Warrenton Animal Clinic

04/21/2025

A reminder that for the month of April we will be doing 20% OFF all Heartworm Test and Prevention!! Call us to schedule your pet now!

03/19/2025

Congratulations to our pet of the month Zach Kline!!

With March being pet poison awareness month Zach has his own poisoning story to share!

When Zach was only 12 weeks old he accidentally was exposed to a bag of lawn pesticides and this caused him to have organophosphate poisoning.

He presented to us with vomiting, excessive salivating, tremors and he had 2 seizures! Luckily his parents acted fast and got him to us quickly.

Zach was hospitalized with us for a few days and received treatment. He recovered very well and went home to continue being his sweet fun puppy self!

If you pet is ever exposed to something toxic or shows any signs or symptoms remember to act quickly and get them to your local vet.

You can also always call the Pet Poison Hotline and they will offer assistance as well.

03/05/2025

Congrats to Chad Alan Vaughan for winning our February gift basket!!!

Our 🍀March🍀basket is out and ready for the next winner! All you have to do is donate $5 to our spay and neuter program and you get entered into the drawing!! 🛍️

Your name even stays in the drawing for a whole year! That’s 12 chances you could win a wonderful gift basket with some of our favorite swag! 🎉🎉

02/24/2025

📢 LAST CALL for 25% Off Pet Dental Services! 🦷🐶🐱

February is almost over—don’t miss your chance to save 25% on your pet’s dental care!

📅 How It Works:
✅ Book in February – Schedule your pet’s dental appointment before the month ends to lock in the discount.
✅ Appointment Flexibility – The discount applies whether the procedure happens in February or is just booked this month!

Time is running out—call us today to schedule and keep your pet’s smile shining! 📞🐾

02/17/2025

02/13/2025

Get 25% Off All Dental Services in February! 🦷✨

Take advantage of our special dental discount this February! Here’s how it works:

Book in February: Schedule your pet’s dental appointment during the month of February, and you'll receive 25% off the service.

Appointment Flexibility: The discount applies whether the actual appointment takes place in February or is simply booked during the month.

Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your pet’s dental health! Call us today to secure your spot. 📞🐾

02/06/2025

Don’t forget about our February Pet Dental Special! 🎉

Not sure if your pet needs a dental? Come find out before scheduling their cleaning with a dental consultation! This allows us to assess their oral health and ensure they get the best care possible.

📍 Bonus: The consult includes a FREE toothbrush & toothpaste to kickstart their at-home dental routine! 🪥✨

💰 Special Offer: Any dental services scheduled for or during February are 25% OFF! Don’t miss this chance to keep your pet’s smile healthy at a great discount!

01/28/2025

February is Dental Care Awareness Month! Take advantage of our special dental discount this February!

Here’s how it works:

Book in February: Schedule your pet’s dental appointment during the month of February, and you'll receive 25% off the service.

Appointment Flexibility: The discount applies whether the actual appointment takes place in February or is simply booked during the month.

As pet owners, we always want to ensure that our pets live long, happy, and healthy lives! Generally we tend to focus on their diet, exercise, and vaccinations but dental health is often overlooked.

Here is why dental care is ALWAYS important!

Just like humans, pets can develop dental diseases like gingivitis, periodontitis, and tooth decay. These conditions can cause pain, difficulty eating, and even behavioral changes. Your pet’s teeth are always part of a routine health exam at our clinic.

Dental diseases don’t always stay isolated to the mouth. Bacteria from infected gums can enter the bloodstream and affect vital organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys. By maintaining good oral health, you’re also safeguarding your pet’s overall well-being.

With that being said, there are a few ways that you can help maintain your pet’s dental health.

✅ Brush their teeth: use pet-safe toothpaste and a soft toothbrush to clean their teeth regularly. It may take a few “training sessions” to get your pet used to getting their teeth brushed.

✅ Provide dental chews and toys: these help reduce plaque buildup and keep their teeth strong.

✅ Schedule regular checkups: while we love to see your pet annually for MANY different reasons, checking on your pet’s teeth annually is super important!

As our pets get older, even with routine dental care, it is common for pets to need a dental cleaning. This service involves your pet being put under anesthesia so that the teeth can be inspected in great detail, the plaque removed, the teeth polished, and even teeth extracted if needed.

Do not miss out on our February discount to help our pets stay happy and healthy!!

01/15/2025

Feral cats are a growing concern not only in our community but in communities worldwide. Without intervention, feral cat populations can grow rapidly, leading to environmental, health, and welfare problems.

One of the best way to combat feral cat colonies is by utilizing the Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) program. TNR is a humane and effective method of managing and reducing feral cat populations.

TNR involves the cat being trapped and then brought to the clinic for spay or neuter. While the cat is under anesthesia, they are given a Rabies vaccine, Ear Mite treatment, and an Ear Notch.

The Ear Notch is a critical component of TNR. This is a small procedure where the tip of the cat’s ear is removed either in a “V” shape or flat across the tip of the ear. Ear notching serves as a visual indication that the cat has already been neutered or spayed. Without ear notching, it would be difficult for volunteers and caregivers to distinguish between those who have already undergone the procedure and those who need to be trapped. Without this simple identification system, there would be a risk of trapping the same cat multiple times, causing unnecessary stress and potentially delaying their recovery from the surgery. The ear notch helps caregivers save time, resources, and effort, ensuring that only unaltered cats are brought in for surgery.

After surgery, the cat is then released back where it came from to live a long and healthy life! TNR not only prevents feral cat populations from growing rapidly, it also decreases the spread of diseases within the cat colony which keeps them healthier overall!

Warren County has a wonderful TNR Voucher. Ear Notches are required for all TNR surgeries as it is vital to the success of the program. Residents can obtain a $100 spay voucher or a $50 neuter voucher for feral cats from the Warren County Animal Ark, 142 Rafters Lane, Warrenton, NC 27589. The voucher will cover a portion of the pet’s surgery, a Rabies vaccination, an Ear Notch (required) and Ear Mite treatment. The voucher will not cover additional costs incurred (in-heat charges, pregnant charges, antibiotics, etc.).

01/13/2025

The cold weather is here! With that, it is important to ensure that our pets have the proper shelter during the winter months.

In Warren County, it is the law for all pets outside to have access to a three sided shelter with a roof and a solid floor. The shelter must also be small enough to retain body heat but big enough for the dog to stand and turn around inside.

If your dogs are going to be outside, a doggy coat is a great option for keeping them warm! Pictured are the O’Malley’s dogs, Stitch, Shad, Nobi, and Shark with their winter coats on!

The cold weather can also make some pets avoid drinking as much water which can lead to dehydration. A great tip to avoid this is to add water to their kibble everyday!

We hope everybody is staying warm and cozy!

01/10/2025

🚨 Closing at 1 pm today 🚨

Due to the winter weather in the forecast, the clinic will be closing early at 1 pm to ensure the safety of our staff and clients. We hope everyone can enjoy a safe and snowy weekend!

01/06/2025

Our pet of the week is sweet Olivia!

Is she not just the cutest!?

01/02/2025

Today is National Pet Travel Safety Day!

Pets are family members, and just like humans, they need protection during travel. Having your pets secured while driving not only keeps them safe but it keeps you safe too!!

We know that everyone loves to see a happy pup, head out of the window and ears flapping in the wind!! However, the safest option for your pet is a durable carrier that has been secured to the vehicle. A loose pet in the car can be a distraction to the driver which in turn can cause accidents. In case of an accident, a durable carrier rated for impact will reduce the chance of injury while also keeping your pet confined. We see far too often pets that are lost and missing after fleeing from a vehicle during an accident.

Stay safe! Happy pets means happy Vets!!

12/31/2024

Happy New Year!! 2024 has been such an incredible year at WAC and we are so excited to see what 2025 will bring! We are so thankful for the community we have built.

Reminder! We are closed half a day today and will be closed all day tomorrow. See you in 2025!!

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas to all of our WAC family! We hope everyone is enjoying some quality time with friends and family, pet and human alike.

Reminder that we are closed today and will also be closed half a day on December 31st and the whole day January 1st.

12/23/2024

Our WAC Pet of the Month is our sweet and goofy Axel!!

Axel is owned by Claira who is the little sister of Morgan our Practice Manager. If you have visited our clinic, chances are you know Morgan! However, Claira frequents the clinic too! Claira is currently working on obtaining a portion of her 200 hours of Veterinary Medicine hours as a prerequisite to Vet School!

12/20/2024

Heads up! The clinic will be closed for Christmas the 24th and 25th as well as half a day December 31st and all day January 1st.

Our staff is looking forward to some much needed rest and family time. We hope everyone has a lovely holiday!

12/16/2024

We had the sweetest long-eared gals come to visit us this past week!

Did you know that Basset Hounds are second only to the Bloodhound in scent tracking abilities!? Yes, their long ears and and loose skin have more purpose than just being absolutely adorable. As their ears drag the ground, they stir up scents and funnel them towards their highly sensitive noses! The loose skin also helps trap scents. This combination makes for exceptional tracking abilities!