MedVet Hilliard

09/24/2026

The unexpected is part of what makes emergency and specialty veterinary medicine both challenging and rewarding.

Every day, our dedicated teams care for pets facing urgent injuries, complex conditions and everything in between, providing advanced, compassionate care tailored to each patient.

Meet a few of the patients who came to MedVet and their treatment journeys. ❤️

09/23/2026

Milo’s housemate’s food looked like an innocent snack. Unfortunately, it contained medications that were toxic to Milo.

After accidentally eating the food, Milo arrived at MedVet Lexington extremely lethargic and behaving unusually. Our team determined he had ingested a toxic dose of a medication that can dangerously affect heart rate and blood pressure.

Milo was hospitalized for intensive care, including IV fluids, injectable medications, and continuous monitoring. He responded to treatment much faster than expected and was back to his normal kitten self the following day. Before heading home, he squeezed in a little lunch-break cuddle with one of our technicians. 🐱

Pets can get into medications in some pretty unexpected ways. Learn about other surprising pet poisons and what to do if your pet ingests something potentially toxic: https://www.medvet.com/15-surprising-pet-poisons

09/23/2026

Knowing when your pet needs emergency care can be difficult, especially when symptoms appear suddenly.

Dr. Julia Fincher, Emergency Medicine Veterinarian at MedVet Mandeville and MedVet New Orleans, shares some of the common signs that should be evaluated by an emergency team, including breathing changes, unexplained trauma, seizures, sudden weakness, trouble urinating, persistent vomiting or diarrhea, and bloating.

Every situation is different, and you know your pet better than anyone. If something feels wrong, it’s always worth reaching out to your veterinarian or emergency team for guidance.

Our ER teams are here 24/7 to help pets receive the care they need. 💙

09/22/2026

From building confidence to strengthening communication skills and applying new knowledge in practice, our mentors get to witness that growth throughout the Emergency Clinician Mentorship Program (ECMP).

At MedVet, our ER mentors raise their hands to take on this role because they’re passionate about supporting the next generation of emergency clinicians. They’re equipped through Mentor Academy and supported throughout the experience by Mackenzie Ruehl, who is both an ECMP mentor and brings advanced educational training to the program.

Our mentors also have the autonomy to tailor the mentorship experience to each ER doctor trainee, with the support of the broader ECMP program behind them.

Hear directly from our mentors about what makes mentorship so rewarding.

Interested in learning more about ECMP? Questions can be directed to Kate Bailey at [email protected].

09/22/2026

✨ We’re gearing up for the 2026 Veterinary Cancer Society (VCS) Annual Conference in Minneapolis, MN from September 24-26!

As a proud Diamond Sponsor, MedVet is honored to support the oncology community through:
🎓 Resident Travel Stipends & Awards
📑 Resident Poster & Oral Abstract Presentations
🧠 A Pre-Conference Workshop with Chris Carlson

We’re excited to connect, learn, and advance cancer care for pets together. See you in Minneapolis! 💙

09/21/2026

That’s a wrap on the IVECCS 2026! 🐾✨

We had a fantastic week in Savannah connecting with veterinary professionals, celebrating our colleagues and supporting the Emergency and Critical Care community.

A few highlights from the conference:

🎓 Connecting with students, interns and residents at our reception, where our caregivers had meaningful conversations with attendees, celebrated our travel award winners and enjoyed an incredible view of the river.

💙 Supporting DEI in veterinary medicine by sponsoring the DEI Happy Hour and helping close out the conference in support of initiatives that promote greater inclusion across our profession.

💼 Meeting the next generation of veterinary professionals at the Career Fair, where our Recruiting team connected with so many attendees exploring their next career opportunity.

🎤 Sharing knowledge and expertise with strong turnout for presentations from several MedVet speakers. Drs. Jay Gladden and Andrew Taylor even kicked off their 6:30 am session to a full room for their talk on preventing iatrogenic pneumothorax!

We’re grateful to everyone who stopped by our booth, attended a MedVet event or presentation, connected with our caregivers, and helped make IVECCS 2026 such a memorable week. Until next time, Savannah! 👋

Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society

09/21/2026

If your pet has a complex condition, needs advanced diagnostics or treatment, or would benefit from expertise beyond routine veterinary care, a specialist may be part of their care journey.

Veterinary specialists are veterinarians who complete additional advanced training in a specific area of veterinary medicine, such as Cardiology, Oncology, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine and more. They bring specialized knowledge and advanced tools to help diagnose and treat conditions that may require a deeper level of expertise.

And seeing a specialist doesn’t mean your family veterinarian is out of the picture. Specialty care works alongside your pet’s regular veterinary care to help provide a coordinated approach to their health. 🩺🐶🐱

Curious about what happens when your pet sees a specialist, what different specialties do, and when specialty care may be recommended?

📖 Head to our Pet Care Resources blog to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04xVlmv0

09/17/2026

Sometimes, a second chance starts with one person choosing to help.

A Good Samaritan found Dobby as a senior stray, and rushed him to MedVet Dayton for evaluation, where our Emergency team discovered an a**l gland tumor that required surgery.

But Dobby's story didn't end there. The person who found him decided to officially adopt him and has continued to care for his other health needs, giving Dobby the love, comfort, and care he deserves in his golden years.

We're so grateful Dobby found his way to someone who was willing to give him the second chance he needed. 🐾

09/17/2026

Meet Pete, a Blue Heeler mix whose cancer journey is a reminder of the importance of specialized veterinary care and ongoing monitoring.

At 9 years old, Pete was diagnosed with a mast cell tumor on his nose, a challenging location that required a collaborative approach between our Medical Oncology and Surgery teams at MedVet New Orleans. After lymph node removal, electrochemotherapy, and chemotherapy, Pete’s mast cell tumor has not returned, and he continues to enjoy life with his family years later.

During his routine rechecks, our Oncology team also detected a new tumor early, allowing it to be treated before it caused any concerns.

Now 12 years old, Pete is still enjoying adventures, including plenty of hikes with his family. We’ve loved being part of his story and celebrating each milestone along the way. 💙

09/16/2026

A day at the ranch looks a little different for our MedVet Mandeville Dermatology team. 🐴

Dr. Steve Lemarie and Veterinary Technicians Brittany and Dawn recently visited Ricochet Ranch to allergy test two horses, Sam the Bay and Kate the Blue Roan, with Dr. Allison Barca.

And, of course, no ranch visit is complete without a supervisor. Trick the Border Collie was happy to oversee the whole operation. 🐶

Swipe through to meet the patients and see our team’s work beyond the hospital.

09/04/2026

Labor Day plans with your pet?

MedVet’s 24/7 Emergency teams are here if you need us.

Our hospital is open all holiday weekend and on Labor Day, so you can relax and enjoy the festivities knowing expert care is always nearby, just in case!

🔗 Find your nearest location at https://hubs.la/Q04wF94c0

07/03/2026

While the Fourth of July is a time for us to celebrate our nation’s independence, for pets it can be an alarming and scary time. Rest assured, we’re open on the Fourth of July and throughout the holiday weekend if you need urgent or emergency veterinary care.

Visit our website to find a MedVet location near you.
https://hubs.la/Q04nqlFn0

05/24/2026

While you’re enjoying the holiday weekend with your pet, don’t forget that MedVet is here in case of emergencies! Our ERs are open and ready to help.

MedVet locations and their hours can be found here: https://hubs.la/Q04hJHLj0

01/22/2026

⚠️ We’re closely monitoring the potential for winter weather and plan to remain open 24/7 to support pets in our community.

If weather conditions impact our hours, the most accurate and up-to-date information will be available on our location page linked below ⤵️.

https://www.medvet.com/location/hilliard

Stay safe and warm!

MedVet Hilliard provides emergency and specialty care for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, ferrets, birds, sugar gliders, and other exotic pets.

12/31/2025

As we welcome 2026, our MedVet emergency hospitals remain open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day to provide expert veterinary emergency care for pets in need. If your pet experiences an urgent or emergent injury or illness, please come directly to your nearest MedVet, no appointment is needed. 🐾

💙 From all of us at MedVet, we wish you and your pets a safe, healthy, and joyful New Year!

📍 Reminder: A select few MedVet locations are not open 24/7 or may have limited holiday hours. Visit our website to find your nearest MedVet and view current hours: https://hubs.la/Q03Zc-hH0

12/24/2025

🎄 We’re here when you need us, even during the holidays.

MedVet hospitals are open 24/7 for emergency care, every day of the year. Because pets don’t take holidays, and neither do we. 💙

📍 Reminder: A few MedVet locations are not open 24/7 or may have limited holiday hours. Visit our website to find your nearest MedVet and view current hours: https://hubs.la/Q03YYb3D0

11/27/2025

Thanksgiving plans with your pet?

MedVet’s 24/7 Emergency teams are here if you need us.

Our hospitals are open on Thanksgiving and through the holiday weekend, so you can relax and enjoy time with your family knowing expert care is always nearby, just in case!

🔗 Find your nearest location: https://hubs.la/Q03VZ0T10

09/01/2025

Labor Day plans with your pet?

MedVet’s 24/7 Emergency teams are here if you need us.

Our hospitals are open all holiday weekend, so you can relax and enjoy the festivities knowing expert care is always nearby, just in case!

🔗 Find your nearest location: https://hubs.la/Q03GgzJX0

07/04/2025

While the Fourth of July is a time for us to celebrate our nation’s independence, for pets it can be an alarming and scary time. Rest assured, we’re open on the Fourth of July and throughout the holiday weekend if you need urgent or emergency veterinary care.

Visit our website to find a MedVet location near you: https://hubs.la/Q03vJ8TB0

05/25/2025

While you’re enjoying this sunny holiday weekend with your pet, don’t forget that MedVet is here in case of emergencies! Our ER is open 24/7 and ready to help.

MedVet locations and their hours can be found here: https://hubs.la/Q03nNKNR0