Animal Care Clinic

04/04/2025

Carrot Crunch Time!
It's International Carrot Day, and guess what? Your furry best friend can join the celebration!

Did you know carrots are a fantastic treat for dogs?
They're low in calories, packed with vitamin A to keep their skin and immune system healthy, loaded with fiber for good digestion, and even help keep their teeth clean!

04/03/2025

April is Heartworm Awareness Month.
There are many "tall tales" floating around about heartworms. Here are some of the facts:

MYTH: "Dogs catch heartworms from other dogs" - Heartworms spread by infected mosquitoes, which bite and infect dogs, cats, ferrets and wild animals like coyotes.

MYTH: "Cats don't get heartworm disease" - Not only can cats get heartworms, harboring just one adult heartworm can be lethal. As for treatment, there isn't one.

MYTH: "My dog is on prevention, so he doesn't need to be tested" - Don't skip that test! Medications can be spit out, rubbed off, or forgotten, creating windows of infection opportunity.

MYTH: "Heartworms are only transmitted in the summer" - Depending on locale (here in WNC!), mosquitoes that transmit heartworms can thrive during the colder months. They can also fly indoors or shelter in warm, protected areas.

MYTH: "My indoor cat doesn't need prevention" - In fact, 1 in 4 cats diagnosed with heartworms is an indoor-only cat.

MYTH: "Heartworm prevention isn't worth the money" - Heartworm preventives can cost less than $10 a month for a dog, but treatment can cost more than $1,000. And besides, your pet's health is priceless!

03/28/2025

Our new website is officially available!

You can now request appointments and refills and have access to a library of information.

We are still in the process of adding more information but come take a look!

Animal Care Clinic is a full-service, Fear-Free veterinary hospital. We are located in the heart of Apple Valley in Hendersonville, NC. Serving Flat Rock, Zirconia, and more.

03/28/2025

Beginning March 1st, the state of North Carolina has required the veterinary community to report dispensing of gabapentin to the CSRS (Controlled Substances Reporting System).

This is because there is evidence that gabapentin, when taken with opioids, can increase the risk of unintended overdose.

This means, that up to a certain strength, gabapentin refills that are more than 48 hours worth of medication must be called into a pharmacy.

If your pet needs a refill, please talk to our friendly reception team who will assist in getting your prescription called into a pharmacy of your choice.

03/26/2025

If your pet is experincing a medical issue that needs immediate attention but is not life-threatening, give us a call.
We schedule by appointment and can accommodate some urgent cases. Availability is limited but we will do our best to provide care for your pet. Please call ahead and chat with one of our friendly receptionists. New clients are welcome!

03/26/2025

With the wildfires approaching our area, it's imperative to be prepared in case of an evacuation. Here are some tips to have your 4-legged family members ready:

* Identification: Make sure all pets wear collars with up-to-date tags, including your contact information. Consider microchipping if you have not already done so and label all carriers with your contact info.

* Medications: Have at least a two-week supply of your pet's medications in a water-proof container.

* Food and Water: Pack at least a two-week supply of food and water stored in airtight, waterproof containers.

* Other Essentials: Have a copy of your pet's vaccines and/or medical records handy in case of emergency boarding. Have comfort items, such as beds, toys, blankets, etc. that will help your pet feel comfortable during an evacuation or emergency boarding stay.

Please contact the office if you need a refill of your pet's medications or copies of their records. Our receptionist team can get those filled as quickly as possible and email records to you.

03/18/2025

Welcome to our brand new page! 🥳🥳
We are so happy you are here! We look foward to sharing with you all of our new updates and announcements.

With love, your other family vet, Animal Care Clinic♥️🐶