VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital

10/23/2026

Jump scare!! We're here for you and your pet's needs all spooky season long 👻

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

10/22/2026

Meet Toni. ✨ Technician Supervisor. Mentor. Lifelong learner. And the kind of colleague who makes everyone around her better. 🐾

Every day, Toni shows up to teach, inspire, and invest in the Associates around her — from dental wet labs to ultrasound training — because she knows what it feels like to have someone believe in you.

💙 We're so proud to have Toni on our team. Her dedication to mentorship is exactly what makes VCA a place where careers and people truly thrive.

Explore what a career at VCA could look like for you. 🌟

10/21/2026

Welcome back to - today we're learning about why our dogs roll around in things we'd rather them not 😅

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

10/20/2026

This National Veterinary Technician Week, we're celebrating the incredible Associates who make our hospitals thrive — like Karen, who began as a CSR and never stopped growing and like Joanne, who sought mentorship and support to obtain her VTNE.

At VCA, we're proud to champion our veterinary technicians every step of the way — offering mentorship, encouragement, and the resources to help you reach your full potential.

To every vet tech in our VCA family: thank you. What you do matters deeply — to our teams, to our patients, and to the pet owners who trust us with their most beloved companions.

🌟 Ready to grow your career with a team that believes in you? Explore open roles at VCA. https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en

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

10/15/2026

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

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

08/19/2026

Dr. Maureen Mueller has officially hit 25 years at VCA WLA, and we couldn’t be more grateful. 💙🐾
 
As a board‑certified veterinary surgeon, Dr. Mueller has brought extraordinary skill, compassion, and steady leadership to our hospital. Her dedication has touched countless patients, supported their families, and guided our team with care and expertise. We are proud to honor her commitment to veterinary medicine and our community.
 
Here’s to Dr. Mueller and to 25 years of excellence - we’re lucky to have her!

08/13/2026

Here’s to Neptune, the Gordon family, and the extraordinary teamwork that makes celebrations like these possible! ✨

🎉 On August 12, the Gordon family celebrated their beloved Neptune with a party for our WLA team, honoring his journey and sharing their gratitude. 💙🐾🐶

This day was extra sweet as we also marked Neptune’s 10th birthday! 🎂 It was a joyful reminder of the lasting bonds we build with our patients, their families, and each other.

07/09/2026

We’re experiencing a temporary phone outage and are unable to receive calls at this time. For any urgent concerns or emergencies, please come directly to our ER so we can care for your pet without delay.

Our team is actively working to fix the issue and will follow up on all call‑back requests and missed calls once the system is back online.

We truly appreciate your patience.

07/01/2026

🎉 Celebrating 34 years with Dr. Barrett! 🎉

Today we’re honoring a true milestone: 34 years of dedicated cardiology care from board-certified cardiologist Dr. Barrett here at VCA West LA. From complex cases to reassuring conversations with worried pet parents, her experience has helped generations of dogs and cats live healthier lives. We’re proud to have specialists like Dr. Barrett who bring decades of expertise to every case.

Join us in celebrating this incredible milestone! 💐🎂

05/11/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Lindsay Tangeman, DVM, DACVIM to the VCA WLA family! Dr. Tangeman brings board certified expertise in internal medicine with a passion for gastrointestinal disease, endoscopic procedures, liver disease and infectious disease. She’s not only a published researcher, but also someone who truly loves building lasting relationships with patients and their families. We couldn’t be more excited to have her on our team. Welcome, Dr. Tangeman! 🩺💙🐶🐱

04/28/2026

In light of the last few days of Pet First Aid Awareness Month, here are helpful tips to keep your fur babies safe all year long! 🐶🐱❤️⛑️

04/27/2026

Saturday was World Veterinary Day and we couldn’t let it pass without giving our vets their flowers 💐 🐾 From the late nights to the early mornings, thank you for showing up for our fur babies every single day. The work you do matters more than words can say, and you are truly appreciated beyond measure! 💙

03/23/2026

It’s National Puppy Day AND Cuddly Kitten Day and we are not okay 😭🐶🐱
We are beyond grateful for every furry patient that walks through our doors. You make every single day worth it. 💙🐾

03/18/2026

🐾 It’s National Poison Prevention Week!
Did you know that some of the most dangerous toxins for your pets are things found right in your own home? From everyday foods like grapes and chocolate, to common houseplants, medications, and cleaning products, the risks are closer than you think.
If you ever suspect your pet has gotten into something toxic, don’t wait. Call ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 and get to your nearest veterinary emergency hospital immediately. Our team at VCA West LA is here for you 24/7. 💙
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03/03/2026

VCA vet techs from all over came together this past Saturday for our Dental Wet Lab and we couldn’t be more proud! From mastering full-mouth X-rays to learning nerve blocks and hands-on dental charting, these techs traveled to put in the work so that VCA patients get the absolute best care possible. Special shout out to Dr. Smith and Dr. Palmquist for hosting this informative session! 🦷🐾📚