Midlothian Animal Clinic

08/12/2026

Booking your pet's next appointment is a breeze. Reserve online and keep your pet looking and feeling their best — no fuss, all the fun! 🐕

08/10/2026

As summer comes to an end, you may have seen these familiar faces around the clinic!
They have been busy learning, growing and getting some hands-on experience with us but now its time for each of them to head back to school and continue their journeys toward veterinary medicine. We're so proud of them and can't wait to see what the future holds.

07/12/2026

✈️🏖️ Travel season is here—and that means many dogs are spending time at daycare, boarding facilities, or play groups while their families are away.

Just like kids heading back to school, dogs in close contact with one another can pick up contagious upper respiratory infections. A cough, frequent sneezing, nasal discharge, or changes in energy can all be signs that your pup isn't feeling their best.

If your dog has recently been boarded, attended daycare, or had close contact with other dogs and you notice coughing, increased sneezing, or other respiratory symptoms, give us a call.

07/01/2026

Heat Warning for Pets ☀️🐾

The heat can be dangerous for pets in just a few minutes. Walk dogs during the cooler parts of the day, make sure they always have fresh water and shade, and never leave them in a parked car. If your pet seems to be panting excessively, weak, or overheated, contact your veterinarian right away.

06/26/2026

Fourth of July is almost here, and fireworks can be scary for pets. If your pet struggles with anxiety, give us a call today so we can help you find a solution to help them feel calm & comfortable this holiday. ❤️

06/24/2026

🎆 July 4th is Almost Here! 🎆

Fireworks may be fun for us, but they can be stressful and frightening for many pets. If your dog experiences anxiety during fireworks, now is the time to plan ahead!

🐾 Don't wait until the last minute to request anxiety medication or refills.
🐾 Make sure your pet's ID tags and microchip information are up to date.
🐾 Create a safe, quiet space for your pet during celebrations.

Give us a call if you think your furry family member may need help staying calm this holiday. We're happy to discuss options to help make the Fourth of July less stressful for everyone.

❤️ Your friends at Midlothian Animal Clinic

06/18/2026

🎉🐾 Happy 5th Birthday to Our Favorite Black Cat, Louie! 🐾🎉

Today we're celebrating the one and only Louie, our clinic's official greeter, professional napper, treat inspector, and all-around office supervisor! 🖤🐈

Louie is turning 5 years old today, and while he appreciates all the birthday wishes, he'd like everyone to know that he is currently accepting gifts in the form of nuggies. 🍗👑

His birthday plans include:
🐾 Supervising the front desk
🐾 Judging everyone's snack choices
🐾 Taking several well-deserved naps
🐾 Collecting nuggies from his loyal subjects

Help us wish Louie a very Happy Birthday in the comments! 🎂🎈

06/13/2026

If there is a medical emergency over the weekend please note VVC short pump will be closed.

🚨 VVC SHORT PUMP TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨
VVC Short Pump is now temporarily closed through June 15th at 7:00 AM while we complete scheduled hospital repairs.

During this time, all emergency services are being directed to:
📍 VVC Midlothian
12077 Hull Street Rd
Midlothian, VA 23112
📞 (804) 744-9800

If your pet needs emergency veterinary care, please contact or proceed directly to VVC Midlothian for assistance.
Thank you for your understanding and support while we complete these important improvements. We look forward to welcoming you back to VVC Short Pump soon.

06/10/2026

🍌🏆 And the Winner Is... Dr. Rhoades! 🏆🍌

Things got a little bananas at Midlothian Animal Clinic this week during our Banana Bread Bake-Off! 🍞👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

After some very serious taste-testing (a tough job, but someone had to do it 😋), Dr. Rhoades took home the title of Banana Bread Champion! 🥇🍌

The competition was fierce, the recipes were delicious, and the clinic smelled amazing all day long. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this a fun team event!

🐾 While our patients stick to their regular diets, our team enjoyed a little friendly competition and some well-deserved treats.

Congratulations again, Dr. Rhoades! 🍌🎉

06/06/2026

☀️🐾 Making a Splash & Staying Safe! 🐾☀️

These two pups are beating the heat the best way they know how—poolside playtime! 💦🐶🐶

While summer fun is in full swing, it's important to remember that our furry friends can overheat much faster than we do. Here are a few tips to keep your pets safe during the hot summer months:

🌡️ Avoid peak heat hours (10 AM–4 PM) when temperatures are highest.
💧 Always provide fresh, cool water and encourage frequent drinking.
🌳 Seek shade and cooling opportunities like kiddie pools, sprinklers, or air-conditioned spaces.
🐾 Protect those paws! Hot pavement can cause painful burns. If it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws.
🚗 Never leave pets in a parked vehicle, even for a few minutes.
⚠️ Watch for signs of heat stress, including excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or lethargy.

Remember, a little water and a lot of supervision can make summer both safe and fun! 😎💦

📸 Show us your pet's favorite way to stay cool in the comments!