VCA Animal Care Center of Sonoma County

10/23/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Jenna F., RVT. 💙

Jenna has been an RVT for 2 years and is part of our Surgery team. In Jenna's words: "Aside from a deep love of animals and a strong interest in medicine, I enjoy being able to provide compassionate, exceptional care for both owners and pets alike."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "Getting to see the variety of complex and fascinating cases is one of my favorite things about working at VCA."

Outside of work: "Checking out new restaurants, gaming, reading, gardening, vegging out with my cat Athena."

Fun fact: "I was a chalkboard artist for Whole Foods for a few years."

If Jenna has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/23/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Madison K., RVT. 💙

Madison has been an RVT for 5 years and is part of our Surgery team. In Madison's words: "I got into vet med because I've always loved animals, but I've also always had a passion for medicine and anatomy too. Everyone in my family is a healthcare worker and I grew up listening to medical talk at the dinner table, so I decided to combine my interest in medicine with my love for animals."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "I love what I do, I love helping animals, I love veterinary medicine, and I love my awesome and supportive coworkers who are always lifting each other up and helping one another."

Outside of work: "Boating, reading, camping, cooking, and trying new restaurants. I also have a dog named Riley and she is obsessed with water, so she and I do a lot of swimming and water activities together."

Fun fact: "I'm scuba certified, I have been skydiving, and I have a two-year-old daughter."

If Madison has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/23/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Katie W., RVT. 💙

Katie has been an RVT for 9 years and is part of our Neurology team. In Katie's words: "In my early 20s I was struggling to answer the age old question: "What do you want to do with your life?" I went to my local junior college, then cosmetology school, then back to junior college and was still not happy. I checked out my local trade school to look into their phlebotomy program, and happened to stumble upon their vet tech course. It sounded right up my alley and I have not looked back since!"

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "My favorite part of being an RVT at VCA is all of the opportunities to learn and grow my skill set!"

Outside of work: "I enjoy playing video games, thrifting, antiquing, collecting records, baking, going to the movies with my husband, volunteering with my local church that I attend. I have a dog named Gracie and a cat named Pancake."

If Katie has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/23/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Jaimi W., RVT. 💙

Jaimi has been an RVT for 15 years and is part of our Neurology team. In Jaimi's words: "I think I got into vet med for the same reason that most people do; I love animals more than I like people. That has evolved over the years as I realized how much of vet med involves interacting and communicating with clients. Now it is about building trust with animals, especially cats, and being an advocate for an animal that can't advocate for itself."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "My favorite part of being an RVT at ACC is that I am recognized by much of the staff as the one to go to for spicy cats, or cats in general; I will drop most anything to help, or snuggle, a cat. I also love being an integral part of the diagnostic process for Neurology and Surgery through MRI and CT imaging."

Outside of work: "Hanging out with my husband on our little ranch with all our critters: dogs, cats, horses, goat, sheep, alpaca, and chickens. I also enjoy getting lost in a book, exploring a new city or town, and soaking in the sights and sounds of nature."

Fun fact: "I love book binding; I made the guestbook for my wedding, it is coffin shaped and has its own coffin box, complete with satin padded interior."

If Jaimi has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

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

may be over a week away, but now is a good time to be mindful of best safety tips for our pets!

Have more questions about preparing your pet for the spooky holiday? Contact us with the myVCA® app!

10/22/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Shae M., RVT. 💙

Shae has been an RVT for 19 years and is part of our Emergency team. In Shae's words: "Caring for animals gives me a sense of purpose and joy."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "My favorite thing is that even though I am not on the floor, I learn something new every day."

Outside of work: "I bake sourdough, do puzzles, and take on DIY projects."

Fun fact: "Goonies is my favorite movie."

If Shae has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/22/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Emily S., RVT. 💙

Emily has been an RVT for 2 years and is part of our Emergency team. In Emily's words: "I have always had a love for animals, and the opportunity to help and care for them when they need it most is incredibly rewarding. The bond between humans and their pets is truly special, and witnessing that connection every day is incredibly meaningful."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "VCA provides incredible learning opportunities."

Outside of work: "I love spending time with my own pets in addition to reading, playing games, and spending time with loved ones."

Fun fact: "I have a degree in marine biology and used to study elephant seal colonies!"

If Emily has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/22/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Liz P., RVT. 💙

Liz has been an RVT for 15 years and is part of our Internal Medicine team. In Liz's words: "I value creating a long-term connection with my patients and being a place of trust with owners in difficult times. Especially in our older patients, I appreciate the opportunity to make every visit as gentle and low-stress as possible. Plus, science is cool!"

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "I'm passionate about client education and including them as much as possible in their pet's care to ensure a successful outcome."

Outside of work: "Outside of work I share my life with my partner Paul and my handsome big black cat named Percy."

Fun fact: "I have traveled to over 35 different countries, including five veterinary humanitarian missions. One highlight was a multi-day journey on horseback in northern Mongolia to meet the Tsaatan people, a population of nomadic reindeer herders. They taught me how to milk one!"

If Liz has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

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

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Jessica I., RVT, VTS(ECC). 💙

Jessica has been an RVT for 21 years and is part of our Internal Medicine team. In Jessica's words: "Supporting the human-animal bond by providing compassionate care to pets and their families."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "When the family and pet excitedly reunite after a hospital stay."

Outside of work: "Hiking, Nature Journaling, C***r Tasting, Swimming, Backpacking, Plant, Bird and Animal identification"

Fun fact: "I am a nature nerd and can tell you about all California native plants, animals and birds."

If Jessica has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

10/21/2026

Happy Vet Tech Week! This week we're celebrating the Registered Veterinary Technicians who care for our patients every day, and today the spotlight is on Maritza V., RVT. 💙

Maritza has been an RVT for 5 years and is part of our Emergency team. In Maritza's words: "I love the study of medicine and health care, and ever since I adopted my pets, I accepted the challenge of learning the differences between animal and human health care. I'm still loving it."

Favorite part of being an RVT at VCA: "My favorite part of being an RVT is feeling like I can do more to help our patients feel better so that they can go home to their loving families."

Outside of work: "I am a big fan of the outdoors: kayaking, camping, and some hiking. I love my 3 Chihuahua mixes: Westley, Sophia, and Cali."

Fun fact: "I'm very much an open book. I'm not sure what people don't already know about me, other than that I'm a bit of a silly goose."

If Maritza has cared for your pet, tell us in the comments. We'll make sure the message gets passed along. 👇

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