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If you love animals, you also probably have a huge appreciation for veterinarians as well. I mean, have you ever imagined what a day in the life of a vet might look like? Imagine this: you arrive at work and your first appointment is a cat just waiting for its vaccine. Yes, an animal, cute and fluffy (more often than not), is a patient of yours today. And hey, while there's a fair share of fun with situations like these, it's rather important not to overlook the industry professionals because this is a demanding job, filled with both challenges and immensely rewarding moments.

Veterinarians experience everything from comical situations to heartfelt recoveries of their furry patients and in part their worried owners. They truly see it all. So today, let's give a big round of applause to these devoted caregivers who not only heal our pets but often soothe our anxiety as well.

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Veterinarian Caring For The Same Dog 15 Years Apart

Veterinarian Caring For The Same Dog 15 Years Apart

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Jack Burton
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one should be higher in the list, the effect of time on these two and the same smile from the vet is awesome

Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We hate the vet! Stupid soft can-opener going around sticking needles in you and taking your parts out! What if I wanted a kitten or ten? Nobody asked me or Audi what we wanted!

james stevenson
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For a second there I thought you where serious. *getting choked by cat noises*

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Tempest
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I had a photo of my cat with her vet from when she was a kitten. The vet is a super popular vet in my country and treats all animals from pets to those at zoos and wildlife sanctuaries (so he has so many patients) and we don’t have any special friendship with him but he always remembers my cat and greets her when she goes in for her yearly vaccinations.

Riley Quinn
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah, man, this is the first post, and I'm already have a duh moment. I thought it was a 15-yr difference seeing the dog as a patient, not that it's been a total of 15-years seeing the patient. Wish me luck, cause I've got 49 more to get through.

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Cheesecake Goes To The Vet

Cheesecake Goes To The Vet

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This Is My Vet's Cat Fat Fred

This Is My Vet's Cat Fat Fred

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Veterinarians often find themselves in the role of both medical expert and emotional anchor, especially during stressful visits be it stressed owners or stressed pets. Take, for instance, routine checkups that unveil unexpected health issues... These situations often require vets to deliver potentially worrisome news with empathy and care, ensuring that pet owners understand the situation while providing comfort and clear guidance on next steps. So while the job might seem fun at first glance, there's so much more that goes into it.

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Went To The Vet Today, 10/10 Customer Service

Went To The Vet Today, 10/10 Customer Service

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My Boy Just Woke Up From His Dental Cleaning And My Vet Sent Me This Picture. My Poor Chief Looks Like He Doesn’t Know What Planet He’s On

My Boy Just Woke Up From His Dental Cleaning And My Vet Sent Me This Picture. My Poor Chief Looks Like He Doesn’t Know What Planet He’s On

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Angus Is A Biiiiig Boy! He Is Approximately One Vet Tech Long

Angus Is A Biiiiig Boy! He Is Approximately One Vet Tech Long

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Oh, and we haven't even scratched the surface when it comes to this profession, to be honest. For example, there are emergency cases that come without warning, where vets must act swiftly and decisively. Whether it's a pet that has ingested something harmful or one that's been injured, these urgent situations put a veterinarian's skills to the test. Such incidents are highly stressful for both the pet and the owner, and the vet's ability to remain calm and efficient can make all the difference. It's during these critical hours that the true impact of a vet's work is often felt the most acutely by grateful pet owners.

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Dog Pro-Tip For Your Next Hospital Stay: If You Don’t Want To Stay In A Kennel Overnight, Throw A Tantrum. It Just Might Work If Your Nurse Is Enough Of A Pushover

Dog Pro-Tip For Your Next Hospital Stay: If You Don’t Want To Stay In A Kennel Overnight, Throw A Tantrum. It Just Might Work If Your Nurse Is Enough Of A Pushover

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The Vet Is So Scary

The Vet Is So Scary

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Waking Up To Bird Videos After Sedation Is Top-Notch Care

Waking Up To Bird Videos After Sedation Is Top-Notch Care

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To add to all of this, veterinarians also contribute significantly to public health through preventative care practices! By administering vaccinations, conducting health screenings, and advising on proper nutrition and care, they prevent diseases that can affect both animals and humans (it's an important job all things considered).

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Vet Visit. As You Zoom In, The Grumpier He Looks

Vet Visit. As You Zoom In, The Grumpier He Looks

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Back Home On Kangaroo Island And Hitting The Ground Running Out At The Makeshift Wildlife Hospital, Which Is In One Of The Areas Hardest Hit By Our Devastating Fires

Back Home On Kangaroo Island And Hitting The Ground Running Out At The Makeshift Wildlife Hospital, Which Is In One Of The Areas Hardest Hit By Our Devastating Fires

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He Got A Star In The Vet Because He Is A Good Boy

He Got A Star In The Vet Because He Is A Good Boy

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Still, at the end of the day, it's all about the joy of witnessing a pet's recovery and the happiness it brings to its family is profoundly fulfilling for these professionals. I mean, there's a unique satisfaction in seeing an animal bounce back from illness or injury, reinvigorated and ready to enjoy life again. These success stories, often shared through touching pictures or heartfelt thank-yous from pet owners, highlight the rewarding nature of the veterinary profession, and for that, they deserve all of our respect.

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My Chonker Frank, Who Bit The Vet When She Called Him Fat

My Chonker Frank, Who Bit The Vet When She Called Him Fat

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That's why the joy of witnessing a pet's recovery and the happiness it brings to its family is profoundly fulfilling for these professionals. I mean, there's a unique satisfaction in seeing an animal bounce back from illness or injury, reinvigorated and ready to enjoy life again. These success stories, often shared through joyful pictures or heartfelt thank-yous from pet owners, highlight the rewarding nature of the veterinary profession, reminding us how much respect these people deserve for doing all of this daily.

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Vet Techs Are Getting A Lot Smaller These Days

Vet Techs Are Getting A Lot Smaller These Days

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My Baby Is In The Hospital, About To Get Surgery. I Think The Vet Loves Him As Much As I Do

My Baby Is In The Hospital, About To Get Surgery. I Think The Vet Loves Him As Much As I Do

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I'm An Animal Shelter Vet Tech And Got To Spend Christmas With My Friend Harley

I'm An Animal Shelter Vet Tech And Got To Spend Christmas With My Friend Harley

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Just Here To Remind You I Have An Awesome Job

Just Here To Remind You I Have An Awesome Job

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Since We’re Sharing Monkey Cats, Here’s Mine Before I Brought Her Home

Since We’re Sharing Monkey Cats, Here’s Mine Before I Brought Her Home

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If You've Ever Wondered How We Keep Joeys Comfortable In The Hospital, This Is How. Fleece-Lined "Pouches" That Replicate Their Mother

If You've Ever Wondered How We Keep Joeys Comfortable In The Hospital, This Is How. Fleece-Lined "Pouches" That Replicate Their Mother

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Please Enjoy A Wagon Of Bassetts

Please Enjoy A Wagon Of Bassetts

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One Of The Kittens In Our Neonate Center At Work Decided To Show Off The Beans

One Of The Kittens In Our Neonate Center At Work Decided To Show Off The Beans

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So My Cat Went Under Anesthesia For His Dental Cleaning This Weekend

So My Cat Went Under Anesthesia For His Dental Cleaning This Weekend

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Bringing A Little Light Into The Darkness. This Kid Has An Atlantoaxial Luxation. These Are The Best Bandages To Get Creative With, Despite The Reason For Needing Them

Bringing A Little Light Into The Darkness. This Kid Has An Atlantoaxial Luxation. These Are The Best Bandages To Get Creative With, Despite The Reason For Needing Them

He has to keep his head completely immobile until it’s time for surgery with the neurologist, and the neurotechnologists asked me to decorate him. This little guy is his dad’s light in the darkness. I just happen to like fish.

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As It Should Be

As It Should Be

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A Little Patient That Is A Little Difficult To Carry. Named Haku

A Little Patient That Is A Little Difficult To Carry. Named Haku

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Five Years Ago I Was Shadowing The Veterinary Team At My Zoo Internship, Dreaming One Day I’d Practice Zoo Medicine. Now I’m Taking On Zoo Patients Of My Own As A Student Doctor

Five Years Ago I Was Shadowing The Veterinary Team At My Zoo Internship, Dreaming One Day I’d Practice Zoo Medicine. Now I’m Taking On Zoo Patients Of My Own As A Student Doctor

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Milo Here Had A Little Accident And Broke One Of His Metacarpal Bones! Thankfully, Dr. Rob Was Here To Help Him On His Path To Mend

Milo Here Had A Little Accident And Broke One Of His Metacarpal Bones! Thankfully, Dr. Rob Was Here To Help Him On His Path To Mend

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Veterinarian Clinic's Entrance Door

Veterinarian Clinic's Entrance Door

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I Make Vet Wrap Art During Downtime At The Clinic. Here Are Some Of My Favorite Creations

I Make Vet Wrap Art During Downtime At The Clinic. Here Are Some Of My Favorite Creations

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I Can't Have My Teefs Cleaned If They Can't See Me

I Can't Have My Teefs Cleaned If They Can't See Me

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A Highlander Came In Today, 24 Toes In Total

A Highlander Came In Today, 24 Toes In Total

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We Don’t Just See Puppies And Kittens Here! We Love Seeing All Types Of Pets That Walk Through This Hospital Big Or Small

We Don’t Just See Puppies And Kittens Here! We Love Seeing All Types Of Pets That Walk Through This Hospital Big Or Small

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The Best Way To Restrain A Pupper For An IV Catheter Placement: Hugs

The Best Way To Restrain A Pupper For An IV Catheter Placement: Hugs

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This Morning The Vet Sent Us This. I Can't Wait To Pick Up Our Kid Tomorrow

This Morning The Vet Sent Us This. I Can't Wait To Pick Up Our Kid Tomorrow

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Took The Kitty To The Vet Today

Took The Kitty To The Vet Today

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Obi Is Not Impressed With His Vet Visit

Obi Is Not Impressed With His Vet Visit

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Every Bunny Loves Laser Treatments. Cold Laser Therapy Is Wonderful For All Sorts Of Pets, Including Rabbits. This New Technology Has Shown Improvement Of Pets With Arthritis Or Acute Pain

Every Bunny Loves Laser Treatments. Cold Laser Therapy Is Wonderful For All Sorts Of Pets, Including Rabbits. This New Technology Has Shown Improvement Of Pets With Arthritis Or Acute Pain

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Momma Nemesis Stopped By To Show Off Her Healthy Litter Of German Shepherd Babies

Momma Nemesis Stopped By To Show Off Her Healthy Litter Of German Shepherd Babies

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#39

First Vet Visit, Everyone Did Great

First Vet Visit, Everyone Did Great

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#40

Sign At Our Local Vet

Sign At Our Local Vet

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#41

Just A Few Of The Cute Animals (Big And Small) We've Seen This Week

Just A Few Of The Cute Animals (Big And Small) We've Seen This Week

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Pups Had A Vet Appointment, Just Noticed This Line Item

Pups Had A Vet Appointment, Just Noticed This Line Item

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"Make Sure You Write In There That I’m A Super Good Girl And Deserve Lots Of Treats, OK Kim???"- Audra

"Make Sure You Write In There That I’m A Super Good Girl And Deserve Lots Of Treats, OK Kim???"- Audra

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A Fun Little Memory I Feel The Need To Share

A Fun Little Memory I Feel The Need To Share

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Felt Very Micromanaged Today

Felt Very Micromanaged Today

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#46

Vet Student Vivian Cleaning A Wound On A Little Gator

Vet Student Vivian Cleaning A Wound On A Little Gator

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Eleanor May Only Have 3 Legs, But She Humbly Requests A Full Staff For Her Blood Draws

Eleanor May Only Have 3 Legs, But She Humbly Requests A Full Staff For Her Blood Draws

1. Blood drawer Technician Tiffany - very important, need the blood.
2. Head holder Technician Shelly - also important, must not move!⁣
3. Butt scratcher Doctor Koelmel - super important, depending on who you ask, THE MOST important. 
4. Paw holder Technician Marissa - everyone needs a little extra support.
5. Food duty provided by Assistant Jackie. Spray cheese on a spoon and peanut butter in a Kong. If you ask Eleanor, this is the ONLY thing that is needed. ⁣ 

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Taking My Turkey To The Vet

Taking My Turkey To The Vet

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Radiographs Play An Integral Role In The Medical Care That We Provide All Of The Patients At The North Carolina Zoo

Radiographs Play An Integral Role In The Medical Care That We Provide All Of The Patients At The North Carolina Zoo

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Beautiful Bernie Came In For A Health Check Recently - At 19 Kg In Weight He Was Quite A Handful But It’s Safe To Say We’re All Smitten - Particularly Vet Natasha

Beautiful Bernie Came In For A Health Check Recently - At 19 Kg In Weight He Was Quite A Handful But It’s Safe To Say We’re All Smitten - Particularly Vet Natasha

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The Vet Gave Me A Certificate Of Bravery For My Cats

The Vet Gave Me A Certificate Of Bravery For My Cats

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Meet Toopy, The Keel-Billed Toucan

Meet Toopy, The Keel-Billed Toucan

He was referred to our avian specialist, Dr. Sojka, for surgery to repair a fractured leg. Toopy recovered well and enjoyed plenty of his favorite fruit snacks before he went home to continue his healing.

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When Your Patient Is A Little Too Comfortable In Consultation

When Your Patient Is A Little Too Comfortable In Consultation

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The Things We Get Excited About At Work: Severely Constipated Cat

The Things We Get Excited About At Work: Severely Constipated Cat

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Our Kind And Compassionate Team Is Equipped To Deal With All Kinds Of Critters

Our Kind And Compassionate Team Is Equipped To Deal With All Kinds Of Critters

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At CAEC, Our Team Never Ducks Out When It Comes To Emergency Care! Dr. Moore Is On Duty, Providing Expert Treatment For All Creatures, Big And Small

At CAEC, Our Team Never Ducks Out When It Comes To Emergency Care! Dr. Moore Is On Duty, Providing Expert Treatment For All Creatures, Big And Small

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My Baby Is All Ready For Her Spay

My Baby Is All Ready For Her Spay

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#58

We Call This Masterpiece "Florence: A Series Of Goodbyes"

We Call This Masterpiece "Florence: A Series Of Goodbyes"

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Dr. Trenholme Who Is Double-Boarded In Both Small Animal Emergency And Critical Care And Veterinary Anesthesia And Pain Management

Dr. Trenholme Who Is Double-Boarded In Both Small Animal Emergency And Critical Care And Veterinary Anesthesia And Pain Management

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This Friendly Dude Had A Blocked Salivary Duct Which Was Making His Eye And Nose Very Sore, So We Unblocked It, But Not Until He Climbed On Top Of All Of Our Heads First Though

This Friendly Dude Had A Blocked Salivary Duct Which Was Making His Eye And Nose Very Sore, So We Unblocked It, But Not Until He Climbed On Top Of All Of Our Heads First Though

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Zuko Had Invasive Surgery Today. The Vet Sent Me This

Zuko Had Invasive Surgery Today. The Vet Sent Me This

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Helping Out The Locals

Helping Out The Locals

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He Used His Turn With The Brain Cell To Exploit A Hidden Weakness In The Cabinets At The Vet Today

He Used His Turn With The Brain Cell To Exploit A Hidden Weakness In The Cabinets At The Vet Today

It's a tiny gap between the wall and cabinet baseboard that they didn't know was there and, after an hour of trying to get him and finally succeeding, will be immediately filled. Yes, that's the so-called rabies hook they're using. He also bit through bite-proof gloves. And the kicker is that the bad stuff was over with. We were ready to go home! 

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My Bearded Dragon Double-Checking His Vet’s Cricket Math After She Said I’m Overfeeding Him

My Bearded Dragon Double-Checking His Vet’s Cricket Math After She Said I’m Overfeeding Him

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Rodeo Visited Us Today And Brought The Most Adorable Puppy Cheers! She Went Through Her First Vaccines Like A Champ And Got All The Cuddles And Snackies From The Team

Rodeo Visited Us Today And Brought The Most Adorable Puppy Cheers! She Went Through Her First Vaccines Like A Champ And Got All The Cuddles And Snackies From The Team

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Different Animal Ct Scans Under Anesthesia

Different Animal Ct Scans Under Anesthesia

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Frenkie The Sphynx Had A Lot Of Fun With Us Today

Frenkie The Sphynx Had A Lot Of Fun With Us Today

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After My Kitty's Surgery, Not Only Did She Scare The Vet Techs, But She Was Apparently Deceitful As Well

After My Kitty's Surgery, Not Only Did She Scare The Vet Techs, But She Was Apparently Deceitful As Well

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We Find A Way To Say Yes! If Your Pet Can Fit Through The Door, Our Vets Are Always Here To Help

We Find A Way To Say Yes! If Your Pet Can Fit Through The Door, Our Vets Are Always Here To Help

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From Critical Care To Surgeries, We're Equipped To Handle All Pet Emergencies. Your Pet's Health Is In Good Hands

From Critical Care To Surgeries, We're Equipped To Handle All Pet Emergencies. Your Pet's Health Is In Good Hands

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Saint Patty's Photo Booth At Our Clinic

Saint Patty's Photo Booth At Our Clinic

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Guess Who Pooped On The Vet Exam Room Floor Today

Guess Who Pooped On The Vet Exam Room Floor Today

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Treating Kingston, A Red-Tailed Hawk The Past Several Months Has Been An Incredible Learning Opportunity That I Am Grateful To Have Been Able To Experience

Treating Kingston, A Red-Tailed Hawk The Past Several Months Has Been An Incredible Learning Opportunity That I Am Grateful To Have Been Able To Experience

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I’m Really Happy That I Can Continue Doing My Job And Meeting Incredible Creatures Like This Girl

I’m Really Happy That I Can Continue Doing My Job And Meeting Incredible Creatures Like This Girl

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Completing My First C-Section And Bringing These Sweet Pups Into The World. Shout Out To My Phenomenal Team Of Women Technologists And Doctors Who Supported Me Every Step Of The Way

Completing My First C-Section And Bringing These Sweet Pups Into The World. Shout Out To My Phenomenal Team Of Women Technologists And Doctors Who Supported Me Every Step Of The Way

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Meet Yoda, This Adorable Dwarf Hamster Stole Our Hearts Today

Meet Yoda, This Adorable Dwarf Hamster Stole Our Hearts Today

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Tegu Friend, First Thing In The Morning

Tegu Friend, First Thing In The Morning

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Our Little Doggy At The Vet

Our Little Doggy At The Vet

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A Peek Into Our Guinea Pig's Ultrasound Adventures

A Peek Into Our Guinea Pig's Ultrasound Adventures

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Piggie At The Vet

Piggie At The Vet

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