Locust Grove Veterinary Clinic

07/02/2025

07/01/2025

We have to thank all of the people who train their dogs for search work and to their wonderful dogs.
Scent work is such a big joy for dogs, they absolutely love it. For pet dogs it helps with focus, calmness, and is one of the best ways to enrich their lives. Fun for us, too, (and utilitarian when you teach them to find your missing keys).

💔 𝗜𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗞𝟵 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗖 💔
The Dog That Started It All

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of K9 Magic, the beloved founding dog of Professional Pet Trackers, whose nose, heart, and spirit helped reunite hundreds of families with their missing pets. K9 Magic passed peacefully, surrounded by those who loved her most.

Magic was more than a tracking dog—she was a trailblazer. Her incredible instincts, intelligence, and unwavering dedication laid the foundation for what would become one of the most trusted pet recovery organizations in the country. It was her very first track that sparked a movement, turning heartbreak into hope for so many.

Over the years, Magic became a legend in the field—her story told in classrooms, news interviews, and homes across the East Coast and Midwest. Her pawprints are etched not just in the ground she searched but in the hearts of every family she helped. She trained generations of scent-specific K9s who proudly follow in her footsteps, and her legacy lives on through every reunion we witness today.

Magic was not just our teammate—she was our teacher, our inspiration, and our heart. The magic was real. The science was proven. But it was her soul that made the difference.

Rest well, sweet girl. You’ve earned it. We’ll carry your legacy forward—nose to the ground, heart on the mission.

“Hope Has a Nose—and It Started with You.”
Forever Found. Forever Loved.

06/29/2025

🐾 𝗞𝟵 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗟𝗘𝗬 𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗡𝗝𝗢𝗬 𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗢𝗢!! 𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝟰𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 🇺🇸🎆

🐶 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲
Double-check fences, doors, and windows. Fireworks = flight risk!

🆔 𝗧𝗮𝗴 & 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗽
Make sure your pet’s ID tags are up to date. Microchip? Even better.

🏠 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲
Loud booms are scary—give them a safe, cozy space indoors.

🎶 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀
A fan, TV, or calming playlist can help drown out fireworks.

🐾 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆
A good walk or playtime before dark helps burn anxious energy.

💊 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗲𝘁
Have a nervous pup? Ask about calming supplements or meds in advance.

🍗 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗕𝗤 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀
No bones, greasy meats, or corn cobs. Stick to pet-safe treats!

🚫 𝗡𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀
They might look fun, but they’re toxic if chewed.

🎇 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄
Leave pets at home if you’re heading to a fireworks display.

📸 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗽 𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗶𝗰 𝗡𝗼𝘄
Just in case—have a recent photo in case they slip away.

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🐕‍🦺 𝑊𝑖𝑡𝘩 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 & 𝑐𝑎𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝐾9 𝐹𝑖𝑛𝑙𝑒𝑦 & 𝑡𝘩𝑒 Professional Pet Trackers 𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑚

06/28/2025

Meet Helix, a handsome 1.5-year-old male Australian Shepherd/Pyrenees mix weighing 65lbs. This gorgeous boy was brought in as a supposedly "FOUND" stray, he had wandered into the property and they had been caring for him for 2 weeks before they brought him to us. Despite his past, Helix is a very affectionate and curious dog who is just looking for a patient and understanding home to call his own.

Although he may seem shy at first, Helix quickly becomes your best friend once he gets to know you. He loves to please his humans and is always up for a good playtime session. Helix is quite active and enjoys exploring the outdoors, but can also be a bit shy in new situations. With some time and patience, he will surely blossom into a confident and outgoing pup!

Helix has done well with most of the dogs he has met here at the shelter and was around children while he was being cared for by the family that found him.

Helix has been neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested, dewormed, and brought current on all his vaccinations. He’s also on monthly flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives.

To Apply for Adoption/Foster please copy and paste the following link:
https://orangecountyva.gov/158/Animal-Shelter

06/28/2025

🤣🤣That’s pretty much how it works🤣

06/27/2025

🐾 MYTH BUSTER TIME 🐾

"Rescue dogs with mystery breeds are harder to train."
❌ Not true!

Every dog—whether a purebred or a delightful mystery mix—comes with their own personality, experiences, and learning style. What matters most isn’t their breed label, but the relationship we build with them through trust, communication, and play. 💙

At Cool Dog Crew, we know that rescue dogs can be just as focused, fun, and trainable as any other dog. Let’s toss out the old myths and start celebrating the uniqueness of every pup—no matter where they came from or what breed box they do (or don’t!) check. 🐶✨

Tell us: Have you ever had a rescue dog surprise you with how awesome they are?

06/25/2025

WiFi and phones are out at the clinic. Email [email protected] if you need help.

06/23/2025

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06/22/2025

Crate games are so helpful. At $20 for 30 days access, $30 for a whome year, this is a super bargain! Once you finish crate games, Susan will move you on to the next layer of learning.