Rocket City Veterinary Hospital Pine Grove

10/28/2026

We are closed for the rest of the day at our Pine Grove location! If you need assistance, our Slaughter Road location is still available at 1229 Slaughter Road, Madison. 256-333-2345. We apologize for any inconvenience.

09/28/2026

My staff doesn't know this yet, but this week is theirs.

Every year, I celebrate Veterinary Staff Appreciation Week in a fairly ridiculous fashion. I feed them too much, buy them things, make them do things they probably wouldn't voluntarily agree to, and spend an entire week trying to communicate something that's actually very difficult to put into words:

Rocket City Veterinary Services would not exist without these people.

We often talk about veterinarians and veterinary technicians, but a veterinary hospital doesn't function because of one title. It takes receptionists, assistants, technicians, kennel staff, managers, doctors and all the people working behind the scenes.

There are 38 people who make up RCVS right now.

Thirty-eight people who answer your calls. Hold your scared pets. Clean up messes. Monitor anesthesia. Fill prescriptions. Return messages. Work through lunch. Stay late. Celebrate good news with you. Cry with you when the news isn't good. And come back the next morning to do it again.

I can buy equipment. I can build hospitals. I can create protocols and run advertisements.
I cannot manufacture people who care.

And I have people who care.

So once a year, I stop everything I can possibly stop and make sure they know that I see them.

This year we're celebrating a little earlier than usual, which means I've somehow managed to keep it a secret from most of them. 😏

Starting Monday, they're getting spoiled.

And on Wednesday, September 30, all RCVS locations will close at 12 PM so that, for one afternoon, nobody has to answer a phone, watch a clock, take an appointment or worry about what's happening at the hospital.

They just get to be together.

To our clients: thank you for giving us the grace to do this. I know closing early isn't always convenient. But these are the people you trust with your family, and I believe taking care of them is part of taking care of you.

Warmly,

Rene' Holt, DVM

07/06/2026

Friendly reminder that we have a staff meeting today. We will be closed from 11:45 AM - 2:15 PM.

05/25/2026

We honor all who have sacrificed for our nation.

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

From all of us at Rocket City Veterinary Services, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who served and to the families who carry their legacy every day. 🇺🇸❤️

Honoring our fallen heroes.

05/05/2026

It's that time of the year again! Rocket City Veterinary Services staff retreat!

During May 14 - May 18, we will have VERY LIMITED staff and appointments available. If you need medication refills, please call this week to get those filled before next week.

We ask for patience and kindness during this time! The staff deserves this time for all their hard work all year and the ones staying behind to hold down the fort deserve high praise!

01/26/2026

❄️ WEATHER UPDATE: Monday, Jan 26th ❄️

​To ensure the safety of our staff and clients during this icy weather, Rocket City Veterinary Hospital Pine Grove will be closed.

​📍 Slaughter Road Location Update:

Our Slaughter Road location represents our best chance of opening, but may operate on a delayed start.

​⚠️ Please call ahead or check this page for updates before attempting to drive to the Slaughter Road clinic.

​We apologize for the inconvenience. Please keep your pets warm and limit their time outside! 🐾

01/17/2026

How to take a picture of your pet's teeth for the free dental estimate.

01/17/2026

February Is Dental Month 🦷—Send Us a Photo for a FREE Dental Estimate!

February is just around the corner, and that means Dental Health Month at our hospital!

Dental disease is one of the most common (and most overlooked) health issues we see in both dogs and cats—yet it can have a big impact on your pet’s overall health and comfort.
Did you know that most pets over the age of 3 already have some degree of dental disease?

Bad breath, red or bleeding gums, tartar buildup, difficulty eating, and even changes in behavior can all be signs that your pet’s mouth needs attention. Left untreated, dental disease can lead to pain, infection, and can even affect the heart, liver, and kidneys.

🦷 NEW & EASY: FREE Dental Estimate by Photo!

To make things simple, we’re offering FREE dental estimates—all you need to do is:
Take a clear photo of your dog’s or cat’s cheek teeth (lifting the side lip is perfect!) We will need one photo from each side.

Email the photo to us at [email protected]

Our veterinary team will review it and provide a dental estimate and recommendations.

💸 February Dental Month Savings

When you schedule a dental cleaning in February, you’ll receive:
$50 off your pet’s dental cleaning
$75 off the second pet
$100 off the third pet

This is a great opportunity for multi-pet households to take care of everyone’s dental health at once—and save!

Appointments fill quickly during Dental Month, so we encourage you to send in your photos and get on the schedule early. A healthier mouth means a healthier, happier pet—and fewer problems down the road.

If you have any questions or need help taking a photo, we’re always happy to help. We look forward to seeing those smiles!

Warmly,

The Rocket City Veterinary Services Team

**We are posting examples of teeth views that are most helpful for us to evaluate their dental disease. We will be following up with a video shortly on how to take these pictures.

12/31/2025

Starting January 7, 2026, our Pine Grove location will closing at 12 PM on Wednesdays. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Monday: 7 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 7 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 7 AM - 12 PM
Thursday: 7 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 6 PM
Friday: 7 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 6 PM

12/24/2025

From our family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

We will be closed on Christmas eve and Christmas day to allow our employees to spend the holiday with their families.

If you need emergency assistance, please call HVSE at (256) 715-8389, Madison Emergency at (256) 434-5290, or NAVES at (256) 850-0077.