Eastern Shore Animal Hospital

10/30/2026

🐾 Urgent Care Early Closure: Saturday, October 31st. 🐾

Eastern Shore Animal Hospital and Urgent Care will be closing urgent care services at 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 31st.

If your pet needs emergency medical attention after 6 p.m., please contact one of the following emergency veterinary hospitals:

🐾 Veterinary Emergency Specialists of Tidewater
24-hour care Friday–Wednesday | Closed Thursday
6095 Indian River Rd., Virginia Beach, VA
📞 757-841-8378

🐾 East Carolina Animal Emergency
Overnight care: 8 p.m.–8 a.m.
101 Commercial Blvd., Suite B, Elizabeth City, NC
📞 252-580-2032

🐾 Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital
24-hour care
2476 Nimmo Pkwy., Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA
📞 757-427-8810

🐾 Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital
24-hour care
5702 Grover Ln., Sims, NC
📞 252-991-6560

We encourage pet parents to call ahead to confirm availability before traveling.

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you and your pets a safe and happy Halloween! 🎃🐾

10/28/2026

How do I know if a symptom is an emergency or can I wait for a regular vet visit?

Your pet is acting weird, and now you’re wondering… Do I panic or just offer extra treats? 😬 Go to the ER ASAP if your pet:

Can’t breathe or is choking 😱

Collapses, has seizures, or is extremely lethargic 🛌

Is bleeding heavily or can’t keep water/food down 💧

Ingested something toxic, or a foreign body (yes, even chocolate or socks)

Rule of thumb: When in doubt, call your vet. Your pets are pros at being dramatic. But sometimes that drama is serious. 🐶🐱❤️

10/19/2026

📣📣📣 Today is Dress Down Day 📣📣📣

Let’s show the team some love… Comment pics of your fur babies in their comfy attire or in their comfiest place to lay!! Join us in wishing the team a Happy Tech Week!

🐾🎉 **NEXT WEEK IT’S VET TECH WEEK AT EASTERN SHORE ANIMAL HOSPITAL!** 🎉🐾

Get ready for a week of fun, surprises, and lots of appreciation for the amazing team that helps keep our furry friends happy and healthy! 💙🐶🐱

From **October 18–24**, we’re celebrating our incredible team with our **🎉 FIRST ANNUAL SPIRIT WEEK! 🎉**

👕✨ Don’t be surprised if you see some different outfits around the hospital this week! We’re bringing the spirit, having some fun, and celebrating our team in all kinds of ways. And don’t worry… even if they aren’t in their usual scrubs, **our team is still just as fantastic!** 😎💙

🐾 We’ll have surprises, breakfast treats, a multi-day scavenger hunt, and plenty of ways to show our team just how much they mean to us. They work hard every day to care for your pets, and this week is all about celebrating THEM! 🥳💕

📣 **A QUICK HEADS-UP ABOUT OUR HOURS:**

🗓️ **Wednesday, 10/21:** Closed from **12:30 PM–1:30 PM**.

🗓️ **Thursday, 10/22:** Closing early at **1:00 PM**. We’ll reopen Friday, 10/23, at **8:00 AM**.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we take time to celebrate our amazing team! ❤️

Help us give our team some extra love this week! Drop a 🐾 or 💙 in the comments to show them some appreciation!

**Here’s to our amazing team — the heart, hustle, and compassion behind so much of what we do!** 🩺🐾💖

10/18/2026

Eastern Shore Animal Hospital Family:

Our urgent care service will be closed tomorrow, Sunday, October 18, 2026, due to unforeseen circumstances.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

If your pet needs immediate medical attention while we are closed, please refer to all listed options below:

🐾 Veterinary Emergency Specialists of Tidewater - 24 HOUR CARE Fri.-Wed. /Closed Thur.
6095 Indian River Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23464
757-841-8378

🐾 East Carolina Animal Emergency - Overnight Care Open 8PM-8AM
101 Commercial Blvd Suit B, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-580-2032

🐾 Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital - 24 HOUR CARE
2476 Nimmo Pkwy #101, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757-427-8810

🐾 Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital - 24 HOUR CARE
5702 Grover Ln, Sims, NC 27880
252-991-6560

10/13/2026

Why does my pet suddenly act differently toward other animals or people?

Ever notice your usually friendly furball suddenly giving the side-eye to other pets or humans? 😳 Behavior changes can happen for a bunch of reasons:

Health issues: Pain, vision/hearing changes, or discomfort can make your pet more cautious. 🩺

Stress or anxiety: New routines, loud noises, or even new smells can trigger “grumpy mode.” 😬

Life stage changes: Senior pets sometimes mellow… or suddenly become drama queens. 👑

Vet tip: Observe, document, and call us if changes stick around. Sometimes a small health check or behavior tweak is all it takes to get tails wagging (or purrs back on track). 🐶🐱💬

10/13/2026

🐾🎉 **NEXT WEEK IT’S VET TECH WEEK AT EASTERN SHORE ANIMAL HOSPITAL!** 🎉🐾

Get ready for a week of fun, surprises, and lots of appreciation for the amazing team that helps keep our furry friends happy and healthy! 💙🐶🐱

From **October 18–24**, we’re celebrating our incredible team with our **🎉 FIRST ANNUAL SPIRIT WEEK! 🎉**

👕✨ Don’t be surprised if you see some different outfits around the hospital this week! We’re bringing the spirit, having some fun, and celebrating our team in all kinds of ways. And don’t worry… even if they aren’t in their usual scrubs, **our team is still just as fantastic!** 😎💙

🐾 We’ll have surprises, breakfast treats, a multi-day scavenger hunt, and plenty of ways to show our team just how much they mean to us. They work hard every day to care for your pets, and this week is all about celebrating THEM! 🥳💕

📣 **A QUICK HEADS-UP ABOUT OUR HOURS:**

🗓️ **Wednesday, 10/21:** Closed from **12:30 PM–1:30 PM**.

🗓️ **Thursday, 10/22:** Closing early at **1:00 PM**. We’ll reopen Friday, 10/23, at **8:00 AM**.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we take time to celebrate our amazing team! ❤️

Help us give our team some extra love this week! Drop a 🐾 or 💙 in the comments to show them some appreciation!

**Here’s to our amazing team — the heart, hustle, and compassion behind so much of what we do!** 🩺🐾💖

10/01/2026

🐾 National Walk Your Dog Week Alert! 🐾

Walkies aren’t just bathroom breaks; they are mental workouts, social time, and the ultimate tail-wag therapy. So, leash up, grab those tennis balls, and make your dog’s day!

How often? As often as your dog demands with those irresistible puppy eyes. 😉 📸 Bonus points: Snap a pic on your walk this week and tag us, we love seeing happy paws out and about!

09/28/2026

Can older pets still learn new tricks or behaviors?

Your senior pet can absolutely pick up new behaviors. They just might take it a bit slower than their puppy or kitten days.

Why they can:
🎯 Brain plasticity. Yep, even older pets’ brains can form new connections.
💖 Motivation matters. Treats, praise, and playtime work at any age!
🕰️ Pace yourself. Short, consistent sessions beat marathon training sessions.

💡 Pro tip: Teaching new tricks isn’t just fun, it keeps their mind sharp and prevents boredom.

09/16/2026

We will be closing at 2pm today, September 16th, for our monthly Staff Meeting and yearly CPR training. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, September 17th.

09/16/2026

Why is my cat meowing so much all of a sudden?



Cats meow for a reason. Even when it sounds like they’re auditioning for Broadway. 🎭

Here’s what could be going on:
🩺 Health check alert, sudden meowing can signal pain, urinary issues, or other medical concerns.
🍽️ Hunger or thirst, “Hey human, I said treats, not thoughts!”
💤 Boredom or attention-seeking, your cat is basically saying, I’m fabulous. Notice me.
🧓 Age-related changes, older cats can get confused or restless at night.

💡 Pro tip: Start with a quick vet check if it’s new or intense.