Academy Animal Care

Academy Animal Care Companion animal hospital serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding Hampton Roads Communities since 1996.

Glenn Chase, DVM • Maura Ambrosio, DVM • Hannah Adams, DVM • Marsha Councill, DVM

🐾 Meet Raisin, our resident firecracker (in spirit only)! She's rocking her sparkly headgear to remind everyone that saf...
07/03/2025

🐾 Meet Raisin, our resident firecracker (in spirit only)! She's rocking her sparkly headgear to remind everyone that safety shines brightest on the 4th of July!

💥 Loud fireworks can be scary for pets like Raisin. Here's how to keep your furry friends safe this holiday:
✅ Keep them indoors & comfy
✅ Make sure ID tags are up to date
✅ Avoid giving them party food
✅ Provide a quiet space away from the noise

Let freedom ring — but not too loud for our four-legged friends! 🐶❤️💙

Please note our hours for the Fourth of July holiday: 👉 Thursday, July 3rd, Academy Animal Care will be open from 7:30 a...
07/02/2025

Please note our hours for the Fourth of July holiday:
👉 Thursday, July 3rd, Academy Animal Care will be open from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon.
👉 Friday, July 4th, we will be closed. Happy Fourth!
👉 Saturday, July 5, we will be open 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

We hope you and your pets have a safe enjoyable time together. From all of us at Academy Animal Care! 🎉

Summer Pet Safety Tip: No Party Poopers! 🐾Barbecues and backyard bashes are summer staples—but they can be full of hidde...
07/01/2025

Summer Pet Safety Tip: No Party Poopers! 🐾

Barbecues and backyard bashes are summer staples—but they can be full of hidden dangers for your furry friends. Tempting treats like grilled meats, bones, corn cobs, greasy drippings and food wrappers might smell amazing to your pet, but they can lead to serious tummy troubles—or worse.

🐶 Keep an eye on pets and keep them away from people food, trash bins and unattended plates.
🐱 Watch for signs of vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy or unusual behavior.
🧅 Don’t forget—alcohol, skewers and certain human foods (like onions, grapes and chocolate) are toxic to pets!

Prevention is always the best plan, but accidents can happen. If you think your pet got into something they shouldn’t have, don’t wait—give us a call right away. We're here to help keep your celebration safe and pet-friendly!🧡

☀️ Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips!When the temps rise, so does the risk of heatstroke for our furry friends. Check these to...
06/27/2025

☀️ Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips!
When the temps rise, so does the risk of heatstroke for our furry friends. Check these top tips to keep pets cool and safe:

😎 Walk pets early or late — avoid the midday heat
💦 Make sure they always have shade and fresh, cool water
🚗 Never leave pets in parked cars — not even for a minute!
🐾 Hot pavement can burn paws — test it with your hand first

Watch for signs of heatstroke: Panting, drooling, lethargy, vomiting or collapse. And always call you vet or head to urgent care with any concerns.🚨

P.S. How do you keep your pets cool?
Let’s keep summer safe for everyone! 🐶🐱

Isabelle, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re so glad we could be there when your dog needed u...
06/25/2025

Isabelle, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re so glad we could be there when your dog needed urgent care. Emergencies like that can be incredibly stressful, and we're grateful our team was able to step in and help.

Wishing you and your pup many more safe and joyful beach days ahead! 🙌

Need medications or preventatives for your pet? Skip the trip — shop online! 💊 Our pharmacy partners deliver trusted pro...
06/23/2025

Need medications or preventatives for your pet? Skip the trip — shop online! 💊

Our pharmacy partners deliver trusted products directly to your door. From flea prevention to prescription refills, it’s all just a click away:
🛒 https://academyanimalcare.covetruspharmacy.com/
Convenient. Reliable. Vet-prescribed. Pet approved! 🐾

Going out of town? Make sure your sitter has everything they need to keep your furry friend happy and healthy.Here’s wha...
06/20/2025

Going out of town? Make sure your sitter has everything they need to keep your furry friend happy and healthy.

Here’s what to leave behind:
🕒 Feeding schedule
💊 Medication details
🚪 Emergency contacts
🐶 Notes on quirks, habits and fears

Bonus tip: If it’s their first time, schedule a quick meet-and-greet between your sitter and your pet—it can make a big difference. 💛

You are in the best hands at Academy Animal Care. 💛Today is Veterinary Appreciation Day, and we are celebrating the hear...
06/18/2025

You are in the best hands at Academy Animal Care. 💛
Today is Veterinary Appreciation Day, and we are celebrating the heart of our clinic—our incredible doctors, technicians and support staff. 🐾

Thank you for showing up every day with skill, compassion and endless love for the pets (and people!) who count on you. You make a difference in every tail wag, purr and happy reunion. 👏

Have a favorite vet story or a photo to share? Drop it in the comments to help us celebrate! 🐶🐱

And P.S. — bvwe have the BEST pet parents ever. Thank you for trusting us with your furry family!

🌞 Summer Adventures & Snake Safety for Pets 🐾Warm weather means more outdoor fun—but it also increases the risk of venom...
06/13/2025

🌞 Summer Adventures & Snake Safety for Pets 🐾
Warm weather means more outdoor fun—but it also increases the risk of venomous snake bites, especially in Hampton Roads, where Copperheads and Water Moccasins are common.

🐶🐱 Curious pets are at risk! Snake bites often occur on the face or paws and may show only mild signs at first:

Quiet or withdrawn behavior
Bleeding or puncture wounds
Swelling & bruising within hours

⏱ Act fast—early treatment greatly improves your pet’s recovery.
If you suspect a snake bite, contact Academy Animal Care or your nearest emergency vet clinic immediately.

Stay safe and enjoy summer responsibly! 🌿🐍

🚗 How Can You Keep Your Pet Safe in the Car?We all know pets love a good car ride—but their safety should always come fi...
06/10/2025

🚗 How Can You Keep Your Pet Safe in the Car?
We all know pets love a good car ride—but their safety should always come first!

✅ Use a secure crate or a pet seatbelt harness
🌡️ Never leave your pet alone in a parked car (even for a minute!)
🪟 Keep heads and paws inside the window—no matter how tempting it is!

Whether it’s a road trip or a quick vet visit, let’s travel smart.
💬 Got any car travel tips for pets? Share them in the comments below!

Thank you, Daine. We care deeply about the pets we see, and as pet owners ourselves, we truly understand what it's like ...
06/06/2025

Thank you, Daine. We care deeply about the pets we see, and as pet owners ourselves, we truly understand what it's like to be on the other side of the exam table. Your kind words really made our day — thank you for sharing them! 🧡

🧡 June is Adopt a Cat Month, and our local shelters are full of cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes. Thinki...
06/04/2025

🧡 June is Adopt a Cat Month, and our local shelters are full of cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes.

Thinking about adding a feline friend to your family? Academy Animal Care is here to help your new cat start off on the right paw! 🐾

We offer:
✔️ New pet exams
✔️ Core vaccinations
✔️ Spay/neuter support
✔️ Nutrition & behavior guidance

Already adopted your new furry roommate? We’d love to see them!
👉 Tap the call button to schedule their initial appointment!
📍 3372 Pruden Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434
Let’s help more cats find couches for napping! 🫶

Address

3372 Pruden Boulevard
Suffolk, VA
23434

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 1pm
2pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 1pm
2pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 1pm
2pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 1pm
2pm - 6:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+17579342273

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