Chilhowee Veterinary Clinic Inc.

11/11/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country and the countless sacrifices they and their families have made to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.

From all of us at Chilhowee Vet Clinic, thank you for your courage, your dedication, your service, and your unwavering commitment to something bigger than yourselves. ❤️🤍💙

We are forever grateful for those who have served, those who continue to serve, and the families who stand beside them.

Today and every day, we salute you. Thank you, Veterans! 🇺🇸🐾

11/10/2026

🐾 Their Mood Has Changed… Should You Be Worried?

We all have our days when we'd rather stay curled up in bed and avoid the world (this little cutie, Scout seems to have mastered that skill 😂). But when it comes to our pets, changes in their mood or behavior can sometimes be their way of telling us something isn't quite right!

Pets can't exactly tell us when they aren't feeling well, so it's important to pay attention to changes in their everyday personalities.

Some changes to keep an eye on:

- Suddenly becoming withdrawn, hiding, or avoiding interaction.
- Being unusually clingy or seeking more attention than normal.
- Increased irritability, growling, or aggression.
- Sleeping significantly more or less than usual.
- Losing interest in favorite activities, toys, walks, or playtime.
- Changes in appetite or drinking habits.
- Restlessness, pacing, or difficulty getting comfortable.

📞 When should you give us a call at 865-977-6958?

If your pet's personality seems noticeably different, especially if the change is sudden, persistent, or accompanied by other symptoms, it's worth scheduling an appointment. Pain, illness, hormonal changes, and other medical conditions can all show up as behavioral changes.

And remember: You know your pet better than anyone! If something just doesn't seem like them, trust your instincts and give us a call.

A little extra attention today could help us catch something important tomorrow. ❤️

11/06/2026

🍂 Happy Friday & Hello, November! 🧡

A new month is the perfect reminder to slow down, take a breath, and appreciate the little things. As we kick off November, we're feeling especially grateful for the things that make our days meaningful — wagging tails, happy purrs, wonderful clients, dedicated team members, and the privilege of caring for the pets in our community who make our lives better. 🐾

This month, we're choosing gratitude in the big moments AND the little ones. Because around here, we're pretty lucky to spend our days doing what we love! ❤️

Let's start November with a little gratitude! Tell us in the comments: What's one thing (or one furry friend 😉) you're especially thankful for today?

Wishing everyone a wonderful Friday and a November full of reasons to be grateful and thankful! 🍁

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11/04/2026

🌧️ because this picture of a wet Bertie is simply too good to not reuse on the internet for a rainy day in Maryville! 🐾☔

While we might be reaching for our rain boots and umbrellas, our furry friends have their own rainy-day routines. 🐶🐱

A few rainy-day reminders:
🐾 Wipe those muddy paws before they make it inside!
🐾 Keep an eye out for puddles (not everything in them is safe to drink!).
🐾 Make sure outdoor potty breaks are supervised and pets stay warm and dry.
🐾 Don't forget… a rainy day is the perfect excuse for extra snuggles!

Let's hear it: Is your dog a rain-loving adventurer or a "I refuse to get my paws wet" kind of dog? 😂☔

10/30/2026

🐾 FRIDAY CALLED… IT WANTS TO KNOW WHO'S READY FOR THE WEEKEND! 🎉

We've made it through another week of wagging tails, curious whiskers, happy visits, and maybe a few treats sneaked under the exam table, or on top? We actually stopped tracking that data by lunch on Wednesday LOL. 😉🐶🐱

Before you head into weekend mode, give those furry family members a little extra love from us.

Let's make it a GOOD Friday and an ever better weekend! ❤️

Drop a picture of your pet in the comments and show us who's kicking off the weekend with you! 📸🐾

Have a safe, happy, and tail-wagging weekend, everyone!

— Your friends at Chilhowee ❤️

10/28/2026

** it has come to our attention that there is a person calling people impersonating a social security office employee with a heavy accent, who then leads into inappropriate comments/conversations with the callers (clients and not clients). When one of the people called the number back- it rang to our clinic. We are not sure how someone is attempting to scam and harass others with our number being listed as the caller, but we assure you this is not us and if anyone has received a call like this please let us know ASAP so we can attempt to figure out how/why this is happening and gather more information. **

We are sorry this has happened- this is not anyone from our clinic- and we are trying to find a resolution!

10/26/2026

🎃👻 Pumpkins, Paws & Teamwork! 🐾🧡

Our technicians traded their usual tools for carving tools for our annual pumpkin carving party! 🎃🧡 From spooky faces to silly smiles, our team brought plenty of creativity (and probably a little pumpkin guts ) to the table!

We love finding little ways to celebrate the amazing people who make our clinic special. Veterinary medicine takes teamwork, compassion, and a whole lot of heart — and we’re lucky to have a team that knows how to have fun together, too! 🐾🧡

Drop a 🎃 in the comments and tell us which pumpkin is your favorite! Can you can spot our little four-legged supervisor, Annie keeping an eye on the competition? 🐶👀

Happy Howl-o-ween from our team to yours! 🕸️🐾

10/21/2026

HALLOWEEN PSA: CHOCOLATE IS A TREAT FOR HUMANS, NOT OUR FURRY FRIENDS!

Spooky season is here, and while we’re stocking up on candy, our pets might be plotting their own little Halloween candy heist!

🚨 Did you know or is this a friendly reminder that chocolate can be TOXIC to dogs and cats? 🚨

Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which are methylxanthines; which pets have difficulty processing. The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous it can be!

Here are a few tricks to keep your pets safe:
🍫 Keep Halloween candy bowls out of paw’s reach!
🍬 Remind little goblins not to share their treats with their furry siblings.
🎃 Secure candy wrappers, too — they can cause trouble if swallowed!
🧁 Be extra careful with dark chocolate, baking chocolate, and cocoa powder.

⚠️ Signs of chocolate toxicity can include:
-Vomiting or diarrhea
-Restlessness or hyperactivity
-Increased heart rate
-Tremors or seizures in severe cases

🆘 Think your pet snuck a bite? Don't wait for symptoms! Contact us or an emergency veterinary clinic right away. Be ready to share your pet’s weight, the type of chocolate, and how much they may have eaten. Let's keep Halloween full of treats, not tricks! 🧡🐾

👇 BONUS QUESTION: What's your pet most likely to steal if given the chance — chocolate, pizza, a hotdog perhaps? Or the entire candy bowl? Tell us in the comments!

10/19/2026

Monday has us feeling like… “I’m here, I’m trying, and I have absolutely no idea what’s going on.” 🐶👅

One ear up, one ear down, tongue out, and just doing our best to make it through the day. 🤣 If this little guy’s handsome face doesn’t perfectly capture your Monday mood, we need to know what does!

Drop a 🐾 if you’re also just winging it this Monday!

10/16/2026

🍲 SLOW COOKER? MORE LIKE CAT COOKER! 🐈‍⬛

Today's menu special: one fluffy void, lightly seasoned with audacity, simmered in absolutely ZERO ingredients. 😂

Recipe for success:
🐾 1 Crock-Pot (empty, thankfully!)
🐾 1 cat with questionable life choices
🐾 0 thoughts, just vibes

Cooking time: 8 hours on LOW… or until the cat decides the kitchen appliance is no longer worthy of their presence.

Don't worry, friends — no cats were cooked in the making of this photo. Just one very confused chef who clearly missed the memo about what belongs in the Crock-Pot.

What's the WEIRDEST place you've ever found your cat napping? Drop your stories (and pictures if you have them!) in the comments! 📸🐾