Thrive Pet Healthcare - Buford

02/13/2025

“We had the BEST surprise! Bridgette, the resilient Bernedoodle who captured our hearts earlier this year, stopped by Thrive Pet Healthcare Hoffman Estates for a special holiday visit! 🥰 Seeing her happy, healthy, and thriving with her family was truly the ultimate gift.
Bridgette’s journey from critical condition to conquering life is nothing short of incredible. Back in February, she amazed us all with her strength, receiving eight blood transfusions and enduring emergency surgery to remove damaged intestines. Our team rallied to provide the round-the-clock care she needed, but her recovery wouldn’t have been possible without her devoted mom, Emily. ❤️
Fast forward to today, and Bridgette is living her best life—tail wags, snuggles, and all! This sweet girl’s visit was a heartwarming reminder of why we do what we do. 🌟
💌 Thank you, Emily, for letting us share in Bridgette’s journey and for trusting us during such a critical time. 🐶✨”
— A touching reunion story from Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Hoffman Estates

02/13/2025

Is your pet due for dental cleaning?

Prior to a dental cleaning, doctors use blood and urine testing and a full physical exam to understand the whole picture of our pet's overall health.
This ensures they are healthy and safe during the procedure. This blood test will also help your veterinarian track changes in your pet's health as they age and even catch early warning signs of disease long before you can see symptoms!

02/12/2025

02/11/2025

What’s happening in this photo? Wrong answers only.

📷 : Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in MD

02/10/2025

Just like humans-
dental care is a key piece of overall health. An annual cleaning can remove buildup to help prevent dental disease and allow us to detect oral cancers early, so you and your pet live a longer, happier life together.

🦷Call us to book today!

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before dental cleanings. Offer valid from 2/10/25 to 4/10/25. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions, except Thrive Plus membership discounts. Thrive Plus members receive their membership discount of 10% off dental cleanings before the $100 discount is applied. Offer valid for dental cleanings only and at select locations; excludes exams, extractions, radiographs, and oral surgeries. Subject to availability.

02/07/2025

The team at Best Friends Animal Hospital and Pet Hotel welcoming two very teeny new patients to their very first visit! 😻

02/04/2025

Clean teeth lead to more for your pet than just a beautiful smile! 🪥

Did you know that routine pet dental care can help prevent serious health issues with your pet's heart, liver, and kidneys? Now through April 10, save $100 off your pet’s next dental cleaning at your local Thrive Pet Healthcare partner hospital.

Mention code at checkout: 25DENTAL100

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before dental cleanings. Offer valid from 2/10/25 to 4/10/25. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions, except Thrive Plus membership discounts. Thrive Plus members receive their membership discount of 10% off dental cleanings before the $100 discount is applied. Offer valid for dental cleanings only and at select locations; excludes exams, extractions, radiographs, and oral surgeries. Subject to availability.

01/31/2025

🥁 Drum roll please: The winner is . . .

💙 🎉 kobe_the_beef_boy 🎉 💚

Kobe’s adoption story and pictures touched our hearts and earned him and his owner a much deserved vacation! 🏖️ While Kobe won the big prize, we wanted to share some of the incredible entries with you.

Help celebrate Kobe, his owner, and all the wonderful pets who participated.

01/30/2025

Exciting news from our MA region! 🎉 Our tech and doctor teams have achieved a significant milestone - the majority are now ALS/BLS certified. 🏥 👩‍⚕️ 👨‍💻 Huge kudos to our dedicated teams for balancing training alongside their daily responsibilities, ensuring preparedness for any emergency. 🌟


📷 : Robyn Townsend, MA Regional Technician Operations Coach

01/29/2025

Over the holiday season, the teams at our Thrive Pet Healthcare partner hospitals worked with their communities to gather donations for local animal shelters. 🐶 🎁

A huge thanks to all who generously donated and to the team members who helped make the holidays brighter for animals in need! ❤️ ❄️

📷 : Dulles South Veterinary Center, The PARC, Westside Animal Clinic, Wignall Animal Hospital

01/27/2025

“Dr. Lopez and his staff truly are remarkable! I had to take my dog to the emergency vet and I couldn’t have been more satisfied than the care received. The facility is beautiful, clean, and very accessible. I did not have to wait at all to be checked in and given a room. The staff and doctor came in promptly. All procedures and costs were discussed up front as well as reasonable. Dr. Lopez explained everything very thoroughly and I really appreciate the amount of time he spent addressing all of my concerns. I cannot be more thankful for the services they provided my animal!” — Amanda R. from The PARC, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in Fort Worth, TX

01/23/2025

“My dog and I have moved around a lot, had seen at least 4 different vets. Since she was a puppy she always had sort of a scabby/ inflamed patch on her belly that she regularly licked. Each vet I saw related it to her licking and fungal issue and prescribed a topical treatment, which did help with the redness. I stopped thinking much about it over the years and just used the topical ointment when it got very red. However, when we moved to Elmhurst I took her to go see Dr. Jennifer Draca for a teeth cleaning. Within 12 seconds of a physical assessment, she figured out the actual issue with my dog’s red belly patch. It was a left-over stitch from when the rescue fixed her. This stitch was causing her so much discomfort for 8 years. She removed it during the teeth cleaning and per my request saved the cursed stitch for me in a tube. I am so grateful.” — Gabrielle V. from Thrive Pet Healthcare in Elmhurst, IL

01/21/2025

“My elderly cat had a dental with Dr. Nyquist and the care that she received was really excellent. They were conscious of her other health issues and I felt so much better about her undergoing anesthesia with how knowledgeable and caring they were. Both Drs. Nyquist and Lesley the technician were great with communication and I appreciated the time they took to be thorough. Great care overall and I will be bringing my other ancient cat in for a dental with them as well.” — Audry H. from Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in Round Rock, TX

01/20/2025

“We had a wonderful experience visiting ACCESS. Dr. Emily Chapel and her team were wonderful. Kind, efficient and knowledgeable and they made our sweet pup, Selma, feel very safe and comfortable. I highly recommend them!” — Morgan S. from ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in Los Angeles, CA

01/17/2025

🐾 We were happy to share in the excitement at the New England Regional Veterinary Technician Conference this past November! 🌟 With over 500 dedicated Veterinary Technicians coming together, it was truly a celebration of learning, development, and passion for animal care. 💚



📸: Stephanie Boyett

01/15/2025

weight lost is time gained? Help your pet reach a healthy weight this New Year so you can both enjoy many more years to come. Try out these tips to start your journey!

01/14/2025

“We brought our kitten in back in March. Daddy backed onto her with the car and broke her leg. The staff was compassionate and swift. We're so grateful for the care given to our baby. Duncan has recovered and rules the neighborhood again 😁” — Jeffro P. from Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in Round Rock, TX

01/13/2025

“I cannot recommend Dr. DeAngelis and Gentle Care highly enough! Dr. DeAngelis has gone above and beyond in taking care of my crazy furry little ones with such compassion and expertise. Every visit is met with thorough care, patience, and genuine kindness. Her strong dedication to ensuring my pets are healthy and happy is truly unmatched. If you’re looking for a veterinarian who treats your pets like their own, Dr. DeAngelis is the one to see!” — Neil C. from Gentle Care Animal Hospital at Tryon, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in Raleigh, NC

01/11/2025

📢 Important Update: Closure Notice for Tomorrow

For the safety of our team and valued clients, we will remain closed tomorrow due to hazardous road conditions. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities, and we appreciate your understanding during this time.

We will return any messages Monday morning!

Thank you for your patience and support!

01/10/2025

Dear Pet Owners, our hearts are with you in this unprecedented disaster. If your pet needs care, our community of exceptional veterinary teams are standing by to help during this time.

For emergency care, visit:

•Crossroads Animal Emergency - Norwalk (24/7 ER)
•Long Beach Animal Emergency (24/7 ER)
•ThriveTorrance Urgent Care (Important: Accepts exotic animals)
•ACCESS Los Angeles (24/7 ER)
•ACCESS South Bay (24/7 ER)
•ACCESS San Fernando Valley (24/7 ER)

For urgent medication, visit:
•Bay Cities Pet Hospital
•Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital
•P.V. Village Vet Hospital
•Parkview Pet Clinic

Additional wildfire safety resources:
•Download the Watch Duty app
The wildfire mapping and alert app powered by real people giving you real-time information vetted by trained professionals. It also provides information on animal shelters.

•Download the Genasys Protect app
The most up-to-date alerts and evacuation orders from your local emergency services team, including Fire, Police, and Community Managers

Please share this post and consider donating to Pasadena Humane: https://pasadenahumane.org/

01/10/2025

In November, over 250 Thrivers gathered for Thrive’s 3rd Annual House Officer Symposium. Together, members of our community from across the country came together to connect with their fellow Thrivers.

At Thrive, we’re committed to the future of veterinary medicine. Join us in our journey: https://careers.thrivepetcare.com/us/en

01/10/2025

📢 Important Update

Due to inclement weather, we will be closed today to ensure the safety of our staff, clients, and patients. As of now, we plan to reopen tomorrow morning at 8:00 AM, but this is subject to change depending on road conditions.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as needed. Please stay safe and check back here for the latest information!

Thank you for your understanding and stay warm!

01/08/2025

Training helps strengthen the bond between you and your doggo! 🐶 This National Train Your Dog Month, take time to teach a new trick or brush up on old ones. Afterward, get your pup AND yourself a treat, because you both deserve positive reinforcement.

Learn more about the benefits of training: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/national-train-your-dog-month

01/07/2025

“It’s been a rough journey for Luca with her blepharitis. Over the months, I’ve visited every board-certified eye specialist in NYC, working tirelessly to treat her autoimmune blepharitis. We tried antibiotics, steroids, a biopsy, culture swabs, and every test they suggested. Despite spending thousands of dollars, I still felt hopeless and lost with her ongoing treatment.

Finding Dr. Wong for a second opinion was the silver lining in this challenging process. I finally feel relieved and confident in her treatment plan. Dr. Wong was incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate. She listened attentively to Luca’s treatment history and thoughtfully suggested the best next steps for her. She took the time to patiently explain the reasoning behind her approach, ensuring I fully understood.

I’m so grateful to have found Dr. Wong. Her staff are also incredibly kind and welcoming. I highly, highly recommend her to anyone seeking expert care.” — Jiwon N. from Eye Care for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner in New York, NY

08/26/2024

🐶 It's National Dog Day! 🐾

Let's take a moment to appreciate our four-legged family members who never fail to brighten our days with their wagging tails and unconditional love. Whether they're your adventure buddy or your cuddle companion, today is all about them!

Drop a photo of your dog and share why they're the best! 💗🐶

08/14/2024

The best way to know if your cat or dog is overweight is to stay up to date on their routine wellness appointments!
Your vet will monitor your pet’s weight and will be able to provide their professional diagnosis.

Between visits, here are some clear signs you can look for to get an idea of whether your pet is overweight:
https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-my-cat-overweight
https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-my-dog-overweight

It might be tempting to share your food with your pet. Here, we dive into human food and how it could affect your pet's health.

08/12/2024

Here’s an eye-popping fact 👀: Just ONE cup of whole milk given to your cat as a snack is like us eating 5¾ cupcakes in one sitting! 🧁 🙀

If we eat a few cupcakes in one day on occasion, it is not going to have a large impact on our overall health. However, when consumed in those quantities regularly, in addition to our regular meals, weight gain is very likely. The same is true for our pets.

For some mindful treat giving strategies and more, visit our website: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/human-snacks-and-weight-gain-in-pets

08/08/2024

Not only are dogs' ears to thank for their excellent hearing, but many use them to show their mood – happy, mad or curious!
Suffice to say, ears are an important part of a dog’s life and ear care is an essential part of their overall health.
There are a number of ear problems that can plague our pets but with proper care, you can keep your dog’s ears clean and avoid infections.

Learn more about proper ear care and how we diagnose and treat ear infections by visiting our website: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/the-importance-of-pet-ear-care

07/31/2024

🐾Celebrate National Mutt Day!

Today we honor the amazing mixed-breed dogs who bring so much love and joy into our lives. These unique pups are full of personality and heart!

Have a mutt? Share a photo and tell us their story!

07/29/2024

Parasites AREN’T picky! 📣
No matter your pet’s lifestyle, location, or species - parasites like ticks, fleas, mosquitoes and heart worm present a myriad of health risks that can impact their quality of life.

For answers to common parasite questions vets get from pet owners, visit our website:
https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/ask-a-vet-parasite-q-and-as-from-our-pet-parents