VCA South Arundel Animal Hospital

VCA South Arundel Animal Hospital "Where your pet's health is our top priority, and excellent service is our goal."

Since 1966 we have been committed to educate our clients and involve them in their pet's health care. Whether you're learning the ropes with an energetic new kitten or puppy or adapting your lifestyle to accommodate a senior pet, the caring, knowledgeable staff of South Arundel is with you every step of the way.

Love is in the air - with a side of pet hair!Happy Valentine’s from a few of our cute patients today!
02/14/2025

Love is in the air - with a side of pet hair!

Happy Valentine’s from a few of our cute patients today!

Pet Theft Awareness Day is on February 14th. It's a day to learn how to protect your pet from theft. Tips to prevent pet...
02/14/2025

Pet Theft Awareness Day is on February 14th. It's a day to learn how to protect your pet from theft.
Tips to prevent pet theft:
-Keep your pet inside when you're not home
-Secure your yard
-Attach a bell to your gate so you can hear if it's opened
-Be careful who can see your pet's photos on social media
-Keep your pet on a leash
-Never leave your pet alone in a car

We think it's a treat to care for your pets! Just make sure to skip the chocolates!Happy Valentine's Day - 💙 VCA
02/14/2025

We think it's a treat to care for your pets! Just make sure to skip the chocolates!

Happy Valentine's Day - 💙 VCA

This February is for the cats, and more specifically it’s for their health, so we call it National Cat Health Month. Eve...
02/13/2025

This February is for the cats, and more specifically it’s for their health, so we call it National Cat Health Month. Every cat parent should spend the month with extra focus on their cat’s physical and emotional well-being, and educate themselves on signs of unhealthy behavior or illness. We love National Cat Health Month because it reminds us to give extra love to our sweet kitties and serves as a great way to celebrate our furry friends beyond just posting cat memes!

02/13/2025

Raise your hand if you love caring for pets! 🖐️

We are open on time today.
02/12/2025

We are open on time today.

02/11/2025

We love our pets, but have you ever wondered what your pets love? 🐶💙🐱

We're sharing some of your pet's favorite things 💙!

**** UPDATE OWNERS FOUND! ❤️Dog found on Beards Point Road and is with us until animal control comes. Please share. No m...
02/11/2025

**** UPDATE OWNERS FOUND! ❤️
Dog found on Beards Point Road and is with us until animal control comes. Please share. No microchip.

Dental disease is one of the most common and serious health problems in dogs and cats. We're sharing ways to help keep y...
02/10/2025

Dental disease is one of the most common and serious health problems in dogs and cats. We're sharing ways to help keep your pet's teeth clean.

Please share.
02/07/2025

Please share.

Kennel Cough is a contagious respiratory illness, which means it can spread to your dog through exposure to other animal...
02/07/2025

Kennel Cough is a contagious respiratory illness, which means it can spread to your dog through exposure to other animals. If an outbreak is reported in your area, it’s important to take precautions to avoid spreading the illness.

02/05/2025

How important is pet dental health? Chew on these facts about why your pet's healthy smile is a happy smile.

Planning on getting a pet in 2025? Let us help you pick a name! Comment below and let us know your pet's new name!
02/03/2025

Planning on getting a pet in 2025? Let us help you pick a name! Comment below and let us know your pet's new name!

Thanks for lunch Cherie and family! ❤️❤️
01/31/2025

Thanks for lunch Cherie and family! ❤️❤️

01/29/2025

Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures.

This year is recognized as the Year of the Snake, so we're sharing some fun facts about why snakes represent wisdom, creativity, and transformation! 🐍🧧

VCA South Arundel is hiring a Medical Director. Come join our team in Edgewater, Maryland!You will have access to any a...
01/28/2025

VCA South Arundel is hiring a Medical Director. Come join our team in Edgewater, Maryland!

You will have access to any and all of the equipment you need to practice the best medicine. We have an in-house laboratory, digital dental, whole-body radiography, ultrasound, you name it!

Contact me at [email protected] if you are interested in learning more!

01/27/2025

Who says playtime has to be outdoors? Indoor activities can be just as enriching and stimulating for your pets!

Watch this video for fun ways to keep them active and engaged inside.

01/23/2025

It's the ultimate battle of the ages, Puppies vs Seniors!

Which do you think is more adorable? 👍 = Puppies ❤️ = Seniors

01/22/2025

If you’re committing to teach yourself a new activity in the new year, why not include your pet in that resolution. It's as easy as 1,2,3, Sit.

What tricks does your pet know? Let us know in the comments.

Just a gentle reminder to help us keep our pets safe! ❄️ 🥶 💨
01/20/2025

Just a gentle reminder to help us keep our pets safe! ❄️ 🥶 💨

01/17/2025

Did you know a dog’s sense of smell is up to 100,000 times stronger than ours? Their noses can detect scents we can't even imagine! 🤯

Watch this video to learn more fascinating facts about how dogs experience the world through smell.

🎥: VCA Baring Boulevard Animal Hospital

01/16/2025

Effective immediately, the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) will temporarily suspend all dog intakes due to a significant uptick in Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) cases over the past six to eight weeks. Unfortunately, some cases are not responding to treatment and have progressed to pneumonia, requiring extensive treatment and isolation. BARCS medical team will reassess this decision after two weeks.

This temporary suspension will allow our team to decrease the number of dogs in our shelter to focus on isolating and treating affected dogs, conducting additional lab testing, implementing enhanced quarantine protocols, and not exposing new dogs to illnesses. While this disease is not transmissible to other species, its impact on our canine population has been severe, and we must take immediate action to safeguard the health of the animals in our care.

“To save and protect the animals currently in our shelter, it is necessary to pause dog intakes while we focus our resources on treatment and containment,” said Dr. Bobbie Mammato, DVM, MPH and BARCS Chief Medical Officer. “The safest place for a healthy dog right now is with their owner, and we need pet owners and our community to work together to delay surrendering dogs or bringing in lost dogs until BARCS is in a better situation to safely care for them.”

BARCS will continue adoptions and fostering of healthy dogs, and those with mild symptoms who can receive treatment in a quiet, less stressful home environment separated from other dogs. This will not only ensure these animals will remain healthy or heal quicker, it will also decrease stress, illness and potential euthanasia for other animals at the shelter. To ensure the safety of adopters/fosters and their pets, every animal leaving the shelter will receive information about Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), including a list of symptoms to watch for and guidance on preventing the spread of illness.

To help reduce the spread of illness in the community, BARCS urges pet owners to:

🔴 Keep their pets updated on vaccines.

🔴 Only allow your dog to interact with dogs you know are healthy and have not been exposed to any sick dogs.

🔴 Seek veterinary care promptly if their pet shows signs of illness, such as coughing, nasal discharge or lethargy.

We will update our website and social media channels with information on the situation, including when dog intakes will resume. Thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate this challenging time.

HOW YOU CAN HELP DURING OUR DOG INTAKE CLOSURE

Here are the steps you can take to help reduce the strain on the shelter, provide assistance to your own pets, and support BARCS during this challenging time:

LOST DOGS

Bringing lost dogs to BARCS at this time can put them at unnecessary risk. The majority of lost pets are found only a few blocks from their homes so please take the following steps to help reunite lost pets with their owners:

🔴 Look for Owners: Most lost pets are found close to home. Ask your neighbors if they recognize the pet, post photos on local social media, lost and found pages, places like ring and neighborhood association pages, and pet recovery websites.

🔴 Use Petco Love Lost’s Facial Recognition Tool: Upload a photo of the pet to help identify them and connect with their family (https://petcolove.org/lost/).

🔴 Put Up Flyers: Posting physical flyers in the area can also help alert others to a lost pet.

🔴 Scan for a Microchip: As soon as possible, take the found animal to a local animal hospital or shelter to have them scanned for a microchip. Microchips often contain the owner’s contact information, making reunification faster and less stressful for the pet.

BARCS can offer supplies for you to borrow while you hold onto the pet as supplies last.

REHOMING YOUR DOG: USE THE REHOMING TOOL ON OUR WEBSITE

If you're an owner needing to find a new family for your dog, consider directly rehoming your pet by marketing it on your social media page or using the Rehoming Tool on our website (https://www.barcs.org/rehoming). Rehoming directly to a new home is the best option when you can no longer keep a pet, but especially now while our shelter is at capacity and animals are more vulnerable to illness and stress. This tool lists your dog on our website and allows owners to connect with potential adopters directly, helping pets find new homes in a less stressful environment.

NEED PET RESOURCES? EMAIL US!

If you're struggling to care for your pet due to financial constraints or lack of supplies, we may be able to help. Please email us at [email protected] for information on food, supplies, or other resources to help you keep your pet in your home or if you have other questions. We believe that pets should stay with their families when possible, and we're here to support you.

DONATIONS NEEDED

The increase in illness, treatments, and veterinary care is placing a significant financial strain on BARCS. We need your support now more than ever to continue providing the essential medical care our animals need. Your donations to our Medical Care Fund (https://www.barcs.org/medical-care-fund) will directly contribute to covering the additional costs of medications, testing, medical supplies, and cleaning supplies for the animals in our care.

How well do you know your cat?
01/16/2025

How well do you know your cat?

Don't let a little snow ruin your pet's walk! We're sharing tips to help your pet avoid having jack frost nip at their n...
01/16/2025

Don't let a little snow ruin your pet's walk! We're sharing tips to help your pet avoid having jack frost nip at their nose on their next potty break.

01/15/2025

Arthritis can cause complications with keeping your pet healthy, and low-impact exercises can be a great way to manage your pet's health.

Follow along to learn how you can help keep your pet active!

It's National Rubber Ducky Day!Whether you remember them as a kid on Sesame Street, collect them for your vehicle, or en...
01/13/2025

It's National Rubber Ducky Day!
Whether you remember them as a kid on Sesame Street, collect them for your vehicle, or enjoy trying to win them at a carnival, these little guys are pretty adorable.

We don't recommend them as chew toys for most pets, so show us what cute, squeaky alternatives your pets are playing with these days!

Houseplants are more popular than ever, but it's important to know which ones are safe to keep around our pets!
01/10/2025

Houseplants are more popular than ever, but it's important to know which ones are safe to keep around our pets!

All donations made to VCA Charities at any VCA Animal Hospital in California will support disaster relief efforts, inclu...
01/09/2025

All donations made to VCA Charities at any VCA Animal Hospital in California will support disaster relief efforts, including our work to help pets impacted by the current devastating fires in Los Angeles now through January 31st.

Pet Winter Safety Tips- with the snow we just got yesterday please keep these tips in mind when walking your pups. And r...
01/08/2025

Pet Winter Safety Tips- with the snow we just got yesterday please keep these tips in mind when walking your pups. And remember to keep all chemicals, like antifreeze, in secure locations away from all animals. Stay warm and safe over the winter!

A BIG thank you to our team that got the hospital open at 7:30am this morning, to our technicians that triaged text mess...
01/07/2025

A BIG thank you to our team that got the hospital open at 7:30am this morning, to our technicians that triaged text messages from clients during the storm yesterday, and to our plow guys for having the parking lot and walkways ready when we arrived this morning! And thank you to the staff at the local pet urgent care centers and pet ER’s that worked during the storm ❤️

01/07/2025

Keeping our pets safe is our top priority!

Visit https://pets.vcahospitals.com/er-holiday to claim your 50% off coupon, find a VCA Animal Hospitals Emergency Care location near you.

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.

01/07/2025

We are OPEN!
Be safe if you are out and about today.

As the seasons change, it’s crucial to keep your pet cozy and safe from the elements. Our winter safety tips will help y...
01/06/2025

As the seasons change, it’s crucial to keep your pet cozy and safe from the elements. Our winter safety tips will help your pets stay safe and warm, no matter the weather!

12/31/2024

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

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

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85 Central Avenue W
Edgewater, MD
21037

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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Today is National Check the Chip Day! Have you moved or changed phone numbers since your pet was microchipped? If the answer is yes, please make sure you updated your contact information with your pet's microchip company! #vcapets

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May 11th is National Dog Mom's Day! We love and appreciate you all! #vcapets

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The pups at South Arundel are loving this snow day! We hope everyone has fun and stays safe ❄️ #vcapets

Dr. Annillo is here again to draw our myVCA App Raffle winner name....and the winner of the CAT Pawliday Basket is....."Lola" Kephart! 🐾 Thanks for entering and downloading the myVCA app!! 🐶 ☃️ You have 48 hours to claim your prize or we will draw again for another winner 🎁

Dr. Thomas is here again to draw our myVCA App Raffle winner name....and the winner of the DOG Pawliday Basket is....."Ace" Russell! 🐾 Thanks for entering and downloading the myVCA app!! 🐶 ☃️ You have 48 hours to claim your prize or we will draw again for another winner 🎁 next up...Cat Pawliday Basket Winner!

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