09.16.11

Veterinary Specialty Hospital Powers through the Blackout

Caren Folbre, Marketing Manager

It’s been over a week since 5 million people in our region were plunged into darkness during Southern California’s largest ever blackout. Being a 24-hour veterinary hospital, work can’t stop – there are critically ill dogs and cats needing immediate treatment. I am happy to report that it was “business as usual” at VSH. In ER, the doctors and technicians didn’t miss a beat. As they were plunged into darkness, they immediately whipped out their penlights working intensely as if nothing had happened. The emergency generator kicked in to power life-saving equipment and back-up lights were lit.

12.28.2010

Rescued Pit Bull Gives Back to Community as Therapy Dog

Nicole Edwards, RVT, Emergency Technician Liaison and President of Even Chance Pit Bull Advocacy + Resources + Rescue

Despite a congenital deformity, Cody beat the odds to help change lives. It’s hard not to believe in fate when you hear Cody’s story—a deformed puppy that was abandoned at the shelter and is now a certified therapy dog.

11.16.2010

November is Cancer Awareness Month, You CAN Make a Difference!

Brenda Phillips, DVM, ACVIM (Medical Oncology), Blaise Burke, DVM, ACVR (Radiation Oncology)

Cancer (neoplasia) is reported to be a leading cause of death in dogs and cats. Though cancer can be challenging to treat, early detection can improve the prognosis.

Looking Forward as We Look Back

Keith Richter, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM, founder and administrator of Veterinary Specialty Hospital

This is a special time for VSH. Besides launching this brand new website, August 1, 2010 marked VSH's 20 year anniversary. Believe it or not, we are one of the largest and oldest specialty hospitals in the country (probably top 10 in both, maybe top 5). It is easy to grow and thrive when we have a talented staff of doctors, technicians, client service reps, and administrators. It takes this team to make VSH what it is.