We’re committed to protecting the health and safety of our clients and staff throughout COVID-19 — while ensuring all pets get the care they need.
And we’ve introduced new admittance and check-out procedures to limit direct human contact. Learn more: bit.ly/vcacares20 #vcacares
Join us in wishing our medical director, Dr. Freedman a very happy birthday today! Thank you for all you do for us and our pets, we hope your day is as wonderful as you are!
It’s National Indoor Plant Week! 🌿 Make sure to avoid houseplants that are poisonous for pets, like aloe.
Aloe, although having great medicinal benefits for humans, can be harmful for pets! If eaten, your pet can experience vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. 🌿 ❌
Looking for pet-safe plants? Visit the ASPCA’s guide: bit.ly/32iHASu. If your pet has ingested a toxic plant, call your veterinarian or Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away. #vcapets
According to a recent Mars study, over 40% of cats and dogs worldwide are obese, but few receive care – because their owners don’t believe they’re overweight.
Meet Tiger, who sought comfort in overeating after losing her longtime owner. As her appetite consumed her, she lost interest in everything else. Learn how her new owner, and the caring team at VCA Metro Cat Hospital, helped Tiger overcome her weight gain to live well again. #vcavoice
STORY http://bit.ly/vcatiger
We're so grateful for our national network of animal shelter partners. Together, we are building a better world for pets!
For two years, we've proudly partnered with Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides pet adoption in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland. Homeward Trails finds homes for dogs and cats rescued from under-resourced shelters or whose owners can no longer care for them. Since 2001, they have saved more than 30,000 lives.
For years, Homeward Trails has been rescuing cats and dogs from Puerto Rico, where overpopulation is a huge issue. They are provided foster and adoptive homes, medical treatment, and behavior training.
Homeward Trails also takes in hundreds of special needs animals as well - those with treatable injuries and illnesses that most often are left behind in shelters. The Homeward team takes them in, gets them the best medical care around, and gives them a chance at the life they deserve! #vcacares
Mocha and Lamby came in for their first ever vet visits today! They were both so well behaved and snuggly! ❤🐾
We want to recognize our awesome team of Veterinary Assistants during Vet Tech Week too! Ashley, Abby, Emily, and Autumn work hard every day to be sure your pets receive the best care possible, and all the snuggles too! We appreciate each and every one of you and all that you do for our pets and clients!
In honor of Veterinary Technicians Week, we would like to take a moment to spotlight our LVT's, Aimee, Morgan, and Staesha! The work of a licensed technician requires patience, dedication, and knowledge, and these ladies have it all! Thank you for all you do for our pets and clients!
This week, we want to celebrate our hardworking veterinary technicians that do everything they can to keep your pets happy and healthy 💕. After all, it’s Veterinary Technician Week! Tell us about a VCA technician that went above and beyond for you! #VCApets
The #Halloween #PhotoBooth has been a hit this week, check out all these cuties! #VCApets
All it takes is a bite from 1 infected mosquito for a dog to get heartworm disease—prevention is the best form of protection. Visit bit.ly/2UD2AzF today for heartworm protection options for your dog.
Decorating for Halloween and celebrating from home? Keep them out of reach from curious paws. Candy, chocolate and gourds can be harmful to your pet. #VCApets
It’s almost #Halloween, so this #FallSafetyTip is all about pumpkins 🎃! Although plain, baked pumpkin can have nutritional benefits for your dog, the stem, skin, pulp and raw seeds are all dangerous for them to eat. When in doubt, stick to dog food or contact your veterinarian. #VCApets
A few more of our Halloween Photo Booth pups! 😍🎃🐾
It’s Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!
Considering adoption? Consider the “less adoptable” dogs, like Ocean. Ocean nearly lost her hind legs due to violence and abuse in Kuwait. Now, she’s found a new home thanks to VCA shelter partner Homeward Trails.
Hear her story: http://bit.ly/vcaocean #vcacares
Let us see those treat catching skills!!!🐶🐾
Now that November’s coming to an end, the holiday season seems closer than ever! So, are you and your pets ready?
Comment below how you feel 😺😿#vcapets
We’re dressing up in our warmest sweaters these days! How about your pets? We’d love to see your best knitting creations! #vcapets
Mindfulness practices can help us feel more grounded, calm and present. Here are some tips and tricks for the holiday season. #vcapets
Todays Tip: Share gratitude. One of the greatest gifts you can offer someone is a sincere thank you.
Happy Thanksgiving! We want to know what you’re most thankful for about your pet! 😘🐶🐱#vcapets
Our office will be closed today, and we will reopen with normal hours tomorrow.
Although your holiday season may be a bit different this year, decorating your house for Thanksgiving is always a fun tradition! But remember that certain decorative plants, like amaryllis or Baby’s Breath, can be toxic for pets, so keep them out of reach! 🦃💐#vcapets
Rowdy says: "You can be my Camel, and I'll love you, and I'll hug you every day!"
#VCApets #snuggles
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A fast and more secure way to pay your bill is now available! Pay for your next visit by text and get instant access to your invoice with the myVCA app.
Don’t have the app? Install it today to access your invoices: myvca.app
Our favorite pet activity? Snuggles, of course! Who’s with us? #vcapets
VCA recognizes World Cancer Day by raising pet cancer awareness! Did you know all our hospitals have access to the VCA Pet CancerCare Alliance for consultation and referral of patients, including to one of our VCA Pet CancerCare Centers?
Thinking about the disease may be uncomfortable, but learning about treatment and its outcomes can help unleash your concerns. #vcapets
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