Franklin County Animal Medical Center

Franklin County Animal Medical Center Located in beautiful Washington, MO, we are dedicated to providing you and your animals the very best care possible.

We care for a wide variety of animals large and small. We offer kenneling services for vacations, weekends, or just daycare. Feel at ease while your pet is receiving wonderful care and lots of spoiling while you are out of town. After hours emergency services are available.

06/23/2026

🍦🐕 DIY Frozen Treats 🐾🥶

Looking for a fun, healthy way to help your pup beat the summer heat? Skip the store-bought aisles and whip up these easy, vet-approved frozen "puppsicles" right in your kitchen!

Recipe 1: The Peanut Butter Banana Bliss 🍌🥜Ingredients: 1 ripe banana, 2 tablespoons of dog-safe peanut butter (ensure it is xylitol-free!), and 1 cup of plain, unsweetened yogurt.
Directions: Mash the banana, blend it with the peanut butter and yogurt, pour into an ice cube tray or silicone mold, and freeze for 4 hours.

Recipe 2: The Fruity Hydration Crunch 🍓💧Ingredients: Handful of fresh blueberries, chopped strawberries, and low-sodium beef or chicken broth (make sure it contains no onions or garlic).
Directions: Place a few pieces of fruit into each mold slot, fill the rest of the slot with broth, and freeze until solid.Pro-Tip: You can use a crunchy dog biscuit or a dental chew as the "popsicle stick" for an extra fun texture!

🦴Always introduce new treats slowly to avoid an upset tummy. What is your dog’s absolute favorite summer snack? Tell us in the comments below! 👇...

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing Dog Dads, Cat Dads, and Pet Dads out there! 🐾🧔‍♂
Today, we are celebrating the guys who say "we are not getting a pet," only to end up sharing the couch, the bed, and their hearts with their furry best friends.
Thank you for providing endless love, safety, and snacks to our favorite patients!
❤️Let’s see those proud Pet Dads! Drop a photo of the special guy and his furry sidekick in the comments below! 📸👇

06/19/2026

🐾 Friday Fun Fact: Here are four mind-blowing facts about our favorite canine companions! 🐕✨
Your dog is full of surprises, from how they view the world to how they communicate with you.
Amazing Canine Trivia:
Dreamers: Dogs share the same brainwave patterns as humans during sleep and experience vivid dreams. 💤
Time Trackers: Dogs can tell how much time has passed based on how much your scent has faded from the room since you left. 🕒
Left or Right-Pawed: Just like humans are right or left-handed, dogs have a dominant front paw they prefer to use first. 🐾
Super Hearing: Pups can hear sounds four times farther away than humans can, including the high-pitched hum of household electronics. 🔌
How to test their dominant paw: Place a treat under a low couch or cup and watch which paw your dog uses first to swipe at it!
🐕🕵️‍♂️Which paw did your pup use? Let us know their results in the comments below! 👇...

06/17/2026

🏖️🐾 Happy Wellness Wednesday! ☀️💦

Summer means pool days, lake trips, and backyard hose fun! But all that water play can easily lead to a less fun summer staple: ear infections. 🐶👂
When water gets trapped in your pet's warm, dark ear canals, it creates the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and yeast.

Tips to Prevent Summer Ear Infections:

Dry thoroughly: Wipe ears with a towel immediately after swimming or baths.
Use a drying cleanser: Ask us for a vet-approved, moisture-absorbing ear cleaner.
Clean after swims: Sq**rt the cleaner into the ear, massage the base, and wipe out the excess.
Avoid cotton swabs: Never stick Q-tips down the canal, as they push debris deeper. Try cotton balls instead!

If your pup is shaking their head after a fun day at the lake, give us a call! Catching ear infections early makes treatment much faster and easier. 🏥

🐾 Friday Fun Fact: Did you know that not all dogs are born knowing how to swim? 🐕🏊‍♂️While we often hear the term "doggy...
06/12/2026

🐾 Friday Fun Fact: Did you know that not all dogs are born knowing how to swim? 🐕🏊‍♂️
While we often hear the term "doggy paddle," swimming is actually a learned skill for many pups, and some breeds aren't built for the water at all!
The Aquatic Breakdown:
The Naturals: Retrievers and Spaniels have webbed paws and water-resistant coats designed for swimming.
The Anchors: Bulldogs, Pugs, and Dachshunds have heavy chests, short legs, or flat faces that make staying afloat very difficult.
The Sinkers: High-muscle, low-fat breeds like Boxers can struggle to stay buoyant in deep water.
Summer Safety Tip: If your dog is trying out the pool or beach for the first time this summer, always outfit them with a canine life jacket and stay within arm's reach!

🦺🌊Does your pup love to splash around, or do they prefer to stay dry on the shore? Drop a photo of your water dog (or beach bum) below! 📸👇

06/09/2026

🐾☀️ Beat the Heat: How to Keep Outdoor Cats Cool 🐱🌡️
While cats are notorious sun-bathers, summer heatwaves can easily lead to dangerous dehydration or heatstroke. If you care for outdoor cats or community ferals, here are simple, practical ways to keep them safe and cool.
Top Ways to Keep Outdoor Cats Cool:
Create shaded retreats: Prop open umbrellas, elevate tarps, or place cardboard boxes in shady areas to block the sun. ⛱️
The frozen water bottle trick: Freeze plastic water bottles, wrap them in a thin towel, and place them in their favorite resting spots. 🧊
Keep water circulating: Cats prefer moving water. Consider a battery-operated fountain or add fresh ice cubes to their bowls multiple times a day. 💧
Switch to wide bowls: Use deep, wide ceramic or plastic water bowls instead of metal ones, which heat up quickly in the sun. 🥣
Serve wet food early: Put wet food out during cooler morning or evening hours so it doesn’t spoil or attract flies in the heat. 🍗
Provide cooling pads: Place pressure-activated gel cooling mats or damp towels in shady areas for them to lounge on. 🧼
🏥🚨How do you help the neighborhood cats stay cool during the summer? Share your tips below! 👇...

06/05/2026

🐾 June is Adopt-a-Cat Month! 🐱❤️

Are you ready to open your heart and home to a new feline friend? There are so many sweet cats waiting for a second chance at life and a cozy lap to curl up in! Reach out to a local rescue this month for a furever friend! If you can't adopt, donate!

🏥✨If you have an adopted cat, celebrate them today by dropping their picture in the comments below! 📸👇

06/01/2026

🔍 June is National Microchip Month! 🗓️

A microchip is your pet's permanent ticket home if they ever get lost during summer travels.

Microchip Must-Dos:
Get your pet microchipped.
Register the chip online immediately. (We do this part for you! Hassle Free!)
Update your address and phone number asap when changed.

05/29/2026

🐾 FUN FACT FRIDAY: The Superpower in Your Dog's Wet Nose! 🐶

Ever wonder why your dog's nose is always wet? It’s not just to leave smudge marks on your clean windows! 🪟
That layer of moisture actually acts like a high-tech "scent velcro." 🦠 When your dog sniffs the air, the wetness traps tiny scent particles. Then, your dog licks their nose to "taste" those particles, sending them straight to a special scent organ on the roof of their mouth.
Essentially, they can smell in 3D!
🕶️So, the next time your pup wipes their wet nose on your leg, just remember: they are just gathering data on where you've been. 🕵️‍♂️

Show us those sniffers!👇 Drop a close-up photo of your dog's nose in the comments below! Let's see those boopable snoots! 😍

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes & Keeping Pets Safe This Memorial Day 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, our team pauses to remember and honor the brave men, women, and service animals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We are deeply grateful for their service.

Whether you are hosting a family barbecue or relaxing at home this weekend, please keep these quick Vet Safety Tips in mind to keep your pups out of the clinic:

🍔 No Table Scraps: Onions, garlic, bones, and fatty BBQ meats can cause severe stomach issues or pancreatitis.
🪵 Watch the Charcoal: Lighter fluid and hot coals pose a major burn and toxicity risk.
🎆 Anxiety Watch: If loud noises stress your dog out, create a quiet, secure space indoors.
☀️ Beat the Heat: Dogs don't sweat like us. Keep fresh water available and never leave them in a parked car.
⚠️ Holiday Hours Reminder: Our clinic will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25, 2026, so our staff can spend time with their families.

We will reopen for regular hours on Tuesday, May 26.

If you experience a pet emergency while we are closed, please give us a call and follow the directions on the after hours line.
Have a safe, beautiful, and meaningful weekend! ❤️🤍💙

Address

921 W 14th Street
Washington, MO
63090

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+16363909280

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