Emergency Animal Hospital of Ellicott City

09/10/2025

Our profession—like many others—is filled with emotional highs and devastating lows. We carry the weight of our patients, our clients, and often, more silently, our own struggles.

Veterinary professionals face one of the highest su***de rates of any field. But this conversation isn’t just about us—it's about everyone. Mental health doesn't discriminate, and too many are suffering in silence.

If you're struggling, please know:

You are not alone.

You are needed.

You matter—more than you may realize.

Let’s support each other with compassion, honesty, and courage. Reach out. Check in. Listen without judgment. The smallest kindness can change a life.

If you or someone you love is in crisis, help is always available:

In the U.S., call or text 988

Together, let’s break the silence, reduce the stigma, and foster a world where mental health is treated with the same urgency as physical health.

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and September 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day.

In 2022, 988 was designated as the new, nationwide, three-digit phone number that connects U.S.-based callers to the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline to talk with su***de prevention and mental health crisis counselors.

The wellbeing of veterinary professionals is one of the most important issues facing our profession, and a critical focus of the AVMA. AVMA has created these printable flyers to hang at your practice and remind your team that help is a free phone call away: http://bit.ly/4mZBHAb

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from the Emergency Animal Hospital of Ellicott City

We hope everyone has a safe, happy, and fun-filled holiday with family, friends, and of course, your furry companions!

While we hope you don’t need us today, please know we’re here for you 24/7/365—even on holidays. If your pet needs emergency care, we're just a phone call away.

Stay safe and enjoy the celebrations!

06/14/2025

Our hospital icon, Chunk, can’t get enough of his new disco ball. He lounges. He struts. He naps dramatically under the ✨sparkles✨

Every hour is now disco hour in Chunk’s kingdom — and honestly, we’re just living in it.🪩

06/07/2025

This is Kratos—an 8-year-old Cane Corso whose journey reminded all of us why we do what we do.

On April 27, Kratos arrived at the Emergency Animal Hospital of Ellicott City in critical condition. He collapsed in our parking lot and was rushed inside by our fast-acting nursing team. Within moments, his heart stopped. Our team immediately jumped into action, initiating CPR. Thanks to their training, experience, and sheer determination, Kratos' heart began beating again.

But the fight wasn’t over.

Kratos was diagnosed with Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)—a life-threatening emergency where the stomach twists on itself, cutting off blood supply. His family made the brave decision to proceed with emergency surgery. The procedure was a success, but his road to recovery was far from easy.

Kratos spent four days in our ICU, receiving around-the-clock care. He was weak, and his prognosis was uncertain. As the days passed, it began to seem like his body was giving up. His family, heartbroken and full of love, made the incredibly difficult decision to say goodbye.

But Kratos had other plans.

As he was wheeled in for his final goodbye, something extraordinary happened. The moment he saw his family, he perked up. He lifted his head. Then—against all odds—he stood up and jumped off the gurney. His family saw it in his eyes: he wasn’t done fighting. With renewed hope, they chose to continue his care.

And Kratos didn’t look back.

Thanks to his fierce will to live, his family’s unwavering love, and the relentless commitment of our medical team, Kratos turned a corner. After four long, emotional days in the ICU, he walked out the front door and went home.

At his follow-up visits, Kratos has continued to thrive—and every tail wag reminds us of just how special his story is.

To our team: Thank you for showing up, for never giving up, and for giving your hearts to every patient.
To Kratos’ family: Thank you for trusting us through the hardest days.
And to Kratos: Thank you for reminding us all what it means to fight.

06/05/2025

🐾 Happy Veterinary Inventory Manager Appreciation Day! 🐾

Today, we’re celebrating someone who truly keeps our clinic running behind the scenes — Megan, our incredible Veterinary Inventory Manager!

From keeping our shelves stocked to managing orders, tracking supplies, and handling the countless details no one ever sees — Megan does it all with dedication, precision, and heart.

Because of you, Megan, we’re always ready to provide the best care to our patients. Your work may be behind the scenes, but your impact is front and center every single day.

Thank you for all you do!

04/27/2025

We know we are a little late but...Happy World Veterinary Day!
This year’s theme, “Animal Health Takes a Team,” couldn’t be more fitting—especially in emergency care.

At ECEAH, we see the importance of teamwork every single day. From reception to triage, technicians to veterinarians, every hand, every heartbeat, and every decision matters. Whether it’s stabilizing a critical patient at 2 a.m. or comforting a worried pet parent, we work together—because animal health is a team effort.

To our amazing emergency crew: thank you for your strength, your skill, and your heart.
And to the pet parents who trust us in their most difficult moments—thank you for being part of this team, too.

04/26/2025

This week we are celebrating Veterinary Client Service Representative Appreciation Week, and we’re giving a huge shoutout to the incredible client service team that keeps our emergency animal hospital running smoothly—Madison, Jacy, Olivia, and Mercedez!

Our CSR’s are the friendly voices you hear on the phone during stressful moments, the calm presence at the front desk when you walk through our doors, and the compassionate liaisons between our clients and medical team. Whether it’s answering client phone calls, comforting worried pet parents, assisting with end of life decisions, or the many other duties they manage daily, they do it all with empathy, professionalism, and grace.

Jacy, Madison, Olivia, and Mercedez—thank you for your dedication, heart, and the critical role you play in caring for both our patients and the people who love them. We appreciate you more than words can say!

Please join us in showing them some love this week!

01/13/2025

We had our holiday party last week, and it was wonderful to have the staff come together and enjoy some fun. A special thanks to Kaitlyn for all her hard work in making the event such a success!

01/06/2025

If you need us today we are here! Your pets' care is our top priority, and we're ready to help! Please call us ahead of time, we hope everyone is staying safe.

12/21/2024

Yesterday, we celebrated a huge milestone at our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as we officially expanded to become a 24/7 facility. Now, we’re here for your furry friends, day or night, with the care they deserve—whenever they need it most.

A heartfelt thank you to all the supporters, partners, and our dedicated team for making this possible. Here's to a future where pets get the emergency care they need, 24/7!

12/20/2024

UPDATE!!: reunited with owner, thank you all for sharing!

Dog brought in just a few minutes ago. Found next to wingstop on route 40 in Ellicott City. No tags or chip. Please give us a call if you know this dog! 410-750-1177

12/19/2024

ITS OFFICIAL! We are now a 24/7 facility!