One year in, what to expect!

As we approach the one-year mark of the strangest year of our lives, we an share in the sentiment- COVID fatigue! We are all stressed out and we miss our "old" lives.

With that said, there is little indication that “this too shall pass.” As we value our role  in patient care and as we work with our local veterinarians to serve our pet community, we would like to candidly share some updates about our practice.   What you need to know! We are here for you. Our doctors and specialists and our 24/7/365 emergency service is your resource. What you may not know. Walk-ins/Emergencies. Every day, we have doctors scheduled to see walk-ins and emergencies. Yet, even staffed, our walk-in wait time can be HOURS. We prioritize emergencies, therefore we want you to know the realities of extended wait times when cases are non-emergent cases. We have appointments available within 48 hours. When your pet needs to be seen but it is not a life threatening emergency, we can secure appointment times usually within 48 hours.   In fact, you can schedule your own appointment online at vcahollywood.com, by downloading our app @ www.myvcaapp.com, via email at au1000@vca.com or by leaving a message for a call back. The advantage? Avoid the ‘emergency room’ experience and ensure your pet is taken care of.  ___________________________________________________________ We have all endured a great deal this year. We have made some challenging decisions, each with the health and safety of our staff and clients in mind. As we move forward, we are grateful for our continued partnership and we appreciate the trust you have put in us for so many years. Please consider our team your resource for your specialty and emergency referral needs.

Food Backorder

A year of consumers being stuck at home has created a surprising level of unexpected demand for products and imports in every market, creating a shortage of cargo shipping containers and truck drivers.

These shipping constraints have resulted in an inventory shortage throughout the entire pet food industry as well. Whether due to…

1. COVID-related production problems and capacity constraints.
2. Increases in pet ownership amidst the health crisis.
3. Pet owners trading up to healthier pet foods.

As such, many consumers are unable to find their pet's food in the stores. While manufacturers and vendors are working together to correct the course, this may take some time to get the marketplace back to normal.

What can you do?

If you are unable to find your pet's food, we are happy to provide you with an alternative dietary recommendation. Please send us a message and we can share those diet options.

While we will continue to update you on the progress of food availability, further assistance may be available through your pet's food manufacturer.

HILLS – Website:hillspet.com; Phone: 800-445-5777

PURINA – Website: purina.com/purina-pro-plan-veterinary-diets; Phone: 800-778-7462

ROYAL CANIN – Website: my.royalcanin.com; Email: info.usa@royalcanin.com; Phone: 800-592-6687

We are here for you.

As we continue to move toward our new normal, we remain committed to providing you and your pet(s) with the care options they need to thrive. We invite you to stay connected with us through our myVCA App for the fastest access to:

• 
  Your pet's records
• Medication refills
• Online pharmacy
• Scheduling appointments
• 24/7/365 access to a veterinarian
• and so much more...

Download the app and see for yourself!

Our team is here for you!

It is with sadness (for us) and joy (for her) that we bid farewell to our colleague and friend Dr. Briana Danielson as she embarks on a great new adventure in New Mexico.

During the last five years, we have enjoyed working with Dr. Danielson. We have valued her professionalism, diligence, and passion for animals and we are sad to see her go. However, we are confident she will thrive on her new path and we take some solace in knowing that she will continue to be a part of our VCA family as she traverses the country to join a specialty VCA practice in Albuquerque.

Now more than ever we want to assure you that our Surgical Service is here to support you. Our team has decades of experience to offer your patients, ensuring they always get the specialized care they need.

Get to know our team!

Jon Dee, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR

&

Andrea Clark, DVM, DACVS-SA

Jon Dee, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR

For over 52 years, Dr. Jon has cared for pets. His vast experience, passion for education and love of orthopedics is visible in his approach to the care of every patient. As a practice, we are stronger for his leadership and anchored by the history he brings to the table.

See for yourself! (watch this cool video of Dr. Jon!)

Andrea Clark, DVM, DACVS-SA

A member of the VCA family since 2015, Dr. Clark joined VCA Hollywood in 2018 and established herself quicky as an asset to our specialty surgical department. Her skill with both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery and her commitment to excellence is seen in her care of each and every patient. Her team is passionate about animals and about outstanding client care.

See for yourself! (watch this cool video of Dr. Clark!)

Our Specialty Services apply a team approach to patient care using the strength and expertise of all of our on-site specialists in   Cardiology l Dermatology l Emergency & Critical Care l Internal Medicine l Oncology l Surgery.

Learn more about our team!

Our Team is Growing!!!

Keri Schaefer

Welcome, to our new 
Hospital Manager!

As we gladly say goodbye to a challenging 2020, and optimistically embrace the New Year, we proudly welcome Keri Schaefer to our practice as Hospital Manager. As a long-standing member of our Hollywood Animal Hospital family, Keri embodies our familiar roots. Having filled the role of our Human Resource Manager for the last 15 years, Keri developed a deep understanding of not only our practice but of the tremendous people that care for your pets 

As she steps into this new role, she continues our tradition of caring for our South Florida pet community. We are excited to welcome Keri as she joins, our medical director, Dr. James Herrington at the helm and we look forward to the continued growth of the practice and of the excellent pet care you have come to expect for your fur babies.

Holiday Emergency Service Hours:

Tuesday, Dec 28th

Emergency/ walk-in service begins at 11am.

Wednesday, Dec 29th

Emergency/ walk-in service begins at 11am.

Thursday, Dec 30th

Emergency/ walk-in service begins at 4pm.

Saturday, Jan 1st

No Emergency/ walk-in service on New Year's Day.
Closed for Emergencies.
Only existing hospitalized patients will be seen on New Year's Day.

 

Updated: 12/28/21 

Nancy French, you will be missed!

In her own words, Nancy French “pretty much grew up at the HAH”.  Beginning her career at just 16, Nancy remains one of the few team members to have firsthand stories of days with our founder, Dr. Dee Sr. 

 Starting in our kennels and then advancing to become Dr. Jon’s lead surgical technician could have been a career in and of itself. However, in 2006, Nancy took on yet another challenge and stepped into the role of our practice manager. As Manager, Nancy embraced our hospital’s culture of community service and our drive to provide the best in cutting edge medical care.

Developing standards and traditions that have stood the test of time, Nancy leaves a blueprint for us to continue her work, to mirror her ethics, and to share her love for pets and people. Nancy has ensured her legacy in the history of VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital and we are a better practice because of her leadership. 

Watch this video to see the VCA Hollywood antics as we officially bid Nancy farewell! 

It is with great sadness and great excitement that we wish Nancy French good luck and much love as she embarks on a new life journey.

After 45 years of service to our hospital and our community, Nancy has chosen to retire. She will be missed.

As she begins this chapter, we congratulate her on her new role as full-time, wife, grandma, and friend. We wish for her clear roads for travel, steady waters for kayaking, and wee-wee pads for her new puppy. 

Human Quality Care for your Pet

As a leader in specialized veterinary medicine, VCA Hollywood has always offered the best care for our pet community with Digital Imaging for advanced diagnosis and care!

                                                                                             3D Video of Canine Scan

Now offering the only 64 Slice CT (computed tomography) Scanner in So.Florida Veterinary medicine, we provide human-quality advanced diagnostic imaging for your pet. This means we deliver the highest resolution images available with significantly less anesthetic time, quicker return of interpretations and ultimately more timely diagnoses and treatment for your precious pet.

If you veterinarian recommends a CT scan for conditions including pre-operation evaluations, neurological disorders (disk disease, seizures, etc), orthopedic disorders, nasal disease as well as many other conditions which may benefit from CT imaging, our doctors and boarded radiologist is her here to help you find answers.

 

Quick-Facts about CT Imaging

Our human-hospital grade technology is now available for your patients too.  

Read more to learn about our Haemonetics Cell Saver 5+ and Toshiba 16 slice CT

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital strives to provide the latest technology in veterinary care with our new 64 Slice CT machine.

What is a CT Scan?

CT stands for Computed Tomography. It is basically a series of very fine X‑rays that the computer then assembles into a 3D image. CT scans are especially helpful in evaluating the skull, brain, sinuses, inner ear, eye sockets, spine and discs, bones, joints, and soft tissues.

How does this make us different?

●       Quality-VCA Hollywood HD CT Scans offer greater resolution than traditional diagnostic imaging tools because of our 64 slice scanner.

●       Value-VCA Hollywood’s CT scans an affordable diagnostic- gets more comprehensive answers more quickly then other diagnostics

●       Availability-CT Reports are read by a board-certified radiologist and standardly provided within 24 hours of scan. “Stat” reads are also available.

Toshiba 16 Slice CT

Our 64 slice CT machine produces high resolution images, requires less anesthesia time and generates quicker reports and results, allowing for more timely diagnoses and treatment plans.

CT include:

* Pre-Surgery Examination-Each pet is given a thorough examination before surgery allowing us to determine anesthesia risk before surgery.
* Intravenous Catheter-The catheter gives access to a vein so that the doctor is able to administer drugs and fluids.
* Intravenous Fluids (During Procedure)- The fluid is a balanced electrolyte solution helps to combat anesthesia-induced drop in blood pressure. The exact rate of fluid administration is determined based on the pet’s body weight, hydration status, etc.
* Anti-nausea Medication (Cerenia)-Dogs and cats may have a propensity to vomit due to some of the pain prevention medications and anesthesia they receive. Cerenia is highly effective in controlling nausea allowing your pet to feel more comfortable. Pets treated with Cernia before surgery are shown to have a better appetite during the recovery process.
* A pre-anesthetic tranquilizer/analgesic (pain medication)-Administered to decrease stress, anxiety and preemptively address discomfort Scans are reviewed by our Board Certified Radiologist with standard results returned within 24 hours. Stat reads available at additional fee.