Sycamore Vet

12/03/2024

Lost Dog!
Name: Bean
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
Coat: Black/dark gray with a white chest, toes, and tip of the tail
Last Seen: December 2nd on N Otterdale Rd, heading into the trees behind the Michaux Creek Neighborhood in Midlothian

Bean is missing and likely scared. Please use caution if you see her, as she is skittish. It’s best to avoid approaching her directly, as she may run. Instead, please call the owner immediately and keep an eye on her from a distance until the owner can arrive.

Please contact the owner at 804-306-5940

Thank you for your help in bringing Bean home safely!

11/28/2024

🦃🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Sycamore Vet! 🍂🦃

This Thanksgiving, we’re incredibly grateful for our amazing clients and their wonderful furry family members. 🐾 Your trust and support mean the world to us, and we’re honored to be a part of your pets’ lives.

We’re also thankful for our dedicated team, who work tirelessly to provide compassionate, high-quality care every day. 💙

As you gather with loved ones today, we wish you a holiday filled with joy, love, and wagging tails (and maybe a purr or two)! Remember to keep your pets safe this Thanksgiving by following our holiday safety tips.

From our family to yours—Happy Thanksgiving!

11/27/2024

Just a reminder our office will close today at 2pm and we will reopen on Friday 11/29 at 8 am. 🍂

We hope you all have a happy and safe holiday.

11/25/2024

At Sycamore Vet, we believe in the importance of family—both human and furry! To give our team time to celebrate the holiday with their loved ones, our hours will be as follows:

🕑 Wednesday, November 27th – Closing early at 2:00pm.
🚪 Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 28th) – Closed all day

We’ll reopen with normal business hours on Friday, November 29th to continue caring for your pets.

Please plan ahead if you need to pick up medications, food, or supplies before the holiday. If you have an emergency while we’re closed, please contact:

Virginia Veterinary Centers Richmond: (804) 353-9000
Bluepearl Pet Hospital: (804) 716-4700
Veterinary Referral and Critical Care: (804) 784-8722
Partner Veterinary and Emergency: (804) 206-9122

We wish you and your pets a safe, happy, and joyful Thanksgiving! 🧡🐾

11/22/2024

Everyone say hi to Pickles! 🥒

The name is just as cute as the face and during Pickles’ visit, he made sure to get extra cuddles and love from Alyssa 💗

We can’t wait to watch him grow and snuggle him at his next kitty visit 😍

11/22/2024

🦃 Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips! 🦃

As we gather around the table to give thanks, let’s not forget about our furry family members! While Thanksgiving is a time for indulgence, certain holiday traditions can pose risks to pets. Follow these tips to keep your pets safe and happy this holiday:

🍗 No table scraps, please – Turkey bones, fatty foods, and rich gravies can cause serious health issues like choking or pancreatitis. Stick to pet-safe treats instead!

🍇 Avoid toxic foods – Grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, and chocolate are all dangerous for pets. Keep these off their menu!

🌽 Be mindful of decorations – Small decorations or food wrappers can be choking hazards. Keep them out of paw’s reach!

🏠 Create a quiet space – Guests and holiday noise can be overwhelming for pets. Provide a cozy, quiet spot where they can relax.

🗑️ Secure the trash – The smells of leftover food can lead curious pets to rummage through the trash, so keep it secure!

11/21/2024

This month, we’re honoring the one and only Dr. Murphy, who has been an essential part of the Sycamore Vet family for 28 years! Her dedication, hard work, and passion for veterinary care have made a lasting impact on our team, our clients, and countless pets over the years.

Dr. Murphy is more than an incredible veterinarian—she’s a loving and sweet presence, always going above and beyond to ensure every patient receives the best care possible. Her passion for what she does inspires us every day, and we’re so grateful for her unwavering commitment to this practice and our community. 💙🐶🐱

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Murphy and her extraordinary contributions to Sycamore! Leave your favorite memories or kind words for her in the comments below—we’d love to share them with her.

Here’s to 28 amazing years, Dr. Murphy, and to many more! 🙌💖

11/20/2024

We will be closed today from 12:00 pm -1:30pm for a team meeting.

Voicemails and email will not be monitored during our closure.

If not urgent, please leave a voicemail or text our phone number at 804-794-3778.
In case of emergency during our closure, please contact one of the local emergency hospitals.

Virginia Veterinary Centers Richmond: (804) 353-9000
Bluepearl Pet Hospital: (804) 716-4700
Veterinary Referral and Critical Care: (804) 784-8722
Partner Veterinary and Emergency: (804) 206-9122

11/20/2024

On Friday, December 20th, we will be closing early at 2:00 PM for our end-of-year team meeting. This time is essential for us to reflect on the past year, celebrate our successes, and plan for an even better 2025 to serve you and your pets!

Please plan ahead if you need to pick up medications, food, or supplies! We will reopen Saturday, December 21st at 8am.

Thank you for your understanding as we take this opportunity to strengthen our team and enhance the care we provide. 💙🐾

11/13/2024

💙🐾 Today is World Kindness Day!🐾💙

We wanted to highlight the importance of supporting your Veterinary Team!

Be Kind, Be Patient 🐾💙

At Sycamore Vet, we’re dedicated to caring for your beloved pets, but we also want to highlight the importance of caring for the people behind the scenes—your veterinarians and our entire veterinary team. 💖

This is why we support Not One More Vet (NOMV), a movement aimed at supporting the mental health of veterinary professionals. The challenges of the profession are real, and your kindness and patience can make a world of difference!

✨ How You Can Help:

Be kind: A simple thank-you goes a long way.

Be patient: We always strive to provide the best care, and sometimes things take time.

Support mental health: Remember that behind every dedicated vet or tech is a person working hard to help your pets live healthy, happy lives.

Veterinary professionals work tirelessly, often in high-stress environments, to care for your animals. Together, we can create a more compassionate and understanding atmosphere for both pets and the people who care for them. 🐾💙

Let’s lift each other up, support our veterinary teams, and always remember to be kind. 🌟

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11/11/2024

🐾 Honoring Our Veterans on Veterans Day 🐾

Today, we pause to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your dedication, courage, and sacrifice have made the world a better place, and we thank you for your service.

To all the veterans in our community—both human and animal—thank you for your commitment and bravery. 💙

At Sycamore Vet, we are proud to support our veterans and their families, including the service animals who stand by their side. Today, and every day, we honor your service and your sacrifice.

11/08/2024

🤝🐾 Team Building Fun at Sycamore! 🐾🤝

Today, we took a break from our usual routine to focus on teamwork and connection—and had a blast in the process! Our team-building meeting was filled with laughter, creativity, and collaboration as we worked together on some unique challenges:

🍝 Pasta & Marshmallow Towers – Armed with pasta noodles and marshmallows, we challenged each other to build the tallest, most creative structures. Let’s just say, things got sticky (literally!), but the results were amazing!

(Congrats Jenna, Whitney, and Kelsey for the win!🥇)

🔍 Hospital Scavenger Hunt – We put our teamwork to the test with a scavenger hunt that took us all around the hospital. Relying on each other for clues and quick thinking, we found hidden spots and surprising clues. It was a great way to get to know each other better and sharpen our problem-solving skills!

Teamwork is at the heart of what we do every day, so investing in fun and connection like this helps us provide even better care for our clients and their beloved pets. 🐶🐱

11/08/2024

We will be closed today from 12:30pm-1:30pm for a team meeting.

Voicemails and email will not be monitored during our closure.

If not urgent, please leave a voicemail or text our phone number at 804-794-3778.
In case of emergency during our closure, please contact one of the local emergency hospitals.

Virginia Veterinary Centers Richmond: (804) 353-9000
Bluepearl Pet Hospital: (804) 716-4700
Veterinary Referral and Critical Care: (804) 784-8722
Partner Veterinary and Emergency: (804) 206-9122

11/07/2024

💕💕💕

Chesterfield County firefighters rescued a kitten from a sewer at Brightpoint Community College on Wednesday.

You can find more photos and learn about the little guy's happy ending here: https://trib.al/XE4tyYq

11/05/2024

Hallow says, “Don’t forget to vote today!”

❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙

11/05/2024

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with you—we have been named one of America’s Best Animal Hospitals 2025! Out of thousands of animal hospitals across the country, only the top 500 are awarded this title based on customer feedback, reviews, and quality care standards, and we’re incredibly proud to be counted among them.

Thank you for being part of our journey and for letting us be part of your pet's life story. Here's to many more years of tail wags, purrs, and healthy, happy pets!

11/01/2024

💰🐾 Get $10 Off Your Next Visit! 🐾💰

From November 1st to November 30th, we’re offering $10 off your next visit when you leave us a review on Google or Facebook! ⭐️

Your feedback helps us grow, and we’d love to hear about your experience with Sycamore Vet. Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Leave a review on Google or Facebook

2️⃣ Make sure to include your name in the review so we can give credit to the right person!

3️⃣ Let the Customer Service Representative know at the front desk that you posted a review and enjoy $10 off your next visit!

It’s that simple! 😊 This offer is our way of saying thank you for trusting us with your pet’s care and sharing your experience with others. We appreciate your support!

📅 Offer runs from November 1st to November 30th.

10/31/2024

We hope everyone is having a great Howl-o-ween 🎃

Post pictures of your pets in costumes in the comments below 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻