Veterinary Park Potomac

09/06/2024

09/06/2024

Congratulations to our friends at FINS and our sponsors who have been nominated for ‘Best of Bethesda’ by Bethesda Magazine! ⭐️ Let’s show our support for all of these amazing businesses and cast our votes! Polling is open until September 30. Check out the nominations and the polling link below!

FINS Swimming - Best Kids Swimming

Veterinary Park Potomac - Best Veterinary Practice

Wink Eyecare Boutique - Best Place to Buy
Glasses (not a chain)

EagleBank - Best Community Bank

Best of luck to all of the nominees! 💫

https://bestofbethesda.moco360.media/

09/04/2024

VPP Family🐶🐶,

We just found our we have been nominated for Best Vet in Potomac as well! 🎉🎉🎉
We are honored to be nominated again and would love your support!

Voting just opened and will be open until Wednesday, September 18th at midnight! Scan the code below or go to https://bestofpotomac.typeform.com/to/oHINtraG to cast your vote!

Thank you to everyone that has made this possible! We couldn't do this without your support!

09/01/2024

Friendly reminder that we will be closed tomorrow for Labor Day!
We will reopen on Tuesday at 8am!

If your pet experiences an emergency while we are closed, please utilize one of the many ERs in our area:

APEX Vets ( silver Spring): 301-444-6500
VRA (Gaithersburg) : 301-926-3300
Bluepearl (Rockville): 301-637-3228
Friendship Hospital (DC): 202-363-7300
VEG (DC): 202-524-9199
ACHIEVE Urgent Care (Rockville): 301- 635-2300

09/01/2024

VPP Family,

We were honored to be nominated for the Best of Bethesda and now we have made it to the Elimination Round! From now until the end of the month you can vote to see us win Best Vet 2025!

Vote by visiting: BESTOFBETHESDA.MOCO360.MEDIA

We thank everyone in advance for all the support! 🐶🐱

08/19/2024

Good morning VPP Family! 🐶🐱
You asked and we listened! Last week we told you we had some exciting news to announce so it's finally time to let everyone know we are adding a third Full Time Veterinarian to our practice! 🎉🎉🎉
Dr. Monica will be joining the team next Monday, August 26th and will start taking appointments shortly after! We are so excited to have Dr. Monica join our team, allowing our client & patient base to grow even further so we can continue to bring you the gold standard care!

08/19/2024

This Saturday, August 24th, from 11-3pm come join us at the Park Potomac Ice Cream Social! 🍦🐱🐶
There will be giveaways from all the vendors, door prizes and games! Bring your family & furry friends for a great time!

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08/14/2024

Good morning VPP Family! 🐶🐱🐾

We have several exciting announcements coming your way over the next few weeks and this is our first one!

Due to extreme demand, starting in September we are extending our hours until 7pm Monday-Friday and opening on Saturdays from 9-2! We hope this will help us care for even more of our community!

Our next big announcement will be made within the next week! Can you guess what it might be?

08/12/2024

Good morning VPP Family!

One of our beloved patients went missing over the weekend and we need your help keeping a look out for him!

Hunter is a 18 month old Pomsky that weighs around 20lbs. He was last seen on Georgia Ave & Shorefield Rd in Silver Spring, MD on Sunday.

If you see him please call the number on the flyer to let his mom know!

He is a very friendly boy but can get nervous so do not chase!

Let’s bring Hunter home!!!

08/07/2024

Good morning VPP Family!
We will be opening at 9am this morning instead of 8am so we can hold a Team Meeting! We will return all calls and emails once our meeting is finished!

07/30/2024

07/15/2024

07/15/2024

🔥🔥EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING! 🔥🔥
It's been extremely hot the past few days/weeks and it won't be letting up until the weekend. Today will hit over 100 degrees so lets make sure that you're not only keeping yourself safe, but your pets as well. 🐾

🐾We know people like to take their pets with them when they go places but leave them home! The temperature in your car rises quickly and your pets can have a heat stroke within 10 minutes when left in the car. Do not risk it and keep them at home!

🐾Limit walks to 10 minutes at maximum when the temperature is above 80. Check the sidewalks and pavement they will be walking on first. Place your hand on the pavement for 10 seconds. If it becomes too hot for you, its too hot for your pet to walk on as well.

🐾After walks, check each paw pad and wipe them. Its common for pets to hide their pain and many owners do not immediately notice the damage done to their pets paw pads until later.

🐾Keep your pets busy inside by making them frozen kongs to work on, puzzle bowls, games throughout the house!

🐾If you notice your pet is experiencing any Heat Stroke symptoms, take them to your closest ER immediately!

07/10/2024

ATTENTION! We will be opening at 9:00am tomorrow (July 11th), instead of our regular 8:00am, for a Staff Meeting. Our phones will not be on until 9:00am and the staff will be unavailable during this time.

If you have a veterinary emergency, please contact one of the local ER's or Urgent Cares listed below:

APEX Vet (Silver Spring) : 301-444-6500
VRA (Gaithersburg) : 301-926-3300
Bluepearl (Rockville) : 301-637-3228
VEG (DC) : 202-524-9199
Friendship Hospital (DC) : 202-363-7300

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July VPP Family! 🐶🐱🎆🎉
We hope everyone has a great day enjoying the holiday! We want to ensure all our families keep their furry friends safe and inside today.

Although fireworks may be enjoyable for us, it isn't for our pets. The loud noises, parties, and commotion bring anxiety to our pets. Lets keep them safe this year!

Make sure your pet is wearing their collar AND tags today! Many pet parents make the mistake of not putting these items on their pets, thinking they will not run away but fear can cause a pet to run away. Even with your pet indoor, keep the collar and tags on! We see multiple cases every year of pets running out door, jumping through windows, jumping fences, etc due to the level of fear created by fireworks.

Make sure your pet is not only microchipped but that you have registered the microchip appropriately with your up to date information!

Exercise your pet throughout the afternoon to get excess energy out of them! This will help them relax during the festivities tonight, Give them frozen kongs, food puzzle and lick mats to help keep them occupied and relaxed.

We hope these tips help keep your pet safe today while you enjoy the holiday!

07/02/2024

We will be closed this Thursday for July 4th! We will reopen on Friday at 8:00am!

We hope everyone has a fun but safe holiday!
If you find yourself in need of an emergency hospital for your pet, please reach out to the follow:

APEX VETS (SILVER SPRING) : 301-444-6500
VRA (GAITHERSBURG) : 301-926-3300
BLUEPEARL (ROCKVILLE) : 301-637-3228
VEG (DC) : 202-524-9199
FRIENDSHIP (DC) : 202-363-7300

07/01/2024

Join us for Yappy Hour and Help Homeless Animals!
Enjoy an evening on the patio with your pup at WOB Bar & Kitchen Rockville on Thursday, July 11th from 5-8 pm! 🐾

196 E Montgomery Ave , Rockville, MD 20850, Rockville Town Center West

A percentage of proceeds will support the Montgomery County Humane Society and our mission to help homeless animals. We hope to see you and your furry friend there! 🐶🐾

06/20/2024

Please share! Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control is overwhelmed with stray dogs whose owners have not come to reclaim them.

Adoption applications are accepted on all pets as soon as they arrive, with the understanding that an owner has five business days to redeem a pet before it can be officially adopted by someone else.

06/17/2024

Please remember to plan ahead for the 4th! Fireworks are enjoyed by most people but animals are terrified of them. Call your vet and be prepared! 🐾

06/07/2024

Has anyone ever told you you’re twinning with your pet? Does your furry friend have a fabulous trick? Come to Paws in the Park and sign up for our Pet/Owner Lookalike Contest or our Best Trick contest. Prizes for top three in each category and dog toys for all canines who compete!

06/06/2024

Does your canine companion like cruising in style? Tail wagging, windows down? Come to Paws In the Park on Saturday, June 15th and pay a visit to our presenting sponsor Herson's Kia. They will have 2 electric cars on display – the KIA EV9 and the KIA EV6. Register now for a day your dog doesn’t want to miss!

05/29/2024

Less than 3 weeks!!!! Mark your calendars!

If your canine can count, then he’s probably told you that there are only 19 days until Paws in the Park! Is your dog ready to walk, wag, and wolf down some pup cups from Ben & Jerry's? Or visit the Treat Truck from Sweet Paws Dog Bakery?

Fun for everyone starting with the agility competition at 12:15 and the Best Tail Wag Contest at 12:30! We’ll have a variety of vendors from vets, to jewelry, to artwork and more. Our stage will be rockin’ all day with Rod Hendrix from 94.7 The Drive.

Your dog doesn’t want to miss this, so sign up here, https://secure.frontstream.com/paws-in-the-park-2024 to save money and miss the lines!

05/27/2024

It's that time of year again, when all the summer parties begin, so lets make sure our pets are safe!🐶🐱🐾

While it can be fun to take our pets with us, it can also pose risks for our pets safety during the summer.
Did you know Corn Cob ingestion is one of most common causes for foreign body surgeries during the summer for our dogs?🌽 Corn cobs do not break down, causing an obstruction and surgery to be needed. Anytime there is a corn cob around, please dispose of it appropriately. Always ensure dogs cannot get access to the trashcan the corn cobs are thrown away in as well!

Make sure your pet(s) cannot get close to the grill. Many pets will smell the food on the grill and jump up to see whats cooking. This can lead to pets burning their paws and mouth. This can also cause them to knock the grill over, leading to hazardous food for them falling to the ground, grease spilling and possible injuries occurring.

Ensure there is always cold, fresh water available for your pet(s) and shady areas for them to relax in. Set these areas up prior to the party beginning so you won't have to think about them as much during the party. We hear alot that people get carried away during the party and forget to check on the animals at the party. This leads to pets getting heat exhaustion or running out of water and becoming dehydrated. If you set these areas up prior, you won't have to check as much and your pet can stay safe, cool, and hydrated!
*Tip: Always ensure your pet has access inside. This will allow your pet to cool down as they need it without you having to worry.

If there are going to be fireworks, make sure your pet(s) are inside before anything begins. Avoid crowded areas with your pet during these times and make sure they are safe and inside to reduce any anxiety.

We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday!

05/27/2024

We hope everyone has a safe and fun Memorial Day today!
Please plan ahead and make sure you know which ER listed below is closest to you, in case an emergency arises.

05/23/2024

Thankful Thursday!
BRAIN GAMES ARE FINALLY HERE! 🙌
Challenge yourself and your dog in a TOTALLY NEW WAY! Teach your pup to:
* READ signs!
* Identify Different Colors & Shapes!
* Discern between toys by name!
* Learn a new concept each week!
SPACE IS LIMITED. Register 👇🏼
https://www.4onthefloor.dog/service-page/brain-games?referral=service_list_widget

05/22/2024

Good morning VPP Family! 🐱🐶🐾
Summer time is coming up very soon and the heat has already arrived!☀️
With today hitting 90 degrees, we want to ensure all our pet parents are educated on the dangers of summer time and the very real threat of Heat Stroke!

When the temperature reaches 80 degrees and above, it becomes very dangerous for our furry friends. If a pet is left in direct heat for more an 15 minutes at this temperature, heat stroke can occur. Heat Stroke can be fatal so lets make sure to keep our pets safe this summer!

When taking your pet on a walk, check the pavement/sidewalk first to ensure it isn't too hot for their paws. You can check the pavement by placing your hand on the pavement for 5-10 seconds. If the pavement becomes too hot for you to keep your hand down, then its too hot for your pet to walk on! Consider walking them in the grass, walking them earlier in the morning or later at night when it becomes cooler outside. Take your pets on shorter, more frequent walks during these temperatures. Also check your pets paws after a walk to ensure they have not sustained any injury due to the hot pavement.

*Pavement is 20-40 degrees hotter than the temperature outside in the summer. When it reaches 80+ outside, pavement will feel 100+ degrees on your pets paws. Pets paw pads can sustain burns quickly in these temperatures so we must be aware of potential hazards.

Always remember, pets cannot cool themselves off the same way we do. Pets sweat through their paw pads and panting. If they're exposed directly to a heat source, they cannot adequately cool themselves off and this can lead to fatal consequences.

If your pet is experiencing any of the signs below, they need to be taken to an ER immediately:
-Heavy panting for more than 15 minutes after being outside
-Difficulty breathing
-Excessively thirsty
-Bright red tongue AND gums
-Thick saliva and drooling
-Vomiting and Diarrhea
-Staggering: unsteady when walking
-Lethargic/Exhausted

Keep your pets happy and healthy this summer by keeping them inside & cool!

05/20/2024

Happy National Rescue Dog Day! 🐶🐾

Have you been considering adding a new member to your family? Today would be the perfect day! Visit a shelter today to find your new best friend! 🐶
Shelter staff go above and beyond to give every animal they encounter the best life possible while they're with them. However, shelters are stressful situations for a lot of pets and they all deserve to find their forever homes so take a chance and visit your local shelter today!

VPP strongly supports all our local shelters and encourage the community to help out our shelters any way they can!

Things you can do to help:
- Become a volunteer at a shelter
- Help walk shelter pups
-Spend some quality time with a shelter pups
-Donate blankets and food
-Give a dog a break from the shelter and foster them!
-Adopt a shelter dog!

Any little thing you do for a shelter animal may seem small, but to a shelter pet it will mean the world🐾🐶🩵

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at VPP to all of you!
Whether its our own personal pets or our patients, we treat them all the same. We love making our patients feel as comfortable as possible when they're with us and treat them like they're family🤍

We hope everyone has a wonderful day!🐾🐶🐱💐

05/10/2024

Come see us tomorrow!!!

Thankful Thursday & Ask the Trainer!

We are so thankful to our partners, especially Veterinary Park Potomac, and PETS ARE HOME!

Come join us on Saturday for a very special ASK THE TRAINER & ASK THE VET at PETS ARE HOME in ROCKVILLE/TRAVILLE!