Palisades Vet Clinic

09/25/2025

🐾✨ Boarding at Palisades Veterinary Clinic ✨🐾
Going away or need a safe place for your pet during the day? We’ve got you covered! At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, an independent, family-owned clinic serving DC pets, our trained staff provides compassionate care for cats and dogs.

🐱 Cat Boarding
We offer comfortable boarding for our feline patients, with plenty of TLC from our team. Medications, injections, and fluids can be administered as needed. Veterinary services can also be scheduled before or during their stay.

🐾 Day Boarding
Don’t need overnight care? Dogs and cats can spend the day with us! Our spacious cages and runs can accommodate pets of all sizes.

✅ All pets must be up to date on vaccines (rabies, distemper, and bordetella for dogs).

📅 Ready to book your pet’s stay? Call us today!
📞 (202) 966-8320
🌐 palisadesvetclinic.com

Because your pets deserve the best care when you can’t be there. 💛

At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, we specialize in professional, caring service that’s responsive to your pet’s needs. Book an appointment at our D.C. animal hospital now.

09/25/2025

💉🐾 Keep Your Pet Protected with Vaccinations 🐾💉
Vaccinations are one of the most important ways to keep your pets healthy. They should be administered by a veterinarian or trained technician every 1–3 years to protect your pets from disease and reduce the risk of spreading illness to others.

At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, an independent, family-owned clinic serving DC pets, we offer:

For Dogs 🐶
Rabies
Distemper/Parvo
Leptospirosis
Bordetella (elective)
Lyme (elective)
Influenza (elective)

For Cats 🐱
Rabies
Distemper (FVRCP)
Leukemia (elective)

📅 Make sure your pet is up to date—call us today to schedule an appointment!

📞 (202) 966-8320
🌐 palisadesvetclinic.com
Because prevention is the best protection. 💛

09/24/2025

To the Clients of Palisades Veterinary Clinic,

I am sad to announce that after 8 years of caring for your pets, I will be leaving Palisades Veterinary Clinic. I want to thank each one of you for the dedication you've shown to your pets' health and the tremendous trust you've placed in me as one of their caregivers.

It has been a privilege to walk alongside you through the joys and challenges of pet ownership. I've been there for new additions, challenging illnesses, and heartbreaking goodbyes, and the bonds I've seen form between you and your pets have helped shape who I am.

I will miss seeing you and your beloved pets, but I am grateful for the years we've shared.

With deep gratitude,
Catie DeLuca, DVM

09/23/2025

✈️🐾 Traveling with Your Pet? We’re Here to Help!
At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, we know that traveling with your furry friend — whether domestic or international — can feel overwhelming. The process may take months to complete and often requires several visits. While it’s your responsibility to confirm travel, importation, and exportation requirements, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Domestic Travel
📅 Schedule your pet’s travel appointment within 10 days of departure.
✅ Always confirm requirements with your airline in advance.
📧 Email all necessary travel documents to us at least 72 hours prior to travel.

International Travel
🌍 Although our staff is capable of handling many requests, we highly recommend considering a pet shipping company. These experts can manage the entire process smoothly and stress-free.

🐾 Our clinic recommends Capital Pet Movers for international travel support.

For more details and resources, visit: https://www.palisadesvetclinic.com/boarding-travel/

Travel safe — and don’t forget to pack your pet’s paperwork! 🐶🐱💼

09/15/2025

🐾 Meet Dr. Mazin! 🩺✨
We’re grateful to have him as part of our Palisades Veterinary Clinic family. His care, compassion, and dedication make a big difference in the lives of pets and their people 💙.
As an independent, family-owned clinic, we’re proud to have veterinarians like Dr. Mazin on our team.

Dr. Mazin grew up in New York City before moving to the DMV. He attended veterinary school across the pond in Scotland at the University of Glasgow. After coming back to the states, Dr. Mazin worked in emergency medicine in Virginia for a few years. Dr. Mazin joined the Palisades Veterinary Clinic team in 2019. His veterinary interests include emergency medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, and endoscopy.

When not at work, Dr. Mazin can be found running and hiking with his three Australian shepherd mixes – Sophia, Cooper, and Emma. He enjoys spending time with them and also indulges in fishing or kayaking in one of DC’s many waterways.

09/15/2025

Meet Dr. Mazin, Associate Veterinarian at Palisades Veterinary Clinic! 🩺🐾

We’re lucky to have his skill, compassion, and dedication on our team.

Dr. Mazin grew up in New York City before moving to the DMV. He attended veterinary school across the pond in Scotland at the University of Glasgow. After coming back to the states, Dr. Mazin worked in emergency medicine in Virginia for a few years. Dr. Mazin joined the Palisades Veterinary Clinic team in 2019. His veterinary interests include emergency medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, and endoscopy.

When not at work, Dr. Mazin can be found running and hiking with his three Australian shepherd mixes – Sophia, Cooper, and Emma. He enjoys spending time with them and also indulges in fishing or kayaking in one of DC’s many waterways.

Learn more about our amazing team of vets here: https://www.palisadesvetclinic.com/about-us/

09/15/2025

🐾 Annual Examination Reminder 🐾 All wellness and preventative care starts with an annual examination by your veterinarian.

This nose-to-tail exam allows us to look, listen, and feel every major area of your pet’s anatomy.

✔️ We’ll check for any abnormalities
✔️ Share our findings with you
✔️ Create a treatment or wellness plan tailored to your pet’s needs

Staying on top of yearly exams helps us catch small issues before they become big problems—keeping your pets healthier, longer. 💙

📅 Call or text us today at (202) 363-8387 or visit palisadesvetclinic.com to schedule your pet’s annual exam.

09/12/2025

At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, our management team is the heart of our independent, family-owned practice. Their dedication, leadership, and love for pets keep our clinic thriving and our clients smiling. 💙🐾

✨ Victoria M. – Office Manager, with PVC since 2010
✨ Lauren D. – Client Services Manager, joined 2017
✨ Taiysha W. – Tech Manager, joined 2014
✨ Danell L. – Senior Technician, with PVC for over 12 years

From keeping daily operations running smoothly to ensuring every pet and pet parent feels cared for, this incredible team makes all the difference. Thank you for your years of service, compassion, and commitment to our clinic community.

We’re proud to remain independent and family-owned, with a team that feels like family too. 💙

💬 Have a kind word or story to share about our team? Leave it in the comments or send us an email at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you!

09/11/2025

Say yes to heartworm testing! Even protected pets could be at risk.

09/08/2025

🐾 Meet the amazing doctors at Palisades Veterinary Clinic!

💚 Dr. Dan Shillito (Medical Director)
💚 Dr. Elliot · Dr. DeLuca · Dr. Liu · Dr. Siech · Dr. Mazin

As one of DC’s few independent, family-owned clinics, we’re here to give your pets the personalized care they deserve.

📍 5138 MacArthur Blvd, Washington, DC 20016
📞 (202) 363-1316
🌐 palisadesvetclinic.com

Book your appointment today — we’d love to meet you and your furry family! 🐶🐱

09/08/2025

🐶🐱 Thank you to everyone who’s left us a review—we love hearing about your pets’ visits! 💚 Your feedback helps us grow and keeps independent vet care strong in DC.

Haven’t shared yours yet? Drop us a note on Google, Yelp, or email us at [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you! 🐾

09/03/2025

🐾 Calling all new puppy & kitten parents! 🐾
The best start in life begins with the right veterinary care. Puppies and kittens should have their first visits between 8–12 weeks of age. These early appointments are important because they include:

✅ Multiple examinations by a veterinarian or veterinary technician
✅ Core vaccinations (with boosters needed until at least 16 weeks of age)
✅ Deworming treatments
✅ Screening for common infectious diseases

At Palisades Veterinary Clinic, your pet’s care comes from one of DC’s few remaining independent, family-owned clinics. That means personalized attention, continuity of care, and a team who knows your pet like family. 💕

📅 Ready to schedule your puppy or kitten’s first checkup? Call us at (202) 363-1316 or book online at palisadesvetdc.com.

Palisades Veterinary Clinic — trusted, independent care for your growing family.