VCA Foothill Veterinary Hospital

12/19/2025

Thank you to our incredible team at VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center!!

You may have seen Tuesday's SWAT standoff in the news and heard that one of our beloved San Diego Police Department police dogs was injured. That is true. Yet, our valiant K9 Bowie II survived the incident, has been cleared and released by our friends at VCA Animal Hospitals, and is expected to return to duty! His recovery is nothing short of a holiday "miracle."

What's more, K9 Bowie II played a significant part in causing the suspect to give up — and end the stand-off, bringing peace and safety back to our community.

For the past 22 years, every police service dog at the San Diego Police Department has been purchased with funds donated by the community through the Police Foundation. K9 Bowie II was proudly funded through our K9 Program.

Fun fact: his official start date was Christmas Day in 2023!

These specialized canines safeguard public events, find missing persons, locate evidence, de-escalate dangerous situations, prevent shootings, and preserve life.

Learn more about our K9 Program: https://sdpolicefoundation.org/initiatives/k9-program/

12/19/2025

🎁 Still need to get the last minute holiday presents for your pets?? 🎁 Our team at VCA Lake Jackson has pet gift ideas ready for you!

12/18/2025

’Tis the season for new guests, loud sounds, and doors opening a little too often. If your pet decides to make a surprise dash like Santa's reindeer, make sure their microchip is up to date and easy to scan at your local VCA. Make an appointment here: https://vcahospitals.com/book-an-appointment

12/17/2025

How many did you get right out of 8? VCA is ready for your pet emergency care this holiday season!

12/16/2025

Don't look at the first comment

12/15/2025

It's never just one item 😅

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12/12/2025

The holiday pet hazards tea is hot! Give extra love to your pets this season... and if your pet needs emergency care, we are here for you at VCA!

12/11/2025

POV us eating our veggies before all the holiday treats. 📸 VCA South Dade Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital

12/10/2025

It's the most wonderful time of year! Schedule your free first exam: https://vca.mobi/4aeMe7D

12/09/2025

On this International Day of Veterinary Medicine—and every day—we’re proud to care for your pets. Across VCA and throughout our Mars Veterinary Health family, we’re celebrating the incredible Associates around the world who make life better for pets every day.

12/04/2025

There's still time to book your end-of-year exam for your best friend at your local VCA! Find your hospital here: https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

12/03/2025

Zoom to the comments to share your cat zoomie stories!

10/31/2025

The spookiest part of all was having to say goodbye to our lovely Chad, RVTg, and Ashley, VA! 🖤 They’ve been such an incredible part of our team, and it’s sooo hard to see them go. We wish them the absolute best after VCA Foothill — we’ll always think about the good times, how much they’ve grown, and miss seeing their smiling faces every day.

Good luck, Chad & Ashley! You’ll always be part of our Foothill family. 💚🧡👻

10/31/2025

Double, double, toil, and trouble — Team Foothill brought the spooky vibes this Halloween! 🕸️🦇 From creepy costumes to hauntingly good spoOoOky painting, our crew really *pawsed* for the occasion.

We had laughs, frights, and unforgettable memories — We love our team! Happy Halloween Everyone, stay safe!


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10/17/2025

Happy Vet Tech Week! 🐾
This week we celebrated our amazing RVTS and hosted the RVT Olympics — a little friendly competition, a lot of laughs, and endless appreciation for everything our techs do every single day. 💚

Scroll to the last photo to see our champs’ winning face! 🏅✨

Thank you to all our incredible technicians for your hard work, heart, and dedication to our patients and team. We couldn’t do it without you! 💪🐶🐱

10/10/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday to our wonderful RVT, Chad! 🐾🎉
Did you know his spirit animal is a harbor seal? When he’s not busy caring for patients, you can find him living and breathing 🎾 pickleball (seriously… LOTS of pickleball 😅).
Some fun facts about Chad:
🎬 Favorite movies: Parent Trap, Bring It On, White Chicks
🏐 Favorite sports: Volleyball & Pickleball, DUH!
🥚 The Weirdest thing he’s ever eaten: Balut!
🤹 Hidden talent: He can juggle WHILE doing a backflip (yes, really 👀)
📚 Alumni of Cal Poly Pomona
🗣️ Speaks fluent Spanish
We’re so lucky to have Chad on our team bringing his skills, humor, and seal-like vibes every day! 💙🐾
Help us wish him the happiest of birthdays today! 🎂🎈✨

10/06/2025

🎉🐾 Happy BELATED Birthday to our amazing RVT, Sara! 🐾🎉

✨ Started with us back in 2018 as a Vet Assistant and has grown into such a rockstar RVT 💪💉
🐾 Spirit Animal: the fearless Honey Badger 🦡
🎬 Favorite Movies: Lord of the Rings & Practical Magic 🍿✨
⚽ Favorite Sport: Soccer
🍣 Favorite Food: Sushi (yum!)
😋 Adventurous eater — has tried frog legs, alligator & snails! 🐸🐊🐌
🎨 Hidden Talent: Crafting & DIYs (even if she says she’s not good at it 😉)
📚🛍️ Loves reading, thrift shopping, board games, and sports games!
🔍 Fun Fact: Her guilty pleasure is bingeing crime documentaries 🕵️‍♀️📺

We’re so lucky to have you on our team, Sara! 💙
Wishing you the happiest of birthdays and lots of sushi & board games today! 🎂🥳✨

10/04/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday to our amazing RVT, Sara! 🐾🎉
✨ Started with us back in 2018 as a Vet Assistant and has grown into such a rockstar RVT 💪💉
🐾 Spirit Animal: the fearless Honey Badger
🎬 Favorite Movies: Lord of the Rings & Practical Magic 🍿✨
⚽ Favorite Sport: Soccer
🍣 Favorite Food: Sushi (yum!)
😋 Adventurous eater — has tried frog legs, alligator & snails! 🐸🐊🐌
🎨 Hidden Talent: Crafting & DIYs (even if she says she’s not good at it 😉)
📚🛍️ Loves reading, thrift shopping, board games, and sports games!
🔍 Fun Fact: Her guilty pleasure is bingeing crime documentaries 🕵️‍♀️📺
We’re so lucky to have you on our team, Sara! 💙
Wishing you the happiest of birthdays and lots of sushi & board games today! 🎂🥳✨

09/12/2025

if you are interested, we have two very cute and very bonded kittens available for adoption! please see one of our staff to come and meet them

08/22/2025

🎉🎂 **Happy Birthday, Monica!** 🎂🎉

Today we celebrate our amazing CSR, Monica, who has been part of our Foothill family since **12/9/2002**! 💼🐾 With her warm smile and dedication, she keeps our front desk running like a well-oiled machine! 🖥️✨

Monica’s favorite go-to meal? 🍔 **Hamburgers all day!** 🍔
Her favorite movie? 🎥 **50 First Dates** — because who doesn’t love a good rom-com with Adam Sandler? ❤️🌺

But did you know? Monica has some serious **creative skills**! 🎨✂️ Whether it’s **DIY projects** or designing something new, her crafty side always shines through. 🛠️

If Monica had a spirit animal, she’d be a 🐇 **Rabbit** — quick, skillful, playful, and always putting family first. 💗🏡

Monica, we’re so lucky to have you as part of our team. Your hard work, creativity, and kind heart never go unnoticed. 💪💖 Wishing you a day filled with happiness, laughter, and maybe a few extra burgers! 🍔🎈

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08/04/2025

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Dr. Compton! 🎂🎉
From gliding through the ocean 🌊 like a majestic manta ray, to hitting the court and shouting “GO LAKERS!” 🏀—you bring energy and passion into everything you do! Whether you’re scuba diving, golfing ⛳, or just finding peace by the water, you’re always chasing new adventures.
We’re still amazed you’ve eaten iguana 🦎, opossum 🐾, and maybe even lambi 🐚—talk about fearless! 😄
Your hidden talent with the violin 🎻 is just as impressive as your world travels. You’ve lived in 4 countries 🌍, and your 10lb rescue poodle 🐩 has been by your side in 3 of them, with 7 countries stamped in their little passport too! ✈️🐶
Whether you’re rewatching The Breakfast Club 🍿 or enjoying the adventure of Finding Nemo 🐠, you always bring joy and positivity to everyone around you.
We’re so lucky to have you on our team since October 2024—here’s to celebrating you today and wishing you many more adventures ahead! 🎈
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07/11/2025

🌟 Team Spotlight: Anna Laura 🌟
Happy Birthday to our CSR Lead, Anna Laura! 🐾💙
She started her VCA journey back in 2015 as a receptionist and has grown into a rockstar team lead! 💪
Spirit Animal: Giraffe (tall, kind, and always looking ahead!)
Favorite Movie: The Harry Potter series (Accio tacos!)
Favorite Sport: Golf
Favorite Food: Tacos (yes, please!)
Weirdest Thing Eaten: Snake 😳
Hidden Talents: None… but she makes up for it with awesome vibes!
Hobbies: Disneyland days, beach trips, and hiking adventures
🐱 Fun Fact: She has a cat… because of course she does!
Give it up for Anna Laura and all she brings to our VCA Foothill family! 💙✨

06/30/2025

With rising temperatures, your pets are at serious risk of heat stroke — a life-threatening emergency.
🚨 Signs to watch for:
🐶 Excessive panting
🐱 Drooling
🚫 Weakness or collapse
💥 Vomiting or diarrhea
🔥 Bright red or pale gums
❗ Seizures or unresponsiveness
💧 Prevent it:
✔️ Never leave pets in the car
✔️ Provide shade & fresh water
✔️ Avoid walks during peak heat (10am–4pm)
✔️ Watch brachycephalic breeds closely (pugs, bulldogs, etc.)

Let’s keep our furry friends safe this summer! 🐕🐈❤️

06/25/2025

Who doesn’t love a good fireworks show? Pets, that’s who! 🎆 We’re sharing tips and tricks to help prepare your pets to reduce stress and anxiety. The 4th of July can be stressful for our furry friends. If your pet needs sedatives or calming medications, now is the time to request a refill or speak with your vet at your upcoming appointment. 📞 Call us at 616-792-1187 to get started — let’s make this holiday a little less scary for them 💙❤️