Companion Animal Care DVM

12/30/2024

Happy New Year!
We will be closed December 31st and January 1st.
We look forward to seeing you in the new year!

12/21/2024

Mrs. Claws took a break from her Christmas prep to spend time with some furry friends!

11/28/2024

- Put the trash away where pets can’t find it.
Dispose of turkey carcasses, bones, and any related trash in a tightly secured trash bag placed in a closed container outdoors or behind a securely closed door.
- Keep the feast on the table.
Plain, boneless, and skinless turkey is generally safe for pets in small portions, but other table scraps—including gravy, sauces, dressing, and meat or poultry fat or skin—can be hard for pets to digest, and sometimes even a small amount can cause pancreatitis. The bones themselves can cause choking or intestinal blockage. Plus, many foods that are healthy for people are poisonous to pets, including onions, raisins, and grapes.
- No pie or other desserts for your pets.
Although small pieces of pumpkin can be a healthy snack for pets, pumpkin pie can contain ingredients that are toxic to animals, so it’s best to save pumpkin and other pies for human enjoyment. Chocolate can be harmful for pets, even though many dogs find it tempting and will sniff it out and eat it. The artificial sweetener called xylitol—commonly used in gum and sugar-free baked goods—also can be deadly if consumed by dogs or cats. Uncooked, yeast-based bread dough can cause problems for pets, including painful gas and potentially dangerous bloating.

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and while you may be looking forward to some good eats, there are some eats that may not be so good for your pet. 🦃🍁🥧

Here are a few important tips to keep in mind and help ensure your pets stay safe during the holiday. Find more info ➡️ http://bit.ly/2Ow57r3

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/27/2024

Avoid a trip to the emergency vet this Thanksgiving!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/49pi1Al

11/27/2024

Thanksgiving Hours

Our office will be closed for Thanksgiving so that our staff can spend time with friends and family (November 28th - December 1st). Boarding will be available. Call 256.837.3600 to reserve your spot.

11/14/2024

Our office will be closed for Thanksgiving so that our staff can spend time with friends and family (November 28th - December 1st). Boarding will be available. Call 256.837.3600 to reserve your spot.

10/31/2024

10/30/2024

It's Spooky Season!🎃👻 Here are some tips from the AVMA to keep your pets safe:

1. Don't feed pets Halloween treats. Raisins can cause your pet’s kidneys to fail, and candy may contain substances toxic to pets, such as chocolate or xylitol (a common sugar substitute found in sugar-free candies and gum).
2. Keep all human costume pieces away from pets, along with glow sticks, decorations, batteries, and other holiday items.
3. If you plan to put a costume on your pet, make sure it follows these guidelines:
-Fits properly and is comfortable
-Doesn't have any pieces that easily can be chewed off or cause choking
-Doesn't block your pet's sight, hearing, breathing, mouth, or movement

*for more tips, check the link in the comments*

10/18/2024

We're so grateful for the kindness, expertise, and unwavering dedication of our staff. Thank you for being such an incredible team!
Our vet techs at Companion Animal Care are the best there is! They always greet each client with a warm smile and make everyone who walks in the door feel genuinely cared for! We are truly blessed!

07/11/2024

Introducing Abbee Eacret
Favorite toy: Kitty toys
Favorite treat: Hamburger
Hobbies: Going for walks and playing with Mom and Dad

06/27/2024

Please note that our office will be observing Independence Day on Thursday, July 4th and will be closed for business.

06/27/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/prepared-pets-go-missing-july-4-5-day/

More pets go missing during July 4th weekend than any other time of the year. However, with the right preparation and knowledge, you can keep your dog safe.

05/24/2024

We will be closed for Memorial Day weekend (May 25th through 27th), but our BBQs will be open for business. We hope you have a fun weekend celebrating with family and friends!
Let us honor the sacrifices of those who have fought for our freedom this Memorial Day weekend. May it be a time of reflection, peace, and joy.

04/02/2024

Companion welcomes Dr. Rhonda Buxton to our family! Dr. Buxton joined Companion Animal Care DVM in February and we are so blessed to have her join our team! Give us a call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Buxton or Dr. Alford today at 256-837-3600.