Essex Veterinary Center

10/20/2026

Although Veterinary Technician Week officially started yesterday, we’re celebrating our amazing veterinary technicians all week long!

Our vet techs are the heart of so much of what we do here at Essex Veterinary Center. From monitoring anesthesia and assisting in surgery to collecting samples, running lab work, administering medications, taking X-rays, and caring for hospitalized patients, they wear so many hats every single day!

They’re there to comfort nervous pets, support worried families, catch the little details that make a big difference, educate clients, and help our veterinarians provide the best possible care. They work with patients of all shapes, sizes, species, and personalities, often juggling a dozen things at once while making it look easy!

Veterinary technicians bring an incredible combination of medical knowledge, technical skill, compassion, patience, and dedication to their work. They are advocates for our patients, an essential part of our medical team, and a huge part of what makes our practice special.

This week, and every week, we are so grateful for the hard work, heart, and expertise our veterinary technicians bring to Essex Vet. ❤️

Please join us in celebrating and thanking our incredible vet techs for everything they do! 🐾

10/12/2026

Due to a Comcast issue our phones and internet are down. Please be patient with us while we work with Comcast to resolve the issue.

09/03/2026

Rabies advisory!

The Health Department noted a recent case of rabies in a raccoon in the city/town of Essex, Vermont. Since wild animals move and interact with each other, a rabid animal detection means there is circulation of the virus and a risk of rabies from wildlife in the greater town area. All residents are urged to take steps to protect humans and domestic animals from rabies.
If you are bitten by an animal: wash the wound very well with soap and water and contact your health care provider. Follow all their instructions.

If your pet or farm animal was exposed to a wild or stray animal that might have rabies: contact your veterinarian. State law requires dogs and cats to be vaccinated for rabies — even barn cats.
If you see a wild or stray animal acting strangely, or are concerned about a rabies exposure, call the Rabies Hotline (1-800-4-RABIES) or report it to your town’s animal control officer.

Do not touch or pick up wild or stray animals – even baby animals – or try to make them into pets. Doing so can put yourself or your family at risk of exposure through a bite or scratch. You can’t tell if an animal has rabies just by looking at it. Interacting with young wildlife may result in them being orphaned or tested for rabies, which requires humanely euthanizing the animal. So, for their own sake, leave wildlife in the wild.

Learn more about rabies in Vermont – visit www.healthvermont.gov/rabies.

Rabies is a deadly viral disease of the brain that infects mammals and is fatal to both humans and animals. In Vermont, rabies is most commonly found in wild animals such as raccoons, skunks, foxes, bats and woodchucks. Cats, dogs and livestock can also get rabies if they have not been vaccinated. Rabies virus is spread through the bite of an infected animal. Rabies is transmitted when the virus is introduced into a bite wound, open cuts on the skin, or onto mucous membranes like the mouth or eyes.

06/26/2026

Please note our upcoming holiday hours! Make sure to get any precription refill requests in ASAP!

📅 July 3: Closing early at 4:00 PM
🎆 July 4: Closed in observance of Independence Day
🐾 July 6: Back to our normal business hours

We wish you and your pets a safe and happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙

06/25/2026

🎆 Fireworks season is here! 🎆

If your pet struggles with fireworks, thunderstorms, or other loud noises, you are not alone! Sileo is a prescription medication designed specifically to help dogs cope with noise aversion, helping make stressful events a little easier for both pets and their families. If you’re concerned about your dog’s anxiety this Fourth of July, give us a call to see if Sileo may be a good option, don’t wait until the fireworks start! 🐶❤️

📞 Don’t hesitate to reach out if you would like to try Sileo or need more information!

06/16/2026

POV: You walk through the wrong door at the practice

06/16/2026

🐶🏖️ Digging into summer? Make sure parasites aren't coming along for the ride!

Get $10 OFF your pet's f***l test when performed with a wellness exam from June 15 – September 30.

Routine f***l testing helps identify intestinal parasites early, keeping your pet healthier all season long!

06/15/2026

📢 Important Schedule Update 📢

Please note that Essex Veterinary Center will be closing early on Thursday, June 18th due to a scheduled technology system migration.

🕐 Closing Time: 1:00 PM
📅 Thursday, June 18

If your pet needs medication refills, food pickups, or assistance from our team, please plan accordingly and contact us before 1:00 PM.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as we make these improvements. We look forward to serving you during our normal business hours again on Friday!

🐾 The Essex Veterinary Center Team

06/11/2026

What brings more joy than a sentient cloud like Yoshi?

Every tail wag, happy purr, curious bird, and tiny exotic patient reminds us why we love what we do 🐶🐱🦜🐰

Thank you for helping us make it to Round 2 of the Seven Daysies!

Voting runs through June 15:
https://ballot.sevendaysvt.com/services/best-veterinarian-animal-hospital

06/10/2026

Halfway through voting and we’re still feeling incredibly grateful for all the support we’ve received 💙

Thank you for choosing local veterinary care and for supporting our team every day.

Vote here or visit the link in our bio:
https://ballot.sevendaysvt.com/services/best-veterinarian-animal-hospital