Featured Team Member: Jennifer Ames

1. How long have you been a part of the AMC team?

I joined the AMC and Bed and Biscuit team in October of 2004. 

2. What drew you to this profession?

 I really enjoy working with and spending my time with animals!

3. What is your favorite part of your job?

 All my fantastic dogs friends! I also have a special place in my heart for senior pets.

4.What hobbies or interests do you enjoy outside of work?

 I enjoy being outdoors and doing lots of walking.

5. What pets do you currently have at home?

 I have two senior dacshunds, Cosmo and Abby, Three cats, and my assistant puppy playcare counselor, Buffalo!

6.What would a perfect day at AMC be like for you?

 Just like everyday...outside at puppy playcare!

7. What is a perfect day for you outside of work?

 When I am not at work, i love to spend my time doing anything outsdoors.

8. If money were not a factor, where would you choose to spend the rest of your life?

 I would love to spend my time traveling in an RV. I would be visiting: Maine, Utah, Arizona, North Carolina, and Oregon.

Keeping pets cool in the summer heat!

  With the official start of summer on Saturday, We at the Animal Medical Clinic, want to remind you of the dangers of heat stroke/heat exhaustion for your pet. When temperatures soar into the 90’s, our pets are at risk for heat related illnesses very similar to those that affect us.   

   Each year we see many pets suffering from heat exhaustion that is easily preventable and not all of these pets survive.  We saw our first case of heat stroke in 2014 yesterday.  Often these pets, mainly dogs, present to us with temperatures of as much as 104-110 degrees. If  not treated soon enough, heat stoke may lead to coma and death of the pet.  Know the signs of heat stroke in pets!  Brachycephalic breeds(short-nosed breeds, such as bulldogs and pugs) and larger thick coated breeds are at a higher risk for heat stroke.

If you suspect that your pet is suffering from heat stroke, Seek veterinary attention immediately!!!!

Signs of heat stroke can include:

• Excessive panting
• Bright red gums
• Staggering
• Stupor/unresponsiveness
• Seizures
• Bloody diarrhea
• Vomiting

To keep your pet cool and safe this summer, follow these simple tips:

• Make sure your pets have access to a shady area when they are outdoors
• Provide plenty of fresh cool water to keep your pet hydrated
• NEVER leave your pet in an unairconditioned car where temperature can quickly turn deadly
• Exercise your pet in the coolest hours of the day(before 9am or after 7pm)
• If at all possible, keep them indoors and out of the heat
• If the pavement is too hot to touch with the palm of your hand for 10 seconds, it is too hot for your pet's paw pads!

Featured Team Member: Aly Quibodeaux

1. How long have you been a part of the AMC team?

I have been a part of the AMC team for 15 months. I worked here in 2008 and moved away. I was excited to be asked to rejoin the team when I moved back!

2. What drew you to this profession?

The love of people and animals drew me to this profession. I love dealing with great people who share the passion of love for pets.

3. What is your favorite part of your job?

I absolutely love cuddling with all the puppies that come in, especially bulldogs...and especially "Hoss".

4.What hobbies or interests do you enjoy outside of work?

 Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my daughter. Family time is very important to me. I also enjoy swimming, reading, and horseback riding.  

5. What pets do you currently have at home?

  I have one pet, her name is "9 to 5 Couch potato". We call her Tater for short. She is a 7 year old English Bulldog mix.

6.What would a perfect day at AMC be like for you?

 All healthy pets romping about the clinic and a bunch of puppies to play with while I have my Dunkin!  

7. What is a perfect day for you outside of work?

 A perfect day outside of work would be me and my daughter out on the lake soaking up the sun, swimming and laughing, and having pizza and sprite for lunch.

8. If money were not a factor, where would you choose to spend the rest of your life?

If money were not a factor, I would spend the rest of my life traveling the world and seeing sights, especially beaches. I would love to travel to the Bahamas, Hawaii, Jamaica, Fance, Italy, Poland, and all 50 of the states.