sweet orange boy is looking for a new home! His owner is moving overseas and is looking for a really good home for this baby! Mr. Pumpkin is 3 years old, neutered, up to date on shots, and declawed and will need to be an inside only cat. If you are interested in adopting this baby or want more information about him, please contact Stephanie Lynch at 912-344-0292🎃

06/21/2024

You may be looking forward to the dazzling and bright fireworks next month, but your pet may not! Pick up your pet's anxiety meds today so you and your furry friend can comfortably enjoy the holiday next month! (We will be closed 7/4 to 7/7 for the 4th of July).

06/20/2024

🍹🌴 Cheers to the longest day of the year! 🥳 Dive into summer fun by making sure your pet stays cool and refreshed all summer long! Check out our blog to see what sweet summer treats you can make for your pets this summer! https://wix.to/jD9GkkE

06/19/2024

Happy Juneteenth to all! 🎉 Also known as Black Independence Day, Juneteenth is the day all enslaved African Americans were freed and the day slavery ended in the United States! The day where ALL Americans were finally free is one that is now celebrated each year on June 19th. Join us in commemorating this important day by celebrating the freedom and progress our great country has achieved so far!

06/18/2024

Happy Veterinarian Appreciation Day!! To all the vets, old and new, thank you for the tireless work you put into healing and helping pets all over! A huge thank you especially to Dr. Rese and the staff of doctors Guyton Animal Hospital has seen recently! Make sure to show your love and appreciation to Dr. Rese when you see her!!

06/16/2024

🎉 Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! Treat your dad to something special today and let him know how much he's loved and appreciated! Share your favorite father-daughter/son memory in the comments below!

06/14/2024

June is National Microchip Month! Don't wait until it's too late! National Microchip Month is the perfect time to ensure your pet has a way to find their way home if they ever get lost.

Accidents can happen to anyone, even despite our best efforts. So, get peace of mind today by scheduling your pet to get microchipped! If your pet is already chipped, double check to ensure your info is registered and up-to-date for your pet's microchip.

06/13/2024

GAH Family, we are asking for your help to find a home for this sweet orange girl! Miss Purcilla is a darling 5 year old girl desperately looking for a new home. She is spayed, up to date on all her vaccines, and has hyperthyroidism. She does great with dogs, loves head scritches, and is good with most cats. She's currently living with 10+ other kitties, but is rather stressed in her current foster home. She ideally would do best as the only cat in the home, or with one other kitty in the house.

Please contact Mrs. Lindsey (912-856-5724) to adopt this sweet baby girl or for more information on her. (If you are interested, Mrs. Lindsey is offering a "trial run" before adopting out Purcilla to ensure she meshes well in your home!)

06/10/2024

We will be closed this Saturday. If you need to pick up any medications please call us!

06/03/2024

Looking for compassionate, cheerful, up-beat applicants who love animals to join our team!

Requirements:
- Degree of Veterinary Medicine
- Eligible for GA Veterinary Medical License
- Skilled in & passionate about surgery
***Experience is preferred but will consider new graduates if skilled in surgery***

05/31/2024

4-5 Week Old Kitten Looking for a New Home! This lovely Tuxedo boy loves to purr, is litter box trained, and is already eating soft food. If you are interested in adopting this baby, please contact Glynda Barner at 912-531-9521.

05/27/2024

Join us this Memorial Day by honoring and appreciating the brave women and men who have served and sacrificed. Show your gratitude by supporting veteran-owned businesses and donating to veteran-focused non-profits and charities. Happy Memorial Day! (We are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Please contact Urgent Pet Care of Savannah or New River Veterinary Specialists if you have an emergency with your pet.)

05/24/2024

Prayers for the staff and patients.

A candlelight memorial service for Dr. Mark Mudd has been planned for Wednesday, May 29th, at 7:00 pm at the Bryan Commons Dog Park. Please see the information below if you are interested in celebrating Dr. Mudd's life with us!

05/23/2024

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed through the weekend and on Monday. Please pick up any medications by 5 PM tomorrow to ensure your pet has any needed medications for the holiday weekend.

Contact New River Veterinary Specialists (Open 24 Hours: 843-898-6787) or Urgent Pet Care of Savannah (Open 10AM-10 PM on the weekend: 912-200-3985) if you have an emergency with your pet.

05/20/2024

Happy National Rescue Dog Day! 🐶 Celebrate the love, loyalty, and companionship a rescue dog can bring. With over 3.3 million stray dogs in US animal shelters, and even more in the streets, make a difference in a dog's life by opening your heart and home by adopting or choosing to foster. If you can't do either, send donations to your local shelters and rescues (and also spay and neuter your pets to avoid adding more dogs to the shelter + stray population!) Share your adoption or rescue story below!

05/13/2024

With the hot weather quickly approaching, are you and your pets ready? Don't let heat stroke catch your furry friends off guard! Take proactive measures to ensure your pets stay cool and comfortable all summer long!

An animal can develop a heat stroke in as little as 10 minutes in the right conditions. Air temperature, water availability, sun exposure, humidity, level of physical exertion, and amount of time in the heat are all contributing factors.

If your pet starts showing signs of overheating or heat stress (excessive panting with no breaks, thick saliva, high heartrate, and bright red gums and tongue), take them to a shaded, well-ventilated, and preferably, air-conditioned area immediately to begin cooling them down. Offer them cool (NOT COLD) water, and pour cool water over their fur and on their belly to bring down their body temperature. If you have a thermometer, take their temperature. (Normal temp for dogs and cats is 100.5 F to 102.5 F.) ****If your animal is still showing signs of being overheated after 15 minutes of you cooling them down, take them to the nearest ER ASAP!****

For outdoor dogs and cats, ensure they have a large shaded area to retreat to during the day. Remember that shaded areas change with the movement of the sun, so make sure they have a permanent place of shade during the day. If you can't offer an air conditioned structure outside, then consider adding a kiddie pool or shallow tub of water that your dog or cat can lie in. Make sure they ALWAYS have cool (not cold) drinking water available. For your indoor pets, limit any exercise or activities to before sunrise and after sunset.

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05/11/2024

"Moth·er
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verb
1. to bring up (a child) with care and affection"

Happy Mother's Day to all the Human Moms and Fur Moms out there! It is a hard, and often, thankless job, but just know you are so appreciated!

(Reminder: we are closed today in observance of Mother's Day tomorrow. Please reach out to Urgent Pet Care of Savannah or New River Veterinary Specialists if you have an emergency with your pet.)

05/09/2024

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