Scottsboro Pet Care

10/15/2026

When the Town, the Civitan, local churches, and the school work together - it’s bound to be great! Y’all join us for the Fall Festival! 🍂

10/09/2026

Deaf dogs are more common than most people realize, and many look and act no different than any other dog. Hearing loss can be present from birth or develop gradually with age, and certain breeds, including Dalmatians, Australian Shepherds, and some terriers, are more likely to be born at least partially deaf.

Watch for signs like not responding to their name, sleeping more deeply than usual, or startling easily. When approached with guided training and meaningful adjustments to care, you can create a safe environment where they can be happy, safe, and at peace.
Interested in making a deaf dog part of your family but need help getting started? Visit the link below for helpful training and resources.

10/07/2026

Summer is gone, but parasite risks aren’t. Fleas, ticks, and other parasites can stay active well past the first cool snap. Here’s what to watch for this fall season:

10/05/2026

October is here and we are fully embracing the cozy walks, crunchy leaves, and extra snuggle sessions that come with it! 🐾

Fall is honestly the best season to be a pet owner and we think you know exactly why. 🍂

10/03/2026

This is what fall is really about. 🍂🤍

A gentle giant, a growing family, and a golden October afternoon that nobody wanted to end. Dogs have this incredible way of making every season feel a little more special just by being in it. 🐾

10/03/2026

October is here and that means it's time to think about what your dog needs for the season ahead. 🍂🐾

Cooler temps, shorter days, and a pup who deserves to be fully set up for fall. Stop in this month and let us help you find everything on your list for your favorite co-pilot. 🤍

10/03/2026

🦠🦝 🦠🦝 🦠🦊🦠🦨🦠🐕 Attention Autauga, Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Coosa, Dallas, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Jefferson, Marshall, St. Clair, Shelby, and Talladega counties: an oral rabies vaccine baiting program is being conducted in part to abate an emergency human health and safety issue associated with rabies, targeting raccoons and other wildlife.

The United States Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Services program (USDA-WS) will distribute oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits in Alabama beginning on or about October 5th. Bait distribution in Alabama is part of a nationwide, cooperative effort by USDA to prevent the westward spread of raccoon rabies in the eastern United States. The baiting program is being conducted in part to abate an emergency human health and safety issue associated with rabies. Implementation of this program in Alabama is a cooperative effort between USDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Alabama Department of Health, and other agencies.

These baits will be distributed by low-flying airplanes and helicopters throughout an area that includes parts of counties: Autauga, Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Coosa, Dallas, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Jefferson, Marshall, St. Clair, Shelby, and Talladega counties. The aerial bait drop is expected to last for about a month.

The ORV baits to be aerially distributed over the majority of the bait zone are plastic packets of vaccine coated with an oily, fish-scented substance to attract raccoons and other rabies vector species. It is recommended that anyone who finds a bait leave it alone to allow wildlife to find it. However, if a bait is intact and out in the open, it can be tossed deeper into the woods or brush where a wild animal is more likely to find it. People should wear gloves or use a towel if it is necessary to handle baits and wash their hands afterward. Pet owners should not attempt to take baits away from their pets, as they may be bitten in the process and exposed to the vaccine. Although baits are not harmful to pets, ingestion of a large number of baits may cause temporary stomach upset. Anyone who comes in contact with the liquid vaccine contained within the bait should wash their hands immediately and contact their local health department for further guidance.

10/03/2026

10/02/2026

Treat time is also bonding time. 🐱🧡

Did you know that hand feeding your pet occasionally can actually strengthen your bond and build trust, especially with cats who are more reserved?

It also gives you a chance to notice changes in appetite, which can be an early indicator that something is off health wise. 🐾

10/02/2026

Fall is here! 🍂🐾

There is something so quietly powerful about an older dog just taking it all in. Those grey muzzles have seen things, loved deeply, and shown up every single day without fail.

October is a great reminder to slow down and cherish every single walk. 🧡