Traveling safety tips for you and your pets: Life jackets save lives! This includes your pets when going out on the water with them. No matter how well your pet(s) can swim, consider equipping them with a life vest when taking them out on the boat. Never leave a pet loose in a truck bed […]

The days are getting hotter! Watch out for heat-linked illnesses like heat stroke! Here are a few things to be mindful of on particularly hot days: -Dogs weighing over 110 lbs, elderly, and/or flat faced pups are more prone to heat-linked illnesses. -DO NOT leave your pet(s) in the car! -Short and/or white haired animals, […]

We really want to ensure the safety of you, your pets, and all of us here at A Valley Animal Hospital! We understand that this might be an inconvenience, but we appreciate all cooperation if you can stay in your car and call us when you arrive for your appointment. ~Dr. Engstrom and team  

We care about your pets AND we care about you! With Covid-19 going around, please: Call us if you’re (feeling) sick! We can reschedule your appointment! Ask for a mask if you have a cough or sneeze and are bringing your pet in for care. And, Use the hand sanitizer at the front desk. This […]

Here comes another holiday season.  1. Be sure to protect your outdoor pets from the COLD.  As a minimum keep them dry and able to get out of the wind. 2.  Watch out for Xylatol sweetener in peanut butter, candies, gum and other products.  It is TOXIC to dogs and cats. 3.  A lot of […]