Bluegrass Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency

01/11/2025

Pet parents, winter is here! Before you go out adventuring, pack accordingly and remember that extreme cold can be dangerous for both you and your furry friends.

Temperature: Small dogs or dogs with thin coats may start to become uncomfortable in temperatures below 45°F. You can try a jacket or dog coat to help keep in their body temp. Its best to find a waterproof one.

Signs of discomfort: Watch for signs that your dog is too cold, such as shivering, whining, a lowered tail, slowing down, or seeking warmth.

Ice balls: Trim the hair between your dog's toes to prevent ice balls from forming.

Boots: Consider boots for your dog if you'll be hiking on hard surfaces that could cause paw pad injuries.

P**p bags: Always bring p**p bags and pack out the waste.

Hydration: Bring fresh water for yourself and your fur-friend. A collapsible bowl is easy enough to tote along and remember, eating snow is not enough for our 4-legged companions.

01/09/2025

Each year our team recognizes a CSR of the Year. Working the front desk at any veterinary clinic or hospital isn't easy. These individuals juggle many tasks with a smile on their face. They provide a valuable support to the flow of the hospital by providing a range of administrative and customer service tasks.

We are thrilled to announce this honor went to Priscila!! Priscila continually goes above and beyond demonstrating unwavering dedication and kindness in her role. Priscila brings a genuine and compassionate approach to her interactions with clients and is a bright light within BVS + AE.

Priscila joined us almost a year ago and would love to find herself eventually living in a house full of cats. She enjoys DIY Projects, playing board games and listening to true crime podcasts.

Congratulations to Priscila on being recognized as our 2024 CSR of the Year!!!

01/08/2025

Each year our team comes together and nominates one of our DVMs for Veterinarian of the Year. This DVM is recognized for her exceptional compassion towards animals and their owners, strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, adaptability to complex situations, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuing education.

We are proud to announce that this honor went to Emergency Department DVM, Dr. Whitney Jones!! Dr. Jones continually practices high standards of veterinary medicine while offering empathy and care in all of her interactions.

Dr. Jones is a Grayson, Kentucky native that has previously worked in general practice as well as a low-cost spay and neuter clinic. She completed her undergraduate education at Morehead State University, and graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She joined our BVS + AE team full time a year ago.

Dr. Jones enjoys seeing and treating many species - especially exotics! Her love for exotics extends into her personal life where, in addition to her cats and dogs, she owns various reptiles, aquatic animals, and a tarantula.

We are happy to announce that Dr. Jones is now providing treatment and stabilization for exotic pets during her shifts, including parrots, reptiles, small mammals, rabbits and ferrets. Please be sure to call ahead for her availability.

Congratulations to Dr. Whitney Jones on being recognized as our 2024 Veterinarian of the Year!!!

01/08/2025

As the days grow colder, remember to safely store and keep pets away from any automotive fluids like antifreeze, also known as ethylene glycol.

The lethal dose of antifreeze for dogs is 3 to 4 teaspoons, and for cats it's 1 to 2 teaspoons.

Signs of antifreeze poisoning include:
*Vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive thirst
*Large amounts of urine
*Depression, lethargy, and lack of coordination
*Rapid breathing and heart rate
*Seizures, coma, and death

If you suspect your pet has licked antifreeze, please call our team right away at 859-268-7604.

01/07/2025

Ice melt products are commonly used on sidewalks and driveways in colder months. After walks, take a moment and check your pet's paws for any irritation.

01/07/2025

Baby, it's cold outside! When the weather is inclement, keep your pet occupied indoors with fun activities like puzzles, toys, or even a play date.

01/05/2025

01/05/2025

🌟 Attention everyone: For the safety of our doctors and staff, we will be closed on Sunday, January 5th, and Monday, January 6th. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope everyone stays safe during this time. Thank you for your understanding! 🌟

12/31/2024

Thank you to all of those who helped us make 2024 a great year! We look forward to continuing to provide Lexington and our surrounding communities with excellent veterinary specialty and emergency care in the 2025 year.

Should an emergency arise with your four legged friend during your New Year's Eve celebrations, please call our clinic at 859-268-7604 and one of our staff members will be happy to assist you.

We are always open 24/7 for your pets emergency treatment and care!

12/25/2024

We wish all of our clients and patients a Merry Christmas !

We have a full staff here at BVS + AE celebrating together and waiting to provide you and your pets with the best emergency care possible, if the need arises.

Should your pet have a medical emergency, please give us a call at 859-268-7604 and one of our exceptional CSRs will be happy to guide you on the next steps and alert our team of your pet’s arrival.

We are here 24/7 to provide assistance and care through the late night hours and holidays.

And, now that many morning festivities are over, remember small toys and batteries can pose a hazard to your furry friends. Keep vapes and medications also out of reach of nosy noses! And in the kitchen and around the table, foods such as bacon, grapes and bones can result in an unexpected trip to the ER for your four legged family member.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday at home with your family and fur-kids!

12/12/2024

Congratulations to Jennifer, our Hero of the Month!!!

Jennifer joined BVS + AE in October of 2023 as a Receptionist.

Originally from Nicholasville, she attended Bluegrass Community and Technical College.

Jennifer's lives with her 7 dogs: Buck, Sophie, Riley, Scrappy, Izzy, Lola and Ruby.

Her favorite things about working at BVS + AE is connecting with her work family and seeing all of our sweet patients.

In her down time, Jennifer enjoys painting, hiking, and spending the summer at the pool.

Jennifer's 5 year plan is to continue with us at BVS + AE and become a home owner!

Thank you Jennifer for being our Hero of the Month!!!!

11/28/2024

We wish all of our clients and patients a Happy Thanksgiving!

We have a full staff here at BVS + AE celebrating together and waiting to provide you and your pets with the best emergency care possible, if the need arises. Should your pet have a medical emergency, please give us a call at 859-268-7604 and one of our exceptional CSRs will be happy to guide you on the next steps and alert our team of your pet’s arrival. We are here 24/7 to provide assistance and care through the late night hours and holidays.

And, remember, pancreatitis is not only uncomfortable for your pet but also your wallet! Avoid offering your pets ham, turkey or chicken skin, and bacon. Additionally raw and cooked bones, raisins/grapes, alcoholic beverages, chocolate and other sweets containing xylitol can often result in a visit to us.

We are thankful for each of you and hope you are able to enjoy this Day of Thanks at home with your family and fur-kids!

10/29/2024

Some of our staff pets are participating in a costume contest!! Please vote for your favorite costume!! Simply like 👍 the staff's pet photo in order to vote. Voting will close 11pm on Thursday (10/31). Hope you enjoy these cute pics!!!!

10/23/2024

We will be celebrating Dia de los Meurtos this year in our hospital with an altar to honor deceased pets from October 25th to November 3rd.

The Day of the Dead is a holiday traditionally celebrated October 31st - November 2nd. During these days, people gather to pay respects and remember friends and family members who have died.

We are wanting to offer the community a place to commemorate their deceased pets by setting this altar for celebrating through our sadness. We have 4x6" frames available for use or you can bring your own framed photo.

Additionally we ask that your offerings be in the form of a donation to Lexington Humane Society. Currently they are in need of: Purina Dog Chow (Chicken Flavor), Milk Bone Pill Pouches and Soft canine training treats, such as Moist & Meaty as well as Purina Cat Chow (Chicken Flavor), Paté-Style Wet Cat Food and Unscented Cat Litter. (They exclusively feed the Purina chicken flavor chows.) A more complete list can be found at https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/ways-to-give/our-wish-list/

Our hope is to help everyone process their grief and celebrate the pets that have brought so much happiness into our lives.

You can do your part for Lexington Humane Society by donating an item from our Wish List. Our furry friends rely on the compassion and generosity of you, the community, and we couldn’t continue our mission without your support.

10/22/2024

Congratulations to Kirsten, our Hero of the Month!!!

Kirsten joined BVS + AE in 2022 as an ER Technician and has recently become the lead of our Internal Medicine Department.

Originally from Somerset, Kirsten holds a BS in Animal Science and hopes to travel more while owning her own hobby farm.

Kirsten has a golden/lab mix named Asher , her cats Sparrow, Yardstick, Crookshanks and a bunch of farm critters.

Her favorite thing about working at BVS + AE is helping animals heal and return to their loving families.

In her down time, Kirsten enjoys hiking, traveling, visiting Theme Parks, reading, and farming.

Kirsten gives back to the community through her support of the Lexington Humane Society.

Thank you Kirsten for being our Hero of the Month!!!!

10/19/2024

Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week!!

Taylor joined the BVS + AE team earlier this year. She is currently enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College.

Taylor has a menagerie that includes 5 chickens, 10 goats, 2 dogs, 2 ducks and 2 cats.

Originally from Harrodsburg, Ky, Taylor spends her time working her farm when she isn't in school or working here.

Thank YOU for all you do!

10/19/2024

Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week!!

Lisa grew up in Clarkston, MI and holds a MS in Homeland Security and Chemistry.
She served in the US Army for 13 years with tours in Afghanistan and Irag. (Thank you for your service!) She now works overnights in our ER Department.

Lisa's fur family includes 9 Great Danes (Sleeve, Capone, Lou, Ranger, Mona, Rosie, Patches, Storm, Stripe, Leader), a German Shepherd (Ragnar), a Pitbull (Xena), and two cats (Mamma , Tiger).

Lisa loves being a voice for those who do not have one. Her favorite part about working in the ER Department is she never knows what is going to come in next and the opportunity it provides to see so many different cases.

Outside of BVS, Lisa's hobbies include reading, cooking, hiking, horseback riding, and activities with her dogs.

Thank YOU for all you do!

10/19/2024