Anicira

02/03/2025

Did you know February is Pet Dental Health Month? Submit a picture of your pet's smile to win:

1. First place prize of a $75 gift card to Anicira Veterinary Center
2. Second place prize of a $50 gift card to Petco!

To enter, please email ONE photo to [email protected] with the subject "Smile Contest" and your pet's name NOW through February 17th by 5PM. Voting will take place from February 19th through February 28th.

Have you examined your pet's teeth lately? Keeping your pet's smile healthy and bright takes care and attention. Poor dental health can be painful and can cause bacteria to spread to other areas of the body, including vital organs such as the kidneys and heart. You can keep your pet's teeth healthy by providing at-home dental care - such as brushing - and by having your pet's teeth evaluated and cleaned by a veterinarian. Is your pet struggling with bad breath, teeth discoloration, or mouth discomfort? Give us a call today to schedule a dental consultation.

01/30/2025

Say hello to Maggie! She had a very important procedure done several weeks ago called ovariohysterectomy (the fancy term for spay!) During her visit, she also got a topical flea/tick and heartworm application!

So here's a friendly reminder that it’s almost the first of the month, which means it's time for your pets' monthly flea/tick and heartworm prevention! Whether your pet spends all their time indoors or loves to explore the great outdoors, they BOTH need protection. Mosquitoes can still sneak inside, and fleas don’t care about your front door—they’ll invade your home any chance they get!

Not sure which preventative to use? No worries—talk to your vet at your pet’s annual exam. It’s the perfect time to get all your questions answered and keep your pet safe and healthy!

01/29/2025

Hi, friends! We're just 48 hours away from the closing of Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025 Readers’ Survey! Please consider voting for Anicira Veterinary Center. Help us maintain our position as the Best Veterinary Hospital in the Shenandoah Valley Region by casting your vote.

Here's how to vote:
1. Click this link to vote for Anicira: bit.ly/4fKQMSh
2. Sign in, if prompted
3. Vote away!

Your support means the world to us as we continue delivering exceptional care to pets in our community. Please encourage your friends and family to vote! Each person may submit one ballot.

The survey closes on January 31, 2025 at 11:59pm.

We're just a week away from the closing of Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025 Readers’ Survey! Please consider voting for Anicira Veterinary Center. Help us maintain our position as the Best Veterinary Hospital in the Shenandoah Valley Region by casting your vote.

Here's how to vote:
1. Click this link to vote for Anicira: bit.ly/4fKQMSh
2. Sign in, if prompted
3. Vote away!

Your support means the world to us as we continue delivering exceptional care to pets in our community. Please encourage your friends and family to vote! Each person may submit one ballot.
The survey closes on January 31, 2025 at 11:59pm.

01/28/2025

Happy Tuesday, folks! Meet Pumpkin, this little bundle of energy was so excited to be with us! A few weeks ago, he was neutered, received his vaccinations, and got microchipped. It was a big day!

While neutering (and spaying) are crucial for preventing overpopulation, vaccinations are just as important, even for indoor cats. Although some kitties never venture outside, others may escape through an open door or window. To keep them protected, it's essential to ensure they're up to date on their vaccinations. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about which vaccines are recommended for your cat!

01/24/2025

We're just a week away from the closing of Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025 Readers’ Survey! Please consider voting for Anicira Veterinary Center. Help us maintain our position as the Best Veterinary Hospital in the Shenandoah Valley Region by casting your vote.

Here's how to vote:
1. Click this link to vote for Anicira: bit.ly/4fKQMSh
2. Sign in, if prompted
3. Vote away!

Your support means the world to us as we continue delivering exceptional care to pets in our community. Please encourage your friends and family to vote! Each person may submit one ballot.
The survey closes on January 31, 2025 at 11:59pm.

01/22/2025

Say hello to Beatrice! This absolutely adorable girl was spayed several weeks ago thanks in part to Aidan's Friend Fund, which provides financial assistance to pet parents with veterinary care. (Check out our website for more information!)

During that procedure, Beatrice also got a free vaccine thanks to Petco Love, whose commitment to supporting local communities is evident in its mission to provide free vaccines to pets in need. Through its extensive network of partners and outreach initiatives, Petco Love aims to reduce barriers to pet healthcare, ensuring that more pets have access to the vital protection offered by vaccines. By offering these free vaccines, Petco Love helps prevent the spread of diseases such as rabies, parvovirus, and distemper, which can have serious consequences for both pets and public health. This initiative is a testament to their deep-rooted belief in the importance of community care and the well-being of animals everywhere.

01/16/2025

Good morning and happy Thursday! Meet Max, the scruffiest and sweetest boy around! Last month, Max had two important things taken care of: he was neutered and microchipped!

While neutering is essential for our pets' health and well-being, microchipping is equally important for their safety. Unlike collars or tags, a microchip provides a permanent form of identification. If a pet gets lost or separated from their owner, shelters and veterinary offices can scan the chip to quickly reunite them. This simple, non-invasive procedure significantly increases the chances of pets making it back home, giving pet parents peace of mind.

01/14/2025

Good morning and happy Tuesday!

Our January Employee Spotlight is on Patti, one of our incredible Veterinary Nurses! Patti has dedicated over a decade to working with animals and has been a valued member of the Anicira team for two years. One of the things she loves most about working here is the deep friendships and bonds she's formed with her coworkers. At home, Patti shares her life with her dog, Guinness, and a 5-month-old kitten named Nibbler, who had a bilateral enucleation last November. Be sure to say hello when you see her!

01/10/2025

As a nonprofit veterinary hospital, Anicira is committed to helping pets live happier and healthier lives by offering services that support pet families in need, including our twice-monthly free Pet Food Pantry. Last year, Anicira provided 355,766 free nutritious meals for pets to families in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County who qualified.

Our first pantry of 2025 will be this Saturday, 1/11 from 8AM-10AM. The weather forecast may be tricky but we will do our best to be ready to serve pantry clients as scheduled. If anything should change with that schedule, please look for updates here.

Our Pet Food Pantry is always in need of volunteers! If you are 18+ and would like to make a difference in the lives of pet families in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, please consider signing up for a volunteer shift or two that suits your schedule. Duties include loading food, checking clients in, and helping direct traffic. Thank you for your consideration and for spreading the word to others with a heart for service.

If you'd like to sign up to receive pet food through our Pet Food Pantry or volunteer to help, head to https://anicira.org/pet-food-pantry/ today!

01/09/2025

Happy Thursday, friends! It's that time of year! Please consider voting for Anicira Veterinary Center for Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025 Readers’ Survey! Help us maintain our position as the Best Veterinary Hospital in the Shenandoah Valley Region by casting your vote.

Here's how to vote:
1. Click this link to vote for Anicira: bit.ly/4fKQMSh
2. Sign in, if prompted
3. Vote away!

Your support means the world to us as we continue delivering exceptional care to pets in our community. Please encourage your friends and family to vote! Each person may submit one ballot.
The survey closes on January 31, 2025 at 11:59pm.

01/08/2025

Say hello to Freya, the 12-year-old warrior princess as her Dad lovingly described her! This sweet girl had her spleen removed several weeks ago after giving her humans quite a scare. Dad says she's bounced back to her old self quickly. "Now she's on the road to recovery with lots of Netflix, chill and treats."

We're thrilled to see and hear Freya is doing so well!

01/02/2025

Good morning and happy New Year! Our very first 2025 post is dedicated to sweet and shy Kenzie!

Two weeks ago, she had two very important things done: she was spayed and microchipped! We all know the importance of spaying your pets but microchipping them is also crucial for their safety and well-being. It provides a permanent form of identification that cannot be lost, unlike collars or tags. If a pet gets lost or separated from its pet parent, a microchip can help reunite them quickly, as animal shelters and veterinary offices can scan the chip to retrieve the pet parent's contact information. This simple, non-invasive procedure significantly increases the chances of pets being returned home, offering peace of mind to pet guardians.

12/26/2024

We hope our furry and non-furry friends alike enjoyed the holiday festivities! Today, we wanted to introduce you to Simba! This sweet and handsome fella had an important procedure performed several weeks ago; he was neutered! Simba's Mom says, "Simba is back to being his mischievous and silly self. You guys do a wonderful job with our pets."

Neutering male pets is important for several reasons. It helps prevent unwanted litters, reducing the number of animals in shelters and the overall pet overpopulation problem. Neutering can also lead to healthier pets, as it lowers the risk of certain health issues, such as testicular cancer and prostate problems. Additionally, it often reduces behavioral issues like aggression, roaming, and marking territory, leading to a more balanced and manageable pet.

Help spread the message to spay and neuter!!

12/24/2024

At Anicira, we are incredibly grateful for our wonderful pet parents. Your trust, love, and care for your pets mean so much to us, and it's a privilege to be part of their lives. We want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support.

We hope you have a joyful and peaceful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and precious moments with your furry friends!

12/23/2024

Anicira Harrisonburg will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as well as December 30th through January 1st. We will reopen on January 2nd at 7:00am.

Wishing all our friends a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and good health! Happy Holidays!

12/20/2024

This sweetheart of a cuddle bug is Jasper! This rambunctious kitten was neutered last week and received a FREE vaccine thanks to Petco Love!

Mom says, "Jasper is doing great post-surgery. He is still as spunky as ever. He loves a good nap but also loves to play with his 4 dog siblings. I think he thinks he is a dog cause a dog bone is his favorite toy and he will pick up his cat toys and carry them around the house to show them off. It’s hard to believe that a kitten from a barn cat litter could be so loving and become part of our family so easily."

We're thrilled Jasper recovered well and wish him and his family the happiest of Holidays!

12/19/2024

As a nonprofit veterinary center, Anicira believes in the power of partnership and collaboration to ensure that animals live happier and healthier lives.

The William H. Donner grant received by the Virginia Federation of Humane Societies is key to the success of our Transport Program, which provides vital spay and neuter surgeries to animals cared for under the Federation's programs.

We are grateful to work alongside such passionate and dedicated partners who share our vision of ending animal suffering and euthanasia in our communities.

Read more about the impact the William H. Donner grant is making in the article linked below:

A $35,000 grant from the William H. Donner Foundation is expanding critical animal welfare services in Virginia, helping organizations to increase access to spay/neuter programs and assist animals in need.

12/18/2024

It's the holiday season and Lilies are all around us! Though quite beautiful, ALL parts of the plant (stems, leaves, petals, pollen, etc) are highly toxic to pets, especially cats! While it isn't fully understood why, it is believed that when cats digest lilies their bodies create a toxic metabolite which can result in severe kidney injury. So, let's remind ourselves and our friends with pets to NOT have Lilies in our homes!

This brings us to Fish! This sweet fella was urgently rushed to Anicira last week because he was exposed to Lilies. Dr. Pedigo hospitalized Fish for observation for several days and collected blood samples to make sure his kidney values were stable. Thankfully, he showed no symptoms and is back home with his purr-ents!