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CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets CVCA is the leading choice for veterinary cardiology. Entrust your pet's care to a board-certified cardiologist!

Our team of board-certified veterinary cardiologists treats more patients with heart disease than any other practice worldwide. Our expertise and top-of-the-line echocardiography equipment ensure an accurate diagnosis and the best outcome for your pet.

09/29/2026

As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, keep your pets safe this fall with a few key precautions:

Toxins & Treats: Keep Halloween candy, chocolate, and sugar-free treats out of reach, and watch out for toxic wild mushrooms on walks. 🍄

Chemical Hazards: Store rodenticides and sweet-tasting, highly toxic antifreeze safely out of access. ☠️

Darker Walks: Use reflective gear or clip-on LED lights during early morning and evening walks. 🔦

Cozy Precautions: Keep space heaters, fireplaces, and lit candles guarded against curious paws and tails. 🕯️

Yard Risks: Avoid letting dogs ingest acorns, pinecones, or moldy leaf piles, which can host lingering ticks. 🐿️

We are officially the president of the Blu fan club! 🐾💙This sweet girl is 14 years young and still holding strong! Blu f...
07/28/2026

We are officially the president of the Blu fan club! 🐾💙

This sweet girl is 14 years young and still holding strong! Blu first joined the CVCA Cardiology family back in 2024 to get checked for an arrhythmia, and was later diagnosed with Chronic Degenerative Valve Disease (CDVD).

Her latest checkup showed wonderfully stable results, and we couldn’t be happier to watch her keep thriving, playing, and living her best life.

We love you, sweet Blu! Keep shining! ✨

The CVCA Fairfax team is THRILLED to announce Dr. Casey Freeman as Fairfax's new Cardiology Resident!Casey was raised in...
07/28/2026

The CVCA Fairfax team is THRILLED to announce Dr. Casey Freeman as Fairfax's new Cardiology Resident!

Casey was raised in a small Massachusetts town and, after enduring a particularly harsh winter, chose to relocate to the South. She earned her degree in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering from the University of Kentucky, then pursued her veterinary education at Lincoln Memorial University. Following graduation, she completed a rotating internship at VCA Southpaws and a specialty internship at the Veterinary Cardiopulmonary Care Center in Florida. She is thrilled to be back in Fairfax!

Outside of work, Dr. Freeman enjoys spending time with her family, going for walks, and cooking. She also likes to challenge herself with new baking projects and especially enjoys hiking with her family and Labrador/Golden Retriever mix, Henry.

Please help us make her feel welcome! Congrats and welcome to the family, Dr. Freeman!

As a small token of our appreciation, CVCA Cardiology in Fairfax, VA hosted a pizza party at VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Sp...
07/22/2026

As a small token of our appreciation, CVCA Cardiology in Fairfax, VA hosted a pizza party at VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency as thank you for being excellent partners, neighbors, and extension of our family.

Veterinary Medicine is a team effort, and while our specialties may vary, it always feels like we're working toward the same goal. Truly all-encompassing
care under one roof, brought to you by an amazing group of individuals.

Thank you for everything you do for our patients, clients, and for being such wonderful neighbors and teammates.

Just another day at the office. 💕
06/23/2026

Just another day at the office. 💕

Current Status: 10% Awake, 90% Fluff. 🦁 Who else is caffeinating their way through this hairstyle today?
05/04/2026

Current Status: 10% Awake, 90% Fluff. 🦁

Who else is caffeinating their way through this hairstyle today?

Good news alert! 📣 TP’s heart exam is in, and it turns out he’s just special.His heart murmur is caused by something cal...
04/28/2026

Good news alert! 📣 TP’s heart exam is in, and it turns out he’s just special.

His heart murmur is caused by something called DUST (a minor thickening of the heart wall). It’s essentially a structural quirk that creates a little "noise," but doesn't slow him down!

✅ No cardiac rechecks needed.
✅ No cause for concern.
✅ 100% chance of more naps.

We love a happy ending. Stay sweet, TP! 💤✨

Last Friday and today, the CVCA Fairfax Team extended their gratitude to local referring Veterinary Practices by droppin...
04/27/2026

Last Friday and today, the CVCA Fairfax Team extended their gratitude to local referring Veterinary Practices by dropping off some Donuts, referral packets, and some CVCA SWAG!

Thank you Kingsview Animal Hospital, Kingstowne Cat Clinic, Caring Hands Animal Hospital. VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital, VCA Old Town Animal Hospital, Parkway Veterinary Clinic, Merrifield Animal Hospital, Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Falls Church Animal Hospital

for your continued support, ensuring our pets receive the best care possible, and helping continue to grow a great, supportive, and collaborative community!

A few extra winter pounds can sneak up on pets. If you’re wondering what a healthy weight looks like, our team can help ...
01/31/2026

A few extra winter pounds can sneak up on pets. If you’re wondering what a healthy weight looks like, our team can help guide you on nutrition and exercise.

Have you tried ordering your pet's food & meds from our online pharmacy yet? Trust us, we think you (and your pet) will ...
01/27/2026

Have you tried ordering your pet's food & meds from our online pharmacy yet? Trust us, we think you (and your pet) will love it. 😏

Thank you to our friends at VCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital for the kind shoutout! We’re grateful for the partnersh...
12/03/2025

Thank you to our friends at VCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital for the kind shoutout! We’re grateful for the partnership and the collaborative care we’re able to provide together. ❤️🐾

11/21/2025

The "Churro of Wellness" Checklist:

♥️ HEAR: Get routine vet exams to listen for murmurs!

♥️ CHECK: Monitor your cat's WEIGHT and energy (Weight loss is a subtle sign!).

♥️ COUNT: Count your cat's resting breaths! (>30/min is an emergency!)

♥️ Be your cat's sweetest advocate! Early detection is key to a long life.

It's getting chilly! 🥶Cold weather can affect your pet's joints, skin, activity, and routines. Here are a few tips to pr...
11/19/2025

It's getting chilly! 🥶Cold weather can affect your pet's joints, skin, activity, and routines. Here are a few tips to prepare your pet for wintertime:
- Provide a warm and cozy space off of the floor and away from drafts
- Sweaters or jackets are great for short-haired, small or senior pets
- Limit your pet's time outside in the extreme cold
- Some pets' nutrition needs might change during the winter. Talk to your vet if you think this might be the case.

Have questions? We’re always here to help!

Happy Halloween! 👻A few reminders for the spookiest night of the year when it comes to your pets:- Remember to keep cand...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 👻A few reminders for the spookiest night of the year when it comes to your pets:

- Remember to keep candy out of reach
- Make sure your pets' costumes aren't restricting
- Make sure they have a safe space if they need a break from the festivities

If anything spooky happens, we’re here to help!

Happy Wednesday! 🐾
10/08/2025

Happy Wednesday! 🐾

Happy Wednesday from ZOE! 😍Zoe's recheck echocardiogram revealed that she has a very mild form of a congenital heart con...
09/10/2025

Happy Wednesday from ZOE! 😍

Zoe's recheck echocardiogram revealed that she has a very mild form of a congenital heart condition called subaortic stenosis. This refers to a narrowing (stenosis) in the region of the heart just below the aortic valve, where blood leaves the left ventricle (the main pumping chamber of the heart) to enter the aorta. The narrowing results in an obstruction to forward blood flow that, in severe cases, requires the left ventricle to become stronger and thicker in order to send blood into the aorta. Abnormally fast and turbulent blood flow downstream of the obstruction can disrupt the normal function of the nearby aortic valve, resulting in backward flow across this valve (called aortic regurgitation). Fortunately for Zoe, the degree of her subaortic stenosis is extremely mild. In addition, because she has reached full adulthood, the severity of her condition is not expected to increase in the future. YAY! 🥳

Regarding the mild thickening of her mitral valve and very small amount of backward flow across it, this has proven to be remarkably stable over time. Although some degree of heart chamber enlargement was noted during one evaluation in September of 2018 (leading to the use of pimobendan), this now appears to have been an anomalous time point. Following previous normalization of heart chamber size and then discontinuation of the pimobendan last September, Zoe continues to be free of any apparent heart chamber enlargement!!! Best news EVER!! 👏🏽

As much as we will miss Zoe's visits, we do not have a plan for further cardiology appointments for Zoe. We love you Zoe! ♥️

Happy National Pet Day! Drop a pic of your pet in the comments so we can all appreciate their cuteness. 😍👇💗
04/11/2025

Happy National Pet Day! Drop a pic of your pet in the comments so we can all appreciate their cuteness. 😍👇💗

Let’s be real—you were going to online shop anyway. 😏 Why not grab your pet’s food and meds online too while you’re at i...
04/09/2025

Let’s be real—you were going to online shop anyway. 😏 Why not grab your pet’s food and meds online too while you’re at it? Shop our online pharmacy at https://cvcavets.com

1/7/22 -- Due to inclement weather, CVCA Fairfax will be closed today. If you have any non-urgent inquiries, please emai...
01/07/2022

1/7/22 -- Due to inclement weather, CVCA Fairfax will be closed today. If you have any non-urgent inquiries, please email us at [email protected] and we will respond as soon as we can. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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8500 Arlington Boulevard
Fairfax, VA
22031

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15713483888

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