Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital

10/28/2024

Halloween is just around the corner! While it's a fun time for humans, it can sometimes be too spooky for our pets. Check out our tips on keeping your pets safe and happy this Halloween. 🎃👻

As Halloween approaches and you start decorating your home with jack-o'-lanterns and spooky decorations, it's important to consider how this festive season might affect our furry friends.

10/24/2024

Shoutout to our whole pharmacy team! Did you know they fill over 500 prescriptions per week? 🫨

A dedicated team works tirelessly to customize medications for every creature that comes through the doors of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

10/22/2024

Veterinary Hospitals Have Social Workers?

Yep! They help pet owners cope with tough situations like pet loss, difficult treatment decisions, and caregiver burnout. Learn how our veterinary social worker, Augusta, supports both people AND their pets.

Pet owners and veterinary professionals make difficult decisions and struggle with grief and fatigue. That's where a veterinary social worker can help.

09/24/2024

Harper the miniature donkey learned the hard way that towels don't fit through donkey bowels! Thankfully, our team at the Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital was able to help.

09/12/2024

Miryam faced a rare spinal condition, but with the help of Dr. Shinn and our Neurology team, she's back to running and playing like the wind in the woods. 🌲💨🍃🐕

Sharon Harrell noticed something off about her puppy's gait, but after Veterinary Teaching Hospital care, Miryam is now participating in dog sports.

09/10/2024

Puddle jumping? Make sure your pup is protected against leptospirosis! Here are some things to know from our Community Practice. 🐕

Leptospirosis, known colloquially as "lepto," lives in wet environments and can be spread through the urine of infected animals.

07/25/2024

07/02/2024

Fireworks, travel, and disrupted routines – summer can be stressful for our pets. 🎆🐶🐱 Help them stay calm and comfortable during this busy season with these tips from our faculty.

Stress can cause unwanted behaviors and can lead to injury, illness, and aggression in cats and dogs. As a pet owner, it’s important to be aware of and address your pet’s stress so your pet can be happy and healthy.

06/26/2024

Congratulations, Dr. LeRoith! 👏 We can't wait for you to expand your leadership and our hospital!

LeRoith replaces retiring director Terry Swecker, once her faculty advisor when she was a student at the veterinary college.

06/21/2024

If you're planning a trip with your pet, you're probably wondering what you need to do to make sure they have a safe and comfortable flight.

Our very own Clinical Associate Professor Dr. Mark Freeman has lent his expertise to an insightful article all about pet air travel!

Read our comprehensive guide about how to comfortably fly with your pet.

06/13/2024

Pets age much faster than humans. 🐱🐶 That means a lot can change in a short time! Keep your furry friend healthy and happy with regular wellness exams, vaccinations, and dental care. Catching health problems early is key to a long, happy life together.

Regular wellness visits, vaccinations, dental care, and other routine appointments can catch health issues earlier and make them less expensive to treat.

05/23/2024

🐶 Is your pet scratching more than usual? 🤔 It might be more than just dry skin. Spring allergies can affect our furry companions too!

Spring is in full swing, which means pollen and other allergens are wreaking havoc on the 50 million Americans who experience seasonal allergies. But humans aren’t the only species that suffer due to allergens — other animals, including our pets, can have allergies, too.

04/15/2024

Dog owners, did you know disease isn't just a human problem? Get the essential info on Lyme disease in dogs – symptoms, transmission, treatment, and prevention. 👇

As Lyme disease cases rise in the United States, not only humans are at risk; dogs are increasingly vulnerable to this tick-borne illness. The disease's spread is facilitated by ticks, which thrive in tall grasses and wooded areas and symptoms in dogs can range from fever and joint pain to more seri...

03/25/2024

Caring for aging pets can be as stressful as caring for aging parents. That's why our Virtual Pet Caregiver Support Group is here to help!

Join us to navigate caregiver burnout, share ideas, and connect with others facing similar challenges. 🐾

📅 Next Meeting: March 27, 6:30-7:30 PM
🔗 Register: https://loom.ly/XP6-Urs
📞 Questions? Contact Augusta O'Reilly at [email protected] or 540-231-5977.
⛰️ Open to all clients of the Teaching Hospital and the New River Valley.

03/25/2024

National Puppy Day was last weekend, but we believe that every day is a great day to celebrate puppies! If you're planning to bring a puppy into your life, our Theriogenology team has some tips to ensure that your furry friend is set up for success.

National Puppy Day is March 23, but we like to celebrate all year long. If you’ve decided to add a puppy to your life, here are some things you need to keep in mind to make sure your puppy is set up for success.

03/19/2024

It's Pet Poison Prevention Week, and we've got you covered with essential tips to protect your pets.

Poisoning is a leading cause of injury and death in companion animals in the USA. It's essential to stay informed about the most common causes of poisoning and to take steps to prevent it. By being vigilant and taking steps to protect your pet from toxic substances, you can help keep them safe and h...