VCA Animal Care Center of Sonoma County

11/12/2024

Choose your perfect fall adventure! Comment below and let us know how you and your pets will be celebrating. We'll be watching the stars with our cat! 😸 ✨

11/11/2024

A pet diabetes diagnosis can be stressful! But when it is detected early, and consistently monitored and treated, pets can live long, comfortable lives.

With your loving care and our commitment to your pet’s health, we can manage diabetes together.

11/08/2024

Did you know VCA accepts the CareCredit credit card for all types of veterinary expenses, including your pet’s mobility and joint care?

Learn more about CareCredit and see if you prequalify at https://www.carecredit.com/apply/?sitecode=1gfasemla78

11/07/2024

It’s National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and we want to showcase over 150+ amazing shelter partners across the country that help countless pets find a good home!

10/30/2024

Have a happy & safe HOWL-oween!🎃

Everyone's entitled to one good scare for Halloween, but not when it comes to your pet's health! 👻

10/28/2024

Be careful this Halloween before your pet starts goblin treats they shouldn't. 🙀 Eat, drink, and be scary!

Make sure to look out for any treats that can be hazardous to your pet.🍬

🎥: VCA South Shore (Weymouth) Animal Hospital

10/25/2024

Weight management is an important part of pet care and helps them to live long and healthy lives.

10/24/2024

You better be-leave you need to keep an eye out for fall dangers! We're sharing some items to watch out for next time you take your pet outside to watch the leaves. 🍂

10/22/2024

It's crucial to make sure that your pet's medication is not expired. Drugs may not be safe or effective beyond the specified expiration date.

10/21/2024

Is it true that dogs can only see in black and white?

Watch and find out if there’s more than meets the eye.

10/17/2024

Shockingly, pets CAN be picky eaters! 😹

We've got some hacks to make healthy snacking a routine part of your pet's diet.

10/17/2024

At VCA, we all fam 💙

Party Animals 🥳:
🎂🦎 VCA South Dade Animal Hospital
🎉 🐶 VCA All Pets Animal Hospital Salinas
🎊 🐕 VCA Wellington Animal Hospital
🎈😸 VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital

10/14/2024

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! 🎉

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all veterinary technicians! We're excited to share some special moments of our team reading heartfelt thank-you notes to and from their DVMs across VCA.

Our hospitals simply could not operate without the dedication and expertise of our incredible veterinary technicians. Thank you for everything you do!

10/10/2024

It's hard to leave your pets at home when you have errands to run, but being separated could cause your pet to become overly anxious. It's important to be aware of separation anxiety to help your pet overcome it.

Make sure to schedule an appointment with your VCA veterinarian to discuss how to handle your pet's separation anxiety.

10/08/2024

We couldn't help FALL-ing in love at our photo booth! 🍁

🍁📸: East Islip Animal Hospital

10/04/2024

Happy 🌎💙🐹🐴🐱🐶🐰💙🌎

Our world revolves around pets, so we're sharing our world with you!

10/03/2024

You don't have to climb a mountain to go on an adventure with your favorite dog.

Celebrate with a simple walk that can help promote an active life for your pet.

10/01/2024

In celebration of National Fire Pup Day, we're spotlighting Dalmatians and their history at the firehouse alongside firefighters!

09/21/2024

Cute Dog Alert! This sweetie is Spike; he is here to help relay that our emergency service department will be open all weekend.
If you are having an emergency with your pet, call 707-584-4343 to speak with our staff so we can determine how to best assist you.

09/19/2024

Mojo got to go on his first walk since having back surgery with our neurologist Dr. Lavely. Post-operative care for our patients often involves strict rest and confinement while recovering. Mojo is not allowed to go for long, strenuous walks yet so his mom is utilizing stroller rides for him as he heals. Recovery plans are developed with the doctor and customized for each patient.
Helping pets, one patient at a time!

09/12/2024

Our surgery department partnered with local rescue Dogwood to help with surgical repair on this adorable Pomeranian puppy. Thank you to Dr. Margo Mehl and her surgery team, Tamara and Jasmine, for their commitment to provide compassionate care to animals in need.

09/10/2024

Brooklyn is a 6 month old ShihTzu mix who presented to our emergency services department after injuring her leg; X-rays revealed a femoral fracture. Brooklyn's care was transfered to Dr. Mehl, a board certified surgeon, who surgically repaired the fracture with pins. Surgery went well and Brooklyn is on the road to recovery. Her family is happy to be reunited agan!💗

09/05/2024

Abbey presented to the internal medicine department for an assessment with Dr. Schachter, a board certified Internal Medicine Specialist. Abbey's family described several abnormal symptoms: excessive water intake & urination, lack of energy, failure to regrow hair, and pot-bellied appearance. After consultation and diagnostics, it was determined that Abbey has Cushing's disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism; this is a serious health condition in dogs that occurs when the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Dogs with Cushing’s often experience a lower quality of life and may be at risk for other serious illnesses and conditions, such as diabetes and kidney damage. Most veterinarians treat Cushing's disease with medication that reduces the production of cortisol. While there is no cure for Cushing's, the medication can help reduce the clinical signs and help dogs like Abbey to have a better quality of life and reduced health risks.
Thanks to Dr. Schachter and her internal medicine team for helping Abbey live her best life!
If your primary veterinarian has recommended an internal medicine consultation, call 707-584-4343 to speak with our staff.

09/02/2024

Thank you to our hardworking staff for the exceptional care of animals in our community 365 days a year!

08/31/2024

Happy Labor Day weekend.
Loki lives his best life with our specialty service coordinator Emilie. Be like Loki and get out and enjoy this beautiful weekend!

08/30/2024

As National Dog Month comes to an end this year, we would like to intoduce you to Olive (chiweenie) and Pimiento (chihuahua). Both rescues 17 and 15 years ago! These lucky pooches have shared their home with Dr. Rinkardt, our regional medical director.
Caring for the pets in our community is our priority. Whether seeing patients in our emergency or specialty departments or adopting rescue pets, we are dedicated to helping each dog (and cat!) live their best life possible.

08/28/2024

International Dog Day is observed annually on August 26 to honour all dogs – no matter the shapes, sizes, age and breeds – and encourage adoption to all those who have yet to find a home and a family forever. To all the dogs we are fortunate to see, help, and love- we woof you!

08/22/2024

Cardiology Clinical Study Gratuade!
Clinical studies are crucial for advancements in veterinary medicine. The time and requirements are a huge commitment. We got to celebrate with Koda and his dad as they completed their final visit in a year-long cardiology Epochal clinical study. Their efforts will benefit other dogs for years to come. Thank you Koda💗

08/21/2024

Employee Pet Spotlight: Diamond is a 3 year-old German Shepherd who shares her home with our certified pharmacy technician Chetana. When Diamond is not at work with her mom, she loves to go to hiking at Taylor Mountain, relax on the couch, and go dig holes at the beach. She is a pro frisbee catcher, swimmer, and loves all things adventures. ❤️ Happy National Dog Month Diamond!

08/19/2024

Riley (brown) is a 6.5 year-old Shepard / Lab mix who loves to hike and play tag with chickens; she also likes to lay on the back of the couch like a cat.
Moose (black) is a 8-9 year-old Shepard / Lab mix who loves to jump and hike; he gets laser focus when you bring a ball out, he was a rescue!

08/17/2024

National Black Cat Appreciation Day! Percy wants to remind you that black cats are purrfectly fabulous! Be like Percy and get out and appreciate all that nature has to offer.

08/10/2024

Clear The Shelters is August 10 – September 10, 2024
Shelters across the country will be participating in Clear The Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign that helps find loving homes for animals in need. More than 1 million pets have found their forever homes since 2015; this year celebrates the 10-year anniversary. Shelters are full of wonderful pets looking for their forever homes. If you are looking for a new companion, consider visiting adoptable pets in your area.
Our veterinary assistant Sydney shared her canine friend with us: This is Jake! He was adopted in December from Front Street Animal Shelter. He loves soccer and food- bananas and carrots are a favorite snack. Jake knows so many tricks and is the bestest boy.

08/08/2024

International Cat Day is a celebration which takes place on August 8th each year to raise awareness for cats and learn about ways to help and protect them. We are honored to care for so many fabulous felines at our hospital through our emergency and specialty services.

08/07/2024

Oh what a difference specialty veterinary care can make!
This is amazing girl is Thelma, a 12 year-old Bichon Frise mix. She has congestive heart failure, kidney failure, and hypertension which are managed by our internal medicine and cardiology departments. The care and commitment partnership between the medical team and the family allow Thelma to thrive despite these life-threatening diseases.
If you think your pet would benefit from a consultaion with one of our specialists, please call 707-584-4343 to speak with our staff to determine how we can best assist you. Saving lives, one patient at a time!

08/03/2024

Sit, Stay, Sparkle is an annual fundraising event put on by Canine Companions. Five of our doctors (as well as two doctors from VCA PetCare East) attended the gala to support this local organization. This is another example of how we care for our patients and our veterinary community as a whole.
If you are looking for a worthy group to contribute to, please consider Canine Companions. They help change lives! https://canine.org/

08/02/2024

These are some of the smiling faces that work hard to provide exemplary and compassionate emergency veterinary care for your pets in need! Shout out to The Blue Crew!

08/01/2024

HAPPY NATIONAL DOG MONTH! This month we celebrate our beloved canine friends💜
Polli is pure perfection. As she basks in the sun, she indulges in one of life's simple pleasures...a day at the beach. Polli shares her home with her human Juli (one of our neurology technicians) as well as her best friend Otter the cat.

07/31/2024

Our team works hard to care for your pets. Our comraderie and commitment shows with every patient we help.
Today, we united in our purple and black scrubs! Go Team ACC!

07/29/2024

San Francisco Aid for Animals is an amazing non-profit that helps provide life-saving care to animals. Check out their page for information about their Penthouse Pawty, which takes place August 16th!

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! Get your ticket now!

Come join us on the top of the Salesforce tower for a fun evening of skyline views, food, drinks, a silent auction, and more! Link in our bio to RSVP and get your ticket today!

07/29/2024

Meow-velous Monday Reminder
With the high temperatures this summer, it's a good time to review a few heat safety recommendations to keep your feline friends safe and comfortable.
Help to maintain hydration by assuring that fresh water is available at all times for both indoor and outdoor cats.
Provide shaded areas for cats that are allowed outside; this may be trees, shreds, patios, and/or access to indoor places.
Keep cats indoors (if possible) in air-conditioned areas when extreme heat is forecast.
Use pet-safe sunscreen on the ear tips and nose of cats with light colored fur to help prevent skin cancer.
Know the signs of heat stroke, which can become life-threatening very quickly. These include: weakness/collapse, panting (it is not normal for cats to pant), drooling, vomiting, diarrhea. If you notice any of these, immediately place your cat in a cool area and wet her fur with cool (not very cold) water, and contact your veterinarian immediately. Our hospital can be reached at 707-584-4343.