Smith Animal Clinic

12/24/2025

12/24/2025

We want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!

We will open for normal business on Monday, December 29th. Boarding pick up/drop-off hours are 7:30-8 am and 4:30-5 pm. However, there will be NO pick up/drop- off availability Christmas Day afternoon.

If you have an emergency, please call Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency or North MS Pet Emergency as Dr. Smith is on maternity leave.

12/23/2025

The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to remember to keep your pet’s safety top of mind. For whichever holiday you may be celebrating, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (A...

12/20/2025

Thinking about including your pets on your holiday shopping list? You don’t have to indulge in fancy collars, gourmet treats or other pricey items. There are less expensive and much more practical things you can do to make sure your pet has a happy holiday. These gifts can help ensure your pets li...

12/16/2025

Whether you have a new puppy or a senior dog, their lives get temporarily shaken up when you have house guests over during the holiday season. Having people over and cooking for everyone is stressful enough. You don’t want to also have to apologize for your dog’s behavior. Here are a few tips to...

12/14/2025

OPERATION SANTA PAWS Operation Santa Paws encourages animal lovers to share the gift of giving at shelters everywhere from December 1st to December 24th. During this holiday season, let's show a little extra love to our furry friends whom we love with all our hearts. The campaign goal of Operation S...

12/10/2025

One of the joys of the holidays is capturing images of family members having fun—and that includes our dogs and cats. Two experts share the best ways to prepare pets for their closeups and make sure they have a good time in the process. 1. Practice in your desired location. Choose the location whe...

12/02/2025

Forget about purebred dogs. On this day, National Mutt Day, mixed breeds and mutts are what it’s all about! History of National Mutt Day Although the word “mutt” can sometimes have a negative connotation in the English language, it simply means that the dog’s parents were not registered and ...

11/26/2025

We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving! We will be closed Thursday 11/27 and Friday 11/28. Boarding pick-up/drop-off will be at normal times (7:30-8 am and 4:30-5 pm). If you have an emergency please contact Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency or North MS Pet Emergency Clinic.
Normal office hours will resume on Monday.