Animal Clinic Inc. of Chattanooga Blogs

Tailoring Care for Your Aging Pet: Senior Wellness vs. Regular Care As our beloved pets age, their healthcare needs evolve significantly. While regular veterinary care is essential for pets of all ages, senior pets require a more tailored approach to ensure they enjoy...

Signs of Emergency in Senior Pets As our pets age, their needs change, and they may become more prone to health issues. For senior pets, knowing when to seek urgent or emergency care is vital to ensuring they live long, healthy lives. In this post, we’ll walk you...

Essential Preventative Care for a Healthier Pet We want to highlight the importance of preventative care during this special month. From fecal exams to heartworm, flea, and tick prevention, here's why taking these steps can make a world of difference for your pet’s...

Celebrate National Animal Safety and Protection Month October marks National Animal Safety and Protection Month, a time to reflect on the importance of keeping our furry friends safe and secure. We believe every pet deserves to live a happy, healthy life, free from...

Is My Pet in Pain? Recognizing the Signs and Taking Action As pet owners, one of our greatest concerns is ensuring our furry friends are happy and healthy. Recognizing signs of pain in pets can sometimes be challenging, as they can't communicate in words like we do....

The Importance of Annual Check-Ups for Your Cat As cat owners, we want our feline friends to live long, healthy, and happy lives. One of the best ways to ensure this is by scheduling regular veterinary check-ups . But how important is it for an annual cat check-up? In...

Decoding Excessive Paw Licking in Pets: When It's More Than Just Grooming As pet owners, we often notice our furry companions engaging in various grooming behaviors . From cleaning their fur to licking their paws, these activities are usually harmless and instinctual....

Ensuring Your Pet's Wellness: The Crucial Role of Preventative Lab Work When it comes to our pets, we often focus on the visible aspects of their health—ensuring they eat the right food, get plenty of exercise, and receive regular check-ups. However, one crucial...

As summer temperatures rise, our pets are at a higher risk for heat exhaustion. Unlike humans, pets have fewer ways to cool down, making them more susceptible to overheating. Understanding the signs of heat exhaustion can help you act quickly to protect your pet's...

In this guide, we'll explore the importance of maintaining a healthy weight for your pet and provide practical tips to keep them in top shape. Maintaining a healthy weight is just as important for our furry friends as it is for us. Obesity in pets can lead to a myriad...