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Our veterinarians at Animal Hospital of North Asheville share helpful tips and information to help you keep your pets healthy and happy.

AHNA COVID-19 Update: Reopening in Phases

AHNA COVID-19 Update: Reopening in Phases

We are excited to welcome back smiling faces into the Animal Hospital of North Asheville starting Monday, June 7th. It has been a long time and we have missed you! For the safety and health of clients and staff, we will be opening in phases. Initially, we will offer both in-person and curbside appointments for wellness, illness, and emergency visits; clients who wish to remain in their car during their pet’s visit will still be able to do so.

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Rising to the Challenges of COVID-19

Rising to the Challenges of COVID-19

We would like to share some of the challenges of working in veterinary medicine through the COVID-19 pandemic and how it effects your visit. Our goal to provide high quality medical care for our patients while keeping our staff and our clients safe, we have had to modify how we offer services in a way that fits the required guidelines for staying open.

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AHNA Medication Refill Policy

AHNA Medication Refill Policy

DUE TO OVERWHELMING MEDICATION REFILL REQUESTS, we ask you to give us 24 business hours to fill the prescription. This does not include heartworm, flea and tick prevention.

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Reasons to Consider Microchipping Your Dog

Reasons to Consider Microchipping Your Dog

If your dog is lost or stolen, a microchip sitting under your pet's skin can increase the chances of having your pup returned to you. Not sure if you should consider microchipping your four-legged friend? Here are a few reasons why our North Asheville vets recommend microchipping for dogs.

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I think my dog is constipated. What should I do?

I think my dog is constipated. What should I do?

Constipation in dogs may not seem like a big deal but it can be a sign of a serious health problem that requires urgent veterinary care! In today's post, our North Asheville vets discuss some causes of constipation and what to do to help your dog.

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Cat Gingivitis - Causes & How It Can Be Treated

Cat Gingivitis - Causes & How It Can Be Treated

Dental problems can be very painful for your cat, yet an estimated 85% of cats over three years of age have some form of dental disease. Our North Asheville vets discuss cat gingivitis treatment and the signs of dental issues to watch for.

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Fatty Tumors on Dogs - What They Are & How They're Treated

Fatty Tumors on Dogs - What They Are & How They're Treated

While finding a lump or bump on your dog is bound to cause you concern, not all lumps are cancerous. Fatty tumors are common in dogs, particularly in pups that are middle-aged and older. Our North Asheville vets explain what fatty tumors are and how they can be treated.

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Should I Get My Cat Microchipped?

Should I Get My Cat Microchipped?

If you want to ensure that your feline friend has the best possible chance of being returned to you if they are lost or stolen, then microchipping your cat is essential. Today, our North Asheville vets discuss the benefits of microchips for cats and how they work.

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Does my pet need to visit an emergency vet?

Does my pet need to visit an emergency vet?

Accidents, injuries and sudden illnesses happen to pets unexpectedly at any time of the day or night. But how can you tell whether your pet's issue is a veterinary emergency? Our North Asheville vets share some examples of situations that require emergency care.

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Bordetella Vaccine For Dogs - Reactions & How Often Your Dog Needs This Vaccine

Bordetella Vaccine For Dogs - Reactions & How Often Your Dog Needs This Vaccine

Pet parents often ask our North Asheville vets why their dog needs the Bordetella vaccine and whether their dog could have a reaction to this vaccine. Below we look at how this vaccine can benefit your dog, and the possible side-effects you should be aware of.

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