Centralia Animal Hospital

Centralia Animal Hospital We are a veterinary practice located in the heart of Chester, Va.
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The links below are for the following...
New Client/Patient Form: https://form.jotform.com/203166006801040
Surgery Admission/Consent Form: https://form.jotform.com/203176512948055
Exotic Patient Husbandry Form: https://form.jotform.com/210286245736053
Patient Drop Off Form: https://form.jotform.com/203164023629045
Boarding Form: https://form.jotform.com/203174525072045

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day! Are you prepping to get some R&R in sunrays like our friend here? If so, where to?​...
01/28/2025

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day! Are you prepping to get some R&R in sunrays like our friend here? If so, where to?​

We’d like to remind you that if you are boarding your pet while you are away, make sure they are up to date on vaccinations. Vaccines protect against highly contagious illnesses often spread in shared spaces. ​

Call us today to check on your pet’s vaccination status so you can finish prepping for your trip!​

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Winter is here, and we want to make sure your pets stay safe! 🐾 ​Have questions about seasonal pet care? Give us a call....
01/23/2025

Winter is here, and we want to make sure your pets stay safe! 🐾 ​

Have questions about seasonal pet care? Give us a call. ​

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/40iK6Gk

Here at Centralia we have heard of and reviewed the New FDA report, and know some of you may have concerns about the rep...
01/21/2025

Here at Centralia we have heard of and reviewed the New FDA report, and know some of you may have concerns about the reporting you've heard. So here's the take away directly from the FDA, and Centralia's stance for our patients:

-Its Common for new medications to get "post approval data"- this means that the companies, and FDA are regularly monitoring to ensure continued safety, the longer a medication is used, the more is learned as it reaches more types of patients- which is why these updates are common.
-The FDA has released the report to help patients and owners make decisions regarding their pets health based on potential interactions with already existing conditions/prescriptions, and has NOT made a statement regarding causation of events.
-"Adverse Event Data", is DIFFERENT than "Adverse reaction", and "Side-effect" data- adverse event data does NOT mean there there is a direct or proven correlation to the medication itself. Adverse events can be any number of changes in pets that is on any variety or combination of medications for a number of illnesses, diseases or reasons. (for instance a cancer patient on hospice care who's been prescribed librela for their comfort, could have side effects from other medications, chemo, or their disease, including euthansia as a result of their disease. OR a patient with OA pain who got librela, but didn't respond to the medication, and their OA worsened then new worse symptoms that result from the OA could be listed as adverse events)
-Librela is commonly, and almost extensively used in older patients, as they are the ones most likely to be suffering from OA (osteoarthritis pain)- and these older patients are more likely to have or develop conditions/symptoms as a result of their age progression, and other existing disease progressions.
-To date for Librela Adverse Event rates are RARE. Rare is defined, medically, as less than 1 in 10, 000.
-There has been no recalls, or other notices, nor has the report changed any of the side effects, reactions or known risk. If at such time there is, we will not only comply, but rapidly inform you the owners, and will post an updated notice.
-Post-approval pharmacovigilance is crucial for identifying rare adverse events that may not have emerged during the initial studies. However, these rare events should not overshadow the benefits of the medications.

Where to go from here?
We've done our own surveying here at Centralia and the patients we've been administering Librela too, and so far we've seen GREAT and POSITIVE responses and improved quality of life, and mobility in over 45% of our senior patients who've tried Librela for OA pain management, and helped those patients who got minimal improvement on other pharmaceuticals.
We recognize this report has solely been an adverse event data update and NOT an Adverse reaction report, and thusly still feel confident in providing this as an OPTION to our patients, but as always, its a option to discuss- and if you have concerns please talk to your vet, and we can discuss other options as well.

What if your pet DOES have an adverse event, reaction or side effect? And what are the known side-effects?
If your pet has experienced a side effect, or adverse reaction then you are encouraged to report the event either to us, as well as the manufacturer, or FDA.
The current known potential side-effects are urinary tract infections, incontinence, dermatitis, ataxia, neurological deficits, and of course the risk of allergic reaction that exist with anything new a pet may come in contact with.

OA Options? We of course have a variety of prescription and non-prescription options, but we also offer non-pharmaceutical options, like laser therapy, tPEMF options, and referral for Physical Therapy, Rehab, or Acupuncture.

Happy National Hug Your Puppy Day! 🤗🐾 ​There’s nothing better than a warm snuggle with your furry friend to brighten you...
01/21/2025

Happy National Hug Your Puppy Day! 🤗🐾 ​

There’s nothing better than a warm snuggle with your furry friend to brighten your day.​

Share the love by dropping a photo of you hugging your pet in the comments! Let’s fill this post with paws-itively adorable moments.​

Your pet’s dental health is more than just fresh breath. Regular dental care can prevent unnecessary pain and issues lik...
01/18/2025

Your pet’s dental health is more than just fresh breath. Regular dental care can prevent unnecessary pain and issues like periodontal disease, which could lead to a shortened lifespan. We’re providing our most practical at-home dental care tips to help keep your pet healthy and happy. ​

To learn more about dental care and its importance, click here: https://bit.ly/3W38byh ​

For questions or to book your pet’s dental exam, contact us today.

Our second birthday of the Week, join us in wishing Mikala a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!Mikala is one of our Senior Veterinary ...
01/17/2025

Our second birthday of the Week, join us in wishing Mikala a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Mikala is one of our Senior Veterinary Assistants, Surgical Coordinator, LVT student & Social Media Manager! (wearing a few hats)

She likes variety in her work, and enjoys working in different departments and always having something new to do, you can often find her running around doing rooms, in reception, or in surgery on Thursday. She loves training and peer development, and helping grow the next crop of Veterinary Assistants.
No matter where she's scheduled she's always available to lend a hand to anyone and she's always available for a Corgi appointment, or Exotic Pet visit🐍.

Join us in wishing her all the best today, and feel free to share pictures of your cute pets, and her favorite patients to make her birthday even brighter!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY🎂

Today is Get to Know Your Customers Day, and we want to celebrate YOU and your amazing pets!​In the comments, drop a pho...
01/16/2025

Today is Get to Know Your Customers Day, and we want to celebrate YOU and your amazing pets!​

In the comments, drop a photo and tell us about your pet…​

🐾 What’s their favorite treat or activity?​

🐱 Share a fun fact or story about them!​

We love being a part of your pet’s journey and can’t wait to learn more about them. ​

It's been a while since we had a birthday, but now we get to celebrate Dr.Jeff Sargent! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎉⭐🎂Dr. Sargent...
01/15/2025

It's been a while since we had a birthday, but now we get to celebrate Dr.Jeff Sargent! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎉⭐🎂
Dr. Sargent is a wonderful vet who enjoys taking care of all your furry friends, but particularly loves when the cute cats come in.
He's always a delight to work with, is very calm, hardworking, thorough, dedicated, and makes his assistants laugh with his observational humor and quips, and everyone looks forward to working with him.
Join us in spotlighting Dr. Sarge and sharing all your pictures of his favorite patients (all of them), and wishing him a happy birthday!

Happy National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Whether it’s a dapper bow tie, a cozy sweater, or a full-on costume, we LOVE seein...
01/14/2025

Happy National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Whether it’s a dapper bow tie, a cozy sweater, or a full-on costume, we LOVE seeing pets show off their style.​

📸 Drop a photo of your fashionable fur baby in the comments – we can’t wait to see their pawsome outfits!​

Did you know that common health issues in pets like allergies, digestive troubles, joint pain, and even obesity can ofte...
01/11/2025

Did you know that common health issues in pets like allergies, digestive troubles, joint pain, and even obesity can often be managed—or even prevented—with the right diet? ​

Proper nutrition is a cornerstone of your pet’s well-being. If you gained a new fur family member over the holidays, or are looking to evaluate your pet’s diet, contact us today to discuss your pet’s nutrition needs!​

We will be closed today, due to weather.If you have an emergency, please contact VVC-Midlothian @ 804.744.9800.VVC-Richm...
01/11/2025

We will be closed today, due to weather.

If you have an emergency, please contact VVC-Midlothian @ 804.744.9800.

VVC-Richmond has had to temporarily close due to water supply issues affecting Richmond.

WE WILL BE CLOSED SATURDAYFor emergencies please contact VVC-MIDLOTHIAN: 804.744.9800.Please be advised, VVC of Richmond...
01/10/2025

WE WILL BE CLOSED SATURDAY
For emergencies please contact VVC-MIDLOTHIAN: 804.744.9800.

Please be advised, VVC of Richmond has temporarily closed due to water supply, and weather.

01/07/2025

DELAYED OPENING, @ 9am

If you do not feel safe driving and had an appointment today, you can cancel without a cancelation fee, this includes surgeries

We do ask that you call and let us know in advance (or text or email us), so we can plan to accommodate any sick pets that may need seen today in place of your appointment.

We plan to be open until 6pm at this time, but will update if there are any changes to this.

📣UPDATE 📣 DELAYED OPENING/EARLY CLOSING📣 CALL PRIOR TO ARRIVING📣We will open at 9am today, with a planned close time of ...
01/06/2025

📣UPDATE 📣 DELAYED OPENING/EARLY CLOSING📣 CALL PRIOR TO ARRIVING📣

We will open at 9am today, with a planned close time of 4pm (subject to change based on weather)- please call PRIOR to your appointment for updates today as things progress, and please be safe today.

APPOINTMENTS: if you had an appointment during a time we will not be opened please call us at 9am, some appointments will be rescheduled, pets who are sick we will be trying to work in- so please call for arrangements.

DROP OFFS: please call before coming in. If we accept a drop off it will be between 930a-1030, HOWEVER- we will be working based on triage, and some appointments may need rescheduled to accomodate sicker pets today (who had appts), so please call ahead.
Any pet accepted as a drop off will need picked up by 3pm today.

RESCHEDULE/CANCELLATIONS: if you had an appointment but cannot make it in, please call or text us and let us know, there will NOT be a fee today for canceling due to weather conditions, and we appreciate letting us know in advance which will allow us to better accomodate sick or urgent care visits, which will be priority today.

📣IMPORTANT WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT 📣IF YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT MONDAY JANUARY 6TH- please call the office PRIOR to driving ...
01/06/2025

📣IMPORTANT WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

IF YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT MONDAY JANUARY 6TH- please call the office PRIOR to driving out, to ensure we are open!

We've been monitoring the weather and updates, closely.
The current plan is the check the roads in the morning to see if it is safe for our staff, and yourselves to navigate. As we all know slush, sleet and ice are more dangerous, in any quantity.

Our highest priority is the safety and wellbeing of our staff and our beloved patients, and we dont want anyone taking unnecessary risk.

Once a determination has been made regarding the travel safety and its impact on our hours, and operation we will make official post to keep you updated if there will be changes (delays, early closure, closed etc)

Please share this so all your friends are aware too and they don't risk an potentially unneeded trip.
Thank you
804.768.4212

PS: If you do not get an answer and your pet is having an emergency please contact virginia veterinary centers on Cary street, richmond: 804.353.9000

for National Trivia Day! 😺​Did you know that cats can make over 100 different sounds? Their vocal cords are incredibly...
01/04/2025

for National Trivia Day! 😺​

Did you know that cats can make over 100 different sounds? Their vocal cords are incredibly flexible, allowing them to communicate with us in so many ways.

If you have a favorite pet fact, share it with us in the comments!

Keeping your pet active during the colder months can be tricky, but maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for their ov...
01/02/2025

Keeping your pet active during the colder months can be tricky, but maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for their overall wellness. ​

For our dog patients, we recommend indoor tug-of-war, indoor fetch, and interactive toys. ​

For our cat patients, additional cardboard boxes never hurt – along with laser pointers, birdwatch stations, and interactive toys. ​

What are some indoor activities your pet loves to engage with? Share with us in the comments!​

🎉 New Year, New Pawsibilities! 🎉Part of our 2025 resolutions is to keep those tails wagging and whiskers twitching all y...
12/31/2024

🎉 New Year, New Pawsibilities! 🎉

Part of our 2025 resolutions is to keep those tails wagging and whiskers twitching all year long.

What’s your pet’s New Year’s resolution? Share in the comments below!

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4125 Celebration Avenue
Chester, VA
23831

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+18047684212

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🐾 Did you get a new pup over the holidays or could your dog use a refresher on good manners? Whether you're dealing with basic manners or specific challenges, finding the right dog trainer can make all the difference.​ Check out our tips on when and how to choose the perfect trainer for your pet & share this post with friends who got a new pet recently!​ Learn more here: https://bit.ly/403EuhQ

Do you think it worked?​ #VeterinaryHumor #PetParent #PetReels

Splish, splash, tomorrow is National Bubble Bath Day! 🛁 ​ Regular grooming is essential to keeping your pet happy and healthy. ​ Share our Pet Grooming Tips with a fellow pet parent – and drop any additional tips in the comments that you find helpful! 🐾 ​ #BubbleBathDay #PetGroomingTips

The New Year is just a few days away! Are you and your pet hosting a party? 🎉 Enjoy the fun with these pet safety measures in place. #HappyNewYear #PetSafetyTips

Sorry about that. Our cats took over our phones… #VeterinaryHumor #PetParentHumor

December is one of our furr-avorite months, it's National Cat Lovers’ Month! 🎉🐱 Spoil your feline friends with their favorite treats, extra snuggles, and don’t forget to share their cutest pics with us in the comments (bonus points for a holiday-themed photo)! #NationalCatLoversMonth #CatLoversMonth

We hope your post-Thanksgiving Saturday plans are to rest and recover! 💤 Can you relate to this post-Thanksgiving feeling? #ThanksgivingFeelings #HolidaySeason #SaturdayCaturday

POV: You, in 2 days. 🦃 What #Thanksgiving fixing are you the most excited about?

Thanksgiving is a time for family—including our furry ones! 🍁🦃 A little caution can go a long way in keeping your pets happy and healthy this holiday season! Help us spread our safety tips by tapping share! #PetSafety #ThanksgivingReady #ThanksgivingFeast

Good nutrition is the foundation of your pet’s health. The right diet supports everything from energy levels to a shiny coat and strong immune system – and helps to prevent diseases such as diabetes. Whether your pet is young, senior, or has special dietary needs, we’re here to help you find the best nutrition plan to keep them happy and healthy. Contact us for personalized nutrition advice! #PetDiabetesMonth #HealthyPets #HappyTummies

POV: You’re a cat and today is dedicated to you 🐱 In honor of #NationalCatDay, join us in celebrating all the purr-fectly wonderful cats that bring joy to our lives. Whether they're mischievous kittens or wise old felines, let's shower them with extra love and treats today. Share a picture of your feline bestie in the comments! 🐾 #NationalCatDay #CatDay

Today is #NationalMakeADogsDay! 🐶 Whether it's an extra belly rub, a long walk, or a special treat, let's go the extra mile to make our dogs feel loved and appreciated. Share a photo or video in the comments of how you're making your dog's day special! 🐾

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