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VCA Gettysburg Road Animal Hospital

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VCA Gettysburg Road Animal Hospital

https://bit.ly/vcalegal Gettysburg Road Animal Hospital will treat your dog or cat like family. Call today! Your pet will be glad you did!
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Our dedicated staff and doctors are committed to your pets health. Choose from a wide variety of services and procedures including flea & tick treatment, dentistry, spay & neuter, and surgery.

08/23/2024

Blind Dog Day recognizes the courage, adaptability, and resilience of blind dogs, and the special bond they share with their owners.

Blind animals can be trained to localize and follow sounds such as clicks and whistles. In a household with more than one pet, a blind pet will often rely on another animal in the household to lead the way.

Do you have a blind dog? What helpful training tips can you share?

08/20/2024

VCA accepts the CareCredit credit card to help provide a full range of care and a flexible way to pay over time.

Learn more and see if you prequalify at https://gosyf.com/3UnNr3Y.

08/18/2024

🎒🐾 It's that time of year again—Back to School! Whether you're sending your little ones off to class or hitting the books yourself, don't forget to give your furry friends some extra love.

🐶❤️ From morning cuddles to after-school playtime, pets make every day a little brighter. Let's make this school year the best one yet—for both two-legged and four-legged family members!

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08/17/2024

Today is National Honey Bee Day!

Bees are part of the biodiversity on which we all depend for our survival. They pollinate about 80% of flowering plants, including over 130 types of fruits, nuts, and vegetables. They also produce honey, royal jelly, pollen, beeswax, propolis, and honey bee venom, which are all high-quality foods. Honey has medicinal properties that are used in apitherapy to treat human ailments.

As development increases, bee habitat decreases, with woods, trees, grassland and even gardens being destroyed or paved over. The rise in intensive farming methods has also left bees struggling. A staggering 97% of wildflower meadows have been lost since the 1930s, reducing an important food resource for bees. With pesticides and herbicides sprayed across many of the remaining plants, bees are losing more food or face poisoning themselves by feeding on what's left.

So how can you help??

🐝Plant pollinator-friendly plants: Plant a garden with flowers that bloom in different seasons to provide a food source for bees and increase the amount of flower-rich habitat in your area. You can also plant flowering trees, cover crops, or bee-friendly plants rich in pollen and nectar.

🐝Reduce pesticide use: Avoid using pesticides and herbicides, which can harm bees.

🐝Protect habitats: Protect important habitats for bees, such as ground nesting bees. You can also provide homes for bees to nest, such as bee hotels for solitary bees.

🐝Create a bee bath: Set up a bee bath filled with fresh water for bees to use.

🐝Advocate for legislation: Support legislation that's friendly to pollinators.

BZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ, 💗, the bees

08/17/2024

The hospital will be CLOSED today, Saturday August 17, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Monday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222

08/16/2024

Share your best animal jokes with us! 😹

08/16/2024

The office will be CLOSING at 12pm today. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will also be CLOSED tomorrow, Saturday August 17, 2024. We will re-open on Monday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222.

08/14/2024

Vaccines and Immunization are important and necessary to help prevent hospitalization and stress to your pet. Make sure to speak with your veterinarian on which vaccines are right for your pet's age and lifestyle.

08/13/2024

VCA accepts the CareCredit credit card to help provide a full range of care and a flexible way to pay over time.

Learn more and see if you prequalify at https://gosyf.com/3UnNr3Y.

08/13/2024

We're almost through the summer, but the heat is still here. Heatstroke is no joke! Look out for these signs to keep your pet cool this summer.

08/12/2024

World Elephant Day aims to bring more public awareness to the plight of both Asian and African elephants!

Did you know............

🐘Elephants live in close family groups
Elephants form strong bonds with their groups. They’re strongly social animals and will rest for longer if another elephant is also resting nearby.

🐘Elephants are individuals
Each elephant has their own personality. Their personality traits influence their social role within the herd and even how they try to solve problems.

🐘Elephants are playful
Elephants love to play, and not just as youngsters. Fully-grown elephants throw water into the air, roll on the ground, and even chase other animals simply for fun.

🐘Elephants are often exploited for tourism and entertainment industries. Well-meaning tourists are encouraged to take part in various activities with the elephants, such as rides, washing, bathing, and feeding. Although these seem harmless, being ridden is not natural elephant behavior. These tourist attractions often inflict significant suffering on the elephants involved.

🐘Elephants are hunted for ivory
Despite growing awareness of the true cost of ivory, it’s estimated that poachers still kill approximately 20,000 elephants every year for their tusks.
This level of killing may even be changing elephant genetics. Elephants in the wild are increasingly born with smaller tusks, or even tuskless. This is at least partly because individuals with larger tusks are removed from the gene pool by poachers.

08/10/2024

The hospital will be CLOSED today, Saturday August 10, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Monday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222

08/09/2024

Hikes are a great way to spend time with your pet, but they can pose some dangers.

If something pops up on your next hike, make sure to check out our VCA Urgent Care services.

Learn More: https://vcahospitals.com/urgent-care

08/09/2024

Today is National Book Lovers Day!

For our bookish friends......

📚What are you currenty reading or listening to?

📚What book can you read over and over again?

📚Who is your favorite author?

📚What book can you NOT get into no matter how hard you try?

📚Who is your most memorable animal character?

08/08/2024

Happy ! 🎉😺 To celebrate, we're spotlighting some of our Associates' adorable furry friends!

08/08/2024

Woke up this morning feline fine, it's International Cat Day! Me-ow!😻

These independent creatures offer offer companionship, unconditional love, entertainment, affection, lots of purring, comfortable silences and they're trainable!

They may knock things off of tables and prefer boxes to expensive cat trees, but that's just one of the many reasons we love them! They don't need to be walked, they don't howl, and they are great lap warmers!

Drop a pic of your sassy felines in the comments below!

08/06/2024

Disasters can strike at any moment so it's important stock up on emergency supplies and consider your pet’s needs. Lastly, be sure to download the myVCA app to have access to your pet's medical records.

Download Now: myvca.app

08/06/2024

Take advantage of flexible financing options and make monthly payments with the CareCredit credit card, accepted at VCA hospitals.

Learn more and see if you prequalify at https://gosyf.com/3UnNr3Y.

08/03/2024

Saturday, Caturday😺😸😻

08/02/2024

Is your dog is obsessively scratching, biting, or licking itself?

Cytopoint and Apoquel are two potential solutions to manage itching in dogs, but many pet owners struggle to determine which is better. So what is the difference??

The main difference between Cytopoint and Apoquel is the method of administration and effective period. Cytopoint is an injection that needs to be given every four weeks. Apoquel comes in the form of a pill and requires daily oral dosing.

Cytopoint and Apoquel both target itching associated with atopic allergies – which are hypersensitive reactions to typically harmless substances in the environment. They can also be used to treat itch caused by food allergies and other skin allergies.

Cytopoint is an antibody that binds to a single specific itch-producing protein in a dog's bloodstream. Cytopoint prevents these proteins (cytokines) from binding to the skin's nerve receptors, reducing the transmission of the itch response.

Apoquel targets inflammation at its root. It acts against specific proteins that trigger a dog's immune signalling response, blocking the production of the itch-producing cytokines in the first place. Cytopoint and Apoquel both help to reduce the circulating concentration of the itch-producing cytokine called Interleukin-31. Cytopoint binds to the circulating chemical, knocking it out whilst Apoquel works to reduce its production.

Apoquel is usually preferred during flare-ups of allergies. It's administered orally, via a once or twice-daily dosing. This is helpful for owners who have dogs that are difficult to bring to vets or uncomfortable with injections. As Apoquel has a short period of efficacy, it's passed out of your pet's body very rapidly. This way, owners can quickly determine if the treatment is helpful and stop it easily if needed. On the other hand, Cytopoint is injected into the skin and lasts longer on average for four weeks.

Cytopoint is ideal for dogs who are younger than one year old, have difficulty swallowing pills, or are too small for owners to accurately dose with Apoquel at home.

It's possible to use Apoquel and Cytopoint concurrently if a dog has a flare-up event and requires additional anti-itch relief.

If you've read this far and you are interested in trying one of these medications, give our office a call!

08/01/2024

It's Clear the Shelters Month!

If you are looking for a new friend we urge you to visit your local shelter and give the gift of family to a deserving pet!

08/01/2024

The hospital will be CLOSED today, Thursday August 1, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Friday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222

07/31/2024

Thank you Sampson for being a great tour guide on a tour of our VCA Urgent Care hospital! When care can’t wait, go to VCA Animal Hospitals Urgent Care for same-day pet care.

Learn More: https://vcahospitals.com/urgent-care

07/29/2024

Let's go to the beach-beach, let's avoid heat waves! 🛸

07/27/2024

Paws for summer safety from Trupanion 🐾

07/24/2024

Can you guess that pet? 🐾 Answer in the comments 👇!

Hint: They make a clownish and fun-loving companion.

Comment below and let us know if you guessed correctly!

07/23/2024

With heat waves sweeping across the country, blue-green algae is appearing in new areas and posing an increased risk to pets.

Found in lakes, ponds or any source of standing water, it’s extremely toxic and consuming it can be fatal. The best way to prevent accidental poisoning is to keep a close eye on pets when they’re around water.

If you think your pet has been exposed, take them to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital and contact the ASPCA Poison Control at 888-426-4435.

07/20/2024

Paws for summer safety from Trupanion 🐾

If the pavement is hot on the back of your hand, it is too hot for your dog to walk!

07/20/2024

Our office will be CLOSED today. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Monday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222.

07/19/2024

The hospital will be CLOSED today. The office will also be CLOSED tomorrow, Saturday July 20, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Monday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222

07/18/2024

If the pavement is too hot for you, it's too hot for them. Make sure to be aware of the dangers hot pavement can have on your pet's paws.

07/17/2024

Tornadoes form during intense thunderstorms and can reach wind speeds of 200+ mph. Although tornadoes can occur anywhere, they are prevalent in the Southeast and Midwest. Stay informed by downloading the FEMA app and signing up for weather reports and evacuation notices.

Keep a list handy of pet-friendly shelters and contact information for your local animal control office and ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) in case of evacuation.

07/16/2024

Not sure whether to visit VCA Urgent Care or VCA Emergency Care? We've got you covered.

Make sure to call your local VCA Animal Hospital to ask if you are uncertain.

07/15/2024

We will have a change in office hours this week. The office will resume normal office hours next week. Please plan accordingly for food and medication pick up. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

07/12/2024

Heatstroke is no joke! Make sure to keep your pets properly cool and hydrated to avoid overheating.

07/11/2024

Hurricane season is here and keeping pets safe is our top priority. Help prepare your pets for when disaster strikes with these Hurricane Safety tips.

Get your FREE Hurricane Preparedness Playbook Now: https://vca.mobi/HurricanePreparednessPlaybook

07/11/2024

The hospital will be CLOSED today, Thursday July 11, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We will re-open on Friday at 8am. In case of a medical emergency, please contact SHORES Veterinary Emergency Center located in Harrisburg at #717-798-8500 or Newberry Animal Emergency Center located near Etters at #717-817-2222

07/10/2024

Just itching to have your questions about pet allergies answered?

We're answering everything you need to know about pets and their allergen & dermatological needs.

07/08/2024

🐶: P-R-E-V-E-N-T(ION). Find out why it’s key for me🎶

Address

1010 Wesley Drive Ste 112
Mechanicsburg, PA
17055

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

+17176958808

Website

https://vcahospitals.com/gettysburg-road

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