Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care for Small Pets in Franklin, NC
Animal House Veterinary Clinic has served Franklin, NC since 2012 under the leadership of Dr. Ann Shower, a long-time Macon County resident. Our clinic specializes in treating cats and small dogs, offering comprehensive services including examinations, vaccinations, dental care, laboratory testing, radiology, and surgical procedures. Our team of experienced professionals prioritizes compassionate care while maintaining state-of-the-art medical technology.We emphasize preventive care and client education through resources like pet videos and articles. While we do not accept dogs over 45 pounds for surgical procedures, we provide wellness care for larger dogs. Our facility combines professional veterinary standards with a comfortable, home-like environment to reduce pet anxiety.
Services
Surgery
Internal Medicine
Dentistry
Radiology
Laboratory
Emergency Care
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We specialize in cats and small dogs with 12+ years of local veterinary experience
- Our clinic features digital radiology and dental imaging for precise diagnostics
- After-hours emergency referrals available through partnered regional hospitals
- Experienced team provides layman-friendly explanations of medical conditions
- Home-like environment reduces stress for pets during visits
What people say
Caring and professional
Informative without being cryptic
Reasonable fees
Calm environment
Devoted to patient care
Services
Surgery
Our surgical team performs procedures using advanced technology in a dedicated suite. We handle various operations while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. Pre-operative diagnostics ensure treatment appropriateness, and post-operative care includes pain management and recovery monitoring.
Dentistry
Digital dental radiology enables comprehensive oral health assessments. We treat periodontal disease, perform cleanings, and address tooth resorption or fractures. Preventive care includes home care guidance and professional scaling to maintain systemic health.
Radiology
Digital radiography provides immediate, high-resolution internal organ images. This non-invasive tool aids in diagnosing injuries, respiratory issues, and abdominal abnormalities while allowing secure image sharing with specialists when needed.
Internal Medicine
We diagnose and manage chronic conditions affecting organ systems. Non-invasive diagnostics like bloodwork and urinalysis guide treatment plans for endocrine disorders, kidney disease, and other internal health concerns in pets.
Laboratory
In-house lab capabilities deliver rapid results for bloodwork, urinalysis, and infectious disease screening. Immediate testing accelerates treatment decisions for critical cases while maintaining accuracy comparable to external reference labs.
People
Ann Shower
Veterinarian
Dr. Ann Shower owns and operates Animal House Veterinary Clinic. With extensive experience treating small animals, she focuses on compassionate care while maintaining high medical standards in Macon County.
Questions
What species do you treat?
We specialize in cats and small dogs under 45 pounds. While we provide wellness care for larger dogs, we cannot perform anesthetic procedures on pets over this weight limit.
Do you offer emergency services?
We refer after-hours emergencies to Regional Emergency Animal Care Hospital (West Asheville) at 828-665-4399 or Haywood Animal Emergency (Waynesville) at 828-452-1478.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, debit cards, Mastercard, Visa, and Care Credit. Established clients may pay by check, but first-time visits require cash or card payments.
Are surgical estimates available?
Yes, we provide written estimates for all surgical procedures upon request. Deposits are required for surgical and inpatient cases to ensure resource availability.
What diagnostic capabilities exist?
Our in-house laboratory processes bloodwork, urinalysis, and infectious disease tests. Digital radiology and dental imaging support comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for internal medicine cases.
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