North County Animal Hospital

10/02/2025

We are so excited to share that we have added two fulltime Associate Veterinarians to the North County team, Dr. Linda Davis and Dr. Marie Allen! 🩺

Dr. Linda Davis joined North County Animal Hospital in September 2025 and brings more than 20 years of veterinary experience to the team. Her professional interests include small animal dentistry and soft tissue surgery, and she is an active member of the Washington State Veterinary Association and the American Veterinary Medical Association. She finds the greatest satisfaction in knowing her work helps prolong the lives of the pets she cares for.

Dr. Davis earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Oregon State University before completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Growing up in an Air Force family, she lived in many places around the world—including Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines—and her lifelong love for animals led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine after working for two decades as a veterinary assistant.

At home, Dr. Davis shares her life with three beloved pets: Milo, a resilient rescue cat from St. Kitts; Riley, her lively red heeler born on the Fourth of July; and Stan, her red merle Aussie who brings plenty of humor to the household. Outside of work, she enjoys photography and spending time with her family, especially her husband of 37 years, John, their two adult children, and her granddaughter, Kallie.

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Dr. Marie Allen joined North County Animal Hospital in October 2025 and brings a strong interest in both surgery and dermatology. She finds the greatest reward in her work through helping pets live more comfortable, healthy lives by alleviating pain and improving their quality of life.

Originally from Skamokawa, Washington, Dr. Allen earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Washington State University in 2015 before completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at the University of Sydney in 2021. Growing up in an area with limited veterinary care and a deep love for animals inspired her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

At home, Dr. Allen enjoys life with her Australian Shepherd, Foster, who keeps her active and entertained. Outside of the hospital, she has a wide range of hobbies including bouldering, scuba diving, hiking, reading, and watching horror movies.

10/02/2025

🐾Team Appreciation Spotlight!🐾

Today we want to recognize Jess, one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants, who has been with us for nearly two years! 🐾

Jess’s dedication, compassion, and hard work shine through in everything she does—whether it’s caring for patients, supporting our doctors, or bringing positivity to the team each day. Her kindness makes a huge difference for our hospital, our clients, and most importantly, our patients.

We are so grateful to have Jess on our team and can’t wait to celebrate many more years together. Thank you, Jess, for everything you do! 💙

10/01/2025

North County Animal Hospital is excited to be part of Ridgefield’s First Saturday on October 4 and December 6, 2025.

Visit our booth in downtown Ridgefield to:
* Enter our raffle for pet-themed prizes
* Meet our Office Manager, Shelbie
* Learn more about our hospital and services

We’re proud to be part of the Ridgefield community and look forward to connecting with local pet parents at this fun community event.

📍 Downtown Ridgefield
📅 October 4 & December 6 | 9 AM – 2 PM
Learn more: https://www.ridgefieldwa.us/306/First-Saturdays

10/01/2025

It's officially spooky season! 🎃🍁

Don't forget to send us your pets in their favorite costumes!

North County Animal Hospital is looking for its next Halloween STAR! 🎃

Join our spook-tacular Pet Costume Contest from September 22–October 31. Scary, silly, or adorable—we want to see them all!
👻 Our team will choose the winner
🕸️ Grand Prize: Treat and Toy Gift Basket (canine or feline)
📅 Winner announced November 4

BONUS: Free Halloween coloring pages for kids—pick them up at the front desk and join the contest fun! First place wins a king size candy basket 🍭

👉 Enter now at northcountyvets.com/halloween-2025 or post your pet’s photo on Facebook/Instagram and tag us!

09/24/2025

Sharing for our client who is searching for their pet, Goliath. If you have any information or sightings, please give us a call at 360-887-1838. Thank you!

09/18/2025

North County Animal Hospital is looking for its next Halloween STAR! 🎃

Join our spook-tacular Pet Costume Contest from September 22–October 31. Scary, silly, or adorable—we want to see them all!
👻 Our team will choose the winner
🕸️ Grand Prize: Treat and Toy Gift Basket (canine or feline)
📅 Winner announced November 4

BONUS: Free Halloween coloring pages for kids—pick them up at the front desk and join the contest fun! First place wins a king size candy basket 🍭

👉 Enter now at northcountyvets.com/halloween-2025 or post your pet’s photo on Facebook/Instagram and tag us!

09/16/2025

Team Appreciation Spotlight!🐾

Today we celebrate Amy, one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants, who has been a part of the North County Animal Hospital family for nearly 5 years!

Amy brings kindness, compassion, and dedication to every patient and client she helps. Her hard work behind the scenes and her willingness to support her team make such a difference every single day.

We are so grateful for the care and positivity Amy shares with our hospital, and we look forward to many more years together!

09/01/2025

🐾Labor Day Closure Notice!🐾

In honor of Labor Day, our clinic will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We will resume normal business hours Tuesday, September 2nd.

If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please call MedVet Vancouver ER at 360-839-2704 or Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty at 360-635-5302.

Wishing you a restful and safe Labor Day!

-North County Team💚

08/27/2025

With the recent news of a positive rabies case found in a bat in Cowlitz County, we want to share some important information from the Cowlitz County Health & Human Services page.

08/21/2025

🌡️ Extreme Heat & Algae Bloom Warning for Pets

The National Weather Service is forecasting extreme heat across our area over the next 5-7 days. Please take extra precautions to keep your pets safe during this dangerous weather.

Heat Safety for Pets:

-Limit outdoor activity to early mornings or late evenings.

-Never leave pets in parked cars — even for a few minutes.

-Provide plenty of fresh, cool water and shade.

-Watch for signs of heatstroke: excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or collapse.

Algae Bloom Alert:
Recent heat has also increased the risk of toxic blue-green algae in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers.

-Do not allow pets to swim in or drink from water with scum, foam, or discoloration.

-Toxic algae can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, liver failure, and can be fatal.

-If your pet comes into contact with questionable water, rinse immediately with clean water and call us right away.

-For current advisories, visit the Clark County Public Health page on algae blooms:
👉 https://clark.wa.gov/public-health/public-beaches

Your pet’s health and safety are always our top priority. If you have concerns or notice any symptoms after heat or water exposure, please contact us immediately. For after hour emergencies, contact MedVet at 360-839-2704 or PNW Pet ER & Specialty at 360-635-5302.

Stay safe and keep your pets cool! 💙🐾

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Public Health routinely monitors local designated swim beaches for bacterial contaminants and harmful algal blooms. Other water bodies are monitored if we receive reports of unsafe conditions such as sewage spill or algal bloom. If there are elevated levels of ba...

08/14/2025

✨ Celebrating 7 Amazing Years with Callie Jo! ✨

Today we want to celebrate our incredible Licensed Veterinary Technician, Callie Jo, who has been a vital part of our North County Animal Hospital family for the past 7 years! 🐾💙

From comforting nervous patients to monitoring anesthesia during surgeries, Callie Jo brings unmatched skill, compassion, and dedication to everything they do. Their expertise ensures our patients receive the highest standard of care—whether that’s placing an IV, running lab tests, assisting in surgery, educating clients, or giving extra snuggles when they’re needed most.

We are so lucky to have Callie Jo’s experience, knowledge, and compassion on our team. Thank you, Callie Jo, for your 7 years of dedication, hard work, and love for animals. Here’s to many more years of making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families! 🐶🐱💚

Drop a 🐾 in the comments to help us thank Callie Jo for all they do!

07/29/2025

Good morning, North County Family!

We want to share an important update about our clinic schedule. After thoughtful consideration, North County Animal Hospital has decided to permanently close on Saturdays, including for phone support and prescription pickups. Our last open Saturday will be August 2, 2025. After that date, we will no longer be open on Saturdays in any capacity.

This change will take effect immediately and allows our team to focus fully on providing exceptional care during our Monday through Friday hours.

We understand this may be an adjustment, and we appreciate your continued trust and flexibility. If you need to pick up medications or speak with our team, please plan accordingly during our weekday hours.

If you have any questions or need help scheduling your pet’s next visit, feel free to contact us—we’re always happy to assist.