Willamette Valley Animal Hospital - Gladstone

11/01/2025

We had some very cute trick or treaters today❤️

10/30/2025

🐈It's National Cat Day! A great way to celebrate our feline companions is to ensure that they receive regular veterinary care, a healthy diet, toys to chase, places to scratch and a lap to curl up in.

10/25/2025

Today we partnered with FIDO Pet Food Bank to bring quality preventive health care to those in need of a helping hand.

10/14/2025

We would like to welcome Dr. Sheets to the WVAH Family. She is a charismatic veterinarian and brings a lot to the plate! Join us in welcoming Dr. Sheets!

10/13/2025

Spooky season has arrived! Here are some tips to help keep your pet safe during the Halloween festivities:

Halloween Treats Are Not for Pets 🍬🍫
* Keep holiday treats and candies out of your pet's reach.
* Unsweetened, dark, bittersweet and baking chocolate can be toxic to pets. If your dog eats chocolate, call your veterinarian or an animal poison control center, as treatment may need to be rendered immediately. Symptoms of toxicity include excitement, nervousness, trembling, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst or urination, muscle spasms and seizures.
* Keep gum, candy or breath mints containing the sweetener xylitol away from your pets. When a pet eats even a small amount of xylitol, it causes a surge of insulin, and the animal's blood sugar may drop quickly and dangerously.

Decorations Are Potential Tricks 🕸🎃
* Halloween decorations such as fake cobwebs should be kept out of reach of pets.
* Glow sticks can be hazardous if chewed or ingested, causing mouth pain and irritation, as well as profuse drooling and foaming at the mouth.
* Light strands, loose wires and electric cords can be a serious hazard to your pet, especially puppies, who may chew them.
* Never leave candles, such as those in jack-o-lanterns, unattended—especially around puppies and kittens.
* Never allow your pets to eat a leftover jack-o-lantern, as a rotted, moldy pumpkin can make them seriously ill.

10/13/2025

This week, we celebrate the incredible work of our Veterinary Technicians. Their skill, compassion, and dedication make every diagnosis possible, every recovery smoother, and every visit more caring.

At WVAH Gladstone & WVAH Clackamas our technicians are more than coworkers, they’re everyday heroes who light the path to success for pets and their families alike.

Thank you for everything you do, every day.

Best of Health to you and your furry family.

It's National Veterinary Technician Week! Veterinary technicians are vital members of the veterinary profession, educated in the latest medical advances, and dedicated to giving pets the best medical care possible. They work closely with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, practice managers, and owners to provide essential, compassionate care to all species of animals. On behalf of the OVMA and our member veterinarians, thank you veterinary technicians!

This year’s theme, “Paths to Success: Shining a Light on Credentialed Veterinary Technician Stars,” highlights the many unique journeys of Credentialed (Certified) Veterinary Technicians (CVTs) and the mentors, educators, and colleagues who help guide their way.

08/25/2025

Skip the Hold and Go Online!

We know our phones stay busy, and no one likes waiting on hold. That’s why we encourage you to take advantage of our online options for things like appointment requests, prescription refills, and checking your pet’s records. You can email, text, or use Covetrus Comms!

It’s quick, convenient, and available anytime. Using these tools also helps keep our phone lines clear for urgent calls.

Thanks for helping us make things easier for everyone!

08/13/2025

Please Share for visibility for Mochi!

Avail for foster & Adoption Mochi needs a home. great dachshund needs a little work cute as can be!

Mochi is a 5 year old Dachshund from Korea. He's a very sweet and loving fellow, but because of his anxiety he can only be adopted to a doxie savvy home. He is very shy, needs work on barking and anxiety issues. No cats, afraid of other dogs, older kids 12 and older ok. He is a darling loving boy, currently, working on crate training. Loves to be right next to you. Delightful young boy. Looking for that special forever home.

Get those applications in: https://www.odr-inc.org/adopt

08/13/2025

Do you know the signs of heartworm disease in your pet?

08/13/2025

August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month. Dermatitis is one of the top reasons for veterinary visits. Itchiness can be caused by parasites, infections or allergies.

Signs of allergic itch:
* Frequent licking, chewing, biting or scratching
* Excessive rolling, rubbing or scooting
* Recurrent ear problems
* Hair loss
* Body odor
* Rash, redness, greasy skin or scabs

The good news is that your veterinarian can help. If your pet shows these symptoms, please make an appointment with your veterinarian.