Roosevelt Station Vet Care

05/22/2026

Memorial Day is Monday the 25th and we will be closed for the day in observance of our veterans and veterinarians who have served from across the nation, as well as the animals that served alongside them.

As a reminder, animals have long played a role in areas of conflict throughout history. And those animals often had the fortune to have service member veterinarians close by.

During World War I and II, the U.S. Army expanded its Veterinary Corps to ensure the health of animals vital to transport, communication, and combat support. Horses, camels, and mules carried supplies, while dogs and pigeons aided detection and messaging.

Notable animals include Sergeant Stubby of World War I and Jet of World War II, both recognized for bravery. In more recent conflicts, especially Iraq, military working dogs played critical life-saving roles. Lex, a German Shepherd, remained with his fallen handler and was later adopted by his family. Lucca completed hundreds of missions detecting explosives with no human fatalities under her watch. Dogs like Rex and Grek were essential for identifying hidden explosives and clearing routes, protecting troops from improvised explosive devices.

We hope you enjoy your holiday and please join us in reflecting on those who serve and protect.

04/29/2026

Hi everyone! Welcome our newest member to the team taking on the role of Practice Manager--Emily.

Emily grew up in Southern California but found Washington's climate to be much more her speed and moved here after graduating university. Emily started her animal welfare career in pet grooming as a way to pay for college but quickly found that she couldn't envision a career without animals and changed course to continue working with pets in need.

Emily has been working in animal welfare for the past 11 years, including shelter and veterinary practice management, and enjoys finding ways to support both the people and the animals in the industry. She also founded and runs a small nonprofit rescue as a way to provide extra support to the community.

In her spare time, Emily enjoys fostering animals, volunteering with community outreach and support groups, reading, and the occasional video game. She lives with her partner Frank, her 4 behaviorally and medically problematic cats, and her small one-eyed terrier named Howard.

04/28/2026

Bubbles is absolutely here to wish you a TinyTotTuesday!

04/13/2026

Over the weekend we collectively experienced and appreciated National Pet Day (April 11). If you missed your opportunity to do so please feel free to put the brakes on what you're doing right now and sing a song, draw a picture, hoot and holler in honor of your truly darling four-legged friend.

Many thanks to Simon, Betty, Tinker, Ophelia, Carl, Bubba and Chicken for sharing some adorable moments! Please feel encouraged to share yours with us too!

Don't forget that April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. Once you're done with your Spring cleaning you should have plenty of room to bring home a new pet pal, right?

04/01/2026

Spring has sprung and as fun in the sun as it CAN be, Spring flowers can also be dangerous for our companion animals. Common indoor plants like lilies, tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, crocus, and peace lilies contain toxins that may cause mouth irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, heart rhythm issues, organ damage, or even kidney failure—especially in cats. Even vase water from toxic flowers can be harmful if ingested, so keep those containers secure.
Outdoor gardening also brings unexpected risks. Azaleas, rhododendrons, and bulb plants pose serious threats, particularly to dogs that partake in recreational excavation. Symptoms of poisoning include drooling, lethargy, tremors, and weakness; and some effects are often delayed so any suspected exposure should be treated as a veterinary emergency.
Next time you head to the nursery or poke around in the yard be mindful of what's going into the ground and what's already there.

03/25/2026

🎼Dem bones, dem bones, dem dry bones 🎹Guess the animal from the x-ray! A variety of body and dental x-rays to choose from. Can you tell what kind of animal? Do you notice anything missing (or anything extra?)

03/18/2026

Quick reminder that April Fool's Day is coming around the bend, and the jokers are coming out! Do your laughing exercises daily!

03/10/2026

Many everyday household items can pose serious risks to dogs and cats because pets process chemicals and foods differently than humans and are naturally curious. Common toxins include human medications such as pain relievers, cold medicines, and antidepressants, which can cause severe organ damage even in small amounts. Certain foods that are harmless to people—like chocolate, grapes and raisins, onions, garlic, alcohol, and products containing the sweetener xylitol—are also frequent causes of pet poisoning. Houseplants and cut flowers add beauty to a home but can be dangerous as well; lilies are especially toxic to cats, while plants like azaleas, sago palm, and tulips can harm both dogs and cats.
Household chemicals are another major category of concern. Cleaning products, laundry detergents, disinfectants, pesticides, rodenticides, antifreeze, and automotive fluids can cause burns, neurological symptoms, or kidney failure if ingested or even licked from paws or fur. Personal care items such as essential oils, ni****ne products, and some cosmetics may also be toxic when pets chew containers or groom themselves after exposure. Because many of these hazards are common and easily accessible, pet safety depends on awareness and prevention—recognizing that items used daily in the home can be dangerous to animals and keeping them securely stored and out of reach.

03/05/2026

Our latest installment of Mak and the Big Dogs

02/27/2026