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Vote for AHNA -
Best of WNC!
We are so thankful to our clients for voting us Best Veterinary Services in WNC year after year. Winning this award means the world to our staff because we do our very best to treat every pet with not only the best medicine and technology available, but also with love and compassion. Our entire team, from the client care representatives who greet you at the front desk to the technician and nursing staff members to the veterinarians themselves, all care deeply that you and your pet have the best possible experience at our hospital.
Please VOTE in the 'Veterinary Services' category for Animal Hospital of North Asheville! Please do not vote for an individual veterinarian. Thank you!
When you vote for Animal Hospital of North Asheville as best 'Veterinary Services in WNC' you are voting for each member of our amazing staff - and we all thank you!
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12 Tips To Caring For
Your Senior Dog's Coat
Your elderly canine friend might be a little grumpy about being brushed as she ages. Here are some tips to keep grooming sessions stress-free while taking a few extra steps to ensure her day-to-day comfort.
Keep Sessions Short
Older dogs may not be able to stand comfortably for more than a few minutes at a time due to arthritis. Lying down might put pressure on hips or spine. Let your dog move around a bit during the grooming session. She might try to leave or start panting because she is stressed or sore, so let her tell you when she's had enough.
Groom More Often
You don't want to tug on your dog's skin while pulling at heavy mats, so brush more often to prevent small problems from developing into big projects.
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Handsome Brothers
Take on the Town!
You may have seen brothers PugPug and Navy out and about living the good life around Asheville. You cannot miss their good looks and charm!
Even though Navy and PugPug are not actually related, they have an amazing bond and together they can cause a little mischief, as anyone who has a sibling can attest to. They did not grow up together but they are living their senior years to the fullest in Asheville with their human family Rachael and Peter.
The story started in 2005 when Navy was adopted by the family from a shelter in New Hampshire. When he was found as a puppy wandering the streets of Nashua, New Hampshire, they didn't believe Navy was a pug due to how underweight he was. But after a long bath and warm meal, he proved everyone wrong by showing he was all pug. In true pug fashion, Navy LOVES food and will do anything for a treat!
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Booster Time: Influenza Vaccine
Summer is fast approaching and it will be time to booster the Bivalent Influenza vaccine (protecting against the H3N2 and H3N8 strains) that your dog received last year at the walk-in vaccine clinics held at Animal Hospital of North Asheville. Many dogs vaccinated at the walk-in clinic will be out of sync with their annual physical exam and the remaining vaccines. We are recommending that if your dog is due for their annual physical exam in the next couple of months (before the influenza vaccine is due), please schedule as normal and we will update the influenza at that appointment. If your dog does not have an annual physical exam due in the next couple of months and the influenza vaccine is due, please schedule an appointment with our technicians to update this vaccine.
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Corneal Ulcers in Cats
At first you may think your cat is winking at you, but on closer inspection you notice something does not look right. That "wink" is because the eye is red, puffy, has discharge and is painful. Oh no! What should you do? Is this an emergency? Can you wait and see if it improves?
When it comes to your cat or dog's eyes, timely medical care is important! Some injuries can lead to blindness, heavy scarring to the cornea or other complications. If your cat or dog has a foreign body puncturing the eye, such as a thorn stuck into the globe, DO NOT REMOVE the object and seek immediate medical attention. If your cat or dog is squinting or holding their eye closed, DO NOT apply eye medications that you may have at home, since some eye medications can have a steroid in them and can cause complications and make an injury worse. If your pet is holding their eye closed, try to set up a visit to your veterinarian the same day.
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Upcoming Pet Help Sessions
& Classes at AHNA
FREE CLASSES
Free classes are for people only. Please leave your pet at home.
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MAY
Feline Spa Day: Tips For Routine Care For Your Feline Friend
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 starting at 7:00PM
- Location: Animal Hospital of North Asheville Education Room
- Presented by Tristan Rehner-Fleurant, MS, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CBATI of Pet Behavior Aid
- People Only. No Registration required. No fee to attend. Everyone welcome!
Do you dread the thought of having to trim your cat's nails? Do you wish you could brush your cat but you are unsure where to begin? Do you cringe at the thought of having to medicate your cat? Turn routine hygiene maintenance into a spa day for your furry friend. This Free Behavioral Help Session will help you understand the normal behavioral and grooming needs of cats. Join us to learn ways to medicate your cat, how to introduce tooth brushing to your cat, tips on nail trimming along with simple and effective gentle handling techniques.
Click Here to read more about this class.
Pet Loss and Grief Support Group
Losing a pet friend and companion can be heartbreaking. Whether it is a sudden or planned goodbye, it is an emotional time. We understand the strength and specialness of the animal - human bond. On the first and third Monday of each month, we are hosting a Pet Loss Grief Support Group presented by Four Seasons Compassion for Life. This group is for anyone who is grieving the loss of an animal companion and needs further support.
- May 7th and 21st from 7 pm to 8:30 pm
- Location: Animal Hospital of North Asheville Education Room
- Presented by: Four Seasons Pet Loss Grief Support Group
Click Here to read more about this support group.
JUNE
Be Brave! How To Help Your Fearful Dog Gain Confidence
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Tuesday, June 19th, 2018 starting at 7:00PM
- Location: Animal Hospital of North Asheville Education Room
- Presented by Tristan Rehner-Fleurant, MS, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CBATI of Pet Behavior Aid
- People Only. No Registration required. No fee to attend. Everyone welcome!
Whether your dog has specific fears or is generally timid, learn how to understand the signs of anxiety, how to prevent fear from becoming aggression, and some fundamental techniques to help your "wallflower" dog come out of his or her shell.
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JULY
Help Prevent Your Cat's Destructive Scratching
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Tuesday, July 17th, 2018 starting at 7:00PM
- Location: Animal Hospital of North Asheville Education Room
- Presented by Tristan Rehner-Fleurant, MS, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CBATI of Pet Behavior Aid
- People Only. No Registration required. No fee to attend. Everyone welcome!
Come learn ways to help prevent your cat from destroying your furniture and carpets by scratching. This Free Behavioral Help Session will help you understand the normal behavioral needs cats have for scratching and ways to meet those needs that are acceptable to both cats and people. The behavioral pros and cons of declawing will be covered as well as some alternatives to declawing for people who are having trouble managing their cat's destructive scratching.
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If you are happy with the care and service you and your pet have received at Animal Hospital of North Asheville, we would greatly appreciate your taking a few minutes to write a review online.
We have made it easy for you to review us on Google - just
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Mission Statement:
By embracing new knowledge and state-of-the-art technology, our mission at AHNA is to provide the highest level of medical, dental and surgical care possible; to deliver it with integrity and compassion for our clients, but most importantly, to constantly see ourselves through the eyes of our voiceless patients who understand only that we are gentle and kind; to have as our first priority, relief and prevention of their fear, pain and discomfort and to strive to minimize separation from the people they love.
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