VCA Mission Animal & Bird 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

06/11/2026

New World Screwworm (NWS): What Pet Owners Need to Know
Have you heard about New World Screwworm?

Swipe through to learn:
✔ What New World Screwworm is
✔ Why veterinarians and health experts are concerned
✔ Signs pet owners should watch for
✔ Steps you can take to help protect your pet

Staying informed is one of the best ways to keep your pet safe and healthy.
If you have questions or concerns about your pet, please contact your veterinarian.

01/22/2025

For the pets displaced in the wildfires, we are offering free boarding at many of our locations:

VCA Chatsworth - 818-341-7770
VCA Adler - 818-893-6366
VCA Bakersfield - 661-327-4444
VCA West LA - 310-473-2951
VCA Kennel Club Resort & Spa - 310-539-2201
VCA Miller-Robertson - 310-657-7050

Please contact the hospital for availability. For VCA clients, please make sure to download myVCA app to have all of your pet's records on hand.

01/10/2025

Now through January 31, all donations made to VCA Charities at VCA Animal Hospitals throughout California will support disaster relief efforts, including support for pets impacted by the current devasting fires in the Los Angeles area. VCA Animal Hospitals is proud to support VCA Charities, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in their disaster relief efforts. Every dollar helps local animal welfare organizations shelter, transport and care for pets through grants that fund veterinary care, medication, food, and supplies.

Donations can be made at any VCA Animal Hospitals or visit VCACharities.org to donate online.

12/10/2024

For the pets displaced due to the power outages, we are offering free boarding at many of our locations:

VCA Acacia - 760-745-8115
VCA Mission - 760-433-3763
Please contact the hospital for availability.

For VCA clients, please make sure to download the myVCA app to have all of your pet's records on hand.

11/09/2024

For the pets displaced in Garden and Resort 2 Fires, we are offering free boarding at many of our locations:

VCA Acacia - 760-745-8115
VCA El Rancho - 951-296-3898
VCA Mission - 760-433-3763
VCA Pet Medical Center - 951-676-3531

Please contact the hospital for availability.

For VCA clients, please make sure to download myVCA app to have all of your pet's records on hand.

06/10/2024

Meet Copper!

The adorable 5 months old bundle of energy you've been waiting for! This spirited pup is ready to bring boundless joy and excitement to your home. Copper's vibrant personality shines through in everything he does, from his enthusiastic tail wags to his playful antics. Copper is the epitome of an active pup, always on the lookout for his next adventure. As he is still just a puppy, new people and places can be scary. Copper has shown some reactivity towards new people and dogs, and would do best in a home with respectful, older children who can let him settle in at his own pace.

If you already have another pup, make sure to bring them to meet Copper to ensure they’re a good match. With patience, consistency and positive reinforcement, this precious puppy is sure to grow
into an amazing companion. If you're ready bring home love, laughter and unforgettable adventures, visit San Diego Humane Society’s Oceanside Campus to make Copper (904837) part of your family!

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=904837

06/03/2024

Meet Indigo!

Once you meet this adorable 3 months old puppy, you’ll never want to (Ingi) GO back to life before you knew her! At just three months, this young lab mix hasn’t had the easiest journey. Indigo was found underweight and coated in fleas — but it was nothing our shelter veterinary team couldn’t treat. While she received care and lots of love, Indigo’s bright spirit never faltered. Feeling better than ever, she’s now ready to make an unbreakable bond and a lifetime of memories with a new family. You’re sure to enjoy lots of fun and playful puppy antics as you help her grow into the amazing adult dog she’s meant to be.

If you want to make Indigo (905791) your beloved companion, visit San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus to adopt her today! May 23-26, adoption fees are waived for the first 100 pets —like Indigo — through the adoption campaign!

This promotion is thanks to San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, and after the first 100, adoption fees will be just $25 for all pets through Sunday, May 26. If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=905791

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05/13/2024

What’s the perfect solution to May gray days? Mulan’s playful puppy antics and always-wagging tail are guaranteed to brighten even the gloomiest days and fill your home with joy! This sweet Labrador retriever mix puppy is learning all about the world around her and needs a devoted best friend to guide her curious spirit. Mulan is 6 months old charismatic, always excited to play and ready to wiggle her way into your heart.

Trust us, it’s simply impossible to not fall in love once you meet her! Visit San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus to make Mulan (903297) a cherished part of your family! Through May 15, adoption fees are just $25 for dogs and cats of any age — like adorable Mulan — thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters!

If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=903297

05/07/2024

Good things come in small packages – and Sergeant is a whopping 12 pounds of the greatest pup you’ll ever meet!

Spunky 5 Year Old Sergeant loves to play with squeaky toys and go for walks where he can sniff to his heart’s content. His zoomies are a sight to behold and he likes to finish each round of play time by getting gentle pets and belly rubs. You wouldn’t believe it looking at him now, but Sergeant was initially very shy when we came to the shelter as a stray. He has since warmed up to his caregivers, wagging his tail with delight when he sees them, and it’s been truly heartwarming to see his confidence grow!

If you can give him time to adjust to his new home and family, then you’ll find yourself with an irreplaceable, loyal and loving companion for life. Visit San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus to adopt handsome Sergeant (896877) today! If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=899566

04/22/2024

Are you ready to add a little sweetness to your life?

Maize is the kitty for you! This delightful, 3 years old lady, is a feline socialite, always ready to greet you with a gentle head bump and a soft purr. Though her past is shrouded in mystery like a cat detective novel, her future is bright with promises of love,
companionship and sunny spots to nap in. She’ll enjoy curling up beside you during movie nights and provide the best kind of company with her warm presence. Maize is a kitty who knows what she likes and prefers to keep her feet firmly on the ground. She's not a fan of being scooped up and held like a furry trophy, and would prefer to be ogled and adored from a short distance.

Maize's new family should be prepared to follow-up with a veterinarian after bringing her home to keep up with some dental health needs. If you’re ready to bring the most wonderful fur-iend and companion, visit San Diego Humane Society’s Oceanside Campus to adopt Maize (901189) today! If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=901189