VCA Farmington Hills Animal Hospital

11/12/2024

Choose your perfect fall adventure! Comment below and let us know how you and your pets will be celebrating. We'll be watching the stars with our cat! 😸 ✨

11/11/2024

A pet diabetes diagnosis can be stressful! But when it is detected early, and consistently monitored and treated, pets can live long, comfortable lives.

With your loving care and our commitment to your pet’s health, we can manage diabetes together.

11/11/2024

Ticks have become much more prevalent in our area. With more ticks comes more lyme disease. This is a lifelong condition that can cause lameness, swollen joints, anorexia, weight loss, and affect the kidneys. The best defence is by using a flea and tick preventative and being vaccinated (in canines) for lyme. Here's more info: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/lyme-disease-in-dogs

11/08/2024

Did you know VCA accepts the CareCredit credit card for all types of veterinary expenses, including your pet’s mobility and joint care?

Learn more about CareCredit and see if you prequalify at https://www.carecredit.com/apply/?sitecode=1gfasemla78

11/08/2024

Fun Fact Friday! Did you know that sheep have more teeth than cats do? How wild!

11/07/2024

It’s National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and we want to showcase over 150+ amazing shelter partners across the country that help countless pets find a good home!

11/06/2024

Now that the weather is becoming colder out, just a friendly reminder to keep your pet on prevention year round!

10/30/2024

Have a happy & safe HOWL-oween!🎃

Everyone's entitled to one good scare for Halloween, but not when it comes to your pet's health! 👻

10/28/2024

Be careful this Halloween before your pet starts goblin treats they shouldn't. 🙀 Eat, drink, and be scary!

Make sure to look out for any treats that can be hazardous to your pet.🍬

🎥: VCA South Shore (Weymouth) Animal Hospital

10/25/2024

Weight management is an important part of pet care and helps them to live long and healthy lives.

10/24/2024

You better be-leave you need to keep an eye out for fall dangers! We're sharing some items to watch out for next time you take your pet outside to watch the leaves. 🍂

10/22/2024

It's crucial to make sure that your pet's medication is not expired. Drugs may not be safe or effective beyond the specified expiration date.

10/21/2024

Is it true that dogs can only see in black and white?

Watch and find out if there’s more than meets the eye.

10/19/2024

Halloween is approaching fast! Have you thought of a costume for your pet? (If they like that sort of thing) Here's some inspirational help: https://dogtime.com/products/162580-best-dog-costumes-for-halloween

10/17/2024

Shockingly, pets CAN be picky eaters! 😹

We've got some hacks to make healthy snacking a routine part of your pet's diet.

10/17/2024

At VCA, we all fam 💙

Party Animals 🥳:
🎂🦎 VCA South Dade Animal Hospital
🎉 🐶 VCA All Pets Animal Hospital Salinas
🎊 🐕 VCA Wellington Animal Hospital
🎈😸 VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital

10/16/2024

Thank you vet techs!

10/15/2024

10/14/2024

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! 🎉

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all veterinary technicians! We're excited to share some special moments of our team reading heartfelt thank-you notes to and from their DVMs across VCA.

Our hospitals simply could not operate without the dedication and expertise of our incredible veterinary technicians. Thank you for everything you do!

10/14/2024

Happy Veterinary Technician Week! We are so grateful for all that you do! We love you!

10/13/2024

While most dogs enjoy walking, some breeds make the perfect jogging partner, like golden retrievers, beagles and more. Before taking your pet on a run, ease into it gently and make a fitness plan with your VCA veterinarian to ensure their safety.

10/11/2024

Preventive care and early intervention in diseases provide well-established and well-accepted benefits in human medicine and human dentistry. Now that cats are living longer, they too are developing age-related illnesses and issues, such as osteoarthritis, kidney disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cancer. Learn more about how your veterinarian can help you keep your cat living their best life: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/why-preventive-health-care-is-important-for-cats

10/10/2024

It's hard to leave your pets at home when you have errands to run, but being separated could cause your pet to become overly anxious. It's important to be aware of separation anxiety to help your pet overcome it.

Make sure to schedule an appointment with your VCA veterinarian to discuss how to handle your pet's separation anxiety.

10/09/2024

Let’s celebrate older dogs by helping them to be more active and improve their overall quality of life. If you notice subtle changes in your dog’s behavior, your VCA Farmington Hills care team can help. Call us today to book an appointment for an osteoarthritis evaluation: 248-553-2340

10/08/2024

We couldn't help FALL-ing in love at our photo booth! 🍁

🍁📸: East Islip Animal Hospital

10/07/2024

If your cat is deaf or hard of hearing, you can develop your own sign language to train them! The key is patience, consistency and creativity. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3kx4oX4

10/05/2024

The Alaskan Malamute was first described living amongst the Mahlemut people on Alaska's northwest coast. The dogs served as hunting partners for seals and polar bears, among other big game, and as sled dogs for hauling heavy loads.https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/dog-breeds/alaskan-malamute

10/04/2024

Happy 🌎💙🐹🐴🐱🐶🐰💙🌎

Our world revolves around pets, so we're sharing our world with you!

10/03/2024

You don't have to climb a mountain to go on an adventure with your favorite dog.

Celebrate with a simple walk that can help promote an active life for your pet.

10/03/2024

Pet Fire Safety! While we never expect to have a fire emergency, we should always be prepared for them, and pets should not be left out of the plans. Let's keep everyone safe! Learn more about how you can prepare for a fire emergency with pets, here: https://www.aspca.org/news/fire-safety-and-your-pets-keeping-them-safe-unexpected

10/01/2024

In celebration of National Fire Pup Day, we're spotlighting Dalmatians and their history at the firehouse alongside firefighters!

10/01/2024

Curious about TPLO surgeries in pets? Dr. Carrie Adrian explains the recovery process! https://youtu.be/wNZQFZHByC0

09/26/2024

Obesity in dogs can lead to many health issues, including bone and joint problems. To ensure your dog lives their healthiest life, follow these pointers on reducing the risk of obesity—including knowing its causes. Talk to your VCA veterinarian and learn more here: https://bit.ly/3LZCXlK

09/25/2024

House soiling, scratching and aggression are the most common behavior problems reported in cats. What begins as an intermittent frustration can increase in frequency or severity to the point that it dramatically affects your relationship with your cat.

If you notice a behavior problem, don’t procrastinate; address the issue as soon as possible. See your veterinarian to rule out medical causes and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

09/23/2024

Would your pet be helpful or cause chaos if they had thumbs?

09/20/2024

Joint pain may be tough to spot in your dog. If your dog appears slower than usual, it may be time for an osteoarthritis evaluation.

Call your team at VCA Farmington Hills to book an appointment today: 248-553-2340