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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.

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.

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.

Happy New Year! What are your pet's resolutions for 2024? Let us know in the comments below!

We woof you a Merry Christmas from all of us!

Pets are a wonderful and joyful addition to any family, but they also require a lot of work and commitment!

Here are some things to consider before adopting a new pet this holiday season.

You asked and we answered! Here are a couple of answers to your questions on the Canine Respiratory Illness.

Please contact your local VCA if you have more questions.

As you prepare for tomorrow’s festivities, Thanksgiving Eve is an excellent time to consider your pet’s health and safety this holiday season. The food we eat can cause issues ranging from mild stomach upset to severe health outcomes and possibly death in cats, dogs, and other pets.

Follow these tips to help keep your holiday as stress-free as possible.

A respiratory illness is affecting canines in some areas across the United States. Diagnostic testing has not yet confirmed the cause, but we are taking precautions to keep your dog safe.

Please see below for a few advisories we recommend to help reduce the risks of canine respiratory exposure and sickness.

A respiratory illness is affecting canines in some areas across the United States. Diagnostic testing has not yet confirmed the cause, but we are taking precautions to keep your dog safe.

Swipe to see a few advisories we recommend to help reduce the risks of canine respiratory exposure and sickness.

Today is World Diabetes Day, and with November being National Pet Diabetes Month, we’ve been sharing information about this lifelong condition.

In addition to regular wellness exams with your veterinarian, you can reduce the risk of your pet developing diabetes or severe disease with diet and exercise.

Talk to your VCA veterinarian about diabetes prevention recommendations.

November is National Pet Diabetes Month, raising awareness about the lifelong condition that can affect cats and dogs.

If your pet is diagnosed with diabetes, talk to your VCA veterinarian about treatment options so they can live fulfilling lives.