Cross County Veterinary Service

09/05/2025

We are set up in front of Whit’s Frozen Custard downtown for First Friday tonight! There will be face painting available and we have goodies 🤗🤗

09/05/2025

Come find us tomorrow night at First Friday!! Paint with Ashlea will be joining us again offering face painting 🙂

09/02/2025

Our medical records server is down. We are hoping that this gets resolved very soon, but in the meantime, please be patient with us!

08/21/2025

There is no treatment for rabies, and the only way to test for rabies is to take samples from the brain after the animal has died. All dogs and cats are at risk, because rabies carriers like bats can get into homes. Keep your pets up to date on their rabies vaccinations to keep them protected and to protect your family from contracting this awful virus from them.

🦇 We've had several bats brought to us this past week for testing -- with one testing positive for rabies from the Kingston Township Area.

Before you bring a bat in for testing, please:
✅ Call us first: (740) 368-1700
✅ Use a clear container

Keeping the bat secure and giving us a heads-up helps ensure everyone’s safety and proper handling.

📄 For more info, check out our Rabies FAQ:
DelawareHealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Rabies-FAQ.pdf

08/05/2025

Pelotonia 2025 is in the books. Dr. Pitkin was able to ride 50 miles without incident or injury. He would like to thank Karie Stuve Kiener, Continental Office, all the great riders and especially the outstanding volunteers that made this ride possible. He would also like to thank family, friends and clients of Cross County Veterinary Service for their generous donations to cancer research that also made this ride possible. #2025

You can donate here: https://www.pelotonia.org/profile/DP792953
Thank you for being part of the fight. 💛

08/01/2025

Stop down and say hi to Mandy and Erica at first Friday tonight!

07/23/2025

Picnic lunches have become a bit of a thing here at CCVS 🤗 Today, Dr Dave joined in on the fun before heading out for his afternoon full of farm calls ☀️⛅️😎🧺

07/10/2025

I just wrapped up my Independence Day in the right spirit with celebration and appropriate attire! 🇺🇸
Meanwhile, on the training front, I'm up to a 30-mile ride and continuing to work toward my goal of 50 miles. That’s because in just under a month, I’ll be participating in my first Pelotonia ride, helping raise money to fund life-saving cancer research at the OSUCCC – James Cancer Hospital.
🚴‍♀️ Every single dollar raised goes directly to cancer research none to overhead.
We all know someone affected by cancer. I see it not only in the lives of people around me, but also in the animals I care for. The amazing thing is that research on the human side often leads to discoveries that benefit the veterinary world too making this a cause that supports both people and pets.
🎯 My goal is to raise $1,500, and every bit helps me get closer. If you’re able, I’d be incredibly grateful for your support.

You can donate here: https://www.pelotonia.org/profile/DP792953
Thank you for being part of the fight. 💛

07/03/2025

Happy Thursday, CCVS fam!

A quick reminder that our office will be closing at 3pm today and we will be closed all day tomorrow!

Normal business hours will resume at 8am Saturday morning 🙂

If your pet is experiencing an emergency while we are closed, please contact MedVet at 614-846-5800.

Have a happy and safe holiday 🐾❤️💙🤍🐾

07/01/2025

“Papa Dave” was all smiles when his granddaughter surprised him with a visit today 🤗

06/17/2025

We're getting into fireworks season. Don't wait until the last minute to fill your pets' medications! It's always a good idea to give us a call at least 48 hours before you run out to ensure that we can get your refills ready in time. Be sure to check your area's fireworks schedules so that you can give your pet their meds early enough to take effect!

06/05/2025

🚴‍♂️💚 CCVS - Pelotonia Edition 💚🚴‍♂️

For several decades, Dr. Pitkin and many of our Cross County Veterinary Service team members have proudly supported Pelotonia and its mission to end cancer. Over the years, we've donated to support the rides of former staff members, clients, and friends who have taken on this meaningful challenge.

This year, Dr. Pitkin has decided to take the plunge and ride for the very first time! He’ll be pedaling alongside long-time client and seasoned Pelotonia alum Karie Kiener and her team from Continental Office. We are incredibly proud to cheer him on in this personal and powerful journey. 💪

Cancer is a relentless and complex disease that disrupts lives on every level. It does not discriminate - impacting people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. Each of us at Cross County has been touched by cancer in some way, whether through family, friends, coworkers, or our beloved clients.

We've witnessed and, some of us experienced first hand, the toll it takes: the uncertainty, the treatments, the losses, and the victories. The emotional, physical, and financial burden can be overwhelming - not just for the patient, but for every loved one standing beside them.

From initial diagnosis and the emotional weight of uncertainty, to the grueling treatments and the highs and lows that come with every scan and result. We've felt the helplessness of watching someone we care about suffer, and the heartbreak of saying goodbye too soon. But we’ve also seen hope - the strength of survivors, the breakthroughs in treatment, and the unshakable support of communities that rally together.

That’s why Pelotonia is so important. Since its inception, Pelotonia has raised over $275 million for innovative and life-saving cancer research at The James and the OSUCCC. Every single dollar raised by riders goes directly to research - no overhead taken - making it one of the most transparent and effective fundraising organizations out there!!

But as you know, cancer doesn’t only affect humans.

As a veterinary team, we see firsthand the devastating impact that cancer has on our four-legged family members too. We’ve stood beside heartbroken owners grappling with tough decisions. We’ve fought alongside animals receiving treatment. And we’ve mourned those we’ve lost, just like we would our own.

That's why we’re excited to announce that CCVS is now proud to offer IDEXX’s CancerDx screening test - a new and promising diagnostic tool to help detect early signs of cancer in dogs!

🔬 What is CancerDx?
It’s a simple blood test that currently screens for canine lymphoma, one of the most common cancers found in dogs. It works by identifying specific biomarkers in the blood that may indicate the presence of lymphoma - often before clinical signs develop.

While the test is currently specific to lymphoma, IDEXX has plans to expand this technology in the near future to detect additional cancer types, making it an exciting step forward in early detection and veterinary oncology! Please reach out for more details.

Dr. Pitkin is putting in the miles, but he’s going to need a strong tailwind to help push him over the finish line - and that is where YOU come in!

Please consider supporting Dr. Pitkin’s Pelotonia ride and the larger mission to end cancer for all species. Your donation fuels research, hope, and a future where cancer is no longer a life sentence.

👉 https://www.pelotonia.org/profile/DP792953

Donate what you can, cheer loudly, and help us make cancer a thing of the past - for two legged and four legged creatures alike 🙂 Every dollar truly makes a difference. 💚