VCA McCormick Ranch Animal Hospital and Emergency Center

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 😅

📹

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!

10/06/2025

05/31/2025

😁🐶 It’s National Smile Day! 🐾💛
And who better to brighten your feed than the handsomest boy, Body – spreading joy one wag and grin at a time! 🐕✨
Smiles are contagious, and Body’s here to remind us that sometimes all it takes is a happy pup to turn your day around.

Drop a 🐶 in the comments if Body made you smile today!

05/30/2025

🐾💖 Happy International Hug Your Cat Day! 💖🐾

Today’s the purr-fect excuse to snuggle up with your feline friend! Whether they love a good cuddle or prefer a dignified head boop, give your cat some extra love today (with their royal permission, of course 😸).

📸 Share a photo of you and your kitty in the comments – let’s see those fluffy cuddle buddies!

05/28/2025

Thank you for the sweet words Beth! We are so happy we could be there for your client!

05/26/2025

Today is World redhead day. How are you celebrating this fun holiday?

05/21/2025

Here are some photos of our staff enjoying National Have a coke day (May8th) and Cinco De Mayo (may 5th). What did you do to celebrate these fun holidays?

05/19/2025

Top Five Ways to Keep Your Dogs Safe Around Pools

The heat is on, and everyone is feeling it, including your pets. Right now, your backyard pool looks pretty inviting, especially when they see you in it. After a raucous romp or an afternoon sunbathing by your side, your pup may be tempted to jump in or take a refreshing drink. But not so fast. Before your dog plays around the pool, ensure you’ve covered your bases – like having a dog life-jacket available whenever your dog is around any water.

Pools are for Swimming, NOT Drinking: Keep a bowl of fresh water outside near the pool and make sure your pet knows which place is meant for drinking. Although small amounts of chlorine may not hurt your pup (like what you may inadvertently swallow while swimming), anything in excess can be dangerous. The pool is definitely not a water bowl for pets to drink from.

Make Sure Your Dogs Knows How To Swim: Believe it or not, the doggy paddle isn’t necessarily instinctive to every dog, and you don’t want to find out too late your pup doesn’t know what to do. Like with children, it’s best to get in the pool to supervise and guide their attempts as they learn to swim.

Give Them a Way Out: When working with them in the water, show them how to get out safely and make it part of the swimming practice.

Keep the Gate Closed or Pool Covered When Not in Use: Dogs love to play outside, and accidents happen. Just as a child could inadvertently fall in, so can a dog. If your dogs play outside alone, ensure the gate is closed, or the pool is covered.
Always Supervise Your Pets Around Water: Just as you would watch children around water, your pets should also be supervised in case of an accident.

05/15/2025

For this week's AHS adoptable pets, we would like to introduce Tucker & Bane!

Tucker is a 10-year-old Chihuahua and Bane is a 12-year-old American Pitbull Terrier mix. They were surrendered to AHS at the end of April after their previous owner could no longer afford to care for them. These two are very shy and depend on each other for confidence and emotional support. We hope to find a family that has room in their home and heart to adopt them both.

Read more about this adorable duo at azhumane.org/adopt.

05/07/2025

For this week's AHS adoptable pet, we would like you to meet Maverick!

Maverick is an 8-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix who has been waiting over 60 days for adoption since he was surrendered by his previous family. Maverick is a very sweet, older gentleman that is filled with love and friendliness! He enjoys leaning into people when he wants their attention! He is a well-mannered guy who loves playing in the water, going on hikes, and sunbathing. Maverick will just need to meet all dogs living in his home before adoption to ensure it’s a good fit.

All dogs 50 pounds or more still have $0 adoptions, including Maverick, to help find their forever homes! Read more about him at azhumane.org/adopt.