WVRCWaukesha

WVRC-Waukesha is a 24-hour veterinary emergency/critical care and specialty hospital. WVRC Grafton is located at 1381 Port Washington Road.
(710)

Our specialized veterinary care includes Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Surgery and more. Your pet is part of the family, and when emergencies and complex diseases arise, WVRC is here to provide the best care available. With three fully-staffed emergency, trauma, and critical care facilities that accept both walk-in and referral emergencies, we're ready when you need us most. Our Emergency Service works together with WVRC's Specialties in:
Cardiology
Oncology
Internal Medicine
Surgery
Neurology
Dentistry
Ophthalmology
Anesthesiology/Pain Management
Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging
Clinical Pathology

WVRC Waukesha is located at 360 Bluemound Road. WVRC Racine/Kenosha is located at 1123 58th Avenue.

11/07/2025

🎉 Exciting news from our Critical Care team!

Dr. Alessandrino, Maddie, and Kelsey recently became RECOVER Certified Instructors and lead their very first training session with our interns! 🩺🐾

This certification focuses on evidence-based veterinary CPR training, helping veterinary professionals save more lives with standardized, high-quality techniques.

Next up, they’ll be offering RECOVER certification sessions to other departments in our hospital, including Anesthesia and Cardiology. 💙

11/06/2025

🚨 When should you bring your pet to the emergency vet?

Some emergencies happen fast and knowing the signs can save your cat or dog’s life:

🐾 Breathing trouble – gasping, choking, or wheezing
🐾 Severe trauma – car accidents, falls, deep cuts
🐾 Collapse or seizures – sudden weakness, unresponsiveness
🐾 Persistent vomiting/diarrhea – especially with blood or dehydration
🐾 Toxin exposure – human meds, chocolate, chemicals, dangerous plants
🐾 Sudden swelling or pain – face, throat, or abdomen
🐾 Urinary or bowel blockages – straining, unable to go
🐾 Eye emergencies – trauma, bleeding, sudden blindness

Share with a friend or your favorite pet family to help everyone know when to bring their pet to the ER!

11/04/2025

🐾 Early Signs of Pain in Cats and Dogs 🐾

Our pets can’t tell us when something hurts but they often show us in subtle ways. Recognizing early signs of pain can make a big difference in getting them the care they need.

👀 Watch for these changes:
🐶 Dogs may:

-Limp or favor one side
-Pant excessively even at rest
-Avoid stairs or jumping
-Become irritable or withdrawn

🐱 Cats may:

-Hide more than usual
-Stop grooming or overgroom one spot
-Hesitate to jump onto furniture
-Eat or play less

If you notice any of these behaviors, trust your instincts, Your pet could be in discomfort. Pain can appear suddenly or build up slowly, especially with age or injury.

Early attention helps pets feel better, faster. ❤️

10/31/2025

🎃👻 Happy Howl-o-ween! 👻🎃

As you celebrate tonight, keep your furry friends safe from any spooky surprises:
🦴 Keep candy out of reach — chocolate and xylitol (found in sugar-free treats) can be toxic to pets.
🕯️ Watch those decorations — curious paws and wagging tails can knock over candles or chew on cords.
🚪 Secure your doors — trick-or-treat traffic can make it easy for frightened pets to slip outside.

A little caution can keep the night full of treats, not tricks, for your four-legged family members. 🐾💛

10/27/2025

🐾 Meet Pumpkin! 🧡

This adorable 3-month-old Golden Retriever mix came to WVRC Waukesha as a transfer for acute liver failure, likely caused by eating a mushroom or unknown toxin outside.

Pumpkin spent 9 days in the hospital, where our team carefully monitored her blood sugar, ammonia, and liver values through an advanced sampling catheter. She received IV fluids, GI support, and medications to help her liver recover — plus a nasogastric tube for nutrition until she was ready to eat on her own.

Thanks to her strength (and lots of TLC from our team), Pumpkin made an incredible recovery! She’s now back home, happy, healthy, and growing big and strong. 💪🐶

10/27/2025

WVRC Waukesha opens new, expanded veterinary hospital with advanced facilities and board-certified specialists, offering exceptional 24/7 care for pets.

10/22/2025

🐾 Meet Apollo! 🐾

This resilient 9-year-old Australian Cattle Dog has been through quite the journey. Apollo was hospitalized at WVRC Waukesha after undergoing an abdominal exploratory surgery to treat a pancreatic abscess. Following surgery, he had a nasogastric tube and an epidural catheter to help with his recovery.

After heading home, Apollo began experiencing some GI issues including, regurgitation, diarrhea, and loss of appetite, which meant another stay in the hospital for additional care and support. His recovery took a little longer than expected, but with the help of an e-tube for feeding, IV fluids, diet changes, and plenty of TLC from his care team, Apollo is finally on the road to recovery! 💙

We’re so proud of this tough guy and his dedicated family for sticking by his side every step of the way. 💪🐶

10/21/2025

Dr. Vuolo and her Labrador, Whiskey, spent the morning at their local high school’s Health Sciences Career Day introducing students to the world of veterinary medicine! They talked about the many career paths in vet med — and even shared that dogs and cats can be blood donors too.

Over 150 students stopped by to learn more, and we hope a few of them were inspired to join the next generation of veterinary professionals! 💙

10/20/2025

🚨 If your dog or cat is hit by a car, every minute matters.

Here’s what to do right away:
1️⃣ Stay calm and keep yourself safe. Approach carefully. Even the gentlest pet may bite or scratch when scared or hurt.
2️⃣ Move your pet out of traffic using a blanket or towel as a stretcher if needed.
3️⃣ Keep them warm and as still as possible. Movement can worsen internal injuries or fractures.
4️⃣ Do not give food, water, or medications unless directed by a veterinarian.
5️⃣ Head to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital immediately. Even if your pet seems okay, internal injuries or shock may not be visible right away.

Accidents happen in an instant but getting quick veterinary care can make all the difference. ❤️‍🩹

10/17/2025

🦩 The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association partnered with the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, WI, to host “Flight School,” a unique event combining small animal continuing education with crane conservation updates.

Our Medical Director and WVMA Executive Board member, Dr. Kari Severson, attended on behalf of WVRC Waukesha to help moderate lectures and tours. We’re proud to see our team actively involved in the greater veterinary community! 💙

10/16/2025

🍂 Fall is a beautiful season but it comes with hidden hazards for pets! 🍂

As the leaves change, many families enjoy seasonal foods and decorations that can be dangerous for pets if ingested. Common culprits include:
🌽 Corn cobs
🍖 Bones
🕯️ Decorative items like small ornaments

Ingesting these items can lead to serious blockages, choking, or gastrointestinal issues. If your pet shows vomiting, lethargy, or signs of discomfort, don’t wait, seek veterinary care immediately.

Keep your pets safe this season by storing food and decorations out of reach, and always supervise them around new seasonal items!

10/15/2025

💙🐾 It’s National Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week! 🐾💙

This week at WVRC Waukesha, we’re celebrating our incredible technicians. They are the compassionate, skilled professionals who care for pets and support our team every single day.

To show our appreciation, our team is having some extra fun throughout the week! 🎉
🎟️ Daily Raffle Drawings for themed gift baskets
🎯 Tech Bingo challenges with prizes
🍿 Snack Day with treats and drinks
🏆 Vet Tech Superlatives voted on by the team
💌 Shout-Out Station to share messages of gratitude
🎉 Fun Scrub Day to end the week with smiles

Thank you to all of our veterinary technicians for everything you do. Your care, dedication, and teamwork make all the difference for our patients and their families. 💙🐾

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W239 N1046 Pewaukee Road
Waukesha, WI
53188

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+12625423241

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http://www.wvrcwaukesha.com/

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Your pet is part of the family, and when emergencies and complex diseases arise, WVRC is here to provide the best care available. With three fully-staffed emergency, trauma, and critical care facilities that accept both walk-in and referral emergencies, we're ready when you need us most. Our Emergency Service works together with: Cardiology Oncology Internal Medicine Surgery Neurology Dentistry Ophthalmology Integrative Services Anesthesiology/Pain Management Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Pathology WVRC Waukesha is located at 360 Bluemound Road. WVRC Grafton is located at 1381 Port Washington Road. WVRC Racine is located at 4333 Old Green Bay Road.

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