VRCC - Veterinary Referral & Critical Care

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VRCC - Veterinary Referral & Critical Care

Emergency and specialty veterinary care in Richmond's West End.
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If your pet has a chronic disease or life threatening injury, you can turn to a VRCC specialist who spends every day diagnosing and treating animals with your pet's specific illness. Our veterinary experts and advanced technology give your pet the best chance of a happy, healthy recovery.

12/15/2025

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12/12/2025

Meet Molly Mae!

Molly Mae is a 13-yearold yorkie who has been seeing Dr. Fallin in Internal Medicine for management of lymphangiectasia since 2022.

Lymphangiectasia affects the lymphatic vessels inside the intestines, causing them to leak fluid and proteins. This can lead to low blood protein levels and digestive concerns. Managing this condition takes ongoing monitoring, specialized care, and plenty of support at home.

Molly Mae was looking good at her recheck appointment recently. She has gained a little bit of healthy weight and her albumin has improved since her last recheck but still remains slightly below normal.

Molly Mae will continue receiving supportive medical care, a gastrointestinal friendly diet, and regular monitoring to keep her comfortable and stable. She will return for updated bloodwork and imaging so we can keep a close eye on her progress.

We hope this sweet girl continues to do well!

12/11/2025

It's time to get into the holiday spirit!🎄

Tell us ONE naughty thing your pet has done this year.🤔

And if you have one NICE thing your pet has done, please share that too!

12/10/2025

Meet Lilly Truffle, a handsome 1-year-old Norwegian Forest Cat who came to see Dr. Van Beek on Emergency after his family noticed he was straining to urinate, going in and out of the litter box frequently, and vomiting at home. With his history of cystitis, his family knew these signs could mean trouble, so they brought him straight to VRCC.

On physical exam, Lilly Truffle was bright, alert, and acting like his sweet self. His vitals were normal, his abdomen was soft, and everything externally looked okay. When we examined his bladder, it felt small but very firm, and he strained with no urine produced. This can be a concerning finding in male cats. His urinalysis was consistent with feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) and a possible urinary tract infection.

The good news is that Lilly Truffle was able to pass urine with the help of a urinary catheter, which relieved the pressure in his bladder and allowed him to become more comfortable. Once he was stable and able to urinate on his own, he went home with antibiotics, pain medication, and instructions to continue his urinary diet.

FLUTD can be painful, frustrating, and often linked to stress or environmental factors. Male cats in particular have very narrow urethras, which means they are at higher risk for developing an obstruction. This is a true emergency, so Lilly Truffle’s family will be watching closely for any straining, crying, or changes in urine output.

We are so glad this sweet boy is feeling better and was able to head home to rest. We are sending lots of love to Lilly Truffle as he continues his recovery!

12/09/2025

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12/04/2025

❗❗❗As it gets colder, here is a reminder about the dangers of antifreeze or ethylene glycol toxicity. 👇👇👇

Unfortunately, it is DEADLY to pets if ingested. It progresses especially quickly in cats with Stage 3 occurring in Stage 2.

For dogs, the antidote must be administered within the first 8-12 hours of ingestion. For cats, that window is much smaller at only 3 hours. To make matters worse, these products have a sweet taste that pets can't resist.

This is why it is SO important to keep products containing ethylene glycol out of the reach of pets. Take a minute today or this weekend to go through your house and garage and ensure any products containing ethylene glycol are capped securely and well out of reach.

Check out this link from Pet Poison Helpline for more information: https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/antifreeze

12/03/2025

Suzy Q, a senior lady who was struggling with hind limb lameness and lower back pain, has been seeing Karen for rehabilitation since September. Through a combination of laser therapy and walks in the underwater treadmill, Suzy Q's mobility has improved and she is much more comfortable!

If you have an aging pet with arthritis or mobility problems, rehabilitation can be a great way to keep them active for as long as possible. Call us at (804)784-8722 for more information.

12/01/2025

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11/28/2025

This lovely kitty is Moxie!

Moxie is a 15-year-old sweetheart who came to see Dr. Olson on Emergency after her mom found her hiding under the guest bed the night before. She cried out like she was stuck there, which is something she never does.

By morning, she had gone to the bathroom outside the litter box and seemed painful and weak. Her family knew something wasn’t right, so they brought her straight to VRCC.

On physical exam, Moxie looked fairly normal. Her X-rays also did not show anything obvious. But her bloodwork told a very different story. She had a very low white blood cell count and signs of infection without the normal immune response. She also had a urinary tract infection and low potassium levels. She was treated as an outpatient and sent home with antibiotics.

A few days later, Moxie returned with a swollen hind foot, possibly due to a spider bite. This time her bloodwork had changed dramatically. Her liver values were extremely elevated, she was anemic, and her platelets were low. All of this pointed to a serious systemic illness that needed immediate care.

Moxie was hospitalized on IV fluids, antibiotics, GI support, and round-the-clock monitoring. Over the next three days, she slowly began to turn a corner. Her appetite returned, her bloodwork started improving, and her energy came back.

Today, Moxie is feeling much better and was able to head home with medications to support her healing. She has returned for recheck bloodwork which is steadily improving. We wish this sweet girl the best in her recovery!

11/27/2025

We hope everyone has a fun and safe Thanksgiving! 🦃

As a reminder, we are OPEN today for emergencies. Please call ahead if you can at (804)784-8722 as we may be seeing an increase in cases due to daytime practices closing for the holiday.

We will still be closing from 6pm on Saturday through 8am Monday morning.

Address

1596 Hockett Road
Manakin, VA
23103

Telephone

(804) 784-8722

Website

http://www.vrccvet.com/

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