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We are so excited to be celebrating National Veterinary Technician Week at LVH this week! Our entire team works hard every day to provide exceptional and compassionate care to our animal family. In honor of National Veterinary Technician Week, we want to take you behind-the-scenes with one group in particular – our licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs) – to show you the depth of their skills and specialties.  All of our LVTs have… Read More

The Autumn season is one of our most favorite times of the year. What’s not to love about the fall in Northern Virginia – a crisp nip in the air, the brilliant colors of changing foliage, pumpkin patches, and apple picking – it’s the perfect time to get out and explore Loudoun County with our family and furry friends. But before you head out, take a look at your canine companion’s leash…. Read More

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day

I’m sure many of you with cats at home know this situation all too well.  The time comes for Fluffy’s yearly or semi-annual wellness check-up.  You call the vet, schedule the appointment, and dig the carrier out of the attic.  However, on the day of the exam, your generally playful, social, and curious kitty clams up or runs for cover at the sight of their carrier.  Heck, even the mention of that… Read More

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This blog article was originally posted last spring.  Our Licensed Veterinary Technician, Sue Perkins is taking over the class as Dr. Willkom prepares to move back to her hometown in Wisconsin.  We are so going to miss Dr. Willkom but excited (and a little jealous) for Sue as she takes over puppy-duties! Early socialization helps young pups develop into happy, confident, dogs.Image source: Ellen Zangla Photography…

Last Sunday, a group of LVH doctors, technicians, and assistants met bright and early at the hospital to spay and neuter pets up for adoption at a local rescue.  While many people were taking advantage of the weekend to sleep in or soak up some summer sun, our team was busy in the surgical suites, getting six animals from the Humane Society of Washington County, MD ready for their forever homes. Volunteering… Read More

As you may have already read on our website, LVH’s mission is to provide the best veterinary medicine and client services possible. To accomplish this goal, our staff continually strives to uphold and integrate six core values into all of our daily practice activities:   Over the past year, LVH’s practice owner, Dr. Strickland has made it a priority to keep these values fresh in our staffs’ minds.  It’s one thing to… Read More

This blog article was originally posted last spring.  Our Licensed Veterinary Technician, Sue Perkins is taking over the class as Dr. Willkom prepares to move back to her hometown in Wisconsin.  We are so going to miss Dr. Willkom but excited (and a little jealous) for Sue as she takes over puppy-duties! Ok, ok, so maybe we’re going out on a limb here by saying our lovable but rambunctious young friends will… Read More