Belchertown Veterinary Hospital

10/15/2026

When the drugs are excellent 🙃 Blue, loved by our assistant Alyssa, during a recent stay. He is such a goofy boy ❤️

10/15/2026

Meet Panini❤️ She is a 10 week old Japanese Chin who has some medical problems. Her breeder wanted to make sure she goes to a special home who will provide her with all of the care and love she needs, which is why she is now loved most by our technician, Dani ( and the rest of us ). Welcome to BVH family, Panini❤️

10/07/2026

Cookie Dough woke up from anesthesia after his dental procedure super hungry. We are not sure if there’s anything cuter than watching a guinea pig eat. ❤️

10/07/2026

It’s all about pink October. Your team at BVH supports breast cancer awareness.  🌸 🌸

10/02/2026

Ellie came in all dressed in pink just in time for October and breast cancer awareness 🌸

10/02/2026

Oh Storm🐈‍⬛😹 Storm, loved by our assistant Debbie, was our most entertaining patient on Tuesday ❤️

10/02/2026

We always enjoy a visit from Josie 🐶

10/02/2026

Rupert and his emotional support bucket did a fantastic job during his visit. Good job, Rupert ❤️

10/02/2026

09/26/2026

Amen

A PSA FROM A GSD OWNER ~ PLEASE SHARE
On September 23rd, 2026 "Heart of the Beast" starring Brad Pitt will debut in theaters across America.
Whenever a movie features an incredible dog, something predictable happens:
People leave the theater thinking, “I want THAT dog.”
And when that dog is a German Shepherd, I understand why.
They’re beautiful. Powerful. Loyal. Intelligent. Protective.
On the big screen, they can look like the coolest, easiest, most amazing dogs in the world.
But before you run out and get a German Shepherd because you fell in love with one in a movie, please understand this:
A German Shepherd is work.
A LOT of work.
I know because I’ve owned and loved German Shepherds for over 30 years. Actually let me correct myself . . . You don't own a German Shepherd, they own you.
The well-behaved dog you admire didn’t come that way by accident. German Shepherds need training, structure, exercise, attention, socialization, patience and consistency.
They need an owner who is willing to put in the time—not just during the adorable puppy stage, but for years.
They start shedding the first week of January and stop the last week of December and if you listen closely you can hear all the GSD owners laughing.
They’re strong. They will study you. They will learn your every move, and be there before you ask.
They’re intelligent enough to figure out what you’re doing wrong before you do.
They need physical exercise and mental stimulation.
And when you don’t give a German Shepherd a job, don’t worry:
They’ll find one. You just might not like the job they choose.
A German Shepherd can be one of the most extraordinary companions you’ll ever have. Their loyalty is unmatched, and the bond can be incredible.
But that relationship is earned through time, commitment, training and responsibility.
So enjoy the movie. Fall in love with the dog on the screen.
But please don’t choose a breed simply because Hollywood made it look cool.
Research the breed. Talk to German Shepherd owners. Speak with trainers. Visit a rescue. Be brutally honest about your lifestyle and the next 10–12 years of your life.
Because six months after the movie leaves the theater, that beautiful German Shepherd puppy may be a 70–90-pound adolescent who still needs you to show up every single day.
Dogs aren’t movie souvenirs.
If you decide a German Shepherd truly fits your life, wonderful. You’ll understand why so many of us love this breed so deeply.
But if you’re not ready for the work, do the dog—and yourself—a favor.
Admire the German Shepherd on the big screen. Don’t bring one home until you’re ready for the responsibility that comes with the star.
Reshared from Peisner