It’s National Indoor Plant Week! 🌿 Make sure to avoid houseplants that are poisonous for pets, like philodendrons.
Philodendron: Easy to plant, easy to grow and easy to eaten by a curious pet! One bite of this houseplant can cause burns to the mouth, drooling or vomiting. Watch out for snake plants and pothos for similar reasons! 🐍🌱
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
Today is Kendra's birthday! Kendra has been with the Cypress Creek team for over 20 years. She enjoys building long lasting relationships with our clients and is one of the first smiling faces you see at the front desk. In her spare time, Kendra enjoys going to the beach, reading, listening to reggae music, and spending time with her children.
Happy Birthday, Kendra! We hope you have an amazing day today! 🎉
It’s National Indoor Plant Week! 🌿 Make sure to avoid houseplants that are poisonous for pets, like lilies.
While lilies are beautiful, they pose certain risks for your cat! If the toxic petals or pollen are eaten by your pet, it can cause kidney failure or be fatal. 🌺🚫🐱
If your pet has ingested a toxic plant, call your veterinarian or Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away.
Looking for pet-safe plants? Visit the ASPCA’s guide: bit.ly/32iHASu #vcapets
It’s National Indoor Plant Week! 🌿 Make sure to avoid houseplants that are poisonous for pets, like sago palms.
Sago palms: beautiful, but deadly! Because they contain the toxin cycasin, this can lead to liver failure if eaten. So to be extra safe, it might be a good idea to leave this plant out of your decoration scheme. 🛑🐱🐶
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
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Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
Did you know that we offer boarding here! Make sure your pet is in the best hands when you travel. We have dedicated kennel assistants on our team that dedicate their entire shift to your fur babies, and experienced veterinary staff is on call every evening and weekend. Call us for more info!
Danielle graduated from Hillsborough County Community College in 2018 and obtained her veterinary technician certification the same year. Danielle is a Fear Free Certified Professional, and especially enjoys working with senior pets. In her spare time, Danielle likes to go fishing, watch Netflix, and spend time with her friends and family. Danielle shares her life with her Hound mix, Tucker, who also enjoys spending time on the boat with the family.
Alex joined our technician team in 2018. She enjoys emergency medicine and critical care cases as well as educating clients on animal behavior. After graduating from Elmira College in New York with a Bachelors of Biology in 2012, she moved to Florida. She is currently finishing her Associates degree in Veterinary Technology while enjoying days at the dog beach with her two Doberman Pinschers, Archer and Kylo. She also shares her home with an adorable cat named Waffles!
Veterinary technicians are critical to the day-to-day function of veterinary practices, and play vital roles in preserving animal health and welfare. National Veterinary Technician Week provides an opportunity to recognize veterinary technicians’ contributions. Follow along this week to meet our technician team!
We got to meet Champ last week! We're all ears for this cutie!
Sprite here! Last week, I had my annual dental health assessment and cleaning. Check out my before and after pictures- like most cats, I don't like having my teeth looked at. But thankfully the team was able to sneak a peek and they sure were surprised at just how much tartar I was hiding! I'm feeling much better now!
We will be closed today from 12:30-2pm for our monthly team meeting. If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please call VEG-Tampa at 813-265-4043. As always, thank you for your understanding!
We know you’re so excited to go on some autumn nature walks with your dog, but for this #FallSafetyTip, make sure you watch out for snakes, some of which can be venomous! They’re preparing for hibernation and may be a little crankier if disturbed by a curious pet! 🐍
When walking or hiking, if something happens to your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. #VCApets
Katie grew up in Virginia where her family encouraged her love for nature and animals. She attended Virginia Commonwealth University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2010. Shortly after graduation, Katie moved to Florida to begin a career in zoo animal care and training. After several years in the zoological field, Katie decided to pursue a different focus in animal care and graduated from Hillsborough Community College with her Veterinary Technology degree in 2016. Katie spent 2017 working in emergency veterinary medicine, exotic animal care, and wildlife veterinary medicine before she joined the Cypress Creek Animal Hospital team in July 2018. Outside of work, enjoys spoiling her dog Phillip, two cats, Tran and Honeybell, and her tortoise, Baba Yaga.
Today is Global Cat Day, a special occasion devoted to unowned, free-roaming “community” cats. These cats often get a bad rap but it’s important to understand that these cats aren’t so different from our beloved pets. As a matter of fact, many are living on the streets as a result of being abandoned by their families.
We've included some tips to help manage and care for the community cats in your neighborhood.
Helping these cats starts by being a responsible guardian! Spay/neuter your own cat and keep them indoors.
* In just seven years, a single pair of cats and their offspring could produce a staggering total of 420,000 kittens! #VCApets
Alexa joined our technician team in early 2020. She is currently enrolled at the University of South Florida, pursing her bachelor degree before applying to vet school. In her spare time, Alexa enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She shares her home with her English Pointer mix, Rayna.
Learn about some of the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 pet diabetes.
#PetDiabetesMonth
We will be closed Thursday, November 26th to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families. We will resume normal business hours Friday, November 27th. In the event of a medical emergency, please call Veterinary Emergency Group- Tampa Bay at 813-265-4043.
PAWS and give thanks. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at VCA Cypress Creek Animal Hospital.
With Thanksgiving around the corner, remember to resist the urge to share table scraps no matter how cute your pet is.
Concerned about pet obesity? Learn about prevention with VCA. #PetDiabetesMonth
Good morning, Cypress Creek family! We wanted to let everyone know that we are having new computer software installed today, and our growing pains will likely last all week. When calling or if you’re here in the office, please be patient as we navigate these changes as a team. As always, thank you for your patience and understanding!
Did you know that adopting a senior pet comes with a whole range of perks?
For one, they don’t need to be housetrained! Have you adopted a senior pet?
Let us know how they enriched your life in the comments below 🐶🐱
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Creating an oral care routine for your pet benefits their overall health, not just their teeth! Brushing, dental treats and chews, therapeutic diets, oral rinses and more are all ways to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. #vcapets
Do you ever find yourself wondering what to do with your pets expired or unused medications? Check out the link below!
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The best way to dispose of it is through a drug take back program
Open the app. Confirm your details. Tap submit. Make your pet’s appointment check-in fast and easy with the myVCA app. Download it today. myvca.app
Cancer in pets is often treatable. If your pet has a bump or lump that’s pea-sized or larger, is painful or seems to be changing in shape or size in any way, it’s time to get serious about having it checked out. Early detection and treatment are key for the best outcome. Talk to your veterinarian if you have any concerns. #vcapets
Pets need dental care, too!
