Introducing Hollymead Veterinary Hospital: New Name, Same Trusted Care
Since 1989, VETSS has been a trusted name in pet healthcare, serving the Charlottesville community with dedication, skill, and compassion. Now, we’re proud to announce our new name: Hollymead Veterinary Hospital. This rebrand marks a thoughtful shift to better represent the care we provide today—urgent vet care and general practice services for dogs and cats. […]
A Summer Guide to Heat Stress and Heat Stroke for Dog Owners
As we get into summer and the temperature rises, it’s important to be aware of how the heat affects your pup. Please read below to recognize the signs of heat stress and know when you should seek veterinary care for your pet. I’m comfortable outside. Why is my dog so hot? Unlike humans, dogs do […]
A Caring Guide to Planning for the Loss of Your Pet
Having pets is one of the most rewarding relationships a person can have. They provide us with humor, love, and lots of snuggles. With all pet families, however, there comes a time when we must say goodbye. Preparing to Say Goodbye to Your Pet For some, this comes after months or years of managing a […]
One Shot. Four Viruses. Protect Your Dog With the DAPP Vaccine
New dog owners are often full of questions: Why does my dog chew this? Why did it eat that? One of the most important questions is, “Why does Lucky need all these vaccines?” Simply put, puppies are very vulnerable to diseases. Which is why it is pretty amazing that there is a single shot, called […]
What to Do When You Find Hurt, Injured, or Lost Wild Animals
As winter ends and spring begins, it will be time for many of us to get back to hiking, kayaking, camping, and gardening. As we do this, we will come into contact with wildlife. This blog will cover a few tips on finding wildlife and what to do when you do so. What Should I […]
What to Expect at Your Pet’s Dental Procedure
“Your pet needs a dental examination.” Most owners dread the phrase, thinking it is code for yet another expensive, unnecessary procedure. In reality, dental care is anything but unnecessary. For one, dental disease can be incredibly painful. Left unchecked, it can create serious problems in the heart, kidneys, and other organs. Some of these health […]
Is Your Dog Squinting? It May Have a Serious Eye Condition
Has your dog suddenly begun squinting, but only on one side? This is probably not a wink of affection. It may have developed an open sore on the clear protective layer covering its eye. These types of wounds are called corneal ulcers, and are a very common cause for squinting and discomfort in dogs. How […]
5 Tips from Veterinarians on Being Prepared for a Pet Emergency
Pets don’t get sick on a schedule — Often an emergency will catch you off-guard, leaving you scanning for well-reviewed veterinary ERs at 3am, calling them to make sure they can see your pet, and frantically typing their address into your GPS. However, your pet emergency doesn’t have to be a crisis. Here are 5 […]
Fatty Holiday Foods Can Give Your Pets Pancreatitis
The holiday season is upon us and it is time for celebration! Like most pet owners, I love to include my pets in the festivities of the season. This tends to mean I slip them some of the delicious food my family and I are enjoying. However, I am very cautious in what foods they […]
Don’t Let Leptospirosis Ruin The Dog Days of Summer (and Fall!)
Does your dog like to swim in ponds or creeks? Drink from natural sources of water? Dig through other peoples’ garbage? If so, there’s a chance it could catch a dangerous disease called Leptospirosis, or Lepto for short. What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease of dogs and other mammals that primarily affects the […]
