VCA
Hollywood Animal Hospital (VCAHAH) in collaboration with Animal Eye Guys (AEG)
of South Florida is proud to announce a one-day Free Eye Exams Event for
Service Animals. This event, scheduled for Sunday, May 19, 2024, from 10:00 am
to 2:00 pm, aims to provide valuable eye care services to qualified working
dogs in South Florida.
As part
of the ACVO National Service Dog Eye Exam program, VCAHAH and AEG will offer
free eye exams to service animals, including BSO K9 Patrol Officers, Humane
Society of Broward County Therapy Animals, Memorial Regional Hospital, Broward
County Court House Canines, and more. These exams will be conducted by
qualified veterinarians specializing in ophthalmology.
WHO/WHAT:
VCA
Hollywood Animal Hospital and Animal Eye Guys of South Florida to host Free Eye
Exams Event for Service Animals.
WHEN:
Sunday,
May 19, 2024, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
WHERE:
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital
2864 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, FL 33020
954.920.3556
HOW: Early
registration is key to providing these exams.
This
event is part of the ACVO National Service Dog Eye Exam program, which has been
providing free eye exams for service animals for 15 years. The program is
conducted by 250 board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists from across the
United States and Canada, including Puerto Rico.
To qualify, qualified service animals must register online April
1-30th at https://www.acvoeyeexam.org/.
Once registered, call 754-732-1792 to schedule an appointment.
Who is eligible? Any active working animal that
has been certified by a formal training program or organization or are
currently enrolled in a formal training program. The certifying organization
could be national, regional, or local in nature.
Examples of active working
animals are guide dogs, handicapped assistance animals, detection dogs,
therapy animals, emotional support animals, and search and rescue
dogs. Pre-Registration is required
When are the exams? Exams are offered throughout the month of May
and during this dedicated one-day event on May 21st at
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital.
Pre-Registration is required.
How to schedule an exam? Register online- April 1- 30th at www.ACVOeyeexam.org
Then call 754-732-1792 to
set an appointment.
"We
are thrilled to be part of the ACVO National Service Dog Eye Exam program and
to provide free eye exams to our local service animals," said Dr. James
Herrington, Medical Director at VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital. "This event
not only ensures the health and well-being of these dedicated animals but also
celebrates their invaluable contributions to our community."
Media
representatives are encouraged to attend this event to capture stories and
photos of our local service animal community.
About VCA Hollywood Animal
Hospital:
VCA
Hollywood Animal Hospital is a leading veterinary hospital providing
comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for pets. With a dedicated
team of veterinarians and support staff, VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital is
committed to promoting responsible pet ownership and providing exceptional
veterinary care.
About Animal Eye Guys of South
Florida:
Animal Eye Guys of South Florida
is a specialized veterinary ophthalmology practice dedicated to the diagnosis
and treatment of eye conditions in animals. Led by experienced veterinary
ophthalmologists, Animal Eye Guys of South Florida offers advanced eye care
services for pes, including service animals.