Partner Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center Frederick

Summer Safety Tip #5 - Beach Rules Beach days can be some of the best days. But remember that hot sand and saltwater can be dangerous for your pet. If you do bring your bestie, keep the following in mind ... ⛱ Don’t let them drink saltwater ⛱ Keep them cool to prevent heatstroke ⛱ Watch out for burns on their paws from hot sand ⛱ Stay away from rough waters Stay safe and enjoy your summer! If you suspect your pet needs help, contact your primary vet or call us ... we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #summerpetsafety

Summer Safety Tip #4 - ‼️ Hot Car Dangers ‼️ Have you ever had to wait in a hot car on a warm day while your gas tank fills? Even with the doors and windows open, it can get oppressively hot. 🔥🔥🔥 Think shade helps? Nope, a car's interior can become lethally hot even in the shade. Leaving a pet in a parked car, even for a short time or with windows cracked, is always unsafe. If you suspect your pet needs help, contact your primary vet or call us ... we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #summerpetsafety

Summer Safety Tip #3 - Pool Plans Weather like this is perfect for lazy days by the pool. As tempting as it is to let your pup swim to their heart's content, there are important safety tips to remember before diving in. 💦 Don't assume your dog is a strong swimmer 💦 Keep pool chemicals out of reach 💦 Consider buying a life jacket for your dog 💦 Keep plenty of fresh water available 💦 Use a fence to limit access Stay safe and cool out there! If you suspect your pet needs help, contact your primary vet or call us ... we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #summerpetsafety

Summer Safety Tip #2 - Hot Asphalt Burns! If you can't hold your hand flat on the pavement for 7 seconds, it's too hot for your dog's paws! Temperatures continue to soar this week with highs in the 90s. Did you know that asphalt temps climb much higher than air temperatures? Air Temp 77 ➡️ Asphalt Temp 125 Air Temp 87 ➡️ Asphalt Temp 143 Air Temp 97 ➡️ Asphalt Temp 150 That means walking your dog can be extremely dangerous—leaving sensitive paws vulnerable to painful burns. If you suspect your pet has burned his or her paws, contact your primary vet or call us ... we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #summerpetsafety

This week's high temperatures are ushering in the official start of summer! So we thought it would be a good time to remind pet owners of the dangers that accompany these high summertime temps. Throughout the week we'll be sharing tips on how to keep your pets safe in the heat, starting with Signs of Heat Distress. Following are the things you need to look for! ⚠️ Dizziness or disorientation ⚠️ Dark red gums, tongue mouth ⚠️ Lying down and unwilling to get up ⚠️ Increased rectal temperature ⚠️ Collapse and/or loss of consciousness ⚠️ Anxiety ⚠️ Vigorous panting If your pet exhibits any of these signs, please contact your primary vet or call us ... we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #summerpetsafety

Make sure you pre-register your pets today! https://partnervesc.com/pre-registration-form/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_iaw5lbbxhd Call if you need us … we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp

Do you remember Rebbie—a 5-year-old Labrador Retriever mix who came to us back in March because she was paralyzed in the hind end after a long day of play? Our on-site MRI machine helped our neurology team diagnose an acute intervertebral disk extrusion in her lumbar spine. Dr. Harris performed an emergency hemilaminectomy—also known as decompression surgery, and after a couple of days of recovery at the hospital, Rebbie was discharged to her family. This is Rebbie today—walking independently! We couldn't be happier for this sweet girl and her family! Call if you need us … we can help. 301-200-8185 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #wecanhelp #veterinaryneurology

The time has come to announce the final winner of our puzzle contest. Thank you to each and every clinic who participated!

Congratulations to Keri Levinson, DVM, CVA, on her amazing achievement of becoming a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA)! Dr. Levinson, who works in our Frederick location, started her CVA journey many years ago in veterinary school, inspired by the care of one of her family pets. Her accreditation was received through Chi University, and she is registered as a CVA with the China Society of Traditional Veterinary Medicine and the World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Veterinary acupuncture can be used to treat and support a wide variety of medical problems from acute to chronic conditions, such as pain, osteoarthritis, chronic cough/respiratory conditions, and gastrointestinal, immunologic, and neurologic conditions (paresis/paralysis) as a result of acute injury, general aging, or chronic disease. “Veterinary acupuncture is often best used as a complementary therapy to Western Veterinary Medicine by incorporating Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine practices through a holistic approach. I hope to be able to use acupuncture to help heal and support our hospitalized patients and serve our community to provide a holistic approach to treat the total well-being of the animal throughout their happy life.” Call if you need us … we can help! Contact our Frederick location at 301.200.8185 Contact our Richmond location at 804.206.9122 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #veterinaryacupuncture

Time to find out who our third winner is for our Partner Puzzle contest. One more chance is left to win. If you haven't posted your puzzle yet - don't delay! #partnervesc #wecanhelp

We had a great time at Fetch a Cure’s Fetch Fest in Richmond! Our team braved the weather, including Frederick's Dr. Silver, who participated in Dunk A Doc! to help raise money to further pet cancer awareness, education, and treatment. What a sport! #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp

It's time to find out who the second winner of the Partner Puzzle contest will be... Good luck to all of the practices that entered. Don't forget - you only need to enter once to be in our contest. There are two more chances to win!

It's time to find out who the first winner of the Partner Puzzle contest will be... Good luck to all of the practices that entered. Don't forget - you only need to enter once to be in our contest. There are three more chances to win!

This sweet little pup is Casey, a 5-month-old female chocolate lab who came to our ER in respiratory distress and was intubated due to marked swelling around her throat. The headphones worn by Casey played ambient noise to help keep her quiet during the sedated procedure. Casey underwent a CT scan the next day and was treated for bacterial cellulitis. While the doctors were initially concerned that she might need a temporary tracheostomy due to the severity of the swelling, she responded positively to medication and was discharged on the third day. The second photo shows a happier Casey with Dr. Lauterstein, Peyton, VA, Meg, RVT, and Dr. McCorkle. Call if you need us … we can help. 301-200-8185 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #wecanhelp

🌟 Exciting News from Partner Veterinary!! 🌟 As we continue our commitment to reimagining the veterinary profession and investing in the future of our care teams, we are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our leadership team, Kelly Cronin. Kelly is stepping into the newly created role of VP of Operations! Kelly is a powerhouse of knowledge and experience, and we couldn't be happier to welcome her aboard. With a deep-rooted passion for veterinary medicine that began with volunteer work, Kelly has honed her skills and expertise through the years. Her expertise in Emergency and Critical Care is marked by her VTS certification, which she achieved in 2013. Kelly's dedication to personal growth led her to achieve a Certified Professional in Human Resources designation in 2010 and an MBA from Mississippi State University in 2012. As the creative mind and leader behind VetTechLife CE on the Sea, Kelly unites industry professionals for educational adventures. Through Success Strategies University, she offers online courses to guide colleagues in management and financial wellness. Most recently Kelly was responsible for leading the financial and cultural growth of 16 veterinary specialty and emergency hospitals in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Outside of her professional endeavors, she advocates for more practical women's clothing, is a creator of dream vacation rentals, a DIY enthusiast, an avid reader and writer of sci-fi, a horseback rider, and a runner. Please join us in giving Kelly a warm welcome. Cheers to new beginnings and exciting adventures ahead! 🥳🐾 #NewHire #VeterinaryLeadership #TeamGrowth #VPofOperations #WelcomeKellyCronin #InnovativeLeaders #VeterinaryMedicine #ContinuousLearning #SuccessStrategies #VetTechLife #LeadershipDevelopment

Congratulations to Lindsey for passing her Veterinary Technician National Exam! Way to go! 🎉 #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #wecanhelp #vettech

Please help us congratulate Alex (left) and Katie (right) in their new roles as Neurology Team Advocate and Internal Medicine/Oncology Team Advocate, respectively. Both have been instrumental in getting their departments up and running smoothly in the hospital. They’ve also been regularly involved in supporting our ER team when extra help is needed and have cross-trained in Surgery and Imaging. We look forward to having both Alex and Katie supporting our collaborative environment as Team Advocates! * And we can’t forget Willow, who made a guest appearance! * #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #wecanhelp

Celebrating our superheroes in Richmond! Yesterday marked our first 90 days of serving Richmond and the surrounding communities. We are so proud of our team and the care they have provided so far! Keep up the good work! #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp

Just a reminder ... clocks spring forward tonight. Woo hoo! #partnerveterinaryfrederick #frederickMD #partnerveterinaryrichmond #RVA #wecanhelp #daylightsavings

In honor of Leap Year, enjoy these leaping dogs and cats! #leapyear #partnerveterinary #wecanhelp