VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo

02/14/2025

💖🐾 Paws-itively in Love! 🐾💖

Drop a photo of your pet valentine in the comments and tell us what makes them so special! 🐶🐱💘

02/13/2025

Raise your hand if you love caring for pets! 🖐️

02/13/2025

Don't forget, tomorrow is Valentine's Day! If you’re planning to surprise your loved one with a beautiful bouquet, be sure to choose pet-safe flowers. Some blooms can be toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs, so it's important to select wisely.

🚨 Toxic Flowers to Avoid:
• Lilies (all varieties—highly toxic, especially to cats)
• Hyacinths
• Carnations
• Tulips
• Ranunculus
• Azaleas
• Hydrangeas

🌹 💐 Pet-Safe Flower Options:
• Roses
• Sunflowers
• Ge**er Daisies
• Orchids
• Snapdragons
• Petunias
• Zinnias

Keep your furry friends safe while spreading the love! ❤️🐾

02/11/2025

We love our pets, but have you ever wondered what your pets love? 🐶💙🐱

We're sharing some of your pet's favorite things 💙!

02/11/2025

Drake was having a hard time being away from mom and dad for the first time so Sam made sure to give extra snuggles 🥰 🐾

02/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations, Kwanny! 🎉

We’re excited to announce that Kwanny is our Caught Ya winner for January! 🎊 Your hard work, dedication, and positive attitude don't go unnoticed, and we’re so grateful to have you on the team.

02/10/2025

Dental disease is one of the most common and serious health problems in dogs and cats. We're sharing ways to help keep your pet's teeth clean.

02/07/2025

We’re thrilled to shine the staff spotlight on one of our incredible team leads, Cassie! 🎉 Voted by her peers for this well-deserved recognition, Cassie has been a valued member of our clinic for nearly five years. She is currently completing her studies to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician, all while bringing enthusiasm, dedication, and a bubbly personality to everything she does. Cassie is always willing to jump in wherever she's needed, making a difference every day. Thank you, Cassie, for your hard work and positivity—we appreciate you! 🐾

02/07/2025

Kennel Cough is a contagious respiratory illness, which means it can spread to your dog through exposure to other animals. If an outbreak is reported in your area, it’s important to take precautions to avoid spreading the illness.

02/06/2025

Shoutout to the creative genius behind this masterpiece! One of our clients recently left us while we took care of their furry loved one 🐕🐈🦔

02/05/2025

How important is pet dental health? Chew on these facts about why your pet's healthy smile is a happy smile.

02/05/2025

02/03/2025

Planning on getting a pet in 2025? Let us help you pick a name! Comment below and let us know your pet's new name!

02/01/2025

Maple Blu underwent an emergency exploratory surgery, so we made sure to shower her with extra cuddles as she woke up. 💕

01/31/2025

When you're small but ready to tackle big responsibilities 🐥 ✨

01/29/2025

Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures.

This year is recognized as the Year of the Snake, so we're sharing some fun facts about why snakes represent wisdom, creativity, and transformation! 🐍🧧

01/28/2025

We are excited to announce that Dr. Katie Strong has returned to the clinic and is now working full-time once again!

Dr. Strong’s commitment to providing exceptional veterinary care, combined with her compassionate approach, has been a tremendous asset to our team and clients. We are delighted to have her expertise and warm presence back in full capacity to continue supporting our patients and their families.

Dr. Katie Strong earned her bachelor’s degree in Animal Science Production Medicine Scholars and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Michigan State University. With nearly a decade of experience in emergency medicine and surgery, Dr. Strong has developed a wealth of knowledge while practicing in the Southwestern Michigan community.

A native of Michigan, Dr. Strong enjoys spending time with her husband and twin boys. Outside of work, she loves the outdoors, riding her Peloton, and attending classic car shows. She shares her home with two dogs, two ponies, and aquarium fish. Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery and critical care. Dr. Strong is passionate about the collaborative nature of emergency medicine and enjoys mentoring newer colleagues in the field. She has a special empathy for pet owners navigating difficult times and is dedicated to offering compassionate care and support during those challenging moments.

01/27/2025

Who says playtime has to be outdoors? Indoor activities can be just as enriching and stimulating for your pets!

Watch this video for fun ways to keep them active and engaged inside.

01/23/2025

It's the ultimate battle of the ages, Puppies vs Seniors!

Which do you think is more adorable? 👍 = Puppies ❤️ = Seniors

01/23/2025

Today we want to shine the spotlight on Sam another recent hire of ours! Sam comes to us with a background in veterinary medicine. Here's a little about Sam-

"My name is Samantha, but I frequently go by Sam. I am a 25-year-old Gemini, who sometimes believes in horoscopes and sometimes doesn't. I have two ferrets; they are both a year old and their gotcha date is coming up on April 1st. I love the outdoors and being in nature, and nature-based photography is a hobby of mine. I love music, movies, and reading, but have many other interests that change daily depending on my ADHD. I love all animals, and plan to be an exotic animal vet. I am engaged to the love of my life, Dylan, although we have absolutely no plans for a wedding yet, were just enjoying a long engagement. I grew up a military brat, so I have been all over the country, but intend to stay in Michigan for quite a while."

We’re excited to have Sam on board and can’t wait to see the positive impact she’ll bring. 🐾

01/22/2025

If you’re committing to teach yourself a new activity in the new year, why not include your pet in that resolution. It's as easy as 1,2,3, Sit.

What tricks does your pet know? Let us know in the comments.

01/22/2025

Today we would like to shine the spotlight on Kaitlynn and welcome her to the team! Here's a little bit about Kaitlynn-

"I have a 2-year-old son at home.
I have an almost 3-year-old Blue Heeler and an almost 7-year-old Chocolate Lab at home.
Been married 1 year this coming June.
I enjoy the farm life and anything outside and animal related.
I could talk about dogs all day long!
If I won the lottery I would own 1 of each breed: Great Pyrenees, Alabi, Central Asian Shepherd Dog, Kangal, Estrela Mountain Dog and Caucasian Shepherd Dog!
Currently obsessed with cows! Especially the Brahman breed!"

Kaitlynn's passion for building strong relationships with clients and her warm & approachable personality makes her a perfect fit for ensuring our clients feel supported and valued. 🐾

01/21/2025

We want to shine a spotloight on Kwanesia and welcome her to the team! Kwanny is actually a transfer from another VCA in Virginia. Heres a little bit about Kwanny-

"Hi, Im Kwanesia, my name is long and difficult to say so most people call me Kwanny! I've been working with animals since 2017. My journey started at Allegan County Animal Shelter as a volunteer for a few years. From there I applied for a job in my home city at
John Ball Zoo. It was a lovely experience! I even became a teen coordinator to share my love for animals with early teens while educating them as well, I would highly recommend this position to anyone. After the zoo, I began working in veterinary medicine, and I am on year 5 in this field. I grew up bringing in anything I could find, literally, rabbits, birds, frogs, etc. I grew up in the city, but I love my space and nature walks! If I ever have free time, I am reading, listening to music, dancing, sewing, drawing, ordering cat clothes, cooking, finding new things to try/ events to go to, or doing outdoor activities. I am happily married to the love my life, she has been a big part in helping me be the best version of myself, and I am a very lucky woman. I am the oldest of 7 children, my youngest siblings are identical twins, because why not?! I also have two very sweet nieces, two hilarious nephews, and one adorable godson in Virginia. My two kitties are Leo(2yrs) and rose(1yr), but I am a hardcore dog lover.... Also, my zodiac sign is Ta**us and that is me in a nutshell. I would love to own dwarf pygmy goats, nubians, and some potbelly pigs after finding a house to call home 🙂"

We’re excited to see the amazing contributions she'll bring to our team and the pets we serve. 🐾💙

01/20/2025

It's not every day a handsome boy like Rusty turns 7 so of course we had to do a little photoshoot! Rusty belongs to one of our amazing surgical technicians and he is always here to brighten our day. Happy birthday Rusty boy! 🎉 🥳

01/17/2025

Did you know a dog’s sense of smell is up to 100,000 times stronger than ours? Their noses can detect scents we can't even imagine! 🤯

Watch this video to learn more fascinating facts about how dogs experience the world through smell.

🎥: VCA Baring Boulevard Animal Hospital

01/17/2025

🎉 Today is a momentous day for us as we celebrate 8 incredible years as VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo! 🥳

This past year has been especially monumental, marked by our exciting move to a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital. We are deeply grateful to our dedicated staff, both past and present, for their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care to our beloved community. 🐾

Here’s to many more years of making a difference together!

01/16/2025

Our tech trainer Cass and referral manager Madi had the opportunity to host a lunch and learn with Bluegrass Animal Clinic today discussing CPR and other life-saving measures. It was a great opportunity to talk about high quality CPR 🐾

01/16/2025

Don't let a little snow ruin your pet's walk! We're sharing tips to help your pet avoid having jack frost nip at their nose on their next potty break.

01/15/2025

Arthritis can cause complications with keeping your pet healthy, and low-impact exercises can be a great way to manage your pet's health.

Follow along to learn how you can help keep your pet active!

01/13/2025

We wanted to thank the Misner family for their generosity in dropping off all these goodies this morning! We treated their sweet Sadie recently for accidentally swallowing a fish hook! We are happy to report that Sadie is doing well. Thank you for trusting us with Sadie's care 💕 🐾

01/11/2025

Our staff spotlight from last month was the one and only Dr. Kaitlynn Bednarski! Dr. Bednarski has also recently stepped into the role of Lead ER doctor. Dr. Bednarski brings a wealth of experience and passion for emergency veterinary care, and we’re excited to see the positive impact she will continue to have on our team, patients, and the community.

Dr. Bednarski has been an Associate Veterinarian with our clinic for the past three years. She is known for her commitment to excellence, compassionate care and endoscopy skills.

As our Lead ER Doctor, Dr. Bednarski oversee's and enhances our emergency services, helping to guide our team in providing the highest standard of care to our patients and support to their families. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving our mission forward, and we couldn’t be more excited for the future.

Here are some of the great things the staff has to say about Dr. Bednarski-

"You are so great and I have enjoyed working with you so much. You have made me feel so welcome when I first started here. You are very knowledgeable, and I love being on your shifts. I enjoy your positive attitude and drive that you put in every shift."

"Thank you for always jumping in to help me and rock out triages, you always go above and beyond for your patients and your teammates. I always know that I can come to you with any patient care questions or concerns and you will take the time to answer my concerns. Thank you for being amazing!"

"She is the sweetest, very caring and she likes to have fun. We love her."

"Her dedication to this hospital is one to be admired. Thank you for everything you do!"

"Dr. B has been the most encouraging, loving, caring, and brave role model I have ever came across. I look up to her in so many ways."

"Thank you for being awesome! your hard work and dedication is appreciated! Great Job!"

01/09/2025

All donations made to VCA Charities at any VCA Animal Hospital in California will support disaster relief efforts, including our work to help pets impacted by the current devastating fires in Los Angeles now through January 31st.

01/07/2025

Keeping our pets safe is our top priority!

Visit https://pets.vcahospitals.com/er-holiday to claim your 50% off coupon, find a VCA Animal Hospitals Emergency Care location near you.

Offer for free ER exams available for CareClub Members only. Offer for 50% off one ER exam. Both offers available at participating ER locations through 1/15/25. Terms and conditions apply.

01/06/2025

As the seasons change, it’s crucial to keep your pet cozy and safe from the elements. Our winter safety tips will help your pets stay safe and warm, no matter the weather!

12/31/2024

Happy New Years from VCA! We hope you and your pets have an amazing day to welcome the new year! #2025

12/30/2024

We’ve had some paw-sitively amazing pet moments in 2024! We’re thrilled to have cared for over 3.7 million animals this year!

Thank you for trusting us with your pets—it's been an honor to be a part of their journey. Here’s to many more unforgettable moments in the year ahead! 💙