Animal Hospital of North Asheville (AHNA)

S.T.E.P.S. – Helping Pets and Their People Live Healthy Lives

ahna — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 02:19:07 +0000

AHNA is starting a weight loss / get healthy and fit support group for pets and their people! It’s called S.T.E.P.S.

S – start simple
T – take time to stretch
E – enjoy time with your pet
P – practice good eating habits
S – stay motivated & create new habits

Reflecting on the Old Year, Planning the New

ahna — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:42:19 +0000

Happy New Year one and all! The beginning of a new year is a natural time to reflect on our blessings and plan the upcoming year. First of all, we are so thankful to have such wonderful, caring and kind clients! We were treated like royalty during the holidays with so many goodies coming in for our staff. Thank you so much!

Life-Threatening Medical Emergencies

ahna — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:13:44 +0000

By Dr. Golden

Whether at home, or during hospitalization for a medical or surgical disorder, life-threatening medical emergencies can develop at any time in our animal companions. At AHNA, we recognize the need to be prepared for such events and take pride in being ready to intervene in a prompt and professional matter should such a need arise.

Keep Rabies Vaccinations Current

ahna — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:57:33 +0000

Please make sure that your pet’s rabies vaccination is up to date!

Ward Nurses

ahna — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:02:21 +0000

As ward nurses at Animal Hospital of North Asheville, we think we have the most rewarding job of all! We get to be with our dear patients all day long.

Pet Spotlight: Nothing Stops Link!

ahna — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 20:23:17 +0000

Last summer, Alisha Suer and her family spent a day fishing in the Louisiana bayou. Pleased with their catch, everyone piled into the family vehicle, a Lincoln Navigator, and Alisha’s stepfather started the engine.

Grove “Bark” Inn Gingerbread Doghouse Competition A Success

ahna — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:11:48 +0000

We are happy to announce that the Grove Bark Inn Gingerbread Doghouse Competition and Display was a wild success! We are proud to have supported such a fun event, which raised $6,500 for local animal welfare organizations!

Our Lab Team

ahna — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:54:41 +0000

The lab team at Animal Hospital of North Asheville is a very busy team. We are responsible for performing many of the diagnostic procedures that the veterinarians order. We are similar to the registered nurses and the registered technicians in human hospitals.

Holiday Hazards

ahna — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 16:30:15 +0000

Lights, decorations, good food... every year, as we celebrate the holidays, we fill our homes with seasonal cheer for ourselves and our families. However, what may seem beautiful and harmless to us may pose hidden dangers to our pets. Don't let an emergency spoil the festivities! Below are some common holiday hazards for dogs and cats and ways to prevent them.

Chronic Kidney Failure

ahna — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:38:13 +0000

By: Dr. Warren Riggle