Feathers, Scales and Tails Veterinary Hospital

07/04/2024

🇺🇸Have a Happy 4 th of July! We wish you a peaceful and blessed Independence Day!🇺🇸

🇺🇸Our office will be closed July 4 th and reopen July 5 th at 8 am. 🇺🇸

06/26/2024

06/26/2024

There’s a new sheriff in town, meet Jake Dr. Kelleher’s newest addition to her family 🤠

06/26/2024

We will be closing at 4 pm today Wednesday June 26 th. Thursday June 27 th will be 8am-4 pm. We are very sorry for the inconvenience.

06/14/2024

Spring has sprung and it’s almost officially summer! With the change of season, our thoughts turn to more time outside with our furry friends, long walks, longer days and activities like spring cleaning, gardening and much-needed home improvement projects. As you embark on seasonal chores or outdoor revelry, take inventory of potential springtime hazards for your furry friends.
If your pet accidentally ingests poisonous items call your veterinarian or the Pet Poison Helpline 855-764-7661 immediately.

06/12/2024

A raccoon that died after a fight with a dog on June 7th tested positive for rabies.

The raccoon died after the encounter near Falstaff Court in Eldersburg, off of Ridge Road near the Walmart Supercenter. The dog, who was previously vaccinated against rabies, received a booster shot for extra protection. The Health Department is concerned that other pets or people in the area may have been exposed to the infected raccoon.

“Rabies exposure occurs through bites and scratches or saliva from the infected animal getting into the eyes, nose, mouth, or a wound of a person or another animal,” said Joe Mancuso, Rabies Program Manager at the Health Department.
Anyone who may have been exposed or whose pet may have been exposed to bites, scratches, or saliva from this raccoon can call the Health Department at 410-876-1884 for a risk assessment.

Rabies is most often seen in raccoons, cats, skunks, foxes, groundhogs, and bats in Maryland, but can sometimes be seen in other animals such as dogs, ferrets, deer, and even cows and other farm animals. “Observe wildlife and animals you don’t know from a distance, and keep your pets vaccinated,” advised Mancuso. “If you see a sick or wounded animal, or one that is acting strangely, call Animal Control at 410-848-4810.”

To keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe from rabies:
​- Do not approach, handle, pet, or feed wild or stray animals.
- Have your dogs, cats, and ferrets vaccinated against rabies and keep their vaccinations up-to-date. The Health Department will hold a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 2-4 pm at the Ag Center in Westminster. Cost is $10 per pet.
- Do not leave pets outside unattended or allow them to roam free.
- Cover garbage cans tightly and do not leave pet food outside.
- Teach children to stay away from wild animals and any animals that they do not know.
- Prevent bats from entering your home by using window screens and chimney caps. Bats found in the home should be safely collected, if possible, and tested for rabies.

If you or your pet have been bitten or scratched by a wild or stray animal, wash the area with soap and water for several minutes. Keep your pet away from other people and pets. Then call your physician or veterinarian and contact the Health Department (410-876-1884).

For more information: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/Pages/rabies.aspx

05/27/2024

Remembering those who gave all for our country. Thankful for all who serve and protect us on Memorial Day 🇺🇸

05/17/2024

It is with bittersweet reluctance that we announce Dr. Rothschild will be relocating to Southern Virginia at the end of June. He will be joining a practice with his soon to be bride who is a fellow veterinarian. While we are devastated to see him go, it has been a pleasure to be a part of his journey. We hope you’ll join us in wishing him well on his happily ever after.
One silver lining, Dr. Ryan will once again be seeing our Avian and Exotic clients on Wednesdays after Dr. Rothschild's departure.

05/01/2024

Found Dog. Male, No microchip. Must be able to provide proof of ownership. Please call or email 410-871-0244 or [email protected]

Please share!

03/19/2024

Help us find homes! These kitties desperately need to find their forever. Each of these furry friends would make a great pet for the right owner. Please click their pictures for details and reach out if you are interested. Also please share!
410-871-0244 or [email protected]

03/15/2024

good morning! more than halfway through the week & looking forward to the weekend with this gorgeous spring weather were having! this little man right here is skip! he was referred to me by a close friend, who felt i would have the magic touch to fix him up! bouncy, wiggly & tons of energy, skip had his first big boy groom. when little ones are nervous the experience can seem overwhelming, but breaks & baby talk can change everything. 😇✨ call to schedule with me - at our office & (410) 871-0244 🐈🐩💘

03/14/2024

Amber has some openings!

good morning! more than halfway through the week & looking forward to the weekend with this gorgeous spring weather were having! this little man right here is skip! he was referred to me by a close friend, who felt i would have the magic touch to fix him up! bouncy, wiggly & tons of energy, skip had his first big boy groom. when little ones are nervous the experience can seem overwhelming, but breaks & baby talk can change everything. 😇✨ call to schedule with me - at our office & (410) 871-0244 🐈🐩💘

03/12/2024

Blaze is a 1 1/2 year old Rottweiler looking for a home. He has the potential to be an amazing family dog once he’s been neutered and received some obedience training. This high energy boy is great with children but should be the one and only family pet. Vet references required. Please email [email protected]

03/06/2024

Recently we’ve been partnering with the Humane Society of Carroll County, Inc. to help the local shelter dogs receive the care they need before finding their forever homes. These homeless hounds have stolen our hearts. 🐕🐾❤️
If you are looking to open your home to a new friend, please be sure to check out our local shelter to see who is available. http://www.hscarroll.org

02/28/2024

We love the cat grooms! 🐈‍⬛ 💈

02/23/2024

This little guy wasn’t “emused” at having to see the doctor.

02/22/2024

Our phones are currently down. You can send us an email or walk in. We apologize for the inconvenience.

02/17/2024

That smile says it all. So happy to have Pet Symmetry with Amber Rose grooming at FST. Atticus is one happy customer! 💕

What a beautiful snowy Saturday morning! Fluffy Atticus was ready for his spa day. Cuddly & quiet, he left FST feeling completely refreshed! See ya next time, Atticus! 🩵

02/12/2024

‼️ In addition to the rabies positive fox in Taneytown, a cat and a raccoon in Carroll/Frederick Counties have also tested positive in the last week or two. Please be sure your pets are up to date on their vaccinations. Better safe than sorry, Rabies is nearly always fatal.

https://carrollcountyobserver.com/2024/02/11/cat-tests-positive-for-rabies-in-frederick-county/?fbclid=IwAR2N9gJHMjaxnEA-jFf1-g8rK6T0CxmxylGygbvA3MDUi-onL6qj0dHKud8_aem_AbpJLFTQkreoQvtO6oZo-x_fspKx2TlXVPtGvQP_nWraxzsuDUxaXI5VfoXCCpmwGzM

On February 9, 2024, the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) was notified that a cat found on Talbot Run Road near Black Ankle Road, in Frederick County, Maryland, tested positive for the rabies virus. The cat had been quarantining at Frederick County Animal Control since February 5, 2024, and...

02/09/2024

Lots of Feathers & Scales at the office today!
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02/08/2024

Bugsy was brought to us as a stray kitten who had been hit by a car. This gorgeous green eyed girl is a little shy at first but once she knows you she’s super sweet. We are guessing she’s just around a year old. She’s fully vetted and ready for a family of her own. Please share to help us find her a home. Anyone interested can call the office or email us at [email protected]

02/03/2024

Please help us find homes for Eve and Minnie. Through no fault of their own, these young ladies were surrendered when their owners had a sudden unexpected move. Unfortunately they weren’t able to take the kitties along. Eve (Black) is 2 and Minnie (Tabby) is 3. Both are very sweet, fully vetted and well behaved. They are bonded but we would seperate if it means they both find loving forever homes. Please call the office or email if you are interested. 410-871-0244 [email protected]

02/02/2024

We’d like to introduce the latest member of our FST Team, Amber, a Maryland native, who has been grooming dogs and cats for almost a decade in Baltimore County.

Amber grew up on a small family farm. Spending her childhood surrounded by animals and bringing home friends of all varieties 🐈‍⬛ 🐀 🐍 🦎 🐟

Please join us in welcoming Amber to our FST family. You can follow Amber on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/share/LaF23pSuLSdfa6My/?mibextid=%22%22 and call the office today to schedule your next groom.

01/31/2024

🚨Please make sure your fur-babies rabies vaccine is up to date . 🚨

Alert: A fox seen near a neighborhood in Taneytown has tested positive for the rabies virus. It was found dead on Friday, January 26th, near Starboard Court, in the Windy Hills Development off of Trevanion Road in Taneytown. It had been seen in the area for a few days prior. The Health Department is concerned that people or pets in the area may have been exposed to the rabies virus.

“Rabies exposure occurs through bites and scratches or saliva from the infected animal getting into the eyes, nose, mouth, or a wound of a person or another animal,” said Joe Mancuso, Rabies Program Manager at the Health Department.

Anyone who may have been exposed or whose pet may have been exposed to bites, scratches, or saliva from this fox can call the Health Department at 410-876-1884 for a risk assessment.

Rabies is most often seen in raccoons, cats, skunks, foxes, groundhogs, and bats in Maryland, but can sometimes be seen in other animals such as dogs, ferrets, deer, and even cows and other farm animals. “Observe wildlife and animals you don’t know from a distance, and keep your pets vaccinated,” advised Mancuso. “If you see a sick or wounded animal, or one that is acting strangely, call Animal Control at 410-848-4810.”

The Health Department will hold low-cost rabies vaccination clinics on Sunday, April 7 and Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 2-4 pm at the Ag Center in Westminster. Cost is $10 per pet.

If you or your pet have been bitten or scratched by a wild or stray animal, wash the area with soap and water for several minutes. Keep your pet away from other people and pets. Then call your physician or veterinarian and contact the Health Department (410-876-1884).

For more information: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/Pages/rabies.aspx

01/30/2024

The birds are back at FST! And so are the snakes, turtles, lizards, pigs, rats and almost every other pet you can imagine! We absolutely love meeting and providing care to all these creatures again.

Dr. Rothschild is accepting new patients. Call today to schedule your pets check-up. 410-871-0244

01/24/2024

Dr. Rothschild, hogging all the Rosie snuggles! 🐖