Wholehearted Veterinary Care

25/06/2025

☀️🔥 Too Hot to Handle: Protect Your Pets from Heat Exhaustion! 🔥☀️

Summer is here, and while we love the sunshine, it can be dangerous for our furry friends! 🐶🐱 Pets are at risk for heat exhaustion and heatstroke, which can quickly become life-threatening.

🚨 Watch for signs of overheating:
• Excessive panting or drooling
• Lethargy or weakness
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Bright red gums or tongue
• Collapse or unresponsiveness

🐾 Tips to keep pets cool and safe:
• Always provide shade and fresh water
• Avoid outdoor activity during peak heat (10am–4pm)
• NEVER leave pets in a parked car — even for a minute!
• Be cautious on hot pavement — if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws!

If your pet shows any signs of heat exhaustion, treat it as an emergency. Rapid cooling and immediate veterinary care can save their life.

We’re here 24/7 to help. 🌙🌞
📞 Call us at 616-361-9911 any time, day or night.

📍Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids
🐾 Trusted. Compassionate. Always Open.

20/06/2025

10/06/2025

Handsome Margie got comfy mid-procedure and just did not want to move. His human says it's a favorite pose at home, too. Vet assistant Katie is happy to oblige with snuggles.

10/06/2025

We know that the bond we share with our pets is deep and lasting - and that saying goodbye never truly means letting go. Today, we honor the beloved pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Whether it's a favorite photo, a funny story, or just their name, we invite you to share a memory of your cherished companion in the comments below. 🕊️❤

09/06/2025

Regular care helps even the slow and steady stay healthy! This 30-year-old pet box turtle came in for his wellness exam, nail trim, and beak shaping today. 🐢

04/06/2025

RECALL ALERT - Spectrum Brands Pet LLC is voluntarily recalling its Tetra ReptoMin 3-In-1 SELECT-A-FOOD reptile food product intended for aquatic turtles due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The product is packaged in a plastic, 1.56oz container with a green label and a UPC Bar Code #: 0 46798 78626 9.

Only the product with a 951790 lot code of Tetra ReptoMin are impacted by this voluntary recall. The lot number can be found on the bottom of the plastic container. No other lots or product lines are affected and may continue to be consumed. MORE INFO: https://bit.ly/4jA7mGq

01/06/2025

Happy Pride Month from Wholehearted Veterinary Care! 🏳️‍🌈 We're proud to be a safe and welcoming space for all of our clients.

28/05/2025

In our version of the story, both the tortoise and the hare get excellent care. (Yes, it's actually a rabbit, but we couldn't resist the pun) 🐢🐇

27/05/2025

The day after a holiday is always full of pets who got into trouble while their humans were celebrating. Despite having an upset stomach, Pickles has zero regrets about his hearty helping of chicken p**p fertilizer. 🤢 Pickles was an excellent patient and will be feeling better soon, thanks to Dr. Malone and today's team.

26/05/2025

In honor of Memorial Day, Wholehearted Veterinary Care will be closed on Monday May 26th as we remember and give thanks to those who have served and sacrificed.

If your pet has a medical emergency while we are closed, please contact at (616) 361-9911 or at (616) 284-5300.