VidaVet Urgent Care

06/21/2024

Welcome Dr. Dean to the VidaVet Care Team! 🐾

We are thrilled to introduce our newest urgent care veterinarian, Dr. Dean! 🥳

Dr. Dean hails from just outside Pittsburgh, PA, and completed her undergraduate studies at Case Western Reserve University. She earned her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania and has since gained valuable experience working as an emergency doctor near Philadelphia.

She is a proud pet parent to two cats, Doe and Stanley, a shepherd/lab mix named Amaya, and a shorthaired pointer named Lucky. When she's not caring for your furry friends, she enjoys reading, playing video games, attending spin classes, and traveling.

Join us in giving Dr. Dean a warm welcome! We're excited to have her on our team and know your pets are in great hands. 🐶🐱❤️

06/20/2024

Stay Safe in the Heat! 🔥🐾

Attention, pet owners! A heat advisory is currently in effect for our area. Here are some important safety tips to keep your furry friends safe and prevent heat stroke:

🔥 Keep Hydrated: Ensure your pets have access to plenty of fresh, cool water at all times. 💧
🔥 Stay Indoors: Limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM - 4 PM). Keep pets in air-conditioned or well-ventilated areas. 🏠
🔥 Never Leave Pets in Cars: Even with windows cracked, temperatures inside a car can quickly become deadly. 🚗❌
🔥 Cool Shaded Areas: If your pet must be outside, make sure they have access to shaded areas and a cool resting place. 🌳
🔥 Watch for Signs of Heat Stroke: Symptoms include excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, weakness, and collapse. If you notice any of these signs, seek veterinary care immediately. 🚨
🔥 Avoid Hot Pavement: Hot asphalt can burn your pet's paws. Walk your dog during cooler parts of the day and check the pavement temperature with your hand. 🐾

Remember, if you suspect your pet is suffering from heat stroke, act quickly and contact your veterinarian or an emergency/urgent care veterinary clinic immediately.

Stay safe and keep cool! ❤️🐾

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! 🐾🎉 Your love, care, and dedication make a world of difference. Enjoy your special day!

06/15/2024

🐾🎉 Join us in just 2 weeks for the grooviest event of the summer at the 3rd Annual Dog Days of Summer hosted by Bellaloo Pet Couture! 🎉🐾

We're excited to be a vendor at this paw-some event, held at Tre Sorelle Hand-Dipped Ice Cream and Italian Ice. Get ready for a day filled with wagging tails and endless fun!

🗓️ Event Details:
📍 Location: Tre Sorelle Dolce hand-dipped ice cream & italian ice Wyoming, DE
📆 Date: Saturday, June 29th
🕒 Time: 9am-2pm

Highlights include:

Dog adoptions 🐶
40 vendors offering something for everyone (even non-pet owners) ✌🏻
Axe throwing courtesy of Camp Adventurer Land 🪓
Exciting dog shows 🏆
Live music 🎶
Bounce houses for the kids provided by All About Inflatables 🎈
Bring your furry friends and family for a tail-wagging extravaganza you won't want to miss! We can't wait to see you there! 🐾❤️

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06/07/2024

Meet Finnegan, our brave little 'celebrity' who had a run-in with a possible bee sting! 🐝 His swollen muzzle didn’t stop him from being adorable. Follow his adventures on Instagram at ! 🐾💖

05/31/2024

On National Heat Awareness Day, let's keep our pets safe! 🌞🐾 With warmer weather upon us, learn to identify the signs of heatstroke in your furry friends. Stay alert, stay cool, and protect your pets from the heat! 🥵

05/29/2024

Meet Bodhi, our brave little pup! 💖 Despite a scary accident with a toy, the exam of Bodhi's squinty eye showed no major trauma or ulcers. With some TLC from Dr. Buysse and anti-inflammatory medications, he's on the mend and back to his playful self! 🐾✨ We wish you all the best, Bodhi!

💡 Fun Fact! The equipment being used on Bodhi's eye in this picture is called a tonometer. Tonometers help measure intraocular pressure (IOP) in the eye. An abnormal IOP can help us rule out certain eye disorders and injuries. 👁

05/27/2024

Honoring the brave on Memorial Day 🇺🇸

In remembrance of those who sacrificed, we will be closed today for the holiday. Stay safe and enjoy the day with your loved ones. ❤️🤍💙 We'll be back to serve you and your pets and resume our regular hours tomorrow, May 28th, at 12pm.

⚠ If your pet is experiencing an emergency and we are closed, please contact:

◾ Bluepearl Christiana at 302-322-6933
◾ Delmarva Animal Emergency Center at 302-697-0850
◾ Pinnacle at 610-477-8797
◾ Mount Laurel Animal Hospital at 856-234-7626

05/24/2024

🇺🇸 Reminder 🇺🇸

Just a furr-iendly reminder that VidaVet will be closed this coming Monday for Memorial Day. We will be back to serve you and your furry friends on Tuesday, May 28th at 12pm.

⚠ If your pet is experiencing an emergency and we are closed, please contact:

◾ Bluepearl Christiana at 302-322-6933
◾ Delmarva Animal Emergency Center at 302-697-0850
◾ Pinnacle at 610-477-8797
◾ Mount Laurel Animal Hospital at 856-234-7626

Have a safe and reflective holiday! 🐾❤️

05/19/2024

🐾 Snake Season Safety Alert! 🐾

Meet our brave pup, Axl, who had a close encounter with a snake bite but is doing just fine now! 🐶💪 With the weather warming up here in Delaware and Maryland, it's important to stay informed about our local snakes.

Here's what you need to know:

Common Non-Venomous Snakes in Our Area:
🐍 Eastern Rat Snake
🐍 Black Racer
🐍 Garter Snake
🐍 Common Water Snake

Venomous Snake to Watch For:
🐍 Eastern Copperhead (mostly found in Sussex County and rarely reported lately)

If your pet gets bitten, don't panic! Most of our local snakes are not venomous. However, always bring your pet in for a check-up just to be safe. If you have a photo of the snake, it can help us identify it quickly.

Stay safe and enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends! For more info on local snakes, check out this link from DNREC: https://dnrec.delaware.gov/outdoor-delaware/snakes-to-watch-out-for/ 🐍✨

05/16/2024

Meet Artemis, our majestic Maine C**n! Limping is no match for this brave beauty. 🐾💖

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05/12/2024

🌷 Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there, both to human children and furry companions alike! 🐾💕 Today, we celebrate the unconditional love, boundless compassion, and unwavering strength of mothers everywhere. Whether you're snuggling your little ones or cuddling with your furry friends, your love knows no bounds. Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. 🩷 May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of precious moments with your loved ones. You're truly amazing! 🌟 🫶

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05/08/2024

Meet Disa! She captured our hearts with her beauty and grace. 🐾💖

05/04/2024

🐶🐶🐶 When three amigos thought they could outsmart a groundhog...Cone Crew reporting for duty! 🐾

04/27/2024

🌟 Today, on World Veterinary Day, we honor and celebrate the invaluable contributions of veterinary staff as essential healthcare workers. 🐾 From veterinarians to technicians, assistants, and receptionists, every member of the veterinary team plays a crucial role in providing compassionate care and safeguarding the health and welfare of animals. 🌍💙

In a year filled with unprecedented challenges, veterinary staff have stood on the front lines, tirelessly providing care and comfort to those who need it most. Their dedication, expertise, and compassion are the cornerstone of a healthier, happier world for both animals and humans alike. 🙏🏼🐶

As we reflect on the theme of this year's World Veterinary Day – veterinary staff as essential healthcare workers – let us recognize and appreciate the critical role they play in promoting the health, happiness, and welfare of animals and humans alike. Let us stand together in support of veterinary staff and their tireless efforts to make the world a better place for all creatures, great and small. 💫🐾

04/26/2024

🐾 Receptionists Unleashed: Revealing the Paw-some Personalities Behind the Desk! 🐾🌟 With Veterinary Receptionist Week upon us, discover the quirks, passions, and pet obsessions of our client services squad with these fun facts! Dive in and get to know the faces that greet you with a smile as you enter our hospital! 😊💖

Say hello to Amanda! 👋🏼

04/25/2024

🐾 Receptionists Unleashed: Revealing the Paw-some Personalities Behind the Desk! 🐾🌟 With Veterinary Receptionist Week upon us, discover the quirks, passions, and pet obsessions of our client services squad with these fun facts! Dive in and get to know the faces that greet you with a smile as you enter our hospital! 😊💖

Say hello to Melissa! 👋🏼

04/23/2024

🐾 Receptionists Unleashed: Revealing the Paw-some Personalities Behind the Desk! 🐾🌟 With Veterinary Receptionist Week upon us, discover the quirks, passions, and pet obsessions of our client services squad with these fun facts! Dive in and get to know the faces that greet you with a smile as you enter our hospital! 😊💖

Say hello to Daniel! 👋🏼

04/22/2024

🐾 Receptionists Unleashed: Revealing the Paw-some Personalities Behind the Desk! 🐾🌟 With Veterinary Receptionist Week upon us, discover the quirks, passions, and pet obsessions of our client services squad with these fun facts! Dive in and get to know the faces that greet you with a smile as you enter our hospital! 😊💖

Say hello to Jojo! 👋🏼

04/21/2024

🐾 Celebrating our Frontline Heroes: Our Receptionists 📞

During Veterinary Receptionist Week, we want to shine a spotlight on the heart and soul of our clinic – our amazing receptionists! 🏥💖 They're the first smiling faces you see, the calming voices on the phone, and the knowledgeable guides who keep our operations running smoothly. With their unparalleled blend of knowledge, compassion, and connection, they create a welcoming haven for pets and their humans alike. 🐶🐱

⭐ Thank you to Jojo, Daniel, Nicole, Amanda & Melissa!!

04/19/2024

🐾 Welcome back to our 'Friday First Aid Tips' series! 🎥 In today's video, we're shedding light on how to handle seizures in our furry companions. Stay tuned for crucial insights and expert guidance to keep your pets safe and sound. Let's make Fridays fur-tastic with valuable pet care tips! 🚑📺

04/14/2024

🐾 Unraveling the Mystery: Why Dogs Bite and the Language They Speak 🐶💬 Dive into this article brought to us from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Delaware Veterinary Medical Association exploring the reasons behind dog bites and decoding their subtle body language cues. Understanding our furry friends better is the first step toward fostering safer and happier interactions. Let's bridge the communication gap together! 📖🐾

What should you know about dog bites? Get good information here: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/dog-bite-prevention

04/12/2024

🐾 Welcome back to our 'Friday First Aid Tips' series! 🎥 In today's video, we're diving deeper into keeping our fur babies safe from toxins. Tune in for more life-saving insights and pet safety tips. Let's make Fridays fur-tastic with valuable pet care tips! 🚨 📺

04/12/2024

💐 Our care team got to participate in a fun hospital-wide egg hunt in the days just before Easter! 🐾🥚🐰 The eggs contained yummy goodies for staff to enjoy on their busy days but only 3 special eggs contained grand prizes with gift cards to use for different delicious restaurants! ⭐ Because, let's be honest, aside from saving animals--our stomachs are the way to our hearts! 😋😁 Congratulations to Jojo, Paige and Andrea for finding the grand prize eggs! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

04/10/2024

🐾 Be "Pet-pared!" Keep your pet's info at your fingertips! 📝 Let's continue National Pet First Aid Awareness Month by downloading this emergency contact card for pets, brought to you by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and ensure their safety in any situation. 🚨🐶

📲🐾 https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/disaster-preparedness/emergency-contact-cards

Download emergency contact cards for pets and livestock.

04/05/2024

🐾 Welcome to our 'Friday First Aid Tips' series! 🎥 Today, we're diving into essential know-how for handling injuries in your furry friends. Stay tuned all month for expert insights and paw-some advice to keep your pets safe and healthy. Let's make Fridays fur-tastic with valuable pet care tips! 🚑🐶

04/01/2024

🐾 April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month! Don’t let emergencies catch you off guard – be “pet-pared” with a pet first aid kit! 🎒✨

Just like us, our furry companions can encounter unexpected mishaps, and having the right supplies on hand can make all the difference. From minor cuts to more serious situations, a well-equipped first aid kit can provide temporary relief until you can get to the vet.

Remember, it’s not just about having the kit – knowing how to use it is key! Take the time to familiarize yourself with basic first aid techniques for pets. Your preparedness could be the lifeline your pet needs in a moment of crisis. Stay tuned all this month for pet safety tips! 🐾💙

03/31/2024

💛🥚 Egg-spectacular Easter wishes from our family to yours – may your day be filled with all the things that make you "hoppy"! 🐣🌷🐾

🐰 Even the Easter Bunny knows accidents happen! 🥕 No need to hunt for help in an emergency – hop on over to VidaVet! We're open from 10am until 6pm today! 🐾 Whether it's a sneaky chocolate binge or a mischievous leap into springtime trouble, we're here to handle any pet mishap. Have a wonderful Easter, knowing your pet's health is in good hands!

03/30/2024

Ears to a 'hoppy' Easter, fur-ends! 🐰🌷

We're 'egg-cited' to put together the purr-fect Easter baskets for our furry pals! 🥚🎁

But we're curious, what do you think your pets would 'pawsitively' love to find in their baskets? Let's get cracking and share some 'tail-waggingly' fun ideas! 🐾

03/21/2024

In this episode, Jill Peisker sits down with Dr. Tina Wismer to talk about how to keep your garden safe for your furry friends. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date, and check out more information on animal toxins at . We also have an app, which you can find on the , that details...