Alicia Pet Care Center

11/21/2023

Hey Dog Parents, we sent out an email on Friday to inform you of an Upper Respiratory Illness affecting dogs in Southern California and across the U.S. We wanted to provide a video with as much information as we know about it for you all. Later, we will have an FAQ video as well.

Stay safe out there

11/15/2023

Avengers Assemble! Distraction Time... ✨

Head Tappers, High Pitched Voices, Treats, Scritches, Gentle Holding, all so this lil guy with his teeny tiny veins won't feel any pokes for his blood draw.

We are so lucky to have the cutest lil baby as our patient .BI.BI !!! 🫶

11/14/2023

“Indiana Jones” has been a Dr. Benson Stan since he was just a baby… Now, in his almost 3 years on this planet he would like to announce that he will be seeing his own patients as he has “learned all he needs to know to be a good dogtor from Bennie [Dr. Benson].”

Curiously… all of his medication directions are just “more treats” and all of his diagnoses are simply “new friend.”

Time will tell if he can live up to the 5 star veterinary care you can expect from APCC.

11/11/2023

Please report back in the comments if this method worked for you, I find if you say it while holding a treat, they will completely unrelatedly, perk up!

(This joke ATE on Threads I thought you all deserved to see it too!)

11/07/2023

10/31/2023

You aren't going to believe it, but this kitty's name is "Toast" 🥹 and while she is "in bread" she is definitely not in**ed 😂 Toast is a very healthy kitty who just got her spay today!!

Today's pun is courtesy of Dr. Lassler 😜

10/25/2023

Have you ever found yourself covered head to toe in your own slobber? is no stranger! Swipe to see the full power of Newfoundland drool 😂😂😂

There’s truly no that can beat the power of Lenny 😛

Lenny comes in for baths regularly and in addition to the drool, we always seem to find an entire additional dog worth of fur after he leaves. Love you Lenny!!!

BTW our baths included toe nail trim, a**l gland expression, and ear cleaning 💃 So if you want your pup looking and smelling fresh for Halloween, be sure to book today :)

10/21/2023

Let’s all appreciate this Kasi!! From her stellar time with our former pet rescue, to moving into reception to seamlessly becoming a cornerstone of our treatment team since 2016, she has been a calm and steadfast guide for our team.

Outside the clinic, she's the proud mom to Penguin, who has a special knack for crafting the cutest kitty biscuits. And, after a long day, she knows the joy of kicking back with a well-deserved brew. Cheers to your passion, journey, and the many more staff parties, Kasi!

10/20/2023

On this we will celebrate Alyssa! A gem on our team since 2018. Whether she's caring for patients or lightening the mood with her impeccable comedic timing, her presence is irreplaceable.

When she's not with us, she's either adventuring in Holland or showering love on her two little baby angels, Squidge and Lacy. Here's to the laughter, journeys, and countless moments you've shared with us. Thank you for putting the fun in our work days, Alyssa!

10/20/2023

Another post! This time, let’s raise our… crochet needles (??) to a person who’s been a rock to our team since 2008 - the ever-graceful Nikki! Her calming presence and vast knowledge are much needed on our (sometimes) chaotic team!

She is also a veterinarian liaison, where she reports labwork results to parents, handles specialty scheduling and answers many questions!

She’s an incredible “mum” as the British say (hehe), bakes the world's best lasagna (still thinking about it from a book club we had 7 months ago…) and honestly has just the best stories. You could talk to Nikki about anything.

Here's to celebrating you and all the wonderful threads you've woven into our hospital's tapestry! (realllllly driving that crochet theme home)

10/20/2023

Celebrating by shining a spotlight on an extraordinary member of our family: R.V.T. Samantha! For 18 remarkable years, she's been a receptionist, a kennel team supervisor, a veterinary assistant, a veterinary technician, our treatment team co-lead, and a beacon of encouragement for everyone she works with. Her competitive spirit pushes us all to be better (iykyk), her nurturing heart reminds us of the care we give to our patients, and her unmatched expertise is invaluable!

As a human mom, a dog mom, and sometimes our mom, her impact goes far beyond the treatment room. Here's to celebrating the heart and soul of our team. Thank you for nearly two decades of love, leadership, and good times.

10/19/2023

Happy to Ashten! Starting on our kennel team, to reception, to leading reception and now rocking it in treatment, Ashten has been on a JOURNEY here.

Ashten loves “Knocked Loose” and most other hard rock bands. Which contrasts hilariously with her love for Disneyland. She has the cutest little fur ball, Patrick. Thank you for the hard work, the fun times, and everything in between, Ashten! Your spirit lights up our days!

10/19/2023

Happy to Sam P! As a receptionist, she did an amazing job, so amazing in fact she was promoted to reception team lead. When the opportunity presented itself for veterinarian liaison, she took it and is now invaluable to our hospital. So invaluable in fact that when she moved to the Bay Area this year we figured out how to keep her working for us remotely because we simply could not let her go.

Even from afar in the Bay Area , she tirelessly works to ensure our patients receive top-notch care. While we miss her (and her adorable pug, Sprout) in-person, we know she's thriving, diving into her favorite books, adventures, video games, and exploring everything the Bay Area has to offer!

To the dedication, adaptability, and the many stories yet to be written, Samantha, we appreciate you, near or far!

10/19/2023

This , we're taking a moment to celebrate the incredible journey of R.V.T. Kati. She went from starting out in our kennel team, transitioning to leadership, joining our former pet rescue team, then our treatment team, obtained her Registered Veterinary Technician license, and today Co-Leads our Treatment Team! Her natural leadership skills and insatiable drive to enhance our hospital's efficiency never go unnoticed.

Her love for the outdoors (WELCOME TO THE IKON PASS CREW!), Zelda, and chihuahuas have definitely rubbed off on the team here for the past 13 years and counting. Thank you to Kati for keeping our mission alive and thriving!

10/18/2023

Happy to Lesley a.k.a Leslaaa!!!! From kennel to reception to treatment, Lesley has grown so much in the 9 years she has worked with us! (1 year away from the 10 year Hawaii trip!!!) She’s always down to star in a video… even if it is one as controversial as (if you don’t know… you gotta go see our TikTok!)

Outside of work she's vibing to Odesza, with the most on point makeup you've ever seen. She’s a mom to the best kitty, Figaro who you’ve probably seen on our Instagram stories!

Here's to your journey, the laughter, and the countless ways you enrich our team, Lesley!

10/18/2023

It's R.V.T. Hunter's turn for ! From her days on the kennel team, rocking reception, to becoming an R.V.T., and now a veterinarian liaison – she truly has seen all sides of our hospital and has been an excellent example in all fields.

Hunter’s knack for communication bridges our doctors and our pet parents, answering questions, sharing insights and taking the time to help all of our pet parents feel heard and cared for.

Outside the hospital? She's the best mom to her adorable kiddo, two cats, and probably jamming to some Taylor Swift (as am I… right now… as I type this). Her positivity is infectious, and her bright energy lights up our days. Cheers to you, Hunter, thank you for all you do for APCC!

10/17/2023

Happy to R.V.T. Sienna! From earning her license while balancing classes with working here, to driving an hour daily just to be part of our team, she is reliable against all odds.

She recently added two adorable dogs to her family (you've probably seen Dudley/Duds/Dudleykins all over our social media who makes for the cutest scruffy dog)

Sienna is always learning and it's been great to see her grow in the field here.

Cheers to your journey and the many milestones yet to come!

10/17/2023

Happy to the newest minted vet tech, R.V.T. Hailey!!! You may have seen our post earlier this year celebrating her major achievement. Hailey joined our team after interning here and we simply couldn’t let her go. Now she plays a vital role on our team, (and for me the social media manager specifically, she always points out the cutest little patients we have in treatment!)

Beyond the hospital, she has a passion for horror movies, horror books, horror stories… she likes the horror. She also loves her cats that she adopted through !

Thank you, Hailey, for your work as a vet tech and we love the depth you bring our team!!

10/17/2023

It's , and today we're celebrating someone who's been with us since she was “just a baby!” (her favorite line) - the incredible R.V.T. Nicola! And after 7 years of amazing work with us, she is now on our health insurance… welcome to being 26 years old, I guess.

Every day with Nicola is an adventure. Whether she's mountain biking, hiking, driving to Utah to meet an author in an obscure small town, jamming to country tunes (haters gonna hate), or exploring new horizons with her dog Rivi, her wonder for life inspires us all. (Also let's not forget her adorable bunnies and her cat, Dierks Bentley).

Here's to you, Nicola for living life in full color and bringing that vibrancy to our team every day!

10/16/2023

🐾💖 Meet the newest star of our squad this - Yasmine! When she's not acing it at the hospital, she’s ”diving in” to water polo coaching, teaching her dog Penny new tricks 🐶, or hunting down the next must-try food spot 🍽️ (got recommendations, send 'em her way! Or mine. Please just include every good food recommendation in OC in the caption of this post.)

It's only been a short while, but she's vibing with our crew like she's been here forever. Here's to the “splash” you've already made, Yasmine, and to the “waves” yet to come! 💕🌊

10/16/2023

Celebrating with a toast to R.V.T. Cristie! For 6 amazing years, she's been a leader with soft and gentle care to every patient, and training new people. She would do anything for every pet she meets - her journey with her rescued Chihuahua mix, Luna, goes to show her dedication and love through training, nutrition, and always making sure Luna gets the best care!

And outside of our clinic? Whether she's cheering (sometimes through gritted teeth) for the Baltimore Ravens or enjoying a well-deserved glass of wine, her spirit and passion shine! Here's to the joy and gentleness you bring to us every day, Cristie!

10/16/2023

Starting off with our R.V.T. Kaitlin! For 8 fantastic
years, she's been our resident 'cat whisperer.' Something about Kaitlin gets kitties to relax for
treatments. She also consistently rocks some of the most challenging dental cases and we could all
learn a thing or two from her! Kaitlin is great at her job all while at the same time being down to educate,
train, and answer all of my (the social media manager) many, many questions about urgent care patients.

Off-duty? She's busy being a rockstar mom, making use of her Disneyland pass , and spending quality
time with her adorable dog, Eevee. Cheers to you, Kaitlin, for all the love, skill, and magic you bring
into our world!

10/16/2023

It's the best time of the year! is upon us. Apart from appreciating them every single day, we are going to extra super appreciate them this week with tons of posts, games, food, and more!

In case you didn't know, your veterinary technicians/assistants do SO MUCH, from dental cleanings & extractions, to vaccinating, to monitoring anesthesia, to bandage changes, to assisting our doctors with rooms, to aiding monitor in hospital patients, calling our pet parents, and so much more but we will max out our word count on this post if we include it all.

The best ways to appreciate them you ask? Mainly - being patient and sympathetic to your vet techs as they see your pets. They are very busy, helping our doctors see patients and do treatments and they do a great job of balancing it all - the workload, the emotional rollercoasters from difficult cases to puppy visits, and the constant energy to help our patients feel comfortable and relaxed. Our treatment team is working hard every day to improve hospital efficiency and constantly come up with new ideas, and all we ask from our clients is just to work with us through it all. 🫶

Our team is the best and they deserve the whole world (unbiased opinion since they WERE voted # 1 Veterinary Hospital in Orange County in 2023 😉) and we APPRECIATE YOU ALL SO MUCH.

10/11/2023

Mesa working over time to get this message out before the end of the day! 🙏

10/10/2023

We are SUCKERS for cute comfy donuts here!

Dr. Benson spayed and neutered Miss Chrissy and Mr. Jack, siamese kitties from today! Everyone did amazing during surgery and the twins were perfect little cuddle bugs while they were waking up.

(Oh, and if you're wondering about where you can get the surgical donuts, I found some on Walmart that look like them!)

Anyways simply had to share with you, I will be going back to petting them now.

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10/06/2023

New staff photo! with special guest, Moby, prominently pictured behind us 😂 Love this team ❤️

10/04/2023

On first glance at Piper’s gum line, you would think there is nothing weird there, right?? But just below the surface lies the TRUTH: a retained tooth root with pocketing 🫣

Because there is pocketing this could mean infection for this tooth’s future, so it must be extracted💪

And extracted it was by our R.V.T. Kati!!

This is why we take diligent X-Rays throughout anesthetic dental cleanings! You never know what lies beneath your pets gumline…

Spooky indeed!!!!

09/26/2023

Did your pet just get surgery? Then check out our latest blog article by our R.V.T. and veterinarian liaison, hunter!

The article is full of great information answering questions like “How much should I feed my pet the night after surgery?” “My pet hasn’t pooped.. is that a problem?” “What do I do about the tape wrapped around their arm?” And so much more!

And remember to please… please… keep the cone on!!!!



https://mypetsdr.com/surgical-after-care-instructions/

09/21/2023

Exciting news to share!!! Thank you for creating this contest and thank literally everyone who voted for us! 🐾💃🐶🐱

Alicia Pet Care Center is dependable, professional, efficient, caring- everything you could want from your veterinary care team.
We are a full service animal hospital and our services include wellness, dental, laparoscopy, surgery, urgent care, acupuncture, internal medicine and more (plus we offer boarding for cats and dogs 😉).

Our team consists of some of the most educated & dedicated group of people that show up every day to work together and provide the best care for our patients. We are so proud of them for receiving this award and thankful that our clients recognize the heightened level of treatment that they provide!

And if you are looking for a new veterinarian... we are taking new patients! Hope to see you here! 👋

https://www.ocregister.com/2023/09/21/best-of-orange-county-2023-services-best-pet-clinic-veterinary-hospital/

Here are this year’s winners in Best of Orange County voting.

09/19/2023

It’s giving “look at me, I am the captain now” (but doggy on a wellness visit who is ready to GO!)

We love you Miso 😂

09/17/2023

THE GANG GOES TO AN ANGELS GAME!

The annual game time is upon us 🫶 our team works so hard all year they deserve the tailgate, game, and fun times that follows 😂😂😂

(sorry and only 20 people could get tagged!)

(Still crying over this being & last one 😭😭😂)

08/30/2023

How much do we love Samantha? The limit does not exist! She’s been here long enough that she can vote in the country of APCC. 🤯🤯🤯

We so love all the hard work, good conversations, leadership, willingness to be her best every single day for the staff, clients and patients. She’s truly the best and can’t wait for the next 18 years!!!

08/29/2023

Rest In Peace to TV Legend and animal activist, Bob Barker. He has done more for the pet population than even we as an animal hospital have been able to. Using his platform of “Price is Right” he iconically closed his shows from 1979-2007 by saying, “Help control the pet population. Have your pets spayed or neutered.” He did this without producer’s prior approval, because of his belief in the importance of controlling the pet population.

Bob Barker established the DJ & T Foundation (named after his late wife and mother who inspired his love for animals) that provided low cost spay and neuter funding to pets from 1995-2022. Since the feel-good stories of empty animal shelters during covid, shelters are filling up with a vengeance. While people work tirelessly to find these pets homes, the best way to prevent overpopulation is by spaying and neutering. The foundation’s website says “It is impossible to "adopt out" of the pet overpopulation crisis.”

We highly recommend spaying/neutering your pets to help the pet population issue. Not only does sterilizing your pet allow for less future pets without homes, there are other health benefits like preventing pyometra and reducing the risk of developing malignant mammary tumors, prostatic hypertrophy, prostatitis, and peria**l tumors.

We are so thankful Bob was able to use his platform to spread this message! We will miss him dearly.