VCA Spooner Veterinary Hospital

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!

11/01/2024

In honor of Día de los Mu***os (Day of the Dead), we’re celebrating the Mexican Xoloitzcuintli (Xolo), one of the most ancient dog breeds. Known as “the healers,” Xolos are believed to ward off and cure ailments.

10/31/2024

10/30/2024

Halloween is fun, but ensuring your pets are safe, comfortable and happy is important! Use these safety tips to help reduce anxiety, escapes and accidental poisoning. If your pet eats something they’re not supposed to, contact your VCA hospital immediately.

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! 👻

10/29/2024

Fun fact! Cats have more bones than humans, with an average of 244 bones 🙀 Share photos of your feline with us!

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

10/27/2024

It's National Black Cat Day! This day was established to combat the superstitions and misconceptions that have surrounded black cats for centuries. It emphasizes the importance of celebrating and supporting these often overlooked and misunderstood feline companions. Do you have a favorite black cat? Post it in the comments below!

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.

10/18/2024

We celebrate our whole team during Vet Tech Week, but we want to make sure to give a special shout out to our Certified Veterinary Technicians Lisa and Angelina! Our hospital would not be the same without either of you - thank you for all that you do!

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

10/16/2024

We didn't have enough pictures for a contest, so we are featuring those that entered on our cover photo for the rest of the month!

10/14/2024

Happy start to Vet Tech Week! 🤎
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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!

10/13/2024

Have you ever seen an Irish Wolfhound puppy? We got to see one recently and he was adorable! If you want to see how big they get, check in comments for a picture of one of their adult dogs!

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

10/07/2024

We are having a Halloween Photo Contest!! We want to see your pets getting festive for Halloween! They can be dressed up in their favorite costumes or posing with some pumpkins or even just looking cute or scary! Make sure your pet is comfortable with whatever you choose.

Winner will get a GIFT BAG OF GOODIES (Treats, toys, VCA swag, candle). There will also a prize for 2nd place!
**Please read on for FULL rules and details.**
1) To submit photos, either send them by Facebook message or comment on this Pet Photo Contest post on our page. When submitting photos, please include the name of your pet(s). There can be multiple pets in the photo.
2) Entries must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Monday October 14th.
3) Pet photos will be randomly placed against each other in contests. Votes will be tallied via comments on the post. There will be 48 hours to vote on each post.
4) The Final Winners will win a bag of goodies and there will also be a prize for the 2nd place winner.
5) HAVE FUN! We are SO excited to see your pet photos!
This contest is open to all pet owners capable of coming to our hospital in Spooner, WI to redeem their prize. Prizes are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash or unrelated services.
Our contest is not affiliated nor endorsed by Facebook or Instagram. By entering, you are giving VCA Spooner Veterinary Hospital permission to share your submitted photo on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

10/04/2024

Happy 🌎💙🐹🐴🐱🐶🐰💙🌎

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

10/03/2024

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! According to the ASPCA, approximately 3.3 million dogs enter shelters every year. So if you are looking for a new best friend and want to do a good deed at the same, adopt a shelter dog! If you have a shelter dog feel free to share a picture below!

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!

09/30/2024

It's Pet Trick Day! Most people think associate tricks with dogs but other furry animals like cats, hamsters and even bunnies can be taught to do things like roll over, play catch, pretend to be dead and give high fives! What fun tricks does your pet do?

09/30/2024

A male neutered orange cat was found deceased in the turn lane between Luther Road and DVM Drive (just North of South Kwik Trip) this morning. He had amber-colored eyes, no collar and no microchip. He was estimated to be middle-aged. If this might be your cat, we have him here at the Spooner Vet Hospital.

09/28/2024

Fun Fact! 🐰 When happy, rabbits perform acrobatics called "binkies", which include giant leaps, kicks, and twists in midair.

09/26/2024

🍂 Hello, fall! 🍁 To celebrate the season, we’re sharing some fun activities to enjoy with your pet. Tag us when you hit BINGO!

09/19/2024

Did you know that you can get rewards for some of the items you buy for your pet at the vet? If you buy some things like Apoquel, Simparica and now Librela and Solensia, you can earn rewards though Zoetis! Scan the code or go here: https://www.zoetispetcare.com/rewards to get more info and sign up today!

09/12/2024

🍽️ Are you feeding your pet the right amount? 🐾 Overfeeding or underfeeding can impact their health, weight, and energy levels. Here are a few tips to ensure your furry friend is getting the right portion: ✅ Check food labels for serving guidelines ✅ Measure each meal to avoid overfeeding ✅ Consider their age, weight, and activity level ✅ Talk to your vet for personalized feeding advice A healthy diet = a happy pet! 🐶🐱❤️

09/08/2024

On the second Sunday in September, National Hug Your Hound Day dedicates a furry hug to our canine companions. All day long, be sure to give your pooch your full attention.

09/07/2024

Show off your dog's beard!

09/06/2024

People often associate September with the start of school, football season, and autumn — but it’s also Responsible Dog Ownership month. So while you’re planning your seasonal fun, consider these seven ways to celebrate your dog and practice your own responsible dog ownership.https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/seven-ways-to-celebrate-responsible-dog-ownership-month/

09/04/2024

Dr. Pederson has officially retired! We got him for an extra 1/2 day yesterday and Harley came in to see him one last time - he even dressed for the occasion! Happy Retirement! We will miss you!