Ash Creek Animal Clinic

07/02/2025

Our staff will be receiving training for our new computer software on Thursday afternoon,7/3. The clinic will be closed to appointments or anything requiring a veterinarian. We will have a SINGLE employee available to answer the phones and sell food or already refilled medications.
We will be closed Friday through the weekend for the 4th of July.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

06/13/2025

We have many changes happening now and in the near future. Please be patient and understanding with us, as we adjust to our new programs.
1. Our new X-ray program has been installed. We are back to being capable of taking in house radiographs.
2. We are in the process of transitioning over to a different online pharmacy. It will be available through our website as it was before, but will look different. This change is taking place over the next couple of days. Those of you with auto ships will be receiving emails regarding the change from us and the new company.
3. Beginning in early to mid July we will be using a new software program for scheduling and invoicing. PLEASE be patient with us as we learn a new and different program. Allow yourself a little extra time, as we will be a bit slower as we learn to navigate the program.

05/28/2025

Keep all products and foods containing ma*****na in pet-proof containers and in locked cabinets. Keep pets away from cannabis plants. If your pet ingests ma*****na, seek veterinary care and let them know you suspect ma*****na poisoning.

05/26/2025

We are closed today in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen tomorrow, 5/27, at 8 am. If your pet needs medical attention during this time contact:
Rivers Edge Pet Medical Center (Albany) 541-924-1700
Salem Veterinary Emergency Clinic 503-588-8082
Willamette Veterinary Hospital (Corvallis) 541-753-2223
WilVet Salem 503-741-8858

05/07/2025

Health advisories have been issued by Oregon Health Authority for Wapato Marsh in Multnomah County and Emigrant Lake in Jackson County due to cyanobacterial blooms. Update: On 5/9/25, Oregon Health Authority lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Emigrant Lake in Jackson County.

Avoid contact with the water in these locations. Dogs can become extremely ill—and even die—within minutes to hours of exposure to cyanotoxins from drinking water, licking their wet fur, or eating floating mats or dried crust along the shore.

Also known as toxic algae, cyanobacteria blooms can cause serious illness or death in pets, livestock and wildlife that ingest water or mats containing high concentrations of cyanotoxins.

A toxic algae bloom can look foamy, scummy, thick like paint, and pea-green or blue-green in color. It can look like a thick green or brownish-red mat, or bright green clumps suspended in the water. If you find thick, brightly colored foam, scum or mats in a lake, pond, river or stream—especially in shallow, marshy areas where cyanobacteria blooms can form—don’t let your pet drink or swim in the water.

Check our Web site or Oregon Health Authority's site for the latest cyanobacteria advisories before heading out. And remember: when in doubt, stay out!

05/06/2025

It's National Pet Week®, a time to celebrate the pets that enrich our lives! To keep your pet happy and healthy, veterinarians encourage responsible pet care every week of the year. Regular veterinary care, nutrition, exercise, socialization, and a lifelong commitment to the well-being of your companion pet are the cornerstones of responsible pet ownership.

05/03/2025

Today is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, an awareness event to encourage people to take action to reduce wildfire risks. A key part of protecting a home is eliminating vulnerabilities in the Home Ignition Zone—the immediate 5-foot zone around your residence.

* Clean roofs and gutters of dead leaves, debris and pine needles that could catch embers.
* Replace or repair any loose or missing shingles or roof tiles to prevent ember pe*******on.
* Reduce embers that could pass through vents in the eaves by installing 1/8 inch metal mesh screening.
* Clean debris from exterior attic vents and install 1/8 inch metal mesh screening to reduce embers.
* Repair or replace damaged or loose window screens
* Move any flammable material away from wall exteriors—mulch, flammable plants, leaves and needles, firewood piles—anything that can burn.
* Remove anything stored underneath decks or porches.

Learn more about protecting your home from wildfire at: https://www.nfpa.org/en/education-and-research/wildfire/preparing-homes-for-wildfire

04/26/2025

We ❤️ our veterinarians.

It's World Veterinary Day, a day to recognize and appreciate veterinarians and the veterinary care team! This year's theme "Animal Health Takes a Team" highlights the collaborative nature of veterinary practice and recognizes the essential role of multiple animal health professionals in providing high-quality veterinary care. Teamwork is a critical component of veterinary care, relying on the collective efforts of a range of professionals, including veterinary technicians, assistants, managers, front office staff, and other allied health professionals.

04/22/2025

Today is Parvo Awareness day.
Are you familiar with parvo?

Canine parvovirus infection is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2). The virus attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs.

All dogs are susceptible to canine parvovirus, although some dogs are at greater risk than others. These include puppies between 6 and 20 weeks of age, unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs.

Signs to watch out for:
Lethargy
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Severe, often bloody, diarrhea
Abdominal pain and bloating

Canine parvovirus is easily spread by direct contact with infected dogs, contact with f***s from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces. Surfaces can include kennels, bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs.

The virus is resistant to heat, cold, humidity, and drying, and can survive in the environment for long periods. Even small amounts of f***s from an infected dog can infect other dogs. It is highly contagious and dogs suspected or confirmed to be infected need to be isolated from other dogs to minimize spread of infection.

Vaccination and other preventive measures, including good hygiene are key to avoiding canine parvovirus infection.

04/18/2025

When you're teaching children about dog bite prevention and how to be safe around dogs, keep it simple. Here are a few easy tips to help children understand the importance of respecting dogs. Uncover more at avma.org/DogBite

04/16/2025

It's National Dog Bite Prevention week. Each year, several million people are bitten by dogs and about half of dog bite victims are children. Keep your dog up to date on its rabies vaccination. Without a current vaccination on record, your dog likely faces a quarantine if it bites someone. Here are some tips to help prevent dog bites.

04/12/2025

This Easter season, we want to remind cat owners to keep lilies out of their homes. All parts—petals, leaves, stem and pollen—of the Easter lily plant are poisonous and can cause kidney failure in cats within 72 hours. Tiger, day, rubrum, stargazer, and Japanese show lilies are also toxic to cats. Other Easter hazards include plastic "grass," chocolate, coins and plastic Easter eggs.