VCA Alderwood Companion Animal Hospital

Vaccines and Immunization are important and necessary to help prevent hospitalization and stress to your pet. Make sure to speak with your veterinarian on which vaccines are right for your pet's age and lifestyle.

Happy ! 🎉😺 To celebrate, we're spotlighting some of our Associates' adorable furry friends!

Can you guess that pet? 🐾 Answer in the comments 👇!

Hint: They make a clownish and fun-loving companion.

Comment below and let us know if you guessed correctly!

With heat waves sweeping across the country, blue-green algae is appearing in new areas and posing an increased risk to pets.

Found in lakes, ponds or any source of standing water, it’s extremely toxic and consuming it can be fatal. The best way to prevent accidental poisoning is to keep a close eye on pets when they’re around water.

If you think your pet has been exposed, take them to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital and contact the ASPCA Poison Control at 888-426-4435.

PET TRAVEL IMPORTANT UPDATE

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It has been recommended by the CDC to begin the rabies certification process 60 days before you have planned travel out of the United States to allow sufficient time to prepare for travel. Please make sure you start early enough.

You will need to visit http://cdc.gov/dogtravel for your pets, travel requirements.

Give us a call at 425-775-7655 and we will do our best to offer you guidance on this new requirement.

Bringing a Dog into the U.S. CDC issues regulations to control the entry of dogs into the United States from other countries. The

Tornadoes form during intense thunderstorms and can reach wind speeds of 200+ mph. Although tornadoes can occur anywhere, they are prevalent in the Southeast and Midwest. Stay informed by downloading the FEMA app and signing up for weather reports and evacuation notices.

Keep a list handy of pet-friendly shelters and contact information for your local animal control office and ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) in case of evacuation.

Hurricane season is here and keeping pets safe is our top priority. Help prepare your pets for when disaster strikes with these Hurricane Safety tips.

Get your FREE Hurricane Preparedness Playbook Now: https://vca.mobi/HurricanePreparednessPlaybook

Have a happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 Wishing you and your pets a safe holiday weekend!

Tips for a safe Independence Day: https://vca.mobi/FourthofJulySafety

Heatstroke is no joke, and now that the summer heat is here, you can bet that our pets are feeling the heat in a big way!

Check it Out Now: https://vca.mobi/UrgentCareHeatstroke

We love all pets no matter what they look like, but Wild Thang is making our heart sing! 💙

Meet Wild Thang, crowned the World’s Ugliest Dog after 5 tries Wild Thang, an 8-year-old Pekingese, and his owner Ann Lewis stop by TODAY to celebrate his newly crowned title of World’s Ugliest Dog after competing in the contest five times. NBC’s Gadi Schwartz, who was a judge in the competition, shares highlights for TODAY.

🎂What pet matches your birth month?🎂

Let us know if we got it right in the comments 👇!

Happy Father's Day to all fathers out there. You've helped us learn that anything is 😸💙

Tomorrow is and the demand for pet blood donations has increased significantly.

A single blood donation can potentially save the lives of up to three other pets.

Swipe to see how you can help.

We will be attending Everett Pride on Saturday June 15th from 11am to 6pm as a proud sponsor. Come join us to say hi to some of your favorite animal lovers and pick up a goodie bag for your furry companion.

Heatwaves are affecting not only us but our pets as well. We've prepared a few tips to help your pet beat the heat and stay safe on even the hottest of days.

Paws for safety from Trupanion ❄

Due to the freezing temperatures, VCA Alderwood Companion Animal Hospital will close early today 01/12/2024. We will close at 6pm today and re-open tomorrow 01/13/2024 for regular business hours from 8am - 7pm.

Celebrate our Veterinary Technicians and our Veterinary Assistants during National Veterinary Technician Week, by joining us for a coffee bar on Monday October 16th and Friday October 20th from 8am - 10am. No appointment necessary. Come on in for some coffee and say hi to our associates.

Summer is HERE!!! Here are a few tips to keep your pets safe in the summer sun and heat.

We can protect our pets from the heat and sun by using a pet friendly sunscreen and we can reduce exposure by walking them early in the morning or late in the evening. Always offer shade and water when outdoors with your pet during the hot summer season. Never leave your pet in the car as temperatures can go up rapidly even during mild weather. Avoid hot surfaces for your pet to walk on. Offer water fun with a sprinkler or a kiddie pool to splash in. If you take your pet to the beach it is a good idea to keep them on leash as accidents can happen with other pets, ingestion of too much salt water or heavy tides.

Have fun and stay safe out there.

We will be open on Monday, July 3rd from 8am-7pm. We will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th in observance of the holiday. We will re-open for business on Wednesday, July 5th at 8am. Have a safe and happy holiday.

Many dogs suffer from crippling fear and anxiety from loud noises. If your dog is one of them, VCA has some tips to help desensitize them and make this time of year more enjoyable for everyone.
Learn more here: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/treating-fear-of-storms-and-fireworks-in-dogs

We will be closed for a team meeting today, Friday, February 10th from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. If you have an emergency with your pet, please reach out to Veterinary Special Center at 425-697-6106.

Have a January fur baby? Let's see them and we'll celebrate! ❤🥳