COVID-19 Protocol Cohutta Animal Clinic is resuming regular business hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm Around the world, we are adjusting to a new reality in every part of our lives as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a business and as individuals, we extend our sympathy to all that are impacted. With this sentiment in mind, to help protect our staff and clients, we are limiting appointments to sick patients, essential procedures and are operating with limited staff to allow team members to shelter at home if required. Please call ahead to make an appointment or to discuss your pets needs. If we are involved with a pet and unable to come to the phone, please leave a message. We will return your call as soon as we are able. Also, please allow up to 24 hours for prescription requests! When you arrive with your pet, please phone us from the parking lot: 706-946-7387 A team member will bring your pet from your car into the building. Please wear your mask for our safety, as we will wear our mask for yours! The doctor will examine your pet and communicate with you via phone to discuss your pets medical condition. Please have your cell phone turned on and keep a line free to receive the Vets call! For your convenience, you may pay for your pets services over the phone once the exam, diagnostics and prescriptions are completed. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping all of us to stay healthy. Your Cohutta Animal Clinic Team |
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Cohutta Animal Clinic has been providing compassionate & quality care to Blue Ridge residents and surrounding communities since 2008.
We treat our staff, clients and pets like family and though we specialize in dogs and cats, we provide expertise medical care for a variety of other species including pocket pets, Llamas, Alpacas and reptiles. Our services include, but are not limited to:
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Coronavirus: Developing An Emergency Plan For Your Pets
Many Texas animal shelters and rescue organizations are working together to urge the public to include pets in their emergency planning regarding COVID-19. Life can change rapidly with COVID-19, and pet-owners must pre-plan for the safety and security of their animals.
The shelters recommend staying up to date on COVID-19 facts from legitimate sources like the Center for Disease Control, World Health Organization and American Veterinary Medicine Association, having a backup plan for pet care and/or boarding in case you are hospitalized; and preparing a supply kit for your pet.
“If you were hospitalized, the ideal plan is for your pet to stay at home and receive care from another family member,” said Fort Worth Animal Care and Control Assistant Director of Animal Welfare Dr. Tim Morton. “However, it’s important to be prepared for all possible scenarios, so we recommend that you also request help from a friend or neighbor.”
In addition to considering emergency boarding, the shelters recommend preparing an emergency supply kit for your pet which should include:
· a two-week supply of food; any medication the pet is on;
· vaccination records and your vet’s contact information;
· collar with ID tags; daily care instructions;
· a crate, leash or carrier;
· any additional toys or treats to make your pet feel more comfortable.
Be sure to inform your emergency pet care provider where these supplies are located.
Many community organizations also are assisting pet owners in need during the COVID-19 crisis.
Excerpted from dfw.cbslocal.com, 4/9/20:
Many Texas animal shelters and rescue organizations are working together to urge the public to include pets in their emergency planning regarding COVID-19. Life can change rapidly with COVID-19, and pet-owners must pre-plan for the safety and security of their animals.
The shelters recommend staying up to date on COVID-19 facts from legitimate sources like the Center for Disease Control, World Health Organization and American Veterinary Medicine Association, having a backup plan for pet care and/or boarding in case you are hospitalized; and preparing a supply kit for your pet.
“If you were hospitalized, the ideal plan is for your pet to stay at home and receive care from another family member,” said Fort Worth Animal Care and Control Assistant Director of Animal Welfare Dr. Tim Morton. “However, it’s important to be prepared for all possible scenarios, so we recommend that you also request help from a friend or neighbor.”
In addition to considering emergency boarding, the shelters recommend preparing an emergency supply kit for your pet which should include:
· a two-week supply of food; any medication the pet is on;
· vaccination records and your vet’s contact information;
· collar with ID tags; daily care instructions;
· a crate, leash or carrier;
· any additional toys or treats to make your pet feel more comfortable.
Be sure to inform your emergency pet care provider where these supplies are located.
Many community organizations also are assisting pet owners in need during the COVID-19 crisis.
Excerpted from dfw.cbslocal.com, 4/9/20:
