Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon

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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon

The most advanced emergency and specialized veterinary care to the Central Oregon community.
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11/07/2024

We’re thrilled to share a recent feature in Summit West Magazine, showcasing our hospital and Ponch’s Place through the talented lens of Ariel Dawn Photography!

Her stunning photos and thoughtful write-up capture the heart of what we do, celebrating the compassionate care and welcoming community we aim to foster every day.

Take a look at the full blog post to see the images and read more about our new facility here:
https://www.arieldawnphotography.com/blog-bend-oregon-photographer/capturing-the-heart-of-bend-bend-veterinary-referral-center

11/04/2024

"Move along, folks… nothing to see here except some aprons and… more aprons. Definitely not a dog avoiding his exam..." - Ranger

11/01/2024

Did you know our east side location has an attached food truck pavilion and beer garden? 🌮🍻

Welcome to Ponch’s Place—a cozy community space where friends gather for delicious food, drinks, and entertainment! With brand-new siding for the winter, ceiling heaters, and a gas fire pit, we’re all set to keep you comfortable no matter the season.

From family-friendly events like our Saturday Movie Screenings to live music with local artists, there’s always something fun happening. Grab a drink, pull up a seat, and make some memories with us!

Ponch’s Place is a space for our community to gather for food, drinks and entertainment. Amazing array of food trucks with craft beer on tap.

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! Don’t let the spooky fun turn into a scare for your pets! 👻 Keep these safety tips in mind during all the festivities tonight. 🎃

10/29/2024

If Walter’s size doesn’t make you stop in your tracks, his sweet personality will! 🥰

We offer the best emergency veterinary hospital and specialty care services in Bend and central Oregon. Our doctors are board-certified experts in veterinary surgery, advanced imaging, veterinary oncology, internal medicine, dermatology and emergency care.

10/24/2024

Halloween is almost here... Don’t let the spooky fun turn into a scare for your pets! 👻

Swipe for safety tips to keep your furry family members happy and healthy during all the festivities. 🎃

10/23/2024

📢 Calling all veterinary assistants and technicians! 📢

Join us for our Veterinary Radiation Safety Course on November 21st from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm! This comprehensive course is perfect for both beginners and experienced pros who want to deepen their knowledge and master their radiology safety.

Learn beyond the basics – it’s more than just wearing a lead apron. You'll gain in-depth skills to follow ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) and ensure radiation safety.

💵 Cost: $110.00
✅ Meets OAR 333 requirements

Ready to expand your expertise? Enroll now at:
https://vrcvet.com/event/enroll-now-veterinary-radiation-safety-course-for-assistants-and-technicians/

10/18/2024

As we wrap up Vet Tech Week, we want to share some words from our doctors and staff about what makes our incredible vet techs so special. From their skill and compassion to their dedication behind the scenes, they’re the backbone of everything we do. 💙

Drop a thank you in the comments to show your appreciation!

10/17/2024

Bailey knows the best medicine: a cozy nap in the arms of someone who cares 💙

10/15/2024

This week is Vet Tech Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating our amazing veterinary technicians! 🎉

Their hard work, compassion, and expertise are the heartbeat of our hospital. From assisting in surgeries to comforting anxious pets, they truly do it all.

Let’s show them some love in the comments and thank them for everything they do to care for our patients and support our team. 🙌🐾

10/10/2024

Keiko’s here to save the day! 🩸 As one of our superstar blood donors, she’s helping pets in need.

Want your pet to join the life-saving team? We're currently in need of negative donors. Call us at 541-209-6960 to schedule a screening or visit the link below for more info and to find out if your pet is qualified to donate.

https://vrcvet.com/donations/blood-donation/

Donors like Keiko get a free physical exam, a free blood screening with annual follow-up screenings, & free transfusions in the future should they ever need one. Plus, all donor families receive a gift card to a local business.

The most advanced emergency and specialized veterinary care to the Central Oregon community.

10/08/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been honored with the Central Oregon Association of REALTORS Building a Better Oregon (BBO) Award! 🏆

This award recognizes businesses that have positively impacted their community through exceptional new or renovated buildings. We’re proud to be recognized for our economic impact, neighborhood improvements, innovative design, and environmental efforts.

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10/07/2024

When you realize the car ride led to the vet hospital, not the park... Coyote’s face says it all! 😂

10/04/2024

📢 Attention Veterinarians! Join us for our 2024 Fall Family Vet CE Dinner on Thursday, November 14th at VRCCO East!

🍽 Enjoy a complimentary catered dinner and 2 hours of COVMA-approved lectures:

"How to Avoid a Hip Replacement" with Dr. Mauricio Dujowich, DVM, DACVS, CCRT
"Unmasking the Mimics: Differentiating Allergies from Other Canine and Feline Diseases" with Dr. Jennifer Bentley, DVM, DACVD

🗓 Space is limited, so RSVP by October 26th to secure your spot. Must be a certified veterinarian to attend.

RSVP HERE: https://vrcvet.com/event/fall-family-vet-ce-dinner-at-vrcco/

Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Buffalo and Dechra US

10/03/2024

What a night to remember! Huge thanks to everyone who helped us raise over $80,000 for our Care Fund at the Raise the Woof Gala! We couldn’t have done it without you. 🐾

10/03/2024

09/30/2024

Dexter says: ‘If I have to go to the vet, I’m going in style!’

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62889 NE Oxford Court
Bend, OR
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(541) 210-9200

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https://www.vrcvet.com/

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Tech Appreciation Week

As we wrap up Vet Tech Week, we want to share some words from our doctors and staff about what makes our incredible vet techs so special. From their skill and compassion to their dedication behind the scenes, they’re the backbone of everything we do. 💙 Drop a thank you in the comments to show your appreciation!

2024 Raise The Woof Gala

What a night to remember! Huge thanks to everyone who helped us raise over $80,000 for our Care Fund at the Raise the Woof Gala! We couldn’t have done it without you. 🐾 #RaiseTheWoofBend

🎬 Behind the scenes of our team helping brew the @cruxfermentationproject ¡Guau, guau! Mexican Lager.��Join us for Dogs and Lagers Fest on August 24th at Crux Fermentation Project from 11am – 6pm. Enjoy music, vendors, food, and beer. Visit our “Ask a Vet” booth and support the VRCCO Care Fund. 💙🍺�#DogsAndLagers #VRCCO #Vrcvet #veterinary #Crux #CruxBrewing #CruxFermentationProject #BendOregon #PetParents #Community #inbendoregon #bendoregonlife #bendoregonevents #bendoregondogs

Raise The Woof Gala

Save the date! Our second annual Raise the Woof Benefit Gala is happening on Saturday, September 21st from 5-9 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon. Enjoy dinner, drinks, entertainment, and a live auction—all while supporting our mission to help financially constrained animals and bring cutting-edge equipment to Bend. Get your tickets by August 31st and save $25! Visit https://www.vrcvet.com/raise-the-woof-2024 to purchase yours. Don’t miss out on this special evening. We hope to see you there!

Sancus finished our rehab program with flying colors, so we celebrated with his favorite toy—tennis balls! 🎾✨ Proud of you, buddy! #vrcco #veterinarymedicine #veterinary #veterinarycare #dogs #doglover #dogvideo #dogsofbend #bendoregon #happydog

Caring for your dog's vision is crucial! Look out for signs of eye discomfort, cloudiness, or excessive tearing. Regular check-ups and preventative measures can help ensure your pup's eyes stay healthy. Thanks to our local police dogs who visited us for the annual @acvoofficial National Service Dog eye exams!

We had an incredible time at our recent Family Fun Day, brought to you by Vet Cadets Childcare! 🎨✨ With face painting, crafts, and sidewalk chalk, it was a day filled with smiles and creativity. We were thrilled to see so many happy kiddos and grateful to all the local families who joined us. Thank you for making it a memorable event!

Did you know cheatgrass can harm your pets? 🌾 Learn to identify and prevent this dangerous weed from causing serious health issues. Stay informed and protect your furry friends! #cheatgrass #pettips #petcare #vrcco #veterinarymedicine #veterinary #veterinarycare #veterinaryclinic

#Cheatgrass can cause serious harm to dogs. Here's what you need to know. Follow us for more #preventative tips! #petcare #dogs #bendoregon

Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Week

Thank you to our Customer Service Representatives for all you do for the hospital and the pet parents, we couldn't do this without you! #beyourpetshero #bend #bendoregon #vetmed #vetlife

The amazing story of Jack Yee

Jack was diagnosed with cancer over two years ago, however, he hasn't let that slow him down. While battling the disease he has continued to work and has saved the life of his pet parent Collette. #beyourpetshero #bend #bendoregon #vetmed #vetlife

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WHO WE ARE

It started as a casual conversation that gradually took shape into a vision. We are thrilled to be bringing this vision to life for our patients, their owners, our staff, and our community. We are a group of individuals with a common goal of bringing the highest possible level of personalized care, service and compassion to specialty and emergency animal care.

WHY

Our goal is to provide a means for our clients to be their pet's hero. With over a decade of devotion to the veterinary field and a lifetime of being animal lovers, we realize how important it is to be able to be your pet's hero.