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Arch Animal Hospital West

At Arch Animal Hospital West, we strive to provide the very best in medical and surgical care. We have served the veterinary needs of small animals in the St.
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Fischer Animal Hospital is a progressive practice offering veterinary care for all stages of your pet's life. Peters area since 1985. After Dr. Fischer's retirement, she passed her torch on to Dr. Mike and his amazing team. Our three veterinarians, Dr. Mike Richards Practice owner, Dr. Kyle Ihnken, and Dr. Megan Scott, have over 26 years of combined experience. In addition to the doctors, we have

an exceptional staff: Sarah, Kate, Olivia, Dawn, Cherlyn, Lindsey, Alexis and Katie to meet the needs of our clients and patients. Our Mission statement to our clients is Prolonging your pet's life by providing gold standard preventative care. We consider the clients that we have serviced over the years as friends, and their pets are part of our family. Our promise to you is to treat your pet like our pet. To schedule an appointment, call us at: 636-240-7646. Please do not use Facebook to request medication or appointments.

06/22/2024

🐾Welcome to the team, Lauren!🐾

We are thrilled to introduce the newest member of our veterinary team, Lauren! As a highly skilled and compassionate veterinary technician, Lauren brings a wealth of experience and a deep love for animals to our hospital.

🩺Whether she's providing gentle care during check-ups, assisting in surgeries, or comforting a furry friend, Lauren's dedication shines through. Her passion for veterinary medicine and her caring nature make her the perfect fit for our team.

Please join us in giving Lauren a warm welcome! Feel free to say hello next time you're in the hospital or drop her a message below.🐱🐶

06/21/2024

🐶🐱Holiday Hours Alert🇺🇸🎆

We will be closed Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, July 7th. We will reopen on Monday, July 8th at 8:00am.

💊Please remember to request any prescriptions as soon as possible!

🚨Have contact information for the closest veterinary emergency hospital available while we are closed for the holiday.
-📞Animal Emergency Clinic in O'Fallon: (636)240-5496 or, if you're traveling make sure you know the facility closest to your destination!

💡Now is a great time to double check that your pet's tag, microchip, and other identification information is up to date to keep them safe for the celebrations.

06/20/2024

🌞Celebrating the First Day of Summer 2024 with Lucy!🐾

Dubbed 'Lucy Lawless' by her family, her favorite summer activities are frisbee and full-contact sports.😂

🔥As the days get longer and the weather gets hotter (and hotter.. and hotter), we at Arch Animal Hospital West are here to ensure your pet stays happy and healthy all season long with exceptional veterinary care.

🔸Send us a photo of your pet enjoying summer so we can share them throughout the season!📸

06/20/2024

We will be closing today from 1:30pm-2:30pm for a team meeting! Team meetings allow us time to learn and enhance the well-being of your beloved pets.📚🐾

💬Our phones will be off during this time but feel free to leave us a voicemail or send us a chat through the app- and we will get back with you as soon as we can.
📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

🚨If there is an emergency- please call AEC at (636)240-5496.

We appreciate your understanding! 🐾

06/18/2024

Today, June 18, is a Technician Only Day!🐾

On Technician Only Days we offer services such as vaccinations, injections (cytopoint, solensia, librela), a**l gland expressions, & nail trims!💅
*Pets must be up to date on their annual exam with one of our veterinarians & have proof of a current Rabies vaccination.*

💊Please call prior to arrival if you need medication or food refills so we can ensure those are prepared for pick up!🦴

Call now to schedule a technician appointment or send us an appointment request via the app. 📞(636)240-7646 📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

🚨If your pet is experiencing an emergency while we do not have a veterinarian on staff, please call Animal Emergency Clinic in O'Fallon at (636)240-5496 for assistance.

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day from your team at Arch Animal Hospital West!🥳

🎉What better way to celebrate the day than with a couple good 'dad jokes'?

🔹Why did the dog sit in the shade? Because he didn't wanna be a hot dog!🌭🐕

🔹Why did the cat sit on the computer? To keep an eye on the mouse!🖱🐈‍⬛

We hope you all enjoy a wonderful day with family, friends, and a few extra 'dad jokes' in your back pocket.

06/15/2024

🐾🌊Pet Pool Safety 101: What Every Pet Owner Should Know

☀️As the summer heat rises in our area, it's natural for our furry friends to join in on the poolside fun. However, it's important to ensure their safety around the pool water. Check the tips below & share a photo of your water loving tail wagger in the comments⬇️

🧪Chlorine & other chemicals that pools are treated with can be harmful, ingestion can lead to stomach upset, vomiting, and even severe health issues.

🐕Skin & coat health can be affected with prolonged exposure which can cause skin irritation as it dries out your pet's coat. Remember to rinse your pet off with fresh water after swimming to reduce residual chemicals.🚿

💧Ear infections increase in risk due to moisture that gets trapped in your pet's ears. Use a veterinary recommended cleaning solution with a drying aid after each swim.

🛟Always supervise your pet around the pool as not all pets are natural swimmers and even experienced swimmers can tire then struggle to exit the pool. Make sure your pool has easy entry and exit points for your pet to prevent slip or fall accidents.

🌊While saltwater pools are generally safer for pets than chlorinated, ingesting large amounts of saltwater can still be harmful leading to salt poisoning which requires immediate veterinary attention.

🦺Consider using a pet life jacket for those who are not strong swimmers or for long swim sessions.

🔹Quick Tips from your team at Arch Animal Hospital West:
✅Rinse your pet after swimming
✅Provide fresh drinking water to discourage pool water consumption
✅Monitor your pet for signs of distress or illness during and after swimming, seek veterinary care immediately with any concerns

Have fun, stay cool, and follow us for more tips on keeping your pet safe this summer!🐾

06/12/2024

📢June Special: 20% Off Microchipping!📢

Protect your pet with 20% off microchip placement & enrollment this month. Permanent identification that ensures their safety and increase chances of a happy reunion if they ever get lost!

🎆An unfortunate amount of pets go missing during holidays like Independence Day. 4th of July fireworks can be scary and disorienting for pets, leading them to run. Book now and be prepared!

📞Call (636)240-7646 or 📲Download our app to schedule an appointment: https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

06/11/2024

☀️Warm Weather Reminder: Always check the pavement. If the ground is too hot for you to be barefoot, it's too hot for paws, too!🐾

Try shorter walks during the coolest times of day. The best times are in the morning before 8:00am and later in the evening after 7:00pm. If needed and your pet allows, consider using protective dog booties to prevent painful damage to paw pads.

06/10/2024

🎆Fireworks seasons is upon us!🎆
24 days until the 4th of July but celebrations often start in the days and weeks prior to Independence Day. The sight and sound of fireworks can be frightening for many pets. 🐶🐱

💊Don't wait to request anti-anxiety & sedative medications for your pet! Call the hospital or request prescriptions via our app so we can prepare them as soon as possible.

📞(636)240-7646
📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

06/09/2024

🤔 Ever wonder why your dog is panting? 🐶💨

💡 Panting is a normal and essential behavior for dogs, here's why:

🌡Temperature Regulation: Dogs don't sweat like humans do. Panting helps them cool down by evaporating moisture from their tongue and respiratory tract.

🥏 During/After Exercise: Dogs pant to catch their breath as well as maintain a normal body temperature after physical activity.

😥 Stress or Anxiety: Panting can be a sign that your dog is feeling stressed or anxious. Look for other signs like pacing, whining, or hiding.

🩺 Health Conditions: Excessive panting can be a symptom of underlying health problems like pain, heart disease, and respiratory disorders. Panting is one of the first signs of heat exhaustion/stroke when pets are exposed to elevated temperatures for too long.

Remember- while panting is usually normal, always pay attention to your dog's overall behavior and consult a veterinarian to address any concerns.

06/08/2024

Sometimes your best friend is human and sometimes they have four legs, fur, muddy paws or toe beans with claws! 🐾

🫂Happy Best Friend Day to all the incredible pets out there and the humans who love them. We know how important they are to you and we thank you for trusting us with their care!🩺

📸Celebrate by sharing a photo of your best furry friend and tell us what makes them special to you.💙

06/06/2024

We love hearing from our happy clients and patients! Your feedback means the world to us and your kind words help other families find the best care for their pets.🐶🐱

💭Let us know how we're doing, how we can improve you or your pet's experience, and your favorite part of visiting our team at Arch Animal Hospital West. You can send us your kind words on Google, Facebook, Yelp, or the Nextdoor App.

Thank you for being a part of our community!🐾

06/04/2024

Give your cat a hug from all of us at Arch Animal Hospital West!😻

June 4th is National Hug Your Cat Day.. Prepare for the purrs or the claws! Either way, we hope you will celebrate by giving your kitty a little extra love today.🐾

06/03/2024

🌞🐾Is Your Pet Ready for Summer Fun?🐾🌞 Roman is! 😎
The countdown is on and we want to make sure your pet is ready for the season! Here's how we can help:

✅Veterinary Exam & Vaccinations🩺
-A wellness check can ensure your pet is in top shape for all your adventures.

✅Parasite Testing & Prevention🪱🦟
-Pick up prescription heartworm, flea, and tick prevention.

✅Summer Safety Reminders☀️
-Utilize pet-safe sunscreen to protect against harmful UV rays, especially for pets with light or thin coats.🧴
-Keep paws protected, avoid hot pavements that can burn their paw pads.🐾
-Regular grooming helps maintain a manageable coat and reduces the risk of heatstroke.🌡
-Provide shady areas and plenty of fresh, cool water to keep pets hydrated.💧

🗓To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mike, Dr. Woodrum, or Dr. Sam:
📞(636)240-7646
📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

05/30/2024

🐾Cat Lesson of the Day🐾 brought to you by Paddy:

“Hey, humans! Ever wonder why we knock things off your table or other high surfaces? It’s a highly sophisticated test of gravity! Do not doubt this very important research being conducted by felines everywhere.

✏️Research findings show that if the item lands on the floor, it was never meant to be there in the first place. You’re welcome!” 😺

05/29/2024

👀Looking forward to June➡️➡️ Check out our monthly special!

During the month of June, we're offering 20% off microchip placement & enrollment!

✅We enroll all microchips with your current information and placement is quick and non-invasive.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to keep your pet safe with permanent identification.🐶🐱
Call now to schedule or download our free app to request an appointment:
📞(636)240-7646
📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

05/27/2024

🇺🇸Our hospital is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. As we honor and remember those who sacrificed for our freedom, we extend our heartfelt gratitude.

We will resume normal business hours at 8:00am tomorrow morning.

🚨If you experience a pet emergency while we are not available, please call Animal Emergency Clinic in O'Fallon for assistance (636)240-5496.

05/26/2024

The joys of warmer weather.😂

05/25/2024

🐶Josie is the sweetest 11 week old Brittany Spaniel weighing in just over 10lbs!

During her check up visit with Dr. Sam, Josie received very important booster vaccines. Then she sat just like this in Alexis' lap for her entire puppy pawdicure.🐾
Afterwards, she was of course rewarded with cheese 🧀 that she loved!

We do our very best to set our littlest patients up for successful, stress-free veterinary and grooming visits by giving them a positive experience from the start.

We're so excited to watch you grow and we'll see you soon sweet Josie!💙

05/23/2024

Who knew for World Turtle Day our hospital would have such a special reptilian visitor?!🐢

This morning a beautiful red-eared slider chose our backyard native garden to make her nest and then she was back off to her nearby chosen body of water!

Fun Facts:
🥚Red-eared sliders do not stay with their nest. After laying 1-30 eggs 🤯 neither the male or female parent will return or care for their nest, the eggs, or little hatchlings.

⏱️Eggs will incubate in their nest for roughly 60-90 days, even up to 4 months depending on the environment.

🐢Red-eared sliders can live 20 years in the wild and up to 40 years in captivity.

🪱Their diet has a wide range including plants, insects, and even small animals such as fish.

📏 Females are known to be larger than males, with adults averaging 5-12 inches. Hatchlings are just a little over 1 inch when they make their debut.

🛑It’s warm and turtles are coming out of brumation. Remember to stop and if you move them out of the road, place them on the side they were traveling towards.

Happy World Turtle Day!🌎

05/23/2024

Memorial Day Weekend!🇺🇸 Reminders:

🔺Our office will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the holiday and we will resume normal business hours Tuesday, May 28 at 8:00am.
🔺Please request your pet's prescription refills or sedative medications today and allow our team up to 24 hours to prepare prescriptions.💊

This can be a long busy weekend and depending on your plans may include gatherings with friends and family, travel, and loud noises like fireworks. Is your pet prepared?🎆🐾

🚨In case of a pet emergency while we're out of office, please call Animal Emergency Clinic in O'Fallon (636)240-5496 for assistance.

We hope you all have a wonderful and safe weekend!

📲Don't miss out on any important information for your pet➡️ You can download our app to receive important hospital updates, request prescription medications and food, schedule appointments, and chat with our team. Click the link to find us in your app store: https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

05/21/2024

It's almost Memorial Day Weekend!🇺🇸

🔺Our office will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the holiday and we will resume normal business hours Tuesday, May 28 at 8:00am.
🔺Please remember to request your pet's prescription refills or sedative medications prior to Friday, May 24 and allow our team up to 24 hours to prepare prescriptions.💊

This can be a long busy weekend and depending on your plans could include gatherings with friends and family, travel, and loud noises like fireworks. Is your pet prepared?🎆🐾

05/20/2024

🐾Happy National Rescue Dog Day!🐶

Rescue dogs come from all walks of life and bring endless love, joy, and companionship into our lives.💙 Let's celebrate!

📸Share your rescue dog's story with a picture in the comments. We want to hear how these special pups made it to their forever home!🏡

05/18/2024

☀️Good morning! According to local animal ERs, their hospitals are seeing an increase in patients being hospitalized after excessive cicada consumption.🐶

⚠️Recurrent episodes of vomiting and diarrhea can quickly result in dehydration requiring hospitalization with fluid re-hydration along with medication to help their GI tract.

🚨If you're aware that your pet has been indulging in these extra crunchy snacks, watch for the symptoms we've listed and contact your veterinarian/local animal ER for help!

If we're not available to help, please reach out to:
📞Animal Emergency Clinic in O'Fallon @ (636)240-5496

05/17/2024

💡Did You Know? Pets with microchips are up to 20 times more likely to be reunited with their family?

☑️Microchips provide permanent identification for pets that can't be lost or removed like tags and collars.

☑️Microchip implants are small and safe, the placement procedure is quick and simple.

☑️We can place and register pet's microchip for you to provide a lifetime of peace of mind.

05/16/2024

We will be closing today from 1:00pm-3:00pm for a team meeting! Team meetings allow us time to learn and enhance the well-being of your beloved pets.

💬Our phones will be off during this time but feel free to leave us a voicemail or send us a chat through the app- and we will get back with you as soon as we can.

🚨If there is an emergency- please call AEC at (636)240-5496.

We appreciate your understanding! 🐾

05/15/2024

🐾There's a lot to know in order to keep your pet safe and we're here to help! Learn more about a bacterial infection your dog may be at risk for and how to keep them protected:

🦠Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can pose serious health risks to dogs and even people. When contracted, leptospirosis attacks major organ systems like the liver and kidneys.

⚠️Transmission to dogs is typically through contaminated water, soil, or urine from an infected animal. It is spread through the urine of wildlife such as rodents, raccoons, deer, skunks, foxes, squirrels, and opossums. Most commonly found in warm climates and areas of high rainfall but it can be spread anywhere. Hunting and working dogs may be at an increased risk due to frequent exposure to environments with ample wildlife.

🚨Symptoms can vary from mild to severe. Watch for lethargy, fever, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, increased thirst and urination, weight loss, stiffness and muscle pain. Early detection is crucial for a better prognosis, if left untreated leptospirosis can progress rapidly and require intensive hospitalization.

🔑The key to prevention is vaccination at your veterinarians recommendation. You can help protect your pup with annual vaccinations, especially if they spend time outdoors or in areas where wildlife may roam- including your own backyard. Minimize exposure to potentially contaminated areas, keep an eye on where your dog plays and explores, and discourage your dog from drinking out of puddles, ponds, creeks, and other bodies of water. 🏞

Don't wait, vaccinate! Call to schedule or request an appointment from our app.
📞(636)240-7646
📲https://myvet.link/arch-animal-hospital-west/

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there! Your love, strength, and unwavering support make the world a better place. Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. 💐

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117 Birdie Hills Road
Saint Peters, MO
63376

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16362407646

Website

https://archanimalhospitalwest.com/

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🐾It was a busy Friday morning here, but we’re never too busy to give chin scritches!😻 Merlin has been a purrrfect patient🐈‍⬛ #CuteCats #FelineHealth #HappyFriday #VeterinaryMedicine #ArchAnimalHospitalWest

❄️Dr. Woodrum here to announce our Winter Raffle Winners!🎟 😻Congratulations to Carol Niederschmidt on taking home our awesome cat bag full of feline goodies! 🐶Congratulations to Steve Merk for winning our canine swag bag for his dog Colby! 🐾Our raffle bags include things like blankets, treats, toys, and even gift cards for your pets. We love spoiling our patients and can't wait to share our next raffle with you. #WinterRaffle #PetSwagBags #ArchAnimalHospitalWest

We love ‘just because’ visits! And so does Joleene, look at those tail wags 🐾 🦴We’re a team of professional treat dispensers and here to give all the love and pets to your beloved companion.💙 #HappyHealthyDog #TailWags #ArchAnimalHospitalWest

We felt one cool breeze and got out the pumpkins 🎃 We’re so ready for fall! #VetMed #Fall #SweaterWeather #VeterinaryMedicine #VetTech #VetCSR

We’ve been thinking about Lexi since her visit for a dental cleaning yesterday 😍 It’s no joke when we tell you, “We’ve got a cozy kennel set up just for them!” at your pets drop-off appointment. #VetMed #DogDental #PetOralHealth #Cozy #AnesthesiaRecovery #WeLovePets

Did your pet get their heartworm prevention this month?! 🪱❤️ This is a video of a blood sample from a super sweet patient who was unfortunately diagnosed with heartworm disease this week. You can see the young adult worm aka microfilaria wiggling around at an attempt to make its way to the pulmonary artery of the heart to mature and cause destructive disease processes.

Working hard or hardly working, Finn?🐾 Clearly his schedule was a little full, but he got a couple really good naps in the office this week!💤

Our groomer, Bella, had a special birthday girl today! 🥳

Oops, the first post cut off half the video! Let’s try that again 😁

🎉🎉🎉Thank you to everyone that participated in our drawing for the YETI cooler and CONGRATULATIONS to our winner!!!! 🎉🎉🎉

We had a patient come in last week for an annual wellness exam. While here, we did our annual heartworm test and the patient came up positive. 😔 We took a drop of blood to look under the microscope to check for “baby heartworms” circulating through the bloodstream. Unfortunately, the patient was positive for that as well. This means that when a mosquito bites this pet, it can pick up those babies and transfer them to another pet that isn’t protected by heartworm prevention. Here is what those “baby heartworms” look like under the microscope.