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Love is in the air! Just be sure that love is all you share with your pets this Valentine's Day. Keep common holiday health hazards like candy, chocolate, candles, and flowers away from prying paws to ensure a lovely day is enjoyed by all. If your pet does end up needing emergency care, we're here to help 24/7, 365 days a year. https://1l.ink/J5NHRTK

How can you tell if your pet is having a problem with his heart? These symptoms can be clues that cardiac evaluation is necessary. Especially if your primary care veterinarian sees a problem, you may be referred to a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, like those we have here at VSEC. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Yyyk92

Your pet loves you unconditionally, and now it’s time to return the favor by taking care of their heart! Check out our blog post on cardiac care for facts about heart disease, signs and symptoms to watch for, and ways we diagnose and treat pets whose hearts need a little extra love. https://1l.ink/ZQG32Q8

February is American Heart Month, so we're taking the opportunity to share the love - and drop some knowledge about how we handle your pet's hardest-working muscle. Heart disease affects roughly 10% of dogs and 15% of cats, though some breeds are much more prone than others. The good news is, it's often treatable. That's why we've built a progressive cardiology department that offers advanced medical, interventional, and surgical care to help animals diagnosed with heart disease. Learn more: https://1l.ink/8NCXCDV

Your pet’s accidents, injuries and illnesses don’t only put stress on your family they can put a hole in your shiny new yearly budget, too. Pet insurance can help. Make this the year you protect your pet and your hard-earned savings with pet insurance. Learn more here: https://1l.ink/F46LVTP

Our surgical team is known for their amazing team Halloween costume. We can't wait to see what they wear this year! Here is a photo of the surgery department from last Halloween along with a rendition of one of our favorite songs. Sunny Day... Sweepin' the stitches away On my way to where the vets are sweet Can you tell me how to get? How to get to the VSEC Surgery Team Come for surgery Everything will be A-OK Friendly vet techs there That's where we meet Can you tell me how to get How to get to the VSEC Surgery Team It's a grassy ride Every door will open wide To happy pets like you Happy vets like me What a beautiful sunny day With the VSEC Surgery Team!

It is officially the spookiest time of the year! Make sure to follow these important safety steps to keep our furry friend this Halloween. Remember we are open 24/7 for all pet emergencies.

VSEC proudly accepts pet insurance for specialty and emergency care. Pet insurance ensures that many or even most unexpected bills will be largely covered (depending on your coverage). Importantly, if your pet's advanced care is taken care of, you won’t have to choose between your family’s budget and your pet’s healtha decision we know that many pet owners, unfortunately, have to make. http://bit.ly/2zWrLC3

Happy National Vet Tech Week! Help us thank our talented and extraordinary team of veterinary technicians who passionately care for every pet that comes into our hospital. #NationalVetTechWeek

Thank you to all of our clients for their patience and understanding during these challenging times. Learn more about our curbside and online protocols here: https://www.vsecto.com/covid-19-protocols/

Our team of board-certified veterinary specialists and emergency veterinarians are here to help your pets day or night - 24/7. https://www.vsecto.com/about-us/meet-our-team/

A little early Halloween spirit to brighten up your day!

Before you arrive for emergency or specialty care for your pet, please review our latest safety protocols. We continue to provide curbside services for the health and safety of our staff, clients, and patients.

Thank you, Julie, for entrusting us to provide specialty care for Charcoal.

As a pet parent, it is essential to be aware of the signs of pain in cats and dogs. If your pet is experiencing any of the following, please speak with your veterinarian. VSEC is open 24/7 for emergency care. Please call us first before arriving at our hospital so that we can assess the urgency. https://bit.ly/2Jkkd0j

We understand that hearing the word cancer can be frightening, especially when it involves our beloved pets. The good news is that there are now many options for treating pets with cancer, and animals typically experience far fewer side effects than do humans when undergoing similar treatments. Most importantly, at VSEC, we are here to provide you with all of the information and options for treatment that you’ll need to make the best decisions for your family and your pet. https://bit.ly/2U7sqey

As we can see now, smoke from wildfires can travel for hundreds of miles and affect human and animal health. If you can smell or feel affected by smoke from a fire, your pet most likely will too. To protect your pets from smoke irritation: Keep all pets indoors with windows and doors closed shut... Once you start smelling smoke, get your outdoor dogs and cats indoors immediately Avoid walks or extended time spent outdoorsmake potty breaks brief Learn more from our blog on how to keep your pets safe during the long fire season. https://bit.ly/2YPHb5w

Did you know there are veterinary specialists in internal medicine? In fact, there are many complicated conditions where a pet would benefit from the expertise of a board-certified veterinary internist. Any veterinarian may perform diagnostics as part of their veterinary practice. However, if a condition is not resolving or a definitive diagnosis has thus far been illusive, you should consider a board-certified internal medicine specialist. Learn more here: vsecto.com/veterinary-internal-medicine-specialists-solve-/