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Out of abundant concern for our staff, clients, and community, we have made the decision to create social distance in an effort to control the spread of COVID-19. At this time, we are still accepting pets for veterinary care under the following circumstances: All clients are to call Acorn when they arrive. A staff member…

Like children, puppies require a lot of care, guidance, and patience to help them grow up as happy, healthy adults. Since puppies grow and develop so much more quickly than children, you’re likely to dedicate your puppy’s first year—instead of the first 18 years—to building a strong foundation for your best friend. Follow these seven…

We spend quite a bit of time caring for our teeth—twice-daily brushing and flossing, mouthwash, and dentist visits all work together to ensure our pearly whites remain healthy. But, what do you do to keep your pet’s teeth in tip-top shape? Here are seven ways to care for your furry pal’s oral health. #1: Check…

Heartworm disease is potentially deadly for your pet, and should not be taken lightly. Although heartworm transmission, life cycle, and prevention can be confusing, protecting your pet is simple.  How is heartworm disease transmitted? It takes the bite of only one infected mosquito to put your pet at risk for developing heartworm disease. Once an…

Winter is settling its icy grip across the country, and with the falling temperatures comes a host of hazards that can harm your pet. Avoid the worst of the weather-related woes by watching out for the following seven cold weather dangers for pets: #1: Beware of blazes Nothing beats a blazing fire on a blustery…

Pets don’t live nearly as long as they should, but they pack so much love and affection for their human caretakers into their lives. We’re incredibly blessed to have the companionship of a good cat or dog for as long as we can keep them happy and healthy. To repay the devotion your pet has…

An extra hand in the kitchen is always welcome when you are cooking dinner. But, if your pet is the “helper,” be vigilant when it’s time to taste test. Many foods in your kitchen or pantry can be dangerous to pets if ingested, and nothing will spoil a meal faster than having to dash out…

You rush into our hospital with your injured pet, frantically searching for help. One of our veterinary technicians leaps into action, ushering you into an exam room to assess your beloved companion’s condition. By checking your pet’s vital signs and getting a history of what happened—an unfortunate dog-walking incident with a loose dog—our vet tech…

Puppy kisses and kitten cuddles are one of the many joys of pet ownership, but getting up close and personal can impart more than fur and slobber. Puppies and kittens often carry intestinal parasites, either transmitted by their mothers, or picked up in the environment. Older pets are also susceptible to these nasty worms, especially…

Everyone loves to have fun in the sun—and it’s more fun if you can share it with your pet. But summertime’s fabulous rays bring a whole host of risks for your pet. Here are the top five risks that may affect you and your pet during the hottest season, and how to prevent and treat…