Homeward Bound Veterinary Services

02/19/2026

"I have been taking my dog Aspen to Homeward Bound vets since I've had her. I used to take my dog Bella to them before she passed. They helped tremendously with all of Bellas cremation details.
Everyone that works there are so kind. You can definitely tell they love what they do and they care!
I would not take my pets anywhere else!!!" says Eileen on Google

★★★★★ I have been taking my dog Aspen to Homeward Bound vets since I've had her. I used to take my dog Bella to them before she passed. They helped tremendously with all of Bellas cremation details. Everyone that works there are so kind. You can definitely tell they love what they do and t...

02/18/2026

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🐾 **Wellness Matters Every Day** 🐾
**February 18 | Atwood Wellness Center**

At Atwood Wellness Center, we’re here for more than just vaccines. From sick visits and ear & eye concerns to chronic condition management and preventative care, our goal is to keep your pets healthy, comfortable, and thriving at every stage of life.

If your pet isn’t feeling quite right — or if it’s time for a routine checkup — our team is ready to help with compassionate, comprehensive care in a calm, familiar setting.

📍 Atwood Wellness Center
📞 Call to schedule or book online
🐶🐱 Caring for your pets like family

02/18/2026

Today Only.... only until appointment slots fill so call early!

02/17/2026

🐾 If You’re Struggling to Afford Veterinary Care — You’re Not Alone 🐾

We know veterinary emergencies don’t always come at a convenient time financially. If you’re facing a tough situation, here are real options that may help:

💻 Crowdfunding
Many families successfully raise funds through:
• GoFundMe
• Waggle (specifically for veterinary bills)

✨ Tip: Photos, updates, and sharing your pet’s story go a long way.

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🐶 Pet Charities That May Be Able to Help 🐱

While funding is never guaranteed, these organizations may offer financial assistance or grants for qualifying cases:
• RedRover Relief
• The Pet Fund
• Brown Dog Foundation
• Frankie’s Friends
• Paws 4 A Cure

📌 Each charity has its own application process, eligibility rules, and response times.

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💳 Payment & Financing Options to Ask About

Not all clinics offer the same solutions, but it never hurts to ask about:
• Third-party financing
• Splitting diagnostics and treatment into stages
• Treating the most urgent issue first

Open communication helps us help you.

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❤️ A Gentle Reminder

Veterinary teams do not judge financial hardship. Our goal is the same as yours — to help your pet in the best way possible with the resources available.

If you’re worried about cost, please talk to us early. Waiting often makes things more expensive — and harder on your pet.

🐾 We’re here to help guide you through options whenever we can.

02/17/2026

🐱 Indoor Cat Enrichment: Keeping Your Cat Happy, Healthy, and Entertained

Indoor cats live longer, safer lives—but that doesn’t mean they should live boring ones. Enrichment is all about meeting your cat’s natural instincts to hunt, watch, climb, and play, even while staying cozy indoors.

🪶 Bring the Outdoors to Them (Safely!)
One of the easiest and most enriching activities for indoor cats is bird watching. Setting up a bird feeder outside a window (never inside) gives cats hours of mental stimulation. Think of it as live, high-definition Cat TV. Bonus points if the window has a perch or cat tree nearby so they can lounge and observe like the tiny predators they are.

🧶 Toys That Mimic the Hunt
Cats thrive on toys that let them stalk, chase, and pounce. Wand toys, feather teasers, laser pointers (always end with a physical toy!), and motorized toys all help satisfy that hunting instinct. Rotate toys every few days—newness matters more than quantity.

📺 Cat TV (Yes, It’s a Thing)
YouTube has entire channels designed just for cats—videos of birds, squirrels, fish, and bugs with calming or nature sounds. Many cats will sit transfixed for long stretches. It’s especially helpful for solo cats or during bad weather when windows may be less exciting.

🧠 Feed the Brain, Not Just the Belly
Puzzle feeders, treat balls, and slow-feed toys turn mealtime into a mental workout. Instead of eating in 30 seconds, your cat gets to “hunt” for their food, which reduces boredom and can help with weight management.

🪜 Vertical Space = Confidence + Exercise
Cat trees, shelves, and window hammocks give cats places to climb and survey their kingdom. Vertical territory is incredibly enriching and especially important in multi-cat households.

💛 The Goal: Prevent Boredom Before It Becomes Behavior
Bored cats can develop anxiety, overgrooming, inappropriate scratching, or litter box issues. Daily enrichment—even 10–15 minutes of interactive play—goes a long way toward a calmer, happier cat.

If you’re not sure where to start, think simple: watch, chase, climb, solve, repeat. Your indoor cat doesn’t need the outdoors—they just need their world to feel interesting. 🐾

02/17/2026

Valid for 2/17 and 2/18 only - while appts spots last! Must mention this ad at time of booking or during appointment!

Bring the vet to your pet!
We also have a NEW Facility located in the heart of Bel Air!

02/16/2026

Dr Vance’s Monday was made today when Shaggy became a member of the Homeward Bound Sphynx family! These guys are special and Dr Vance loves her sphynx patients!

02/16/2026

🐾 Happy President’s Day from Homeward Bound Veterinary Services! 🐾🇺🇸

If pets were in charge, there would be:
✔️ Mandatory belly rubs
✔️ Unlimited treats
✔️ Daily naps written into law

Today we’re celebrating the true leaders of our households — the pets who run our homes with confidence, charm, and a whole lot of fur. Whether your dog is the Commander-in-Chief of Walks or your cat rules as Supreme Leader of the Couch, we know who’s really in charge. 😉

As always, we’re honored to care for your four-legged presidents and keep them healthy, happy, and thriving. 🐶🐱

02/15/2026

🐾💙 Advanced Surgery, Gentler Recovery 💙🐾

At Homeward Bound Veterinary Services, we’re proud to offer laparoscopic surgery, including LOVE Spays (Laparoscopic Ovariectomy) — a minimally invasive option for spaying dogs.

✨ What is a LOVE Spay?
A LOVE spay removes the ovaries using a small camera and tiny incisions, rather than a larger traditional incision. This allows us to perform surgery with less tissue trauma and greater precision.

🐶 Benefits of laparoscopic surgery include:
• Smaller incisions
• Less pain and inflammation
• Faster recovery
• Reduced risk of complications
• Excellent option for large and giant breed dogs

💉 Combined with advanced pain control (including long-acting local anesthetics and multimodal analgesia), our goal is to make surgery as comfortable and stress-free as possible — for both pets and their people.

If you’re considering spay surgery or want to learn whether a laparoscopic LOVE spay is right for your dog, our team is happy to discuss your options and answer questions.

Because safer surgery and better recovery matter. 🐾

02/14/2026

02/14/2026

💘 Love Looks Like Preventive Care 💘

This Valentine’s Day, show your pet how much you love them with the care that keeps them healthy year-round.

❤️ Wellness exams
🐾 Vaccines & parasite prevention
🦷 Dental health
🩺 Early detection & peace of mind

Because the best love is the kind that lasts a lifetime.
📍 Homeward Bound Wellness

02/13/2026

💖🐾 **Happy Galentine’s Day from Homeward Bound!** 🐾💖

Today we’re celebrating the incredible women (and the supportive teammates beside them) who make Homeward Bound what it is — a team that lifts each other up, works together, and shows up every day for pets and the people who love them.

From late nights and urgent cases to wellness visits, surgery days, and everything in between, we truly believe **the best care happens when a team has each other’s backs**. Collaboration, compassion, and a whole lot of heart are at the core of what we do.

And of course… **pets are the best Galentines of all** 🐶🐱
They don’t judge, they’re always happy to see us, and they remind us why we chose this profession in the first place.

Here’s to strong teams, supportive friendships, and the unconditional love of our four-legged Valentines. 💕🐾