All Creatures Veterinary Services

06/19/2026

Yesterday was Veterinary Appreciation Day, and we’d be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to recognize Dr. Rice.

In just two hours of appointments, Dr. Rice cared for enough patients to fill her arms with charts. Each board represents a pet, an owner, a question answered, a treatment plan, or a problem solved.

Thank you, Dr. Rice, for the care, dedication, and long hours you invest in our community’s animals every day. ❤️🐾

06/19/2026

Rabies is one of the deadliest diseases we see in veterinary medicine, and it’s also one of the most preventable.

Think you know the answer? Drop your guess in the comments before you scroll. 👇

You might be surprised to know that confirmed cases of rabies do occasionally occur in northeast Georgia. It is most common in wild animals including bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes, but any stray or unvaccinated pet is susceptible. Because of the seriousness of the disease, owned cats and dogs are required by law to be vaccinated.

Rabies CAN infect any mammal although small rodents and rabbits are rarely affected. Keeping your pet's rabies vaccine current is highly effective at protecting them. And once symptoms appear, the disease is almost always fatal.

Whether your pet spends most of their time indoors or outdoors, staying up to date on rabies vaccination is one of the simplest ways to protect them and your family.

From wellness visits to vaccine appointments, ACVS is proud to care for pets, horses, and livestock across Elbert County and Northeast Georgia. Call 706-283-2761 to schedule an appointment.

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

One flea bite. That is all it takes to trigger itching, discomfort, and other problems in a dog with flea allergies. Managing fleas and other parasites is key to keeping your dog itch-free and comfortable. If your dog is itching, schedule a visit with us today.

06/17/2026

Announcement: ACVS will close at 4:00 PM on Friday, June 19. We apologize for any inconvenience. Normal business hours will resume on Monday.

06/16/2026

Have you seen posts about New World Screwworm? It's not actually worm but rather fly larvae that causes serious health issues. Currently, several locations in Mexico are reporting cases in livestock and dogs.

It has NOT been detected in Georgia.

However, in light of recent cases in other parts of the US, we are being vigilant in checking all wounds. The Georgia Department of Agriculture is encouraging livestock and pet owners to be familiar with the signs and report suspected cases promptly.

Watch for:
• Draining or enlarging wounds
• Maggots or egg masses in wounds
• Signs of discomfort
• Lesions in body openings (nose, ears, genitalia, umbilical area)

If you notice a wound that is worsening, contains maggots, or is not healing normally, contact Dr. Rice and staff at 706-283-2761.

Suspected NWS cases should also be reported to the Georgia Department of Agriculture Animal Health Division at 404-656-3667.

06/11/2026

Some of the most important work in veterinary medicine happens behind the scenes.

While you're in the exam room meeting with the doctor, team members like Christine are helping make sure no detail gets missed. Christine has spent more than 25 years in veterinary medicine and brings an incredible amount of experience, compassion, and problem solving to our patients every day. We're lucky to have her on our team.

Leave Christine some love in the comments. ❤️

06/11/2026

Did you know that dogs with allergies are more likely to develop otitis externa, an inflammation of the outer ear that can be very painful? If your dog is scratching their ears or exhibits head shaking, call us today to bring your dog comfort and relief.

06/10/2026

💚 Join us this Saturday at Paws for a Purpose 💚

We're honored to be part of this special event supporting LeeAnn Hover Fordham and her family as our community comes together for an evening of hope, support, and connection.

The ACVS team will be there from 5 PM to 9 PM with everyone from our clinic ready to help your pets stay healthy while supporting a great cause.

We'll be offering:
🩺 Exams
💉 Vaccinations
❤️ Heartworm testing
🐾 One month of FREE flea & tick prevention with an exam and rabies vaccine
🪱 One month of FREE heartworm prevention with a heartworm test
💅 Nail trims
🦮 Collars and leashes while supplies last

Enjoy the Sunset Glow Walk, live music, food trucks, local vendors, rescues, and community resources while showing support for a local family who needs their community behind them.

Wear green, bring a lawn chair, and stop by and see us. We look forward to spending the evening with you and your pets. 💚

📍 Bobby Brown Park
🕔 5 PM - 9 PM
🐾 While supplies last

From wellness visits and parasite prevention to surgery, farm calls, and urgent care, ACVS is proud to care for animals and the people who love them throughout our community.