Clarendon Animal Care

Clarendon Animal Care Clarendon Animal Care is a Fear Free Certified Practice with two convenient locations! Discover exceptional veterinary care at our AAHA-accredited hospital.

Clarendon Animal Care is a Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice located in Arlington, VA. We have two locations - CAC North in Clarendon, and CAC South off Columbia Pike. Open since 2015, we are dedicated to providing the Arlington community with high-quality, low-stress veterinary care. We offer comprehensive services such as general veterinary care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, behavior ma

nagement, and international travel coordination. Our mission is to provide top-notch, personalized veterinary care, emphasizing the human-animal bond, and promoting the mental and physical well-being of our patients and one another.

09/04/2026

ChatGPT this, Google Gemini that… but can AI do THIS?

🎉 We’re back, baby! Power is back and we’re slowly getting everything back online! Thank you everyone for your patience ...
09/04/2026

🎉 We’re back, baby! Power is back and we’re slowly getting everything back online! Thank you everyone for your patience with us this morning. 🎉

Please note that we will be CLOSED for Labor Day weekend this Saturday 9/5 through Monday 9/7. We will reopen as usual o...
09/03/2026

Please note that we will be CLOSED for Labor Day weekend this Saturday 9/5 through Monday 9/7. We will reopen as usual on Tuesday 9/8 at 7:30 AM.

If your pet is having an urgent medical emergency, please go to your closest 24 hour veterinary facility.

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Our pets can be very good at hiding their pain, or not showing us the extent o...
09/01/2026

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Our pets can be very good at hiding their pain, or not showing us the extent of their discomfort. Cats, especially, may not show pain or discomfort until they are extremely ill.

MYTH - "My pet is young so they can't be dealing with pain." This is false. Young animals can certainly have all sorts of injuries or orthopedic concerns that can begin showing up in adolescence.
MYTH - "My older pet is just slowing down, but they're not in pain." This is false. Age is not a disease. Many older pets may begin compensating for joint-related pain, so they may become stiff and uncomfortable... and they may slow down on walks, stairs, and when getting up from laying down.
MYTH - "They're not limping or yelping so they're not in pain." This is false. As many people in vet med will tell you, we frequently work through pain. (Ask any veterinary professional how their lower back feels today...) Chronic pain doesn't always mean screaming in pain.

So what do you look for? Signs of pain can include: slowing down on walks and stairs, slower to stand or lay down, difficulty getting into the car or onto furniture, decrease in appetite, changes in respiration (breathing faster or panting), changes in grooming habits (not able to groom themselves), changes in bathroom habits (cats may not be able to comfortably get in and out of the litter box), or changes in sleeping habits (they may hide more frequently, be unable to get to their preferred bed, or be unable to get comfortable).

Changes in behavior can also be due to pain. There is a very strong link between pain and behavior, so if you notice your previously sweet cat hissing when you stroke them, or your previously calm dog becoming reactive on walks, or snappier at home, please have them evaluated by a veterinarian.

Did you know there’s no regulation in dog training? Your hairdresser needs more credentials to cut your hair than a pers...
08/31/2026

Did you know there’s no regulation in dog training? Your hairdresser needs more credentials to cut your hair than a person does to train your dog. That being said, you should be aware of what to look for when looking for behavior support for your pet.

You may see the terms “behaviorist” or “behavioralist” on people’s bios, but the only people who are actually legally considered behaviorists are either boarded veterinary behaviorists (DACVB), people with a PhD in animal behavior (CAAB), or people with a masters in animal behavior (ACAAB). If they don’t have those credentials, they’re not a behaviorist. 👎

The term “behavioralist” means absolutely nothing and isn’t even grammatically correct, so that’s a big ol’ red flag if you see it! 🚩

August 28th is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, so we'd like to take the time to remember some of our staff pets (as well...
08/28/2026

August 28th is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, so we'd like to take the time to remember some of our staff pets (as well as our infamous clinic cat) who have transitioned from this world. We miss them every day.

If you've recently had a pet cross the rainbow bridge, please drop their name in the comments so we can remember them with you. ❤🌈

Did you know? Your pet’s Fear Free vet visit actually starts before you even bring them into the clinic! Everything from...
08/19/2026

Did you know? Your pet’s Fear Free vet visit actually starts before you even bring them into the clinic!

Everything from forgetting to give PVPs to sitting in traffic to having to walk past loud construction on your way in can have an effect on your pet’s stress level, which can then impact their behavior during their vet visit.

As always, if you have any questions about how to make your pet’s veterinary appointments less stressful, let us know!

Did you know that children under the age of 5 are the most common victims of severe dog bites? There's a great organizat...
07/29/2026

Did you know that children under the age of 5 are the most common victims of severe dog bites? There's a great organization called Family Paws that offers resources and direct help!

🐾 Don't force interactions. Your dog doesn't need to meet your new baby! If interactions occur keep them short and positive, and monitor your dog's body language closely for discomfort or stress.
🐾 Teach children boundaries and body language. Dogs should be left alone when eating, sleeping, or playing/chewing with toys.
🐾 Never leave them unsupervised. Accidents can happen quickly, and if you are unable to actively supervise, make sure dog and child are separated by a barrier.
🐾 Baby gates and playpens are your friend! These are great ways for dogs to be near the family without directly interacting, especially if you aren't able to fully monitor the situation.

Other things to remember: dogs are not jungle gyms - allowing children to climb, sit, or ride on them can cause pain, injury, and quickly lead to a bite. Working on "gentle hands" and reminding small children not to pull or grab ears, tails, jowls, etc. is important!

Are you prepared for an emergency? 🔥 Ensure you have a plan in place, and practice ahead of time so everyone is prepared...
07/22/2026

Are you prepared for an emergency?

🔥 Ensure you have a plan in place, and practice ahead of time so everyone is prepared.
🔥 Some pets will hide during stressful situations, so know your pet's regular hiding spots to relay to any responders going into the home.
🔥 Collars with tags will ensure you can be contacted in an emergency, and a microchip can link your pet back to you if they manage to escape your home.
🔥 Rescue stickers on storm doors, windows, or garage doors can help alert first responders how many pets may be inside and how to contact you.
🔥 Know where your nearest emergency veterinary facility is and how to get there in case your pet needs medical attention.

Address

3000 N 10th Street Suite B
Arlington, VA
22201

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 12pm
1pm - 7:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 7:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+17039979776

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