February is Pet Dental Health Month: Why Protecting Your Dog or Cat from Periodontal Disease Matters
February is Pet Dental Health Month, a great reminder that oral health plays a major role in your pet’s overall well-being. Experts at the UGA Pet Health Center emphasize that prevention, early care, and regular evaluations can help pets live healthier, more comfortable lives. Early Signs of Dental Disease in […]
Dr. Songster, as she is known as to students and clients, grew up in a small town southwest of Buffalo in rural western New York State. She attended a small liberal arts teacher’s college in central NYS with the goal of becoming a physical education teacher but soon realized that […]
Thornton Joins UGA Pet Health Center
PHC new clinician brings passion for both patient care and teaching The University of Georgia Pet Health Center is excited to welcome Dr. Jude Thornton as a Clinical Assistant Professor. In his new role, Dr. Thornton will serve as a full-time clinician, providing primary care services to patients at the […]
Pet Travel Tips from our Pet Health Experts
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a cross-country road trip, bringing your pet along can make the journey more memorable. But before you hit the road, it’s important to ensure your furry companion stays safe and comfortable. Here are some travel and safety tips from our PHC team. Contributions […]
Key Seasonal Risks and How to Prevent Them Contributions from Dr. Sara E. Gonzalez, DVM, MS, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice) Summer is a time for fun and outdoor adventures with our pets, but it also brings several seasonal health hazards. Here are some summer-related risks to be aware of—and […]
Hurricane Relief Pet Care Drive
UGA CVM Hurricane Relief Pet Care Drive (Oct. 18th & 19th). For more information about donating, click here.
Pet Health Center reopens on Classic Campus
Mural by son of 1975 alumnus makes whimsical welcome to visitors Alumni leave their mark on the College of Veterinary Medicine in many ways, but Dr. Jerry Eskridge’s imprint on the renovated Pet Health Center on Classic Campus is a particularly colorful one. A flash flood in January forced the […]
Due to the recent decline in COVID cases in the Athens area, our hospital is able to reduce some of our social distancing restrictions. Starting March 14th, clients will now be able to enter the facility for face to face appointments and emergencies. Face coverings are still strongly encouraged to […]
Changes to Appointment Process
Please be aware that as of Monday, Jan. 10, our Veterinary Teaching Hospital and our Pet Health Center will be adjusting their appointment processes. Our small animal emergency service and the Pet Health Center will change to curbside service only (clients will not be allowed inside the facility). In addition, […]
The PHC will be closed, Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth and Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. If your animal experiences a medical emergency during these times, please contact the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital Emergency Services at 706.542.3221. ATTENTION: The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital plans to […]
