VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital

12/19/2025

Thank you to our incredible team at VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center!!

You may have seen Tuesday's SWAT standoff in the news and heard that one of our beloved San Diego Police Department police dogs was injured. That is true. Yet, our valiant K9 Bowie II survived the incident, has been cleared and released by our friends at VCA Animal Hospitals, and is expected to return to duty! His recovery is nothing short of a holiday "miracle."

What's more, K9 Bowie II played a significant part in causing the suspect to give up — and end the stand-off, bringing peace and safety back to our community.

For the past 22 years, every police service dog at the San Diego Police Department has been purchased with funds donated by the community through the Police Foundation. K9 Bowie II was proudly funded through our K9 Program.

Fun fact: his official start date was Christmas Day in 2023!

These specialized canines safeguard public events, find missing persons, locate evidence, de-escalate dangerous situations, prevent shootings, and preserve life.

Learn more about our K9 Program: https://sdpolicefoundation.org/initiatives/k9-program/

12/19/2025

🎁 Still need to get the last minute holiday presents for your pets?? 🎁 Our team at VCA Lake Jackson has pet gift ideas ready for you!

12/18/2025

’Tis the season for new guests, loud sounds, and doors opening a little too often. If your pet decides to make a surprise dash like Santa's reindeer, make sure their microchip is up to date and easy to scan at your local VCA. Make an appointment here: https://vcahospitals.com/book-an-appointment

12/17/2025

How many did you get right out of 8? VCA is ready for your pet emergency care this holiday season!

12/16/2025

Don't look at the first comment

12/15/2025

It's never just one item 😅

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12/12/2025

The holiday pet hazards tea is hot! Give extra love to your pets this season... and if your pet needs emergency care, we are here for you at VCA!

12/11/2025

POV us eating our veggies before all the holiday treats. 📸 VCA South Dade Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital

12/10/2025

It's the most wonderful time of year! Schedule your free first exam: https://vca.mobi/4aeMe7D

12/09/2025

On this International Day of Veterinary Medicine—and every day—we’re proud to care for your pets. Across VCA and throughout our Mars Veterinary Health family, we’re celebrating the incredible Associates around the world who make life better for pets every day.

12/04/2025

There's still time to book your end-of-year exam for your best friend at your local VCA! Find your hospital here: https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

12/03/2025

Zoom to the comments to share your cat zoomie stories!

07/03/2025

❤️🇺🇸💙 Holiday Hours Alert! ❤️🇺🇸💙
In observance of Independence Day, we’ll be closed on Friday, July 4th to celebrate with friends, family, and fireworks! ✨

We'll be back to our regular hours on Saturday, July 5th!

If your pet has an emergency during the holiday, please head over to VCA ARECA in Mesa, Arizona, and receive 50% off the emergency exam fee. 🐾

Wishing you and your pets a safe and happy 4th!
-VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital

06/25/2025

Fireworks are scary to pets! Did you know more pets go missing on the 4th of July than any other day of the year? Keep your furry family members safe and stress-free with these simple tips:
☎️ Talk to us! – If your pet gets anxious with loud noises, call us today to ask about calming medications or other options.
🏠 Keep pets indoors – Fireworks can be very frightening. Bring them inside before the festivities begin.
🆔 Check ID & microchips – Make sure your pet's microchip info is up-to-date and they’re wearing ID tags in case they get loose.
🎶 Create a calming space – Turn on the TV or radio to help mask fireworks and create a cozy, secure space inside.
🐕 Exercise early – Get in a long walk or extra playtime in the morning to help burn off energy and reduce stress later in the day.
Let’s help our pets feel safe and secure this holiday! ❤️🐶🐱

02/14/2025

Love is in the air... and so is fresh breath! 💕🐶 February is Pet Dental Health Awareness Month, so let’s make sure your furry friends are ready for those Valentine’s Day kisses! 😽 😘
Here are the best ways to help keep your pet’s oral health in purr-fect shape!

01/14/2025

Today is National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Share a photo of your pet dressed up in the comments below! 🐶 🐱 🐾

01/05/2025

National Bird Day is celebrated on January 5th each year to raise awareness about the challenges birds face and inspire people to take action to protect them. The Avian Welfare Coalition established National Bird Day in 2002. Share a picture of your bird below!

01/02/2025

Happy Mew Years Day! 🐱 🐾

01/01/2025

Wishing you a Happy New Year from your family at VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital! 🐱 🐶 🐾

12/01/2024

December is National Cat Lovers' month! Drop a picture of your cat below! 😺💕

11/28/2024

Out of the almost 200 AKC-recognized breeds competing for best in show, which breed do you hope will win? 🐶

11/28/2024

11/26/2024

The Coton de Tulear, also known as the ‘royal dog of Madagascar’, it is a long-established breed that takes its name from Tulear, a port town on the island’s southwest coast. It is said that in the 15th century several Bichon-type dogs from Tenerife survived a pirate shipwreck and swam to Tulear, where they interbred with local terriers, resulting in the Coton de Tulear. It became a very popular dog in the royal homes, so much so that a law was published that prohibited having this breed to anyone who did not belong to the nobility of Madagascar.

11/24/2024

The border collie originated in Britain around the English and Scottish border during the 1800s.
A defining event was the advent of the first competitive sheepdog trial in 1873, in which a dog named H**p made such a good showing that he became sought after for stud. H**p is considered to be the father of the border collie.
H**p and his progeny herded not by nipping and barking, as was commonplace, but by staring and stalking (known as "giving eye"). This intimidated the sheep into moving.
Learn more at https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/dog-breeds/border-collie