North Star Animal Hospital

01/04/2025

We love our feline friends! It is important to know the signs of potential problems so you can get help right away if needed. ❤️🐱

24/03/2025

We sure are enjoying this nice weather! But just a reminder, the risk for parasites and other organisms increases this time of year! Keep your pet healthy and happy and don't forget to give your prevention!

21/03/2025

From our friends at the pet resort!

We’re hiring! Full and part time shifts available!

20/03/2025

We appreciate our local veterinary Ophthalmologist! They made a great post regarding the possible eruption of Mt. Spurr. See their post for more information!

We've been receiving many questions about what to do in the event our neighborhood volcano, Mt. Spurr, erupts and ashfall impacts our area. We put together a flyer with guidance to help keep your animal's eyes as healthy as possible.

05/03/2025

26/02/2025

Update!
Lots of great guesses! Though pregnancy radiograph counts are not always exact, our doctors believe Lacey will be having 4 puppies!

This beautiful girl is Lacey! She came to see us today for pregnancy check radiographs! How many puppies do you see? 👀

12/02/2025

For more information about Pyometra disease ask your veterinarian.
You can read more at:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951481

06/02/2025

Phoebe was a perfect girl during her visit to the hospital today! She was so happy to see everyone here, she got lots of love and extra pats. 😊

21/01/2025

For more information on xylitol see this article from the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/vth/animal-health/birch-sugar-is-the-same-thing-as-xylitol-and-its-toxic-to-dogs/

15/01/2025

Kennel Cough has been going around recently in the Mat-Su Valley, so we want to share some information with you! This infectious bronchitis is contagious and is often spread in places like doggie daycare, boarding facilities, grooming, training and other places where multiple dogs may gather.

If your dog is coughing they may need a veterinary exam.
Please talk to your clinic about their policies when it comes to these visits, as they may want you to leave your pet in the car until it is time to go right into the exam room.
(This can help prevent contact with other pets, to prevent spreading.)

Check out this great handout from Veterinary Partner for more information:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951478

14/01/2025

We saw some lovely twins today! They may not be genetically related, but Mac and Willow sure look similar!
Even though she is twice his size, Willow loves her brother Mac!
Show us your twin pets!

08/01/2025

Whether big or small we groom them all! You deserve a happy and well-groomed pet. Here at North Star, Lindsey will bring out the best in your pup! 🐶 🐾💙

Call us today to book! We are accepting new clients. Openings are available this month.

*Vaccines are required*

31/12/2024

Though us humans may enjoy some of the sights and sounds of bringing in the new year these things can often cause stress to our pets.
We encourage everyone to practice caution to keep their pets safe and sound this evening.
Have and happy and safe New Years from North Star Animal Hospital!

30/12/2024

Also, as a reminder, if you need any medication refills before the holiday please let us know now so we have time to get those to you beforehand.
Have a safe and happy New Year! Thank you!

24/12/2024

We want to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season!
We will be open tomorrow, Christmas Eve, from 8am-1pm.
We will be closed Christmas Day and resume normal business hours Thursday, December 26th. 💙

18/12/2024

Newman was a perfect boy for his ear cleaning today. 😊

Pets can show multiple signs of ear infections including head shaking, pawing or scratching at ears, redness, irritation and discharge. If you have any of these concerns it may be time for a checkup!