January 5th is National Bird Day 10 Things You Can Do to Make Your Bird Happy National Bird Day recognizes that birds are non-domesticated animals that belong in the wild where they can fly free and express their natural behaviors. However, due to the large number of birds living in [...]

Holiday Safety Tips Holly, Jolly and Oh-So-Safe! Of course you want to include your furry companions in the festivities, pet parents, but as you celebrate this holiday season, try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible. And be sure to steer [...]

Thank you to everyone who made our 1st annual DOGGONE, CAT-TASTIC PET FOOD DRIVE! A huge success. We collected just over 200 pounds of food. Arcata Animal Hospital’s First Annual   DOGGONE, CAT-TASTIC PET FOOD DRIVE! To benefit THE SEQUOIA HUMANE SOCIETY And THE FOOD BANK FOR HUMBOLDT COUNTY   [...]

Fresh breath makes for fresher kisses. Traditionally, February, is pet dental month but here at Arcata Animal Hospital we also celebrate during the month of November. So, give our office a call to find out how to schedule your four legged family member for a dental cleaning. Also ask how [...]

Wellness Exams Regular wellness exams allow your veterinarian to evaluate your pet’s general health and become aware of any health problems before they become serious illnesses. Since your pet cannot vocalize his feelings, you must rely on regular physical examinations by a veterinarian and your at-home observations to assess your [...]

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Click here to view the press release from the Humboldt Wildlife Care Center and to see what you can do to help.

The mama kitty (whom we’ve named April) was abandoned by our door last night with five newborn kittens. Her kittens will be put up for adoption once they are old enough, so check in with us to see when they will be available up in our lobby. April has already [...]

February is National Pet Dental Health Month! We offer a discount on dentals done in February; please call and speak to a receptionist for more details.

Dr. Wendy Bithell is now Dr. Wendy Merideth…Congratulations!