VCA Ashford Animal Hospital

10/18/2026

It is National Veterinary Technician Week, and one post will never cover what our technicians and assistants do. They monitor anesthesia, collect samples, care for hospitalized patients, explain medications, comfort scared pets, support grieving families, and somehow keep moving through all of it.
This week, we are celebrating the hands, brains, and hearts behind the medicine. ❤️

10/16/2026

🎃 Costumes, PSL's and scented candles... oh my! Be on the lookout for these potential pet hazards this fall. 🍂

And if you need support from your veterinary team, we're just a call away! Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/16/2026

Feral and community cats may not want to live on a couch, but they still deserve humane care.
Spay and neuter programs, vaccination, safe shelter, and responsible community support can improve their lives while helping control the population.
Today is for the people quietly doing that work every day. ❤️

10/15/2026

Every review helps our team learn, grow, and celebrate the moments we got it right. We appreciate your feedback more than you know. 💙
Find us on Google, Facebook, or Yelp to share your experience.

10/15/2026

We dare you to swipe through the puppies without saying "awww" 😍

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/14/2026

Pet Obesity Awareness Day 🐾
A few extra pounds can affect your pet's joints, breathing, mobility, and overall health. Because weight changes happen slowly, they can be hard to see at home.
If you are unsure about your pet's body condition or how much they should be eating, ask us.
📞 281-497-3917

10/14/2026

Every surgery starts long before the first incision. It starts with a veterinary technician who has spent years mastering their skills, anticipating needs, monitoring vitals, and showing up fully prepared for every patient who comes through the door.

Vet techs are the heart of every OR team, and their skill and dedication make a difference every single day. At some VCA specialty hospitals, we take surgical collaboration even further. Some of our teams include Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs) — professionals who earned specialized degrees specifically to support surgeons in the OR.

The result? Less time under anesthesia. Better outcomes. And a team that truly works as one. 💙

Because every patient is somebody's pet — and they deserve nothing less than the best.

10/13/2026

Think you know your veterinary history? Let’s put it to the test. 🩺

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’re looking back at the breakthroughs that have helped shape veterinary care over the past four decades.

Take the 40 Years of Breakthroughs in Veterinary Medicine quiz from Clinician's Brief and see how you score!

👉 Take the quiz - https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/quiz-40-years-breakthroughs-vet-med

10/13/2026

What trick do you want to teach your senior dog?! Remember to have their favorite treat on hand 🍬

Curious about more ways to care for your senior pet? Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/12/2026

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10/12/2026

10/10/2026

Veterinary medicine is full of people who care deeply, and that care can be heavy.❤️
On World Mental Health Day, please remember there is a human being behind every phone call, exam, treatment, and goodbye.
Kindness matters to our team more than most people will ever know.

10/09/2026

PSA: Emotional support toys are welcome here too! Veterinary visits can be nerve-racking, so we love seeing the bravery that our patients exude 🤗

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/09/2026

A kind review can make a hard day in veterinary medicine feel a little lighter. Thank you for supporting our team. 💙
Share your experience on Google, Facebook, or Yelp!

10/08/2026

In honor of VCA's 40th anniversary, VCA Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Julia Georgesen, sat down with Dr. Beth Mollison on the Clinicians Brief Partner Podcast to reflect on the profession's most transformative shifts — and what's coming next.

From hand-developing X-rays to anesthesia simulation software, this conversation covers it all:
🐾 The evolution of pain management as a clinical outcome
📊 Preventative care shifting toward predictive medicine
🤝 Team-based care and empowering credentialed technicians
🧠 Why the future belongs to those with not just IQ and EQ — but AQ: adaptability quotient
💬 Heart-centered communication and what clients really remember

Listen now: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/podcast-then-now-next-40-years-veterinary-medicine-dr-georgesen

10/08/2026

Today is ! When was the last time your pet had an eye screening exam? Annual eye screening exams allow for early disease detection to keep their vision healthy 👀

Book your pet's nose-to-tail wellness exam at your local VCA Animal Hospital via https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/07/2026

The last one is blowing our minds!

Has your pet eaten something they shouldn't? Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/04/2026

World Animal Day feels like a pretty good excuse to fill our page with the animals you love.
Big, small, furry, feathered, scaled, loud, dramatic, or completely convinced they own the house, we want to see them.
📸Drop your favorite photo below.

10/02/2026

We may care for the pets, but kind words like these take care of our team too. 💙
If we have made a difference for you and your pet, tell us about it on Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

10/01/2026

October is National Pet Wellness Month.🐾
A wellness visit is not just about vaccines. It gives us a chance to check weight, teeth, skin, mobility, heart, lungs, and the small changes that are easier to manage when we catch them early.
If your pet is due, this is your reminder to get them on the schedule. 👍