VCA Highlands Ranch Animal Specialty & Emergency Center

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.

11/08/2024

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

11/07/2024

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!

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.

10/17/2024

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

10/14/2024

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!

10/10/2024

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.

10/08/2024

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

🍁📸: East Islip Animal Hospital

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.

10/01/2024

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

06/28/2024

https://youtu.be/vTQ06Fdk6ww?si=dUEpGf9uRw2-pCPb

It’s undeniable: Pets truly make the world a better place. That’s why we’re inspired to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS, a world where they’re healthy, happy an...

06/27/2024

We will remain open for the Fourth of July!

Happy Birthday America! We will remain open 24 hours / 7 Days a week for all of your urgent and emergency pet care needs!

We appreciate your trust in our team!

"...happiness depends more upon the internal frame of a persons own mind—than on the externals in the world"

06/18/2024

All ready a CareClub Member? Look below for a potentially limited time offer on Emergency & Specialty Services! NOT a CareClub Member? Call ANY of our VCA locations to find out how to get signed up TODAY! CareClub is really a Win-Win-Win situation!

06/10/2024

Pets Live Long & Pawsper with Regular Dental Visits!

Dr. Roxane H. MacLellan, DVM, Diplomate AVDC

Dr. “Mac” has been focused on dentistry and oral surgery since 2006. She taught veterinary dentistry and oral surgery at Colorado State University and at the University of Minnesota. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2002 from the Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. After graduating she practiced small animal medicine, dentistry, exotic animal medicine, acupuncture and surgery. In 2020, Dr. MacLellan joined the VCA Highlands Ranch Animal Specialty & Emergency Center, in Colorado. She and her team are especially excited to continue providing dentistry and oral surgery services to the Denver area.

Endodontics
Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthodontics
Periodontal Disease
Prosthodontics
Exodontics

05/29/2024

PARASITE PREVENTION

1. Prevention Is a Year-Round Commitment Many parasites once thought to be active only in the summer months now pose a year-round threat. Every team member can take an active role in improving compliance by encouraging a Home Delivery subscription.

2. Spread Love, Not Bugs Pets are closer to us than ever, offering comfort and joy, but that closeness is also a potential source of zoonotic and vector-borne disease. Making clients aware of the risks can help motivate them to work with you to develop an effective parasite prevention strategy.

3. One Infected Pet Puts Others at Risk Pet owners may be unaware that visiting the dog park or boarding their cat can expose their pets to parasites spread by other animals. Equally important, their pets can be a source of parasite infestation. Look for “teachable moments” during routine exams to explain how clients can best protect their pets and community.

4. New Pests on the Block Heartworm disease and ticks are venturing into new territories, putting more pets at risk. Through client education and parasite prevention protocols, we make a vital difference in helping clients safeguard their pets from these new threats.

05/22/2024

Our Emergency Room WILL be open on Memorial Day.

5640 County Line Pl, #1 Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 303-740-9595

05/13/2024

Hello,

At VCA Highlands Ranch, we are dedicated to providing exemplary care to every pet that passes through our doors. We recognize that practicing the highest quality of veterinary medicine is a mission both our hospitals share and are honored to serve as a trusted referral partner.
However, by the time these patients reach us, it is often too late. Without financial protection against unexpected illnesses and injury, care becomes dictated by a client’s ability to pay treatment costs upfront.
While education on the importance of insurance is critical, it is also essential to consider how the insurance works. At a time when 40% of Americans cannot afford to cover an unplanned $1,000 expense, many clients simply cannot pay upfront and wait for reimbursement. For this reason, our hospital has decided to accept Trupanion as a payment type at checkout, leaving clients responsible only for their portion of the bill. In many cases, it has been the difference between a patient receiving treatment, or their family leaving with an empty collar.

We appreciate your support and continued partnership, and are hopeful that together, we can make significant strides in this critical area of responsible pet ownership.

Questions? We have answers! Give us a call at 303-740-9595 or go to https://www.trupanion.com today!

Once your pet is covered with Trupanion’s one simple plan, you never have to worry about a surprise vet bill for any new, unexpected illnesses or injuries.

05/07/2024

Treatment of Acute Pancreatitis in Dogs

Disease severity for acute pancreatitis in dogs can vary widely. Treatment is largely supportive in nature, although a conditionally-approved therapy has recently become available that may alter the course of disease.

Clinical signs typically include some combination of anorexia, vomiting, weakness, abdominal pain, large-bowel diarrhea, and nausea.

VCA Highlands Ranch is open 24/7/365 If your dog is exhibiting any of the signs listed above, DO NOT HESITATE! Bring them in immediately.

5640 County Line Pl, #1 Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

303-740-9595

04/24/2024

Did you know:
Bulldogs are 14 times as likely to develop heat stroke than the average dog?

Yes, it’s true, our “squished nose” furry friends are more likely to succumb to heat exhaustion and heat stroke than the average dog. To prevent this, there are a few things to keep in mind as we head into spring this year.
1) Heat stroke occurs most commonly in the late spring and early summer months when dogs are not yet acclimated to the warmer weather.
2) There are TWO types of heat stroke which may occur:
a) Classical- meaning the pet is simply in an environment that is warm and humid
b) Exertional-meaning the pet is moving about, exercising
3) The common heat dissipation mechanisms in dogs fail around 89 degrees, which only allows heat to leave the body through panting.
To protect your pet, don’t ever leave him or her in a car on a warm day with the windows up. Even with the windows down, the temperature inside the car can soar on a warm day within minutes. Try to walk or exercise in the early morning hours or late evening hours to prevent exertional heat stroke. Always provide plenty of water, shade and rest if you are out on a warm day enjoying the sunshine and don’t push Fido to run or walk if he or she isn’t feeling well out there.

Danielle Williams DVM, DACVECC
VCA Highlands Ranch Animal Specialty & Emergency Center

04/23/2024

If you suspect that your pet has been poisoned, DO NOT hesitate! Call us or come in immediately!
303-740-9595

5640 County Line Pl. #1 Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

04/22/2024

$5500.00 TPLO (through) Labor Day Special !

Now through Labor Day, VCA Highlands Ranch and our Surgical Services Team is offering this amazing special.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

SURGERY
HOSPITALIZATION
PRE-OP BLOOD WORK
POST-OP X RAYS
POST-OP RE-CHECKS
COLD COMPRESSION

Contact us TODAY to get scheduled !

04/15/2024

Straight Outta Surgery!

We are pleased to announce that Dr. DiGiovanni has achieved ACVS board certification. Dr. DiGiovanni returned at the end of February after taking 10 weeks off to study for her 2 day certification test. ACVS stands for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons; veterinarians who wish to further their surgical training after graduating veterinary school enter into internships and three years of residency in order to be eligible for board certification.

Dr. DiGiovanni is now back full time as a board certified veterinary surgeon and is ready to see your pet!

04/02/2024

It has been just over a year since we have reopened to full 24/7 service after COVID and we are going strong! Our Emergency Room/ICU is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! With our Specialty Physicians being available for consultation Monday-Thursday from 8am - 6pm! We offer Specialty Veterinary Services in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Dentistry & Dental Surgery, and Oncology. In addition, we have numerous brands of prescription food for all your dog and cats dietary needs, right here in the hospital! Located conveniently in Highlands Ranch, right off County Line Road, servicing Littleton, Centennial, Englewood, Castle Pines, Parker, Castle Rock and beyond. Our highly trained medical team provides professional and compassionate veterinary care day and night. If your Pet needs or you suspect that they may need medical attention, don't delay! Call or come in immediately! 303-740-9595

VCA Highlands Ranch Patients are Happy Pets!

03/28/2024

Peyton, a patient of Dr. Winbourne & Dr. Williams, "loves coming into VCA Highlands Ranch, they treat him like their own dog and he gets so excited when I bring him in..." ~ Peyton's Dad.

Our ER/ICU is open 24/7 and our Specialty Physicians are taking appointments Monday - Thursday 8am - 6pm

02/20/2024

Please help us congratulate Tiger on finishing his vaccine protocol for his oral melanoma! He is such a brave boy!

01/12/2024

While the seasons continue to change, it's always important to keep your pet safe from the elements. Our winter safety tips will help your pets stay safe and warm, regardless of the weather!

08/18/2023

This is Argus, who is without question the sweetest Chow Chow who ever lived. Argus’ pet parents noticed late one night that he was retching and his abdomen seemed to be distended. They called VCA Highlands Ranch Animal Specialty and Emergency Center, and the client service representative on duty asked them to come in right away. When they arrived at the clinic, veterinary technicians were there at the ready with a gurney to rush Argus to the treatment area, as they were worried that he had a twisted stomach (GDV). Their hunch proved to be correct, the overnight emergency team took x-rays which confirmed the diagnosis and at the same time they started immediate treatments that stabilized him for surgery. A short time later, the emergency surgeon on call, Dr. DiGiovanni, and her emergency anesthetist had arrived and were ready to start Argus’ lifesaving surgery. With the skill and care of his surgery team, Argus made it through the procedure and initial recovery with flying colors. But then, the next morning, his recovery seemed to be going in the wrong direction. Through the quick thinking of his care team, x-rays were taken and he was found to have pneumonia post operatively. He was also suspected to have bacteria in his bloodstream (sepsis) due to his weakened immune system after surgery. He was managed by the ICU/Critical Care team of incredible doctors and nurses led by Dr. Williams, our Critical Care specialist, and emergency doctors, Dr. Young, Dr. Feinzig, Dr. Cromwell and Dr. Winborne for another 5 days, with around the clock care. With the dedicated care of his doctors and nursing staff he was able to overcome his life threatening infection and go home with his wonderful family! Argus’ story does not end there however. During his initial emergency exam a small black mass was found on the surface of his tongue. Once Argus had fully recovered from his GDV surgery and subsequent pneumonia, Argus came to see our Dentistry service. Dr. MacLellan peformed a dental cleaning and biopsied the mass on his tongue. Despite the hopes of everyone in the hospital that the mass would be benign, Argus’ tumor was malignant melanoma, which can be an aggressive tumor in dogs. Argus next came to see the Oncology service and Dr. Hafeman to discuss his next steps. Comprehensive testing was done to ensure that his tumor had not spread, and he was started on immunotherapy treatments to help his immune system fight his cancer without chemotherapy. We are happy to report that Argus is currently cancer free, and his wonderful pet parents are happy to report he is better than ever! Argus’ story highlights the many services that we offer at VCA Highlands Ranch Animal Specialty and Emergency Center. From Emergency care and Surgery, to Intensive and Critical Care, Dentistry, Oncology and also Internal Medicine and Ophthalmology, we have the specialists and care to take care of your pet’s needs with a caring and collaborative environment. Don’t hesitate to call anytime 24/7 if you think your pet needs medical care and we will work hard to try to make sure your pet’s story has a happy ending like Argus!

07/30/2023

Today is the Day of Friendship. Will you be doing anything special for your friends today. Share your ideas in the comments!

07/26/2023

Today is National Dog Photography Day. Please share your best photos!

07/18/2023

July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month.
Did you now that while humans bodies are nearly 60% water, dog and cat bodies are nearly 80% water. Since hydration is so important, here are 3 tips to help keep your pet hydrated.

1. Offer fresh water at all times. Keep multiple bowls available and replace the water at least once per day.

2. Place ice cubes in the water to entice your pet to drink more.

3. Add water to their food at meals to increase their daily water intake.

06/25/2023

Tomorrow is Take Your Dog to Work Day. Make sure to take photos and share!

06/21/2023

Today is National Selfie Day! Let's see those selfies!