A lot of people have asked if their pets can contract or carry the virus that causes COVID-19. As far as we know, this is not a likely source of transmission and our pets are not at risk.
There have been cases identified in cats in New York whose owners had the disease, as well as in a dog in Georgia whose owners had the disease. These cases appear to be human-to-pet transmission. The dog did not have COVID symptoms but died of an unrelated disease. However, during the diagnostic process, a test for COVID was positive. The cats had mild respiratory symptoms that resolved quickly.
Meanwhile, we have also been asked questions about our hours and procedures. We are pleased to report that we are now scheduling Saturday visits for routine care by appointment. Generally we will be available on the first and third Saturday of the month from 9-2, but please call and make an appointment. We are not planning to accept walk-ins on those days and we are not leaving room for urgent care. For urgent weekend care please use Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs. We are open for full service from 8:30 to 5pm Monday to Friday. For boarding, we are able to schedule pick up from 4-5 PM on Saturday or Sunday, as well as whenever we are open normally.
Our groomer, Amanda, has been very busy! Please call early to schedule a grooming because her schedule fills up rapidly.
We will continue the curb-side service and keep our waiting room closed. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. One thing we have found is that a lot of our patients are much calmer without the extra hustle and bustle going on in the clinic, so that seems to be a positive result. If you are uncomfortable waiting in your car, we do have a bench by a shade tree, and we’re happy to let you drop your pet off for a half hour while you go for a walk or run an errand. Dr. Donelan likes to discuss matters over the phone, while I like to come to the car and talk. Please appreciate our technicians and assistants who are sometimes out in the hot sun working with you. Everyone is doing their part.
We hope to see you soon!