Anicira Anicira Veterinary Center is a nonprofit organization that offers compassionate, high-quality, affordable veterinary care to cats and dogs.

We work to help pets lead happier and healthier lives. Anicira is a nonprofit Veterinary Center that offers high-quality, compassionate, and affordable outpatient services, including spay/neuter and soft tissue surgeries, dentistry procedures, well and sick care, vaccinations, a Pet Food Pantry for pet families in need of support, and more. Our experienced veterinary care team understands that you

r pet is a family member. Our goal is to provide high-quality care to help improve the comfort and quality of our patients' lives. We utilize the highest standards of care to ensure the safety and comfort of each pet during his or her visit with us. We care for thousands of cats and dogs in the San Diego metro area each year, and we continue to advance the mission and improve the lives of animals in our community, especially those who need us most—animals in need of veterinary care who have nowhere else to go. Through our programs, we are helping to improve the lives of many animals and their families. Please Note:
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Got gently used towels or blankets sitting in your closet? Give them a second life at Anicira! We use them every day to ...
09/04/2026

Got gently used towels or blankets sitting in your closet? Give them a second life at Anicira! We use them every day to keep pets cozy and need to replenish our stock. Drop off your clean, gently used blankets and standard-size or large bath towels (no hand towels or washcloths, please!) at 1992 Medical Avenue in Harrisonburg any time during normal operating hours (Monday-Thursday, 7 AM-5 PM) 🙏

When Tippy the Beagle mix arrived at The Greene County Animal Shelter of Virginia (GCAS), he was scared, underweight, an...
09/04/2026

When Tippy the Beagle mix arrived at The Greene County Animal Shelter of Virginia (GCAS), he was scared, underweight, and covered in ticks. Their team knew he needed urgent medical care and brought him to Anicira, where Dr. Sheridan Ruff discovered he was feverish, dehydrated, and had two tick-borne diseases.

While Tippy started on antibiotics, the healing work began at GCAS. Staff surrounded him with treats, soft blankets, and belly rubs, giving him patience and comfort. He returned to Anicira two weeks later for his neuter surgery and vaccinations. Dr. Shelby Pedigo performed the procedure, and by then, Tippy had already gained some healthy weight. Thanks to GCAS’ steady care, he’d made astounding progress.

We’re thrilled to share that Tippy has found his forever home! His story is a testament to GCAS’ dedication and to what’s possible when shelters and veterinary partners like Anicira work together to help pets find their families 🐾💙

Feline Panleukopenia (FP) is a highly contagious, potentially deadly virus that spreads through contact with infected ca...
09/02/2026

Feline Panleukopenia (FP) is a highly contagious, potentially deadly virus that spreads through contact with infected cats, contaminated objects, and bodily fluids, and can even infect indoor-only cats. It can survive on surfaces for months, spreading quickly in shelters and multi-cat households.

“Kittens can become critically ill very quickly, making early recognition and veterinary care extremely important,” says Anicira Harrisonburg’s Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician, Karen Yowell. It’s important to watch your kitten or cat for gastrointestinal distress, fever, lethargy, nasal discharge, and rapid weight loss. If you see these symptoms:

✅ Isolate your pet from the rest of your household
✅ Immediately contact your veterinarian or emergency hospital
✅ Disinfect any objects touched by your pet

With fast treatment (fluids, nutrition, medicines, and quarantine), cats can recover from FP. The best defense, though? Vaccinate your pets. “Vaccinating kittens at the appropriate age and completing their recommended vaccine series gives them vital protection during one of the most vulnerable stages of their lives,” says Karen.

Check out this resource to learn more: https://anicira.org/resources/feline-panleukopenia-what-you-should-know-and-how-to-protect-your-cat/

Earlier this year, national nonprofit Petco Love awarded Anicira a $10,000 grant to support our lifesaving work for pets...
08/31/2026

Earlier this year, national nonprofit Petco Love awarded Anicira a $10,000 grant to support our lifesaving work for pets in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. We’re thrilled to share that these funds helped us increase access to veterinary care for more than 50 pets!

Petco Love’s lifesaving grants exist to help reduce economic euthanasia and pet surrenders when families can’t afford veterinary treatment. Thanks to this support, pets and families who visited Anicira received everything from wellness care like vaccines to treatment for urinary tract infections and even emergency C-sections.

We’re deeply grateful to Petco Love for this partnership and their investment in the health and happiness of pets in our community.

Although these Petco Love grant funds are now depleted, Anicira is excited to keep pursuing opportunities like this so we can continue expanding critical services for even more pets and their families 🐾💙

Thank you 29News WVIR for helping highlight Anicira's pet supply drive with the Charlottesville Police Department as the...
08/28/2026

Thank you 29News WVIR for helping highlight Anicira's pet supply drive with the Charlottesville Police Department as they support unhoused pet families in transition.

At Anicira, we believe in the inherent dignity of every animal and work relentlessly to end animal suffering, improve health, and ensure that bonded pet families remain together.

Your donations to this drive are appreciated and can be made through this Amazon wishlist for direct delivery to our hospitals: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3MXMSR9Z7P9ZS/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?channel_type=fb&content_source=fb&fb_content_id=Q9-wBQG2eDR86x0nmIgWetNDi8mb_cW3CnzFCGGtJ_9zklICsFHOLtVCNY__8BBAKA&fbclid=IwY2xjawT-oU1wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXJ3Q0M2eVd2cTJnazRuZjNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeylmZTuppInkAP790z_5y2q82PlcPhjteWDqYJEZqE1EitL0E-BIodle2T3g_aem_ZpeHh4JhiXSXsGnZ6bSB2Q or by dropping supplies off at our Harrisonburg hospital at 1992 Medical Avenue, M-Th 7AM-6PM, or our Manassas hospital, at 9975 Pennsylvania Avenue, M-F 7AM-5PM until September 18th.

Thank you for helping us support our neighbors, improve the quality of life for these pets, and for making Virginia a little stronger - together! 🐾❤

Charlottesville police collecting dog supplies ahead of move to new low-barrier shelter | https://www.29news.com/2026/08/27/charlottesville-police-collecting-dog-supplies-ahead-move-new-low-barrier-shelter/

Wilma’s mom knew something was wrong when she noticed her 10-year-old Yorkie was experiencing a heavier heat cycle than ...
08/28/2026

Wilma’s mom knew something was wrong when she noticed her 10-year-old Yorkie was experiencing a heavier heat cycle than normal. A blood test revealed a high white blood cell count and confirmed a heart-wrenching diagnosis: Wilma’s body was fighting pyometra, a life-threatening uterine infection. After each heat cycle, her uterine lining had thickened, creating the perfect environment for harmful bacteria.

With Wilma at risk of uterine rupture and organ failure from the spreading infection, her mom brought her to Anicira for emergency surgery. Dr. Anna Shifflett removed Wilma’s ovaries and uterus, putting an end to the infection and protecting her from future risk. “Wilma is doing great and back to her normal self, and maybe even better than her normal self,” shared her mom. “The medical team at Anicira is amazing! I couldn’t be more pleased, and best of all, they saved my baby!”

We’re thrilled that Wilma has many more happy days ahead, and we thank her mom for allowing us to share her pet's story. The good news is that you can protect your own dog from pyometra with spay surgery. Without a uterus and ovaries, dogs no longer have heat cycles that can cause the growth of bacteria. If you’re interested in having your pet spayed, call 540-437-1980 or email [email protected]!

It can seem impossible to find a lost pet, but Petco Love has created an incredible tool for pet parents: Petco Love Los...
08/26/2026

It can seem impossible to find a lost pet, but Petco Love has created an incredible tool for pet parents: Petco Love Lost. Through its database of over 300,000 lost and found animals, Petco has reunited more than 240,000 people with their beloved pets.

It’s free and simple to search lost pets through their website. Just enter the address closest to where your pet was last seen, the date they went missing, an optional photo, and your email address. The site searches both individual and animal shelter reports across all 50 U.S. states. If you’ve found a lost pet, you can use the database to easily search for and message their family.

Petco Love Lost is helping turn heartbreaking situations into happy reunions. If you’re searching for a pet, or know someone who is, we encourage you to check out petcolove.org/lost/!

Did you know August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month? One common cause of itchiness is flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), an all...
08/24/2026

Did you know August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month? One common cause of itchiness is flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), an allergic reaction to flea saliva. Keep reading to learn the symptoms and treatments!

With FAD, a pet’s immune system overreacts to flea bites, causing:
🔵 Intense scratching, biting, or licking of the hindquarters, tail, groin, and neck
🔵 Hair loss or thinning fur
🔵 Red, swollen, and inflamed skin, sores, and scabs
🔵 Bacterial infections from broken skin

If you suspect your pet has FAD, contact your veterinarian for a skin exam and testing. Once diagnosed, symptoms can be managed by:
🟢 Eliminating fleas and stopping reinfestation with preventatives, home and yard treatments, and regular grooming
🟢 Using medications to relieve itching and inflammation, plus antibiotics for bacterial infections
🟢 Bathing regularly with soothing shampoos to calm irritated skin

Don’t let FAD affect your pet’s quality of life. Schedule an appointment at Anicira today, and check out our resource to dive deeper into this topic: https://anicira.org/resources/flea-allergy-dermatitis/

Exciting news! Anicira’s Pit Fix program, which offers free spay/neuter surgery for Pit Bull and Pit Bull mixes thanks t...
08/21/2026

Exciting news! Anicira’s Pit Fix program, which offers free spay/neuter surgery for Pit Bull and Pit Bull mixes thanks to an ASPCA grant, is now covering these additional services during Pit Fix spay/neuter surgeries at no charge to you:

💙 Rabies and distemper vaccinations
💙 Nail trims
💙 Microchipping

They’re only available while grant funding lasts, so don’t wait! To be eligible, you must live in Manassas, Manassas Park, Prince William County, Harrisonburg, or Rockingham County, and your dog must be a Pit Bull or Pit Bull mix. Visit anicira.org/pit-fix/ to learn more and schedule your appointment 🐾

Looking for a fun weekend activity where kids can connect with one another, spark a love of reading, and learn how to ca...
08/19/2026

Looking for a fun weekend activity where kids can connect with one another, spark a love of reading, and learn how to care for pets? Come to Massanutten Regional Library (174 S. Main St., Harrisonburg) this Saturday for Tales & Tails, a special story time with an animal-loving twist!

From 10-11 AM, young kids will enjoy a morning of books, silly songs, and a fun craft with Anicira’s own Dr. Micah Thompson. We’ll even learn how to do a real check-up, so make sure to bring your favorite stuffed animal along for the fun 📖🐾💙

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