Kinship Animal Hospital

06/21/2024

The Fourth of July is coming up and that means lots of loud sounds and fireworks! If you have a pet that gets anxious from certain noises, make sure you give us a call to see what your options are for managing the stress of that evening.

Please don't wait until the last minute! Remember that if your pet hasn't been seen by one of our doctors within the last year we would need to get them in for an exam before prescribing anything.
(The very good girl and boy in this photo are Roux and Gumbo 🥰)

05/24/2024

We will be closed on Monday, May 27th, for Memorial Day.
If you need any medication or prescription food before Tuesday, make sure you come in tomorrow between 8 and 5!
(The dog in this photo is Zerrah, a very sweet and talkative Husky boy!)

05/08/2024

Wow! What a difference a year can make! Some of you might remember this sweet lady, Winky, who we posted back in the Fall. This is her signature "high five" pose.
Since her annual exam last year, Winky has been eating Royal Canin Satiety food which is formulated to help keep your pet feeling full for longer periods of time. Winky was 23 pounds before starting the new food and now she's down to 12.9 pounds!!!
Now that she's done with her weight loss she just has to maintain her new physique. AND the doctor said she can have treats regularly again.

04/15/2024

We are accepting new clients!
If you are looking for a kind and dedicated veterinary clinic to take care of your pet, Kinship is the place.
This precious little bulldog, Smeagol, first came to us when he was just 11 weeks old, and that was almost 3 years ago! Would you believe he LOVES coming to appointments? That's something we hear from a lot of our clients.
Please visit our website or give us a call to get your dog or cat on the books!

Kinship Animal Hospital serves Richmond, Virginia with quality and personalized veterinary care for

03/27/2024

Our kitty friend, Wash, has the right idea here. This weather is perfect for snuggling up with a good book!
He insists that you relax and take it easy for the rest of the day. 😺

03/07/2024

This handsome fella belongs to one of our receptionists, Courtney, and today is his birthday! Jamal is 3 years old today. Happy birthday Jamal! 🥳

ALSO! If you're one of our clients and you have photos of your feline friends that you'd love to see on our page, please text them to our phone number. (804-424-3600) We get plenty of dog photos in the lobby but we're short on kitty pics!

01/25/2024

Let's talk parasite preventions for your pups! We carry several different types of prescriptions for heartworms, fleas, ticks, and other creepy crawlies.
Click through these slides to learn about some of your options. You can pick up all of these except the Simparica Trio in our clinic or you can order any of them (including Simparica!) through our online pharmacy listed on our website.

Any time you purchase in-clinic or through our online pharmacy you're helping to support a small business AND you're guaranteeing your products come directly from the manufacturer.

12/11/2023

Oh, snap! New kitty just dropped.
Is a thing? If not now it is!
Everyone meet Meaux, Dr. Smith's newest addition to his family.

Meaux is one of very few Maine C***s we've had come into the clinic!
(Did you know most cats people think are Maine C***s are actually just chunky Domestic Long-haired cats? But of course we love them all the same!) 😻😻😻

11/30/2023

What's the difference between a hill and a three-legged dog?
One is a slope up and the other is a slow pup! 🤣
Of course we're only kidding! Pets like Goose don't usually let much slow them down; they enjoy happy and healthy lives just like their 4-legged friends.
Do you think a pet store would give the owners 25% off of any pup clothes? 🤔🤭🐕

11/08/2023

This handsome hunk is Fred! As a bigger boy, he has quite the appetite and he is prone to begging for food between meals, sometimes becoming aggressive with his owner. 🙀
Did you know we offer prescription food that can help your pet manage their weight and feel full longer? Next time you see us ask about if a satiety food is a good option for your furry friend!

10/31/2023

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Happy Halloween from this ferocious Queen of the jungle!

10/18/2023

If you've been in the clinic during the past few months your pet may have been seen by our new(ish) Associate Veterinarian, Dr. Tanner Smith! Dr. Smith joined the Kinship team in the spring and he fits in wonderfully with our staff and clientele.

He attended the University of Connecticut as an undergraduate and received his veterinary degree from Atlantic Veterinary College in Canada.

At a young age, Dr. Smith developed a passion for caring for animals while he helped raise dairy goats and chickens on his family’s hobby farm. While in veterinary school, he discovered his love for small animals, with a particular affinity for cats.

In his free time, Dr. Smith enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his wife and family. He also likes making cat trees for his two feline daughters, Rosie and Mango (pictured here!)

We are so happy to have him with us!

10/06/2023

What could be better than a happy little Pomeranian named Winky waving at you? 🤔 We can't think of anything!
We hope everyone has a fun and relaxing weekend!

10/02/2023

Does today feel like the Mondayest Monday to anyone else?🥵😮‍💨

It's busy over here but smiling faces on sweet pups definitely help! Say hi to these beautiful Akitas, Nyla (7 months) and Koda (11 years)!

09/20/2023

Did you hear?! We're carrying NexGard PLUS now! Even though Summer is winding down, you should still keep your pups on monthly preventatives.

Made by the same manufacturer that makes your HeartGard and NexGard, NexGard PLUS is a single chew that protects your pet from parasites. Instead of giving one of each HeartGard and NexGard monthly you now have the option to give just one Nexgard PLUS each month that will protect them from the same creepy crawlies.

NexGard PLUS chews kill adult fleas and ticks, prevent heartworm disease, and treat and control 3 species of hookworms and 2 species of roundworms.

06/27/2023

Wren heard Canine Influenza is going around so she volunteered to help schedule tech appointments for anyone wanting to get vaccinated!

Call us today if you want to set up an influenza vaccine for your pup!

06/09/2023

Stay cool 😎 like Casper this weekend!

05/23/2023

What do y'all think? Is The Moon loving his haircut? 👀😻We think it's a very distinguished look! (His mom miiight have said he looks like a rotisserie chicken. 🤫🍗😹)

05/03/2023

Never leave the house without accessories! 🤩Little Miss Bella the Pomeranian always comes in dressed to impress.

You know what isn't a cute accessory? Heartworms and fleas! Make sure your pup is as happy as this one and is up to date on their preventatives!

04/25/2023

"Describe your perfect date."
"I'd have to say April 25th. Because it's not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket!" 🤣
-Miss Congeniality (2000)

Much like the weather today, these very good boys are *perfect*🤩 Raisin and Jax hope everyone has a perfectly beautiful day!

04/11/2023

Boy oh Boykin, do we have an awesome deal for you! (Get it? Because cute little Reverend here is a Boykin Spaniel? 🙄😅)

From now until the end of July, when you buy 12 Nexgard and 12 Heartgard you get an instant rebate of $80 instead of $60! This promotion is available if you buy your preventatives at the clinic or through our online pharmacy. If you buy them at the clinic you also get a free toy while supplies last! 🐶

With the weather warming up we definitely want your furry friends protected from all the creepy crawlies!

04/07/2023

We're pretty sure no one looks better in a raincoat than this poodle boy, Cucumber! Stay dry out there today, friends! ☔🐩

04/03/2023

Have y'all ever met a 100 pound teddy bear?! Our Rottweiler friend, Zaya, is super sweet (and obviously a very good girl, look at her sitting pretty!)

03/31/2023

Happy Friday! Our friend, Moose, wants you to know that the only things that should be taken seriously today are TREATS!
So here's a little joke in case you forgot to smile this morning:

What's the difference between a businessman and a dog on a hot day?
The business man wears a suit but the dog just pants!😹🥵👖😮‍💨

03/28/2023

With the weather warming up, be sure your pets (yes, your indoor cats too!) are current on flea preventatives.
This dashingly handsome Siamese, Dre (short for Dreidel 😻) just received his monthly dose of Revolution.

You can pick up either Revolution or Bravecto in the clinic! The doses of each last one month and three months respectively.

03/17/2023

Did you guys hear?! It’s Friday! Beautiful Bella (is that redundant? 🤔) is wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

03/15/2023

We hope everyone is staying warm on this blustery Wednesday! 🍃🐩Our poodle friend, Audrey, always made sure to come to the clinic in a cozy sweater on chilly days like this. 😍

We unfortunately had to say goodbye to this sweet girl a few weeks ago but the joy she brought us remains in our hearts. 💞

11/21/2022

With the holidays coming up, be sure to plan ahead for medication refills!

03/02/2022

Two years!

Two years ago today, Kinship opened its doors for the first time with a vision of what we could be and no idea what was in store. Since then, Kinship has grown more than I ever expected in such a short time. Our clients are wonderful and getting to be a part of your pets’ lives has been such fun. You have all been so understanding as we try to care for all of the animals that need us, while working to maintain our quality of care. Our staff has been steadfast and hardworking as we grow and change; new faces turning into trusted team members. They are the reason Kinship Animal Hospital has been so successful these past two years. Thank you to everyone in the Kinship community for being a part of our success.

-Dr. K

Richmond, Virginia Hi neighbors! Enjoy coming to the vet! Kinship Animal Hospital has the friendly feel of a neighborhood vet, with a great staff to make you feel welcome every time you come in. Nobody likes the cold, sterile touch of the veterinary status quo. Sick of feeling like just one of the c...