Hillsboro Animal Hospital

11/01/2024

Pet Cancer Awareness Month

Prevention is key when it comes to pet cancers. Several things you can do to help reduce your pets risk is: spay or neuter before sexual maturity, provide good nutrition, reduce exposure to harmful chemicals or foods, regular veterinary care and annual bloodwork.

When it comes to signs and symptoms to look for some may include, but are not limited to the following: lumps on or under the skin, frequent cough, lethargy, sudden weight loss, loss of appetite, repeated vomiting /diarrhea, swollen lymph nodes, and blood in stool or urine.

These symptoms can also be symptoms of other ailments, so if you pet is experiencing any of the symptoms, please schedule an appointment with your veterinarian.

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween from your friends at Hillsboro Animal Hospital!

No matter how cute your pets look in their costumes, don't share any candy with them! 🎃👻

10/17/2024

Derby came in today to see Dr. Clausell and quickly became the best patient of the day! Is he not the cutest? 😍

10/15/2024

Happy Vet Tech Appreciation Week! 🐾 Our Vet Techs are the ultimate pet whisperers, multitaskers, and miracle workers—all rolled into one. From comforting anxious pets to assisting in surgeries, they do it all with a smile (and a lot of pet hair)!

Let's give a big shoutout to these everyday heroes. Drop some love in the comments! 💙

10/08/2024

Please help us welcome our new Medical Director, Dr. Justin Fischer! Dr. Fischer comes to us with over 20 years of veterinary experience and a previous practice owner. Dr. Fischer starts seeing new patients on next Wednesday, October 16th.

Call today to schedule an appointment or schedule online on our website.

09/11/2024

Employee Pet Spotlight: Ruby 🐶

Ruby is our Lead Receptionist, Jamie’s beloved boxer.
Ruby is a sassy, charming, and courageous 12 year old boxer. When her owner passed away, she came to live with his daughter Jamie. Ruby is especially fond of Jamie's husband Ross and frequently takes Jamie's place on the couch to snuggle with him. She has fought cancer for the past 4 years that she has been with Jamie, but she never lets it get her down. Even after losing a leg, she still happily jogs to daycare at Green Hills Kennel and bounces up and down while barking at Jamie's coworkers for treats. Ruby reminds her mom that even though a cancer diagnosis can be sad and scary, it isn't who you are, and life can still be fun. Ruby is looking forward to her 13th birthday in November. If you see her, be sure to offer her a treat!

09/03/2024

Employee Spotlight: Amber, LVMT ✨

Amber joined us as a LVMT in January of 2011. She is one of our lead technicians. Amber and her husband Brandon have three children, Emma, Logan and Owen. They also have Moose, a Goldendoodle, and Branch, an English Springer Spaniel. Amber grew up in Wi******er, TN, and graduated from Columbia State in 2009 as a Licensed Veterinary Technician. In her off time, Amber enjoys spending time with her family, fishing, and playing volleyball.

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day!
We will be closed today in observance of the holiday. Normal business hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3rd, 7:00am to 5:30pm.

08/30/2024

We will be closed Monday, September 2nd, for Labor Day! If you are in need of medication or food refills, please make sure to get those called in today or tomorrow!

08/19/2024

Golden puppies galore 🥹

08/15/2024

Today is National Check The Chip Day! Please make sure your pet is microchipped, and have your veterinarian staff scan it every year at your pet's annual wellness exam. Always make sure your information on file is current. Call us today to get your pet microchipped!

08/12/2024

🎉🎉 $100 off Dental Cleanings 🎉🎉

Now through October 19th, your pet may qualify for $100 off their next dental cleaning if they have had a wellness exam in the past 6 months. Mention this on the phone when scheduling your cleaning to see if your pet qualifies!

07/15/2024

Did you know that over 80% of dogs over the age of three have dental disease? Keeping their pearly whites in great shape is essential to preventing disease and promoting their overall wellness.
Here are some dental care tips to keep those smiles shining. Share this post as a friendly reminder to your fellow pet-parent friends!

07/13/2024

☀️🐾 Hot pavement alert! As temperatures rise, so does the risk of paw burns. Protect your pet’s toes by testing the pavement with your hand—if it's too hot for you, it's too hot for them! Opt for walks during cooler hours and stick to grassy areas when possible. Let's keep those paws cool and happy this summer!

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07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July 🎆 We will be closed today to celebrate the holiday. Normal business hours will resume tomorrow, Friday July 5th, 7am to 5:30pm.

07/02/2024

https://www.aaha.org/resources/stars-stripes-and-safety-july-fourth-pet-safety-tips/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io&utm_campaign=newsletter

Animal hospitals around the world earn AAHA accreditation to strengthen their business, advance their team, and provide the best possible care to companion animals.

06/26/2024

Reminder for this time of year! We are hearing of many people finding baby fawns and asking us what to do, as they think they are abandoned. Leave them alone! They are not abandoned even if you haven't seen the mother come back.

Straight from: Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency:

LEAVE BABY DEER ALONE!
• It's Illegal to take a fawn from the wild. When you remove a fawn from the wild, you have stolen the baby from the mother.
• Fawns left alone are not orphans! Mothers leave fawns alone to rest, eat, and hide the babies from predators.
• When fawns are approached, they lower their heads, lie very still, and take fewer normal breaths, natural defenses. The fawns are not sick or injured.
• Keep your distance. A doe won't return if humans are hanging around. Mothers perceive you as predators and will not return while you're nearby.
• Fawns have an excellent chance of surviving if you leave them alone.
• Humans have well-meaning intentions to care for a fawn but be educated and do what's best for the fawn.
LEAVE IT ALONE!