VCA Crocker Animal Hospital

How healthy is your cat smile? Believe it or not it is very important for cats to receive dental care. Hear from a VCA expert on the benefits of maintaining a regular cleaning regimen for your cat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YVe8jtVL_s

Dental cleaning is crucial for dogs during their adult years. Call us to learn how CareClub's personalized care plans can help keep them happy and healthy.

Two cross-country skiiers were missing overnight in a winter storm. The authorities didn't know where to start searching -- and the clock was ticking. Fortunately, search & rescue dog Please was on the case! Here's the amazing story: https://bit.ly/vcaplease #vcavoice

Distemper outbreak among wild animals has been reported in Marin County. Please make sure that your pets are up to date on their Distemper vaccines and avoid having your pets come in contact with wild animals. Remember, you can review your vaccine records on the myVCA app. Call us if you have any questions or if you need to make an appointment. Thank you! https://www.discoverwildcare.org/a/distemper-outbreak-2020/

We know you’re so excited to go on some autumn nature walks with your dog, but for this #FallSafetyTip, make sure you watch out for snakes, some of which can be venomous! They’re preparing for hibernation and may be a little crankier if disturbed by a curious pet! When walking or hiking, if something happens to your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. #VCApets

We are monitoring all of the fires across Northern California and hope everyone is staying safe. If you have been evacuated due to a fire and need assistance with boarding your pet, VCA Animal Hospitals in Northern California are offering free boarding. However, due to Covid 19, capacity may be limited and some hospitals may not be able to take in as many boarders as they would like. If you are in need, please call the specific location ahead of time to inquire about availability. Thank you.

Our hour are changing temporarily. In an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of our clients and hospital team, our hospital will be temporarily adjusting our hours of operation. Effective August 1st, our temporary new hours are: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm. During this time should you have a medical emergency while we are not open, please contact Sage Campbell at 408-343-7243. We are here to continue to help your pets as needed. Please reach out to us at 408-272-1...330 if you have any questions or visit www.vcacrocker.com Sincerely, The Health Care Team at VCA Crocker Animal Hospital.

Today doesn’t just mark the first day of August, it’s also the start of Dogust, the Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs! This wholesome holiday marks an honorary birthday for adopted shelter dogs, as their exact ones are often unknown. Looking to adopt? Click here to find a VCA shelter partner: bit.ly/2OCi0QW #VCApets

We’re thrilled to be supporting the ASPCA in their National Adoption Weekend from June 5-7! The pandemic has created a huge need for adoptions across the country please consider opening your home to a cat, or dog. All adopted pets from this event will receive their first free exam and a $250 health guarantee at a VCA Animal Hospital. Click below to search for a participating shelter or rescue near you and learn how you can #AdoptFromHome! #VCAcares www.aspca.org/AdoptFromHome

Dr. Karen Sueda, Behavior Specialist discusses anxiety prevention for dogs in this great article: https://www.businessinsider.my/prevent-separation-anxiety-i

On this unprecedented World Veterinary Day, please join us in celebrating every veterinary professional who has dedicated themselves to caring for the world’s pets. #worldveterinaryday #lovevca

Do you need to bring your pet in for a visit? Here is some information that you will need about navigating your visit with us.

We’re committed to protecting the health and safety of our clients and staff throughout COVID-19 while ensuring all pets get the care they need. And we’ve introduced new admittance and check-out procedures to limit direct human contact. Learn more: bit.ly/vcacares20 #vcacares

The VCA Crocker team just wanted to provide a brief update. Our hospital is still OPEN and our doctors are still seeing patients. However, we are taking precautions and have modified our protocol for appointments. Our lobby access has been restricted, which means our hospital doors will be locked. Fear not, when arriving for an appointment please remain in your car and give us a call. A Technician or Veterinary Assistant will come to your car and bring your pet into the ho...spital. Our doctors will give you a call on your cellphone to speak with you. As an additional measure for safety, we will only be taking payments by phone. Thank you so much for your understanding as we navigate this situation. Our team cares upmost about your safety and we are enforcing a strict cleaning policy. We ask that if you are feeling ill, please stay home. Please call us at (408) 272-1330 if you have any questions or need to modify your appointment. A client service representative will be ready to assist you.

We are committed to maintaining a healthy environment for our clients and staff. We are open to provide care to your pets. However, if you are showing any signs of illness, please call ahead to discuss. Read our statement on COVID-19: http://bit.ly/vcacares20

Goodbye 70’s, and hello 2020! We are excited to announce the remodeling of our treatment area. We will be open during normal hospital hours and will be seeing appointments. During the construction, please be aware that some services may be unavailable. Need to be seen? A Client Service Representative will be more than happy to schedule an appointment at 408-272-1330 or you can book online at vcacrocker.com

NATIONAL PUPPY DAY COMING UP!! With National Puppy Day just around the corner, show us your favorite puppy pics.