Anne Arundel Veterinary Hospital

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween!

10/28/2024

We love working with BARCS Animal Shelter

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, BARCS provides medical care to hundreds of animals each year through the Franky Fund. A key part of this effort is our partnerships with local veterinary hospitals and clinics.BARCS is so grateful for these partnerships, as they play a significant role in saving the lives of thousands of homeless shelter animals in need of emergency and specialized medical attention.

This week, our heartfelt thanks go out to the wonderful team at Anne Arundel Veterinary Hospital. The care provided by the AAVH team has touched the lives of countless BARCS animals, including California, who received urgent treatment, all made possible by the incredible generosity of our amazing Franky Fund partner.

Friendly California came to BARCS as a stray after a caretaker noticed her struggling with what appeared to be an injury. When our veterinary team examined her, they discovered that she was not only wounded but also severely matted, especially around her hips and legs, with a circular wound hidden beneath the dense fur. She was also underweight. Poor California’s left hind leg was lame and painful during the exam, so we quickly shaved her bum and cleaned her up, freeing her from that matted fur prison. We provided her with antibiotics and pain medication to keep her comfortable, and a feeding plan to help her gain weight safely. X-rays revealed not only the wound but also two fractures in her hind leg femur that required surgery. Despite her situation, this sweet girl remained friendly throughout the process. It was determined that she would need to be transferred to our Franky Fund partner for an amputation surgery, a crucial step in restoring her quality of life.

California was such a trooper with the AAVH team! They took excellent care of her during her complex amputation surgery, and thanks to their dedication, she came through with flying colors. Once she was ready, California returned to BARCS with a new lease on life and an e-collar (which she definitely wasn’t a fan of)!

Once back, California initially struggled with a lack of appetite. However, after two days, she began to improve and blossom. It didn’t take long for her to catch someone’s eye, and before we knew it, California was adopted! Yay, California! We wish you the best—you truly deserve the world!

Thank you to Anne Arundel Veterinary Hospital for your prompt aid of an animal in need and for all of the love and care you give to the BARCS animals who come through your doors! 💙🐾

We would not be able to do what we do without them—and without YOU, our Franky Fund donors. This program relies completely on private donations. Please help us always be ready to save animals like California by giving to our Franky Fund.

✨You can donate on this link: https://www.barcs.org/franky-fund

10/28/2024

It's Halloween week, and Gus wants to see your costumes!

08/26/2024

Bijoux, happy National Dog's Day!

08/26/2024

Let's see your dog pictures!

08/18/2024

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, BARCS has been able to provide medical care to hundreds of animals each year through the Franky Fund. A pivotal factor in achieving this has been our partnerships with local veterinary hospitals and clinics. BARCS is so grateful for these partnerships, as they play a significant role in saving the lives of thousands of homeless shelter animals in need of emergency and specialized medical attention.

This week, our heartfelt thanks go out to the wonderful team at Anne Arundel Veterinary Hospital. The care provided by the AAVH team has touched the lives of countless BARCS animals, including Toothless, who received urgent treatment, all made possible by the incredible generosity of our amazing Franky Fund partner.

When Toothless arrived at BARCS, through no fault of his own, he was initially described as a grumpy cat. However, during his veterinary evaluation, it became clear that his discomfort was due to a severe mouth infection caused by multirooted teeth, which left his gums swollen, painful, and bleeding. This pain also prevented him from grooming properly, leading to severe matting in his coat. He was immediately treated for his infection and discomfort, and his matted fur was shaved. Given the severity of his condition, Toothless was sent to our Franky Fund partner for further testing to prepare him for a much-needed dental procedure—one that would help him feel like his sweet self again and improve his quality of life.

Once under the care of the AAVH team, Toothless underwent X-rays that revealed the extent of his dental decay. He then had a dental extraction, which required sutures to treat the deep, rotted tooth cavities. After the procedure, Toothless was reported to be much sweeter and clearly feeling better!

Since then, Toothless has been thriving in a loving foster home, where he’s become known as a sweet, enchanting, calm, and mysterious cuddlebug.Check out his profile on our website—he might just be the perfect kitty for you!

Thank you to Anne Arundel Veterinary Hospital for your prompt aid of an animal in need and for all of the love and care you give to the BARCS animals who come through your doors!💙🐾

We would not be able to do what we do without them—and without YOU, our Franky Fund donors. This program relies completely on private donations. Please help us always be ready to save animals like Toothless by giving to our Franky Fund.

You can donate on this link: https://www.barcs.org/franky-fund

08/08/2024

We will have a few short days next week.
We apologize for any inconvenience.

07/11/2024

Be cautious when spending time on the rivers with your dogs

06/11/2024

It's fireworks and thunderstorm season!
Please call today to fill your dog's anxiety meds- please don't wait until July 3!

05/03/2024

03/26/2024

We will have abbreviated office hours today and tomorrow. And again next week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please call before driving over if you're coming to pickup medications or food. Thank you for understanding.

03/12/2024

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03/05/2024

The "No" column has us laughing!