Fern Hill Veterinary Care

08/21/2024

Thank you for taking us out for a fun night out! Our team and some family got to enjoy trying a new activity, axe throwing! Of course, Paco was there to supervise and keep score 😉🥰

08/21/2024

Even while having to wear an e-collar after her procedure, Sequoia was all smiles while hanging out with PCC Technician student Jaiden! 🦮🐾

08/19/2024

We have two charming tuxedo kittens looking for their forever homes! These 12-week-old furballs are the epitome of cuteness and playfulness:

🐾 The Girl (all black face): A little princess with a sleek black and white coat, who’s always ready for snuggles and loves to play.

🐾 The Boy(black and white face): He is very comfortable around dogs and equally enthusiastic about playtime and cuddles.

Rescued from a crawlspace by our amazing staff, these kittens were lucky to be saved and are now thriving under the care of our devoted nurses. They’ve been exposed to car rides, different people, other cats, and even dogs, making them well-socialized and adaptable.

They’re:

Super playful
Love being petted
Thriving on Churu treats
They can be adopted together as a pair or separately. If you’re looking for a pair of sweet kittens to brighten your home, or just one adorable companion, these tuxedo kittens are ready to bring joy and affection into your life!

Please email us at [email protected] for more information, or if you are interested in meeting these little ones.

08/14/2024

08/12/2024

Pip showing off his camouflage skills 😂❤️

08/07/2024

Sully and Frank 😻❤️🐈‍⬛🐈

08/06/2024

Leif was soooo sleepy after getting sedated for radiographs 😴🥱

08/05/2024

Mr Meowgi closing his eyes and thinking of his happy place 🧘‍♂️ (which is NOT the vet 😉) This old man gets some pre-visit sedatives which helps him be a lot more comfortable for his exam and treatments 😻

07/25/2024

Poor Griffin had some scleral hemorrhage (bleeding in the eyeball). Although the exact cause is unknown, it was suspected that this occurred after a stressful altercation with another dog. We stained the eyeball to look for any corneal ulcers (hence the neon green eye bo**er), checked the eye pressures, and sent out a lab panel testing for any potential clotting abnormalities. Everything came back normal! After a week of rest and a short course of an anti-inflammatory medication, Griffin was back to his normal cute self! 👀❤️

07/24/2024

Hanna working on placing an IV catheter (her second one ever!!) 💉 We are always encouraging our team to learn and grow in their technical skills!

07/19/2024

We were so honored to have KOIN News reach out to us wanting to feature our woman owned private practice! Our very own Dr. Alicia Zambelli, and of course her dog Pip, got the chance to shout out our amazing practice and team!

07/15/2024

Sprocket always riding in style to his doctor appointments 🏍️ *old picture, taken prior to heatwave ❤️

07/12/2024

Rocko recently got a DNA test- comment below what you think the results were?

07/10/2024

How precious is baby Dax?

07/08/2024

Not only did Dr. Zambelli examine Barley, but so did his big sister Zoe! Maybe there is a future veterinarian in the making?! 👩‍⚕️🩺🥼

07/05/2024

07/01/2024

Please make sure you are keeping your pets safe this holiday season! Reach out if you need any further advise on creating a safe environment for your pet

06/24/2024

C is for Cataracts! The lens of the eye is what focuses the image the eye is seeing, and is made of tissue fibers. With age, the lens becomes more compact with these fibers, causing a cloudy look to the eye, called nuclear sclerosis. Despite the cloudy look, dogs with nuclear sclerosis can still see clearly.
Cataracts also make the eye appear cloudy, but can cause blindness and sometimes pain. Cataracts occur when the proteins in the lens clump together, and can cause painful inflammation and damage. They can occur for many reasons, including genetic predisposition, trauma, dietary deficiency, and (commonly on dogs) diabetes. Cataracts can also luxate, causing damage to other parts of the eye, affecting things like natural fluid drainage, and creating additional issues like glaucoma.
Depending on the origin and severity of the cataract, surgical removal with an ophthalmologist may be an option, and can restore vision. Some cataracts will begin to dissolve over time; however this creates a high amount of inflammation, and may require topical treatment to help keep your pet more comfortable during the process.

06/21/2024

Loki was all smiles for his check up 😄 Loki is a veteran assisting service animal 🦮

06/19/2024

Fern Hill Veterinary Care recognizes and honors this important day in history. Today we will be supporting a local black owned business, as well as making a donation to the Equal Justice Initiative. Please check out eji.org to see what great work they are doing.

06/17/2024

Freddie Mercury 😍 Love this cute little boy, and his name! 👨🏻🎤🎶

06/10/2024

Platinum and Fishball ❤️😍

06/05/2024

B is for…Bladder Stones! Bladder stones begin when crystals form in the urine. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including pH changes, increased urine concentration, infection, and changes in overall mineral makeup of the urine. Over time, the crystals combine and create actual bladder stone structures. These stones can vary significantly in size, texture, and number.
Any changes in your pets urinary habits may be a sign of something going on inside the bladder. Checking for crystals in the urine under the microscope, radiographs, and ultrasounds are common diagnostics performed when bladder stones are suspected. Depending on the type and number of stones, treatment can range from a changing to a prescription diet to surgical removal of the stones (cystotomy). If a bladder stone is removed, it is sent to a laboratory specializing in urolith (bladder stone) analysis to see what type it is, and what the best ways of preventing recurrence might be.
Most pets with a history of urinary issues do best if they eat a therapeutic prescription diet and drink plenty of water to create dilute urine.

06/03/2024

Happy Pride Month from the team at Fern Hill Veterinary Care! 🌈🏳️‍🌈❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 🌈

06/01/2024

Ferrari did not mind posing for the camera 📸 ❤️ We first met this sweet girl last month, when her family had recently noticed some new lumps on her neck and leg. After some diagnostic testing, we made the unfortunate diagnosis of Lymphoma. Since then, Ferrari has been in the care of an oncologist, and is going through chemotherapy. She is currently considered to be in partial remission!! Ferrari has been feeling good and always has the best attitude! ❤️❤️❤️

05/30/2024

Cassidy taking a nap during her sterile urine collection 😴 The trough was so comfortable, she couldn’t help herself! 😂 Of course she woke right up when she heard there was cheese!

05/28/2024

We may not have fine china or shiny silverware, but Jasmin still gave her dining experience a 5 ⭐️ !! Churu straight off the hand, compliments to CVT Candyce for the great service!

05/20/2024

Fern Hill Vet turns TWO YEARS old!! Time flies, and we could not do this without our truly fabulous staff and, most importantly, all of you and your awesome pets! ❤️🥰 Thank you all for your support, and for supporting your locally owned veterinary hospital! To celebrate, we had a great time painting together 😁 Here’s to year three!!

05/13/2024

Lola wanted to say hi! 👋

05/11/2024

Staff presentations have begun at Fern Hill Veterinary Care! An opportunity for our team to share their knowledge and passion with their peers!
First off was veterinary assistant Hannah! Hannah has recently returned from a three month mission to Somaliland, where she volunteered with the Cheetah Conservation Fund in assisting wild cheetahs involved in the illegal pet market. Their Somaliland conservation center has nearly 100 wild cats in their care. The team got to hear about the fascinating process of training with these wild animals in order for them to allow routine medical care such as vaccinations and blood draws, as well as became more informed on the severity of the threat humans are to these beautiful creatures.