Opossum Pike Veterinary Clinic

Opossum Pike Veterinary Clinic We are a busy, 4-doctor AAHA-accredited (member of the American Animal Hospital Association), veterinary clinic.

Our main hospital is located in Frederick; however we have two satellite offices: one in Thurmont and one in the Ballenger Creek area. We offer medical care for dogs and cats as well as exotic pets such as: rodent pocket pets (mice, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas), rabbits (all breeds), birds (all breeds), and most reptiles excluding snakes.

🐾 Opossum Pike Labor Day Weekend Wag!This Labor Day weekend, let’s hear it for our senior pets, the true experts at enjo...
09/05/2026

🐾 Opossum Pike Labor Day Weekend Wag!

This Labor Day weekend, let’s hear it for our senior pets, the true experts at enjoying a well-earned break!

After years of guarding the house, supervising every meal, warming our laps, and keeping the family on schedule, our golden oldies have earned their favorite nap spot and carefully timed snack routine.

How is your senior pet spending Labor Day weekend? Snoozing in the sunshine, enjoying a slow-and-steady stroll, or supervising the cookout?

Share a photo below, bonus points for a then-and-now picture! ❤️

Meet one of our Paw-some Patients! This is Hulk. He went from chubby puppy to serving his community as a therapy dog with the GoTeam of Frederick for years. Now as a senior he is winding down and considering retirement... maybe. He really loves his job!

🐾 Thursday Vet Tip: The Magic of the Clinic Doors!Have you ever noticed that your pet’s symptoms seem to magically disap...
09/03/2026

🐾 Thursday Vet Tip: The Magic of the Clinic Doors!

Have you ever noticed that your pet’s symptoms seem to magically disappear the moment they walk through our doors?

The dog who’s been limping for days is suddenly bouncing around the exam room. The cat who’s been coughing at home doesn’t make a sound during the entire appointment. Or that lump you noticed somehow becomes impossible to find!

We understand, it happens all the time! That’s when your phone can become a helpful tool for us too.

If you notice a concerning symptom or change in your pet’s behavior, try to take a 10-30 second video or photo before your appointment. This gives us a peek at what’s happening at home, where your pet may behave very differently than they do here.

A quick video of a limp, cough, unusual movement, or strange behavior can provide valuable clues and help us better understand what you’re seeing.

Looking for a new opportunity? Looking to work for a privately owned veterinary clinic? We are looking for a technician ...
08/25/2026

Looking for a new opportunity? Looking to work for a privately owned veterinary clinic? We are looking for a technician and a doctor to join our amazing team! Reach out to [email protected] if you would like to know more!

🐾 Tall Tail Tuesday!Tall tail: A pet who constantly licks their paws is probably just bored.Well…not always! Repeated pa...
08/19/2026

🐾 Tall Tail Tuesday!

Tall tail: A pet who constantly licks their paws is probably just bored.

Well…not always! Repeated paw licking can be connected to allergies, skin irritation, infection, pain, something caught between the toes, or sometimes stress-related behavior.

Take a quick look for redness, swelling, odor, discharge, broken nails, or a sore spot. If the licking is frequent, focused on one paw, or causing the skin to become pink or raw, it’s time to check in with your veterinary team.

Persistent paw licking is a symptom, not a diagnosis, and finding the cause of itchy paws matters!

Monitor or Make the Call Monday! August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month!Is your pet just having an occasional itch...or try...
08/17/2026

Monitor or Make the Call Monday! August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month!
Is your pet just having an occasional itch...or trying to tell you something?

An occasional scratch can be normal, especially after rolling in the grass or exploring outside. Pay closer attention when the itching keeps returning, interrupts sleep, or comes with paw licking, head shaking, redness, odor, hair loss, scabs, or sore skin.

MONITOR: If the scratching is brief and occasional, and your pet's skin, ears, appetite, energy, and behavior all seem normal.

MAKE THE CALL: if the itching is frequent, worsening, causing skin damage, or making your pet uncomfortable. Skin and ear problems can have several causes, and getting to the root of the itch is the best way to bring lasting relief.

Thursday Vet Tip: Is it really "bad behavior?" Has your normally social cat started hiding? Is your house-trained dog su...
08/13/2026

Thursday Vet Tip: Is it really "bad behavior?"

Has your normally social cat started hiding? Is your house-trained dog suddenly having accidents or becoming unusually restless, clingy, or grumpy?

A sudden behavior change isn’t always your pet being stubborn or “acting out.” Stress, discomfort, household changes, aging, or an underlying health concern can all affect the way a pet behaves.

Pay attention to when the behavior started, how often it happens, and whether you’ve noticed any other changes in appetite, energy, sleep, or bathroom habits. These details can help your veterinary team get to the bottom of what’s going on.

You know your pet best. If something suddenly seems different, give us a call!

Monitor or Make the Call? Has your normally social pet started hiding? Is your easygoing companion suddenly restless, cl...
08/12/2026

Monitor or Make the Call?
Has your normally social pet started hiding? Is your easygoing companion suddenly restless, clingy, grumpy, or just not acting like themselves?

A sudden behavior change may be your pet’s way of telling you that something feels different. Note when the change began, how often it happens, and whether you’ve noticed changes in their appetite, thirst, sleep, mobility, bathroom habits, or home environment.

These details can help us determine whether it’s something to monitor or something we should check out. If you can get a short video of the event, that can be very helpful as well!

🐾 Opossum Pike Weekend Wag: What’s in a Name?People give their pets, (and sometimes their children!) some pretty creativ...
08/08/2026

🐾 Opossum Pike Weekend Wag: What’s in a Name?

People give their pets, (and sometimes their children!) some pretty creative names!

But across six different databases in 2025, the same two names topped the lists for both female dogs and female cats.

Can you guess the two most popular names?

(Hint: If you welcomed a female fur baby in 2025, one of them might be her name!)

🐾 Opossum Pike Weekend Wag: The Weight of Treats!Nearly 60% of dogs and cats in the U.S. are overweight or obese, and hi...
08/01/2026

🐾 Opossum Pike Weekend Wag: The Weight of Treats!

Nearly 60% of dogs and cats in the U.S. are overweight or obese, and hidden calories from treats are easy to overlook!

Snacks, table scraps, pill pockets, dental chews, and training rewards all contribute to your pet’s daily calorie intake. Ideally, treats should make up no more than 10% of their daily calories.

Fortunately, healthy treats can still make pets come running! Many dogs enjoy small pieces of banana, apple, melon, blueberries, cucumber, or carrots. Just remove any seeds, cores, and rinds.

Cats are obligate carnivores, so they usually prefer meat-based treats, but every cat has its quirks! Does your cat pounce on a particular fruit or veggie?

We'd love to know what healthy treats your pets enjoy!

Monitor or Make the Call Monday: You've noticed your pet’s appetite has changed, but when is it critical and what other ...
07/28/2026

Monitor or Make the Call Monday:
You've noticed your pet’s appetite has changed, but when is it critical and what other changes should you pay attention to?
A single unusual meal may not be cause for alarm, but appetite changes can be an early sign that something is wrong.

Monitor if your pet:

• Skips one meal but otherwise acts normally
• Eats slightly less after a routine or food change
• Has no vomiting, diarrhea, pain, or behavior changes

Make the call if your pet:

• Continues refusing food, especially a cat, young or very small pet, senior, diabetic, or pet with an existing condition
• Is vomiting, having diarrhea, losing weight, or drinking and urinating more
• Drools, drops food, or has difficulty chewing
• Seems painful, weak, unusually quiet, or “just not right”
• Has a swollen abdomen, repeatedly retches without producing vomit, collapses, struggles to breathe, or may have swallowed a toxin or foreign object

You know your pet’s normal habits best. When something feels off, it’s always okay to call!

Address

1550 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD
21701

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 12pm

Telephone

(301) 662-2322

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