Locust Grove Veterinary Clinic

11/14/2025

Gray whiskers, golden hearts. 🤍 Senior pets may show their age, but they’re full of wisdom and love. 🐾

11/13/2025

Susan Garrett of DogsThat.com has great podcasts. You can watch, listen, or read the transcripts. So much good learning!

Helping senior dogs live their best lives starts with simple, intentional choices that nurture their body, mind, and heart. In this episode, I’m sharing the ...

11/12/2025

November is Senior Pet Health Month! 🐶🐱 Just like people, senior pets need extra TLC 💙. Regular check-ups help them age gracefully and comfortably.

11/11/2025

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11/11/2025

Honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. 🐾 Thank you for your service and dedication. ❤️

11/10/2025

This isn’t a common condition, but it can be devastating if not caught early. Dr. Storey has personal experience with it. You can find more information at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=5511092

A mysterious and often fatal condition called gallbladder mucocele has puzzled veterinarians for decades. Now, Dr. Jody Gookin and her team have discovered that it’s linked to malfunction of the CFTR protein, the same protein involved in cystic fibrosis in humans.

This is the first known “cystic fibrosis-like” disease in dogs that isn’t caused by a genetic mutation, but instead develops over time. The finding opens entirely new avenues for understanding, preventing, and treating this life-threatening disease.

It’s a remarkable leap forward in both veterinary medicine and our understanding of shared biology between dogs and humans.

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11/10/2025

Behind every great veterinary team is a practice manager who keeps everything running smoothly. 🐾💼 Thank you for all you do to support our pets and teams!

11/07/2025

Cold weather doesn’t mean less activity! 🐾
Keep pets healthy and happy with indoor games, puzzle feeders, and brisk winter walks.🚶‍♀🐕

11/05/2025

November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month. 🩸
Did you know both cats and dogs can develop diabetes?
With early detection and proper management, pets can live long, happy lives. 🐶🐱

11/04/2025

We had a patient who had 2 prior microchips migrate. We microchipped for the 3 rd time. All 3 were registered.

This is an X-ray of a dog’s bent front leg. See that tiny white spec? That’s a microchip! It has migrated down the leg....far from where it was inserted, between the dog’s shoulders. This is actually quite common.....

When lost pets are scanned, the entire body SHOULD be scanned to catch any that have migrated. But, as an owner, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AT THEIR YEARLY VET EXAM, to ask for a quick scan to make sure that: (1) the chip is still working, (2) the location of the chip is good, and (3) that the chip info is correct.

Remember microchips save lives and reunite families with their pet.... just have it checked regularly!

11/04/2025

She’s beautiful!

***ADOPTED

🎃 Kimber – 45 Pounds of Happy Chaos

Why did Kimber get kicked out of the haunted house?
Because she thought all the ghosts wanted to play fetch! 👻🎾

At almost 10 months old, this gorgeous 45-lb mix (Spaniel? Flat-Coated Retriever? 100% Fun?) is a walking ray of sunshine wrapped in fur. She’s playful, goofy, and has a puppy grin that could melt a vampire’s heart. 🧛‍♂️💛

Kimber’s still learning her house manners — she just needs a little patience, structure, and plenty of love to go with all that enthusiasm. She’s the kind of girl who’ll turn any ordinary day into an adventure.

If you’re looking for the treat at the end of the trick, Kimber’s ready to bring the joy (and maybe your shoe). 🐾✨

https://orangecountyva.gov/159/Pet-Adoption-Foster-Care-Information

11/03/2025

Don’t forget to adjust your clocks ⏰!

Pets thrive on routine, and daylight savings can shift their feeding and walking schedules.

🐾 A little consistency goes a long way for their well-being. 💙