When your pet experiences a sudden health crisis, it can be overwhelming and frightening. In some cases, emergency surgery may be necessary to save their life or prevent significant pain and complications. Knowing what to do in these critical moments can make all the difference. Alpine Animal Hospital is here to provide exceptional emergency vet [...]

Health maintenance is crucial for the success of any herd of small ruminants, such as sheep and goats. Whether you are a seasoned farmer or new to small ruminant care, understanding the fundamentals of herd health management is essential. Our Alpine Animal Hospital team explains key strategies to ensure your flock remains healthy, productive, and [...]

A pet guardian has many responsibilities, including ensuring your pet’s health, happiness, and daily care. One significant decision you will likely face is spaying or neutering your pet. However, spaying your female pet, which involves removing their ovaries and uterus, and neutering your male pet, which involves removing their testicles, are standard surgical procedures that [...]

While summertime has its charms, it also has its challenges—high heat and humidity, swarms of pests, severe weather, and intense sunlight, for example. These challenges not only can affect people but also extend to their furry family members. However, we have you covered! Our Alpine Animal Hospital team can help you keep your pet cool [...]

Among the various health threats your pet will face, fleas and ticks rank high on the list. These tiny parasites cause considerable discomfort and pose significant health risks to your furry friend and every family member. In this guide, our Alpine Animal Hospital team dives into the intricacies of flea and tick prevention, exploring the [...]

Regular vaccinations and deworming are important aspects of your horse’s health care plan to keep them disease and parasite free. Our Alpine Animal Hospital team wants to ensure your equine friend is in optimal health, and we provide recommendations about equine vaccines and parasite control.  Equine vaccines Vaccines are your horse’s first line of defense [...]

Pet owners sometimes dread giving their pets medication. Your pet may have a knack for spitting out their pills or capsules or wrestle away when you try to administer their medication. The good news is you can learn to give your pet their medication without having a stressful experience. Our Alpine Animal Hospital team offers [...]

Orthopedic injuries and conditions are common in pets, particularly among dogs. Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease is an orthopedic condition resulting in limping, pain, and lameness. An effective surgical treatment for this disease is tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO). Our Alpine Animal Hospital team describes CCL disease and how TPLO surgery can help alleviate your [...]

If your horse favors a limb, you likely want to know what is causing their gait change. Equine lameness is a multifaceted issue, caused by such factors as musculoskeletal pain, mechanical problems, and neurological conditions, and can significantly affect your horse’s well-being and performance. Our Alpine Animal Hospital team wants to keep your horse as [...]

Idaho winters bring chilly temperatures and harsh weather conditions, which can be uncomfortable—and dangerous—for pets. Like you, your pet can be affected by the cold weather, and you are responsible for protecting them from the elements. Follow our Alpine Animal Hospital team’s do’s and don’ts to ensure your pet stays safe, warm, and healthy during [...]