What is a SNAP® test?

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Our pets talk to us in their own ways, but unfortunately, we cannot rely on them to explain if they feel unwell. Veterinary personnel use multiple diagnostic methods to get the important health information a pet cannot say in words. What is a SNAP test? Rapid screenings like SNAP tests can be done in the […]

Free Veterinary Clinic for Lummi Nation – Spring 2026

Animal Emergency Care held our first free veterinary wellness clinic of the year on May 20 and June 17, 2026. We are grateful to have been invited to return for our 4th consecutive year as guests of the Lhaq’temish, also known as the Lummi Nation. Each veterinary wellness clinic events that our hospital organizes is staffed […]

From Lost to Found: Importance of Microchipping Your Pet

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A beloved cat or dog going missing is one of a pet owner’s greatest fears. Our pets are family, and it can be devastating if we don’t know where they are. ack of identification is the main reason most wayward pets don’t make it home. The Animal Emergency Care team wants to ensure that your pets do not become a statistic. Let’s talk about microchipping and how it can protect your pet if they ever become lost.