Wolfe Animal Hospital

12/10/2025

Doc stopped by today to check out the door inspired by him. He approved!❤️

12/08/2025

We need your help in our Door Decorating Contest! Please vote by liking your favorite door. For the vote to count you do have to like the picture
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12/08/2025

Our Christmas Elves have been busy decorating! Look for our next post with pictures and vote on your favorite door!

11/27/2025

Happy Birthday Dr. Barwick!! We are so very thankful to have you as our Veterinarian and leader. We appreciate your selflessness and dedication to our hospital, staff and our patients. We hope you have a Blessed Birthday as you celebrate Thanksgiving with your family!❤️ 🐾

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!

11/26/2025

Turning Point is holding a Wayne County Toy Drive! We have a toy drop box at the animal hospital. It is located behind the reception counter. We are happy to accept any new unused toys. Toys will be picked up December 8th. Please help to brighten a childs Christmas.🎄❤️

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

Please see the below notice from:
Animal Health Georgia Department of Agriculture

Multi-State Equine Herpesvirus Outbreak

The Georgia State Veterinarian’s Office is aware of an outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus-1 (EHV-1)/ Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in horses that were at or associated with barrel racing and rodeo-type events in Texas and Oklahoma within the last 3 weeks.

We do not have any confirmed cases of EHV/EHM in Georgia at this time and will follow up on any traces or reports to mitigate further spread of the disease.

Horse Owners: If your horses traveled to Texas, Oklahoma, or other equine events where EHV/EHM exposure may have occurred:

Isolate for 21 days after last known exposure.

Appropriate isolation includes restricted access to other horses, avoiding the sharing of equipment or personnel, and utilization of protective barrier precautions.

Monitor horses twice daily for elevated temperature (above 101.5*), respiratory signs (nasal discharge, coughing), and for clinical signs consistent with EHM (neurologic symptoms including inability to stand, difficulty walking, lethargy, and urine dribbling).

If ANY signs are noted, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Veterinarians: To report suspect or confirmed cases of EHV/EHM, call (404) 656-3667 or report online at https://gdaforms.wufoo.com/forms/georgia-reportable-animal-disease-form/. Diagnosis of EHV can be difficult as periods of viral shedding and viremia may vary - paired samples, including nasal swab and whole blood, is critical. Testing is at owner’s expense.

Upcoming equine events: Equine herpes virus can be shed for prolonged periods of time, including in clinically healthy horses, which increases risk for continued disease spread during a EHV/EHM outbreak.

Event Organizers: Consult with your veterinarian and understand the risks associated with hosting equine events during a multi-state outbreak. Cancellation or postponement of events is voluntary at this time but may be important to stop continued spread of disease. If events do take place, we recommend increasing biosecurity practices on site and prohibiting horses that have recently participated in events with known EHV/EHM cases.

Horse Owners: Consult with your veterinarian on the risks associated with travel to upcoming equine events. EHV is a ubiquitous virus and commonly present in the environment, so biosecurity measures are critical to decreasing potential for disease transmission.

Interstate Movement: Please note that many states may be implementing movement restrictions or new import requirements for equines during this outbreak. Please always check with the state of destination to ensure that you are following import restrictions.

Equine Herpes Virus Information:

EHV‐1 is spread from horse to horse through contact with nasal discharge or spread as aerosol droplets. Infected horses may not show clinical signs of the virus but may still act as carriers. Horses can also contract the virus by coming into contact with contaminated surfaces such as stalls, water, feed, tack, and transport vehicles. People can spread the virus from horse to horse by contaminated hands and clothing. It is important for owners to watch for signs and symptoms and practice biosecurity measures. Good biosecurity practices include extensive cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment that come in contact with affected horses, and individuals who treat or come into contact with infected horses need to follow appropriate disinfection protocols when handling multiple horses.

Additional information and resources:

A Guide to Understanding the Neurologic Form of EHV Infection

EDCC EHV Clinical Signs

AAEP EHV FAQ

AAEP General Biosecurity Guidelines

Contact Us
State Veterinarian and Animal Health office
404-656-3667
[email protected]

https://agr.georgia.gov/animal-health-state-veterinarians-office

11/12/2025

Honoring Our Heroes

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor and thank all who have served—two-legged and four-legged heroes alike. 🐾
To the brave men, women, and working animals who’ve sacrificed for our country, we are forever grateful.
From all of us at Wolfe Animal Hospital—Thank you for your service. 💙❤️

11/03/2025

We are now accepting new clients outside of Wayne County! We are offering a $25 first exam to all new patients (excluding emergency fees). Give us a call at 912-427-3212. 🐾

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from our staff🎃 👻 🐈‍⬛

10/29/2025

Look at these cute little muffins in their costumes!
We have Harley the Skeleton Frenchie and Pumpkin Spice the Bat Kitten!! 🐈‍⬛ 🦇 💀 🩻 🐾