VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge

12/31/2024

Happy New Years from VCA! We hope you and your pets have an amazing day to welcome the new year! #2025

12/30/2024

We’ve had some paw-sitively amazing pet moments in 2024! We’re thrilled to have cared for over 3.7 million animals this year!

Thank you for trusting us with your pets—it's been an honor to be a part of their journey. Here’s to many more unforgettable moments in the year ahead! 💙

12/23/2024

Happy Holidays to you and your pets!

From: VCA 💙

12/20/2024

The CDC has confirmed an outbreak of Avian Flu, which can spread among birds, livestock, and other animals.

To help keep you and your pets safe, we’re sharing important guidelines and precautions. Swipe through to learn more.

12/20/2024

At VCA, peace of mind is our love language. This holiday season, unwrap 50% off an Emergency Care exam* until January 15. Claim your coupon today and be prepared in case of an emergency: https://bit.ly/3Z2AvD1

Offer for 50% off one ER exam at participating ER locations through 1/15/25. Terms and conditions apply.

12/19/2024

Pets aren’t just gifts—they’re lifelong companions and commitments. This holiday season, let’s remember the responsibility that comes with welcoming a pet into our lives.

We've put together some key reminders to help ensure a happy, healthy future for your pet.

12/17/2024

We’re sharing some helpful tips on how to care for your pet’s arthritis including senior-proofing your home.

12/16/2024

To have a happy, hazard-free holiday, pay attention to these common holiday dangers for pets!

This holiday season, we're by providing 50% off an ER exam for all pet owners and free ER exams for CareClub members.

Visit https://pets.vcahospitals.com/er-holiday to claim your 50% off coupon, find a VCA Animal Hospitals Emergency Care location near you, and discover more tips for a safe, pet-friendly holiday season.

12/13/2024

Worried your cat might be hiding joint pain? If they’re hesitating on stairs or avoiding high perches, it could be a sign they’re uncomfortable.

A CareClub® membership can help your pet with mobility support, including unlimited exams and joint health rechecks.*

Enroll today: https://bit.ly/40aTlsm

12/12/2024

🎶 Put your paws up as we celebrate the 12 Days of VCA 🎶

12/12/2024

Is your pet the goodest boy or girl? Watch until the end for maximum “aww” moments.

12/06/2024

Stay safe, stay merry this holiday season!

Be prepared by learning which common festive hazards to keep out of reach of pets—curated by Trupanion. https://bit.ly/3Azq6W1

12/04/2024

How good are you at pet trivia? Can you guess which are the true facts and which one is the lie?

Comment below if you got it right.

📸: VCA Aventura Animal Hospital and Pet Resort

12/03/2024

Join us in helping a shelter pet find

Every dollar donated will support adoption readiness and veterinary care for pets waiting for a home.

Visit your local VCA hospital to donate.

12/02/2024

Have a happy, hazard-free holiday! We're providing 50% off an ER exam for all pet owners and free ER exams for CareClub members.

Visit https://pets.vcahospitals.com/er-holiday to claim your 50% off coupon, find a VCA Animal Hospitals Emergency Care location near you, and discover more tips for a safe, pet-friendly holiday season.

Offer for free ER exams available for CareClub Members only. Offer for 50% off one ER exam. Both offers available at participating ER locations through 1/15/25. Terms and conditions apply.

11/27/2024

There’s so much to be grateful for this year, including the health of your pet. Watch to learn more about what foods to avoid feeding your pet this Thanksgiving.

🎥: VCA Blum Animal Hospital

11/25/2024

Our team at VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center is speaking with People to let you know which Thanksgiving staples are OK to feed your pets.

Read Now: https://people.com/thanksgiving-foods-safe-for-pets-dogs-8750505

11/25/2024

It’s the flavor of the season, but it might not be right for your pet. Hear important tips from our team on what to watch out for this pumpkin-filled time of year.

05/16/2024

04/19/2024

Please help us spread the word! BARCS is out of dog space and are waiving adoption fees through April 21. https://www.facebook.com/BARCSbaltimore/posts/pfbid02kvzeEusuqodfU52E8aYijzsz1VtwF51tzuLYKLSh2QjCozMaKF46ArEqZ76Wudjfl

🚨OUT OF DOG SPACE🚨

BARCS is in a desperate situation–we have more dogs in the shelter than we have kennel space to house them, and more will continue to enter our doors. Effective today, April 18, through Sunday, April 21, we are waiving adoption fees for ALL animals in the shelter in order to make room for new animals that need to seek refuge at our facility.

BARCS is the open-admission shelter for Baltimore City, we cannot turn new animals away, even if our cages are full. The number of dogs coming into our shelter has significantly increased. Dog intakes at BARCS are up 24% from last year and 71% in the last two years. We have hundreds of healthy, happy adoptable dogs that need homes, and they are at risk for euthanasia otherwise. YOU can help us not have to make any heartbreaking decisions by helping us spread the word about this mounting crisis.

ADOPT: Adoption fees are WAIVED for all animals from April 18-21. BARCS is located at 2490 Giles Rd., Baltimore, MD and we are open from 2-6 p.m. on weekdays and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekends. Fees are waived for animals in foster and at adoption events this weekend as well. www.barcs.org/adopt-dogs/

FOSTER: We urgently need foster families for adult dogs. You do NOT need to have a specific type of home or family to foster. Any open cage means two lives preserved: the dog you took home to foster and the next one inevitably coming in tomorrow. Even a weekend-long commitment to foster can make a major difference. If you aren’t sure about fostering, you can attend one of our Foster Open Houses that are held twice a week. www.barcs.org/foster/

DOG’S DAY OUT: If you are unable to adopt or foster at this time but still want to help dogs in need, you can participate in Dog’s Day Out. Our Dog’s Day Out program is a great way to give our pups a break from the shelter environment and get them seen by potential adopters. You can take one of our pups to the park, go for a hike or simply relax in your home. You do not need to be an existing volunteer to participate. www.barcs.org/dogs-day-out/

Please consider coming by the shelter to adopt or go through the foster process onsite and temporarily house a pup in need.

04/19/2024

❗OUT OF DOG SPACE❗
📌BARCS is in a desperate situation–we have more dogs in the shelter than we have kennel space to house them, and more will continue to enter our doors. Effective today, April 18, through Sunday, April 21, we are waiving adoption fees for ALL animals in the shelter in order to make room for new animals that need to seek refuge at our facility.

📌BARCS is the open-admission shelter for Baltimore City, we cannot turn new animals away, even if our cages are full. The number of dogs coming into our shelter has significantly increased. Dog intakes at BARCS are up 24% from last year and 71% in the last two years.

📌We have hundreds of healthy, happy adoptable dogs that need homes, and they are at risk for euthanasia otherwise. YOU can help us not have to make any heartbreaking decisions by helping us spread the word about this mounting crisis.

📌ADOPT: Adoption fees are WAIVED for all animals from April 18-21. BARCS is located at 2490 Giles Rd., Baltimore, MD and we are open from 2-6 p.m. on weekdays and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekends. Fees are waived for animals in foster and at adoption events this weekend as well. www.barcs.org/adopt-dogs/

📌FOSTER: We urgently need foster families for adult dogs. You do NOT need to have a specific type of home or family to foster. Any open cage means two lives preserved: the dog you took home to foster and the next one inevitably coming in tomorrow. Even a weekend-long commitment to foster can make a major difference. If you aren’t sure about fostering, you can attend one of our Foster Open Houses that are held twice a week. www.barcs.org/foster/

📌DOG’S DAY OUT: If you are unable to adopt or foster at this time but still want to help dogs in need, you can participate in Dog’s Day Out. Our Dog’s Day Out program is a great way to give our pups a break from the shelter environment and get them seen by potential adopters. You can take one of our pups to the park, go for a hike or simply relax in your home. You do not need to be an existing volunteer to participate. www.barcs.org/dogs-day-out/

Please consider coming by the shelter to adopt or go through the foster process onsite and temporarily house a pup in need.

01/16/2024

ALERT! Due to weather and road conditions, the hospital will remain closed today, January 16, 2024. We plan to reopen for normal business hours on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 7 am. We are so sorry for any inconvenience. Keep warm and stay safe!