August 2019 Pet of the Month

by American Animal Hospital | Sep 16, 2019 | Pet of the Month

Congratulations to our August Pet of the Month – Wesley! Wesley was rescued from St Hubert’s shelter. He is a mix of more than 4 different breeds! His parents don’t officially know Wesley’s birthday, as he was a rescue. So instead they celebrate the day he was adopted...

A Day in the Life of a Veterinary Technician

by American Animal Hospital | Sep 1, 2019 | Health

When you visit our clinic with your pet, much of your appointment is handled by a veterinary technician. But, have you ever wondered what exactly a veterinary technician does? To meet our entire team, including our outstanding technicians, click here.Veterinary...

What You Need to Know About Canine Bloat

by American Animal Hospital | Sep 1, 2019 | Health

Gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, occurs when a dog’s stomach becomes blocked, and gas and fluid accumulate, causing the stomach to stretch to many times its normal size. The bloated stomach causes severe pain, and it is prone to twist. When the...

July 2019 Pets of the Month

by American Animal Hospital | Aug 7, 2019 | Pet of the Month

Congratulations to our July Pets of the Month – Marley and Sunny! We adopted Marley and Sunny from a family on Craigslist. Their mother had a litter of four kittens, 3 girls and 1 boy. Marley was the only short haired Tuxedo and Sunny was the only long haired...

Get Started on the Right Paw: Puppy Socialization Tips

by American Animal Hospital | Aug 1, 2019 | Health

Congratulations! You’ve added a new puppy to your family, and everyone is loving the puppy kisses, nonstop energy, and playful shenanigans. But, a new puppy isn’t all fun and games. Young dogs require proper socialization and training to prevent behavior problems from...