Central Arkansas Animal Hospital

01/25/2025

Heartworm disease 🦠 is a serious and potentially fatal condition affecting dogs, caused by the parasitic worm 🪱 Dirofilaria immitis. Here are some key facts:

1. Transmission: Heartworms are transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. 🦟 The larvae enter the dog's bloodstream and mature into adult worms.

2. Life Cycle: 🔄 After being transmitted, heartworm larvae migrate to the heart ♥️ and lungs 🫁, where they mature into adult worms. This process typically takes about six months.

3. Symptoms: In the early stages, dogs may not show symptoms. As the disease progresses, signs can include coughing, fatigue, difficulty breathing, and weight loss. Severe cases can lead to heart failure or death.

4. Diagnosis: Heartworm disease is diagnosed through blood tests that detect the presence of adult female heartworms or their larvae.

5. Prevention: Preventive medications, available in various forms (chewables, topical treatments, or injections), are highly effective in preventing heartworm disease. Regular veterinary check-ups and regular testing is essential for monitoring and prevention of this disease.

6. Treatment: Treatment for heartworm disease can be complicated and expensive 💰involving a series of injections 💉to kill adult worms, along with medications 💊 to manage symptoms.

7. Geographical Risk: Heartworm is prevalent ‼️We are a hotspot here in Arkansas - please take a look at this recent map.

Please feel free to call us to schedule an appointment to discuss testing and prevention options!

Our most recent AHS Heartworm Incidence Survey revealed some sobering stats. Heartworms are on the rise--in areas where they've always been and also in NEW areas.

01/21/2025

Meet Lenny!🐾 With his handsome
hair and playful personality, Lenny steals the spotlight wherever he goes. Share your favorite moments with your furry family members below! 🐶❤️

01/16/2025

🐾 Meet Josie! With the help of our caring vet assistant, Anna, Josie bravely faced her first vaccines.

Vaccinations are crucial for keeping our furry friends healthy and happy, and Josie is one step closer to being a fully protected pup! 🐶💉🌟

01/10/2025

We will be closed tomorrow, Saturday, Jan. 11th. We will reach out to get your appointments rescheduled when we are back in the office on Monday. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope everyone stays safe in the weather!

01/09/2025

Hope everyone stays safe in the weather! We will be closed tomorrow. Please watch our Facebook for updates regarding Saturday. ❄️🐾

01/07/2025

🐾 Meet Rufus! This handsome boy came in for a check-up due to an ear infection. He quickly made himself at home on our chair during his appointment. Our team is dedicated to making sure he gets the care he needs to feel better soon.

12/30/2024

🎉 We have a SPECIAL DENTAL DISCOUNT for FEBRUARY open to current clients and new clients‼️ Please call us to get on our schedule before we are booked up!
Feel free to call us with any questions as well!

12/30/2024

Just a reminder, we are open tomorrow but will be seeing our last appointment by 3PM so we can perform end of year procedures. We are closed on Wednesday (New Year’s Day) this week. Happy holidays! ⭐️🎆🎉

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from the McMullen Family! 🎄
As we gather together to celebrate this joyous season, we want to extend our heartfelt ♥️ gratitude to all of our wonderful clients. Your trust and support have made this year truly special for us. May this Christmas bring you peace and joy surrounded by family, friends and fur babies 🐾.

12/20/2024

We will be OPEN this Saturday from 9AM to 3PM and we are OPEN on Christmas Eve as well. Please note we are closed on Christmas Day. 🎄

12/09/2024

Today is International Day of Veterinary Medicine! Let's take a moment to celebrate and thank all the amazing veterinarians, vet techs, and animal care professionals who dedicate their lives to keeping our furry family members healthy and happy! 🐾 Share your appreciation for your vet and spread awareness about the vital role they play in animal welfare.

✨How are you celebrating today? 🎉
Here are a few ideas:
1. Share a cute photo of your pet below
2. Leave us a positive google review
3. Schedule a wellness checkup for your pet
4. Donate to a local animal shelter or rescue
5. Donate to our hospitals Care Fund

12/05/2024

Today we participated in Celebrate Shelter Pets Day by assisting in vaccinating animals at the Humane Society of Searcy against rabies! We aim to help protect the health of our furry friends and promote community safety. Feel free to take a look at some of the pets that are waiting to be adopted. Please visit their website for more details. 🐶❤️🐱🐾

12/04/2024

On December 4th, we celebrate World Wildlife Conservation Day! 🌎🦍🦅🐢🐅🐘🦌🦒🦓

Why It Matters:
- Biodiversity: Each species contributes to ecosystem balance, essential for our survival.
- Ecosystem Services: Healthy wildlife supports pollination, pest control, and food security.
- Cultural and Economic Value: Wildlife enriches our culture and drives tourism, benefiting local economies.

Let’s work together to ensure a future where wildlife thrives alongside us!

12/02/2024

Happy National Mutt Day! 🐶🐾
Whether you have a mutt or are thinking about adopting one, take a moment to appreciate the joy they bring. Share your favorite mutt stories and pictures, and let's spread the word about the importance of giving these wonderful dogs a forever home.

Adopting a mutt not only saves a life but also adds a unique personality to your family. So, if you're considering a pet, remember that mutts are just as loving, loyal, and deserving of a loving home as any purebred.

Let's celebrate our mixed-breed pals today! 🐶❤️

11/30/2024

Just a reminder we are open today and it’s small business Saturday! Come by and see us from 9AM-3PM 🐈🦮🐾

11/28/2024

We are closed today November 28th for thanksgiving, but we will resume our usual hours tomorrow. Please call us on Black Friday if you need us! We are thankful for each and every one of you and hope you have a wonderful holiday. ♥️🍁🦃

11/27/2024

With holidays coming up please note the following after hours information if you happen to need it for your furry family members below:
🍁 Outwest Urgent Care in Little Rock (501) 319-7355
🍁 After Hours Animal Hospital in Little Rock (501) 955-0911
🍁 Arkansas Veterinary Emergency and Specialists (501) 224-3784
🍁 Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Northwest Arkansas in Springdale (479) 346-4229

‼️Please call prior to arrival to each of the above facilities to ensure their hours of operation ‼️

11/26/2024

Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate Cheyenne, one of our dedicated veterinary receptionists! 🐾✨

Cheyenne is not just a wonderful team member; she is also a loving mother to an amazing daughter and a proud fur-mom to three adorable fur babies. Her passion for helping animals shines through in everything she does, and she feels a deep sense of reward after each day spent caring for people and their pets.

Cheyenne’s bond with her boy, Boudreaux, is especially heartwarming—he’s more than just a pet; he’s a cherished family member! 🐶❤️

Beyond her work and family life, Cheyenne loves music and art. Her hobbies enrich her life. 🎶

Thank you, Cheyenne, for your unwavering dedication and the love you bring to our team and the animals we care for. You make a difference every single day! 💖👏