Latah Creek Animal Hospital

Latah Creek Animal Hospital Discover Unrivaled Vet Care Chosen by Spokane’s
Smartest Pet Parents!

Fostering a comfortable, low stress environment for you, your pet, and our team – so everyone thrives.

Pet parents, add this to your Spokane list! 🐶💼 brings timeless beauty and pet-friendly comfort, right in the heart of do...
11/13/2025

Pet parents, add this to your Spokane list! 🐶💼

brings timeless beauty and pet-friendly comfort, right in the heart of downtown.
Stay, explore, and enjoy the city with your furry best friend.

Any Spokane gems you and your pet like to visit? Share with us in the comments?

The holidays can be just as overwhelming for pets as they are for people! 🎄🐾Between guests, decorations, and new routine...
11/11/2025

The holidays can be just as overwhelming for pets as they are for people! 🎄🐾
Between guests, decorations, and new routines, it’s easy for stress to sneak in.

A little prep like creating calm spaces, keeping routines steady, and using Fear Free tools, goes a long way toward helping your pet feel safe and secure.

✨ Let’s make it a peaceful holiday season!

The best part of caring for cats? Watching them win, one brave moment at a time. 🐾 We love when we see that our vet visi...
11/07/2025

The best part of caring for cats? Watching them win, one brave moment at a time. 🐾
 
We love when we see that our vet visits make your cat feels safe, seen, and supported.

Those early weeks aren’t just cute, they’re crucial. Socialization, vaccines, fear periods… every moment helps shape ho...
11/04/2025

Those early weeks aren’t just cute, they’re crucial.

Socialization, vaccines, fear periods… every moment helps shape how your dog will see the world.
💡 Here’s the secret: confidence doesn’t “just happen.” It’s built through gentle exposure, positive experiences, and lots of support (from you!).

If your puppy hits a fear period, stay calm, stay kind, and don’t rush it. Fear is temporary. Trust lasts forever. 💛

Need help guiding your pup through each stage? Check out our blog on puppy development and fear periods! https://latahcreekah.com/blog/puppy-development-and-fear-periods/

Understanding stress signals isn’t just behavior science, it’s essential communication. When we recognize fear early, we...
10/29/2025

Understanding stress signals isn’t just behavior science, it’s essential communication.

When we recognize fear early, we prevent escalation, protect well-being, and strengthen the human–animal bond.

🎧 Learn more on our Pets Deserve It! podcast episode “What Is Your Pet Trying to Tell You?”.
Link in our bio!

Sometimes most pets don’t fear the vet, they fear the tools.That shiny stethoscope? The clippers? The thermometer?They c...
10/27/2025

Sometimes most pets don’t fear the vet, they fear the tools.
That shiny stethoscope? The clippers? The thermometer?
They can look and sound strange, especially if a pet’s had a stressful experience before. They may associate the tools with an experience that made them stressed.

That’s why we take time to reintroduce those tools slowly, pairing each step with treats, play, and calm reassurance. It’s called desensitization and it helps pets learn that these tools aren’t scary, they’re safe.

Ask our team how to start simple desensitization exercises at home, your pet’s next visit will thank you!

Meet Mikkel Becker, Fear Free’s Marketing Specialist, Certified Practice Engagement, and the heart behind so much of wha...
10/23/2025

Meet Mikkel Becker, Fear Free’s Marketing Specialist, Certified Practice Engagement, and the heart behind so much of what makes Fear Free work. 💛

We’re proud to feature Mikkel in our Fear Free Leaders series. Through science, empathy, and a lifetime of love for animals, her work reminds us that every calm, confident pet begins with patient, thoughtful leadership.

Sometimes most pets don’t fear the vet, they fear the tools.That shiny stethoscope? The clippers? The thermometer?They c...
10/21/2025

Sometimes most pets don’t fear the vet, they fear the tools.
That shiny stethoscope? The clippers? The thermometer?
They can look and sound strange, especially if a pet’s had a stressful experience before. They may associate the tools with an experience that made them stressed.
 
That’s why we take time to reintroduce those tools slowly, pairing each step with treats, play, and calm reassurance. It’s called desensitization and it helps pets learn that these tools aren’t scary, they’re safe.
 
Ask our team how to start simple desensitization exercises at home, your pet’s next visit will thank you!

Cats and dogs can live in harmony, it just takes patience, structure, and a few smart boundaries. Start slow, create saf...
10/20/2025

Cats and dogs can live in harmony, it just takes patience, structure, and a few smart boundaries.
Start slow, create safe spaces, and reward the calm moments. Small steps add up to a happier, low-stress home for everyone.

Tell us below: did your pets hit it off right away, or was it a process? 👇

Your pet’s vet visit doesn’t start at the exam table, it starts long before they walk through the door. When pets arriv...
10/15/2025

Your pet’s vet visit doesn’t start at the exam table, it starts long before they walk through the door.

When pets arrive already stressed, their bodies release cortisol and adrenaline before care even begins. That makes handling harder and recovery slower. Prepping before a vet visit can shape how safe, calm, and resilient your pet feels not just during the appointment, but for every visit that follows.

The power of Fear Free prep is that it’s not just about one appointment, it’s about building lasting trust. It strengthens the bond between you and your pet while creating a calmer, more positive experience at the clinic.

✨ Ask our team how to prepare your pet for their next Fear Free visit.

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4302 S Cheney Spokane Road
Spokane, WA
99224

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15094627387

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