At VCA Annandale Animal Hospital, we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners.
Located in Annandale, our veterinarians, technicians and support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best preventive and healing care.
Caring for pets...and their people, too! A wealth of veterinary experience at your service!
VCA Annandale Animal Hospital has been serving our community for over 40 years. Our friendly, knowledgeable veterinarians, technicians and support staff look forward to meeting you and your dog or cat.
Your Pet's health is our top priority and excellent customer service is our goal!
At VCA Annandale Animal Hospital, we look forward to welcoming you and your dog or cat. Everyone on our staff believes the better we get to know your pets, the better we can provide the best possible healthcare for them. Our team provides you and your pet the attention you expect for your family member. We'll carefully track the course of your pet's care, which is so important to your pet's long-term health.
In every case, you'll be seen by experienced, knowledgeable members of our team. Our veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other pet friendly personnel are trained to the highest standards. Their knowledge ensures that all patients get the best in prevention and healing methods.
Local Medical Issues
Protect Against Parasites!
Are there different sorts of internal parasites or worms?
There are several types of internal parasites that cause problems in dogs. These include nematodes or roundworms, of which Toxocara canis (intestinal roundworm) and Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm) are the main examples, and cestodes or tapeworms of which Dipylidium caninum, Taenia species and Echinococcus species are important examples. Ancylostoma species (hookworms) are also common internal parasites in many parts of the United States.
In cats; these include nematodes or roundworms, of which Toxocara cati, Toxascaris leonina (intestinal roundworm) and Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm) are the main examples, and cestodes or tapeworms of which Dipylidium caninum, Taenia species and Echinococcus species are important examples. Ancylostoma species (hookworms) are also common internal parasites in many parts of the United States and Canada.
Are these infections serious in a dog?
Intestinal worms can be a serious problem in young puppies. Hookworms can cause anemia and roundworms can lead to poor growth and development.
Intestinal worms can be a serious problem in young kittens. Hookworms can cause anemia and roundworms can lead to poor growth and development.
Heartworm disease is a major life-threatening problem. Heartworm disease is considered to be one of the most serious conditions seen in small animal practice. Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes.
Please stay in schedule with your flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. Call and schedule your appointment today for Heartworm testing and begin preventative measure TODAY!
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ASPCA Poison Control Center Hotline
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is staffed 24 hours with veterinary health professionals who have been specially trained in veterinary toxicology. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call the ASPCA 24 hour emergency Animal Poison Control Center hotline at (888) 426-4435.
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Animal Shelter.
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CareCredit
From routine appointments to emergency situations or surgeries, the CareCredit card gives pet owners the peace of mind needed to care for pets big and small.
Unlike traditional pet financing or veterinary payment plans, the CareCredit credit card gives you the flexibility to use your card again and again for your pet's procedures.
Fairfax County Animal Shelter
Animal Shelter.
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Homeward Trails Animal Rescue
Homeward Trails Animal Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides pet adoption in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland. They find homes for dogs and cats rescued from low-income, rural animal shelters or whose owners can no longer care for them; abandoned hunting dogs who are dumped in woods or left at shelters; owned pets whose owners can no longer care for them; and animals who have been injured, abused and neglected. They actively seek to reduce the rate of euthanasia, support proactive spay/neuter practices, and educate the public about how to care for their animals in a humane way. They facilitate adoptions from local shelters and support a large network of foster care providers who take homeless dogs and cats into their homes, care for them, rehabilitate them when needed, and prepare them for their permanent adoptive homes.
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Trupanion Pet Insurance
The Trupanion policy was created to help your four-legged family members get the best veterinary care when they're sick or injured. Simply put, Trupanion offers one simple plan that covers 90% of all eligible unexpected illnesses or injuries throughout your pet's life. Rest assured knowing your pet can receive the best veterinary care, without worrying about the cost.
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