Garrett Veterinary Services

08/27/2026

We love to share a happy story! Recently, we got a call from a very worried dog owner whose pregnant dog had been in labor for a couple hours with a sac protruding but no other progress. Now typically, we would have expected this to be a sad story where at least the leading pup if not all were already deceased. However, when we checked with the ultrasound we saw heartbeats! Living puppies! The heart rates were starting to move toward the low end, indicating distress! Time was of the essence! Our team jumped into action with the owner’s permission and got little mama to surgery ASAP! She had only two puppies inside, and folks, BOTH survived! They were even ready to latch and nurse before mom was even awake! We are so proud of our team and so thankful these owners entrusted us with the care of mom and babies!

08/08/2026

Happy story Saturday!

This sweet, but very sick little ferret came to see us on Monday. She had been vomiting and couldn’t keep anything down. Her owner let us know that she, like most ferrets, has a tendency to try to eat things she isn’t supposed to, and he was worried she had something blocking her intestines. Through examination, x-rays, and ultrasound, Dr. Jess confirmed this suspicion. After overnight hospitalization and fluids, our team took her to surgery the next morning, and found that the obstruction was part of one of her favorite toys! The object was removed and she was in her owner’s arms for a visit, ready for some treats only a couple hours later! She stayed with us another night to be sure she would be ok at home and she did great! Her owner says she has continued to recover at home, and he is taking steps to try to avoid a repeat offense!

Ferrets are amazing, curious little creatures! However, that curiosity can get them into trouble when they eat things they shouldn’t. It is so important to keep your ferrets in safe areas, well-controlled spaces or try to “ferret proof” your home if they are allowed time to roam! Providing your ferret with safe, stimulating, monitored toy time can help to satisfy their curious, playful nature while reducing the risk of foreign object ingestion. When possible, they also love to have a buddy to play with.

We are so thankful in this case the owner chose to bring her in right away instead of waiting. Early intervention significantly improves the likelihood of a positive outcome like this story. We can’t wait to watch our new little friend thrive at her follow up visits!

07/30/2026

Whew! What a night! Right about midnight a couple members our team wrapped up and headed home after TWO after-hours emergency procedures! Both patients made it through and are resting comfortably. While we can’t take on this kind of load on a regular basis and still be there for all of our regularly scheduled appointments, nights like this are a special reminder of why we do what we do! We are here to serve. We believe God has called us to serve people through caring for their animals to the best of our abilities!
Good night to you all from your Garrett Vet team and O’Malley the clinic cat!

07/27/2026

4 years of Garrett Vet (as of yesterday)! It has been a whirlwind! Time is flying by! We are so thankful to have the opportunity to serve you and your animals!

07/24/2026

At Garrett Vet, we always hope our team will go the extra mile for you and your pet! All the work they do, all the stress and heartache they carry, and all the sacrifices they make often go unnoticed. Though they don’t ask for that pat on the back, we wanted to take a moment to roll into the weekend with some positive shout outs! Has one of our team members (past or present) helped you and your pet feel special? We hope you’ll share your stories below!

07/24/2026

July is filled with so much learning! Our doctors will be heading north on Saturday for a training lab on advanced diagnostics in cattle. We are so proud to be able to offer an excellent spectrum of care to all species, including those entering our food supply!

As a rare occurrence, we have decided to close the clinic for Saturday 7/25/26 while the doctors are out so our staff can enjoy some time with their families. We will still be in clinic Friday and back on Monday. If you have any emergency needs on Saturday, please reach out to one of the many emergency veterinary facilities in our region. Recommendations and contact information can be found through our website.

07/15/2026

And they’re off! ✈️

Our doctors will be out of the clinic through the weekend, but we will have a wonderful relief vet in on Saturday! Phone lines and med pick ups will still be available Wednesday and Friday morning.

Wish our doctors safe travels as they head to Florida for a fantastic training symposium on advances in equine ozone therapy! This unique opportunity brings together experts from all over the world and will help us to help more of our patients with this amazing modality!

07/10/2026

What a wonderful example of the integrity of our first president, as well as an excellent reminder of the importance of ID tags to make sure your pets can find their way home!

In 1777, after the Battle of Germantown, American soldiers found a lost dog wandering near the battlefield. Its collar showed that it belonged to British General William Howe, one of Washington's main enemies.

Washington could have ignored it or kept it as a trophy. Instead, he ordered the dog cared for and returned under a flag of truce.

It was a small act, but it became a lasting example of Washington's character. Even during war, he believed honor still mattered.

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day! Enjoy this wonderful day to celebrate our freedom with family and friends! As we celebrate let's remember the sacrifices of our Founding Fathers and many brave men and women who fought for our God-given right to be free!

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

07/03/2026