The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center

07/27/2025

As many of you know, privately owned veterinary offices are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Corporations are buying them up quietly and at a rampant pace. What does corporate takeover of the locally owned vet office mean for Veterinary Medicine in general, and for YOUR FUR BABY specifically???? Please read the article below.

https://cookevet.com/why-vets-are-being-bought-out-and-what-it-means-for-you/

07/19/2025

Just a reminder ! New Hours begin August 1 st !!!

Periodically we adjust our clinic hours to best accommodate client needs and current traffic flows. As of August 1st, 2025 our standard operating hours will be:

07/13/2025

Meet ‘Ginger’ an original piece of art by Ann Hubbard from Smithfield. A lot of the artwork throughout the center was done by local artists. We love investing back into our community in as many ways as possible. We think ‘Ginger’ is gorgeous and she will welcome you the next time you visit us. 🤗🐾

07/12/2025

Frenchies are very popular, however, the breed in general is plagued with terrible back issues. Bush Veterinary Neurology Service has shared a study on those dogs that have been identified as needing back surgery.

While this may ultimately be the necessary fix, many dogs can be treated with less invasive modalities. There is significant data showing that acupuncture and herbals have proven successful in many cases, making the surgical option unnecessary!! We have seen miraculous results here at Cooke Vet of combining eastern and western medicines and modalities to create amazing healing outcomes. We have seen paralyzed dogs walk again when their owners have been told nothing more could be done!! At The Place for Healing, we believe in leveraging all options to provide our patients with the best opportunities for living their best lives. We don’t rule out surgery by any means, but we make sure there aren’t other less invasive options first!!

🧠 Advancing Neurology Care for French Bulldogs at BVNS – Short Pump

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in French Bulldogs often involves epidural hemorrhage, which can complicate recovery and increase the risk of paralysis. At BVNS, our board-certified neurologists are partnering with Ethos Discovery on a clinical trial evaluating whether a low-risk medication, Aminocaproic Acid (ACA), can reduce surgical bleeding and improve neurologic outcomes.

This study reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing veterinary neurology through evidence-based medicine and compassionate care.

📍 For qualifying cases, participation may include financial support toward surgical costs. Learn more by calling 804.716.4716.

07/07/2025

Periodically we adjust our clinic hours to best accommodate client needs and current traffic flows. As of August 1st, 2025 our standard operating hours will be:

07/02/2025

The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center will be closed Friday, July 4th. We will resume normal operating hours on Monday, July 7th.

07/01/2025

Soulmates! Kyle and Blanche! We❤️healing the fur babies!!

06/28/2025

Introducing Sammi-Templeton! Hey, that’s ME!!!
I’m an 11-12 week old little male kitten, and I am
now ready to find my FURever home 🏠❤️🐱

I have Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP), a viral disease that can affect cats caused by a mutation of the feline coronavirus. FIP was once considered fatal, but with timely and appropriate treatment many cats can now recover, and I’m one of the lucky ones.

I take an oral medication 1x daily in the evening. I’m a very good boy MOST of the time for it! My last day of treatment is Aug 28th. I have also been treated for a parasite called Toxoplasmosis. You see, somehow I was left all alone to fend for myself and I decided that I was just simply too little to do that so I ran up to a kind woman who brought me to her friends at Cooke Vet and they saved my life. Smart call I made, huh??!!

With having FIP, vaccines and my neuter surgery will be done differently and my family at Cooke Vet is here to help guide you and make sure I’ll be okay. They are all putty in my paws now. I’ve won them all over!!! 🐾

I love to play, especially with my mice! I also love to eat; I will steal food off your plate if you let me. I’m full of energy and spice but I’m also very nice and give cuddles and head butts. You will always hear me purring and making chirping noises when I’m really happy. I have also been practicing to sit for treats like a gentleman.

• FIP treatment is 1x daily through Aug 28th, and I will need to be weighed weekly as I grow into a big boy so my doctor friends can keep my dose adjusted properly.
• Vaccines- FVRCP & Rabies will be administered appropriately 3 months after I finish my treatment. Starting around Nov 28th
• Neuter- This can be performed after vaccine series is finished. Time frame most likely Feb-April 2026. (I’m not sure what this is…they are keeping this word quiet because they say I’m a very smart guy). But I trust them.

If you are interested in adopting me, please reach out to our team at Cooke Vet✨ I’ll be an awesome wingman!!! Meow for now.

06/23/2025

Our own Dr Durso shared her expertise with other veterinary professionals this morning at the SCAV conference. A packed and successful session on FIP. WE HEAL. WE TEACH. AND WE HUMBLY SERVE.

06/22/2025

Healing at Cooke Vet incorporates many things. State of the art equipment, world class medical expertise, an ideal mix of both eastern and western medicine and probably the most important thing…. a core level commitment of love and passion for doing whatever we can to create healing and health for those entrusted into our care. We love what we do. We love even more, those we do it for!!!

06/20/2025

Sally the Mastiff is again living her best life after 2 veterinary medical manipulation adjustments and the addition of an herbal!! Two years after her original issue, she is still going strong!!

Yes...The Place for Healing™️ can fix your pet in various ways, within our multiple modality approach, that will help them live their very best lives!!

Please read Sally’s interesting case study!!!!

Call the office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cooke if you are interested in how integrative medicine can help your fur baby!!!!!

Sally Barham, a 158-pound English Mastiff with a sweet and stoic demeanor, first came to Cooke Vet in April 2023 at eight years old. Her owners were concerned—Sally was struggling to get up and down, hesitating at stairs, and clearly uncomfortable when trying to lie down or move around. Even getti...

06/19/2025

A friendly reminder. 🐾❤️