Helping Hands Veterinary Surgery & Dental Care of Virginia

09/01/2025

Our paws need a day off too! On this Labor Day, our veterinary practice will be closed, but our dedication to your pets never takes a break. Enjoy the day with your furry friends, and in case of any pet emergencies, reach out to your local urgent vet or emergency vet. Thank you for understanding, and have a fantastic holiday!

08/24/2025

08/24/2025

Paws For Seniors 2025 Adoption event Schedule
Come Meet our New Best Friend at
Petsmart 13241 Gateway Center Drive, Gainesville, VA 20155
Event hours 11 am to 2PM

View available pets at https://pawsforseniors.org

08/24/2025

Our veterinary team provides growth removal procedures and can discuss options, costs, and next steps during an evaluation appointment.

📞 Call today to schedule an exam and quote for your pet's growth removal.

08/22/2025

We're in need of clean blankets and towels to help us provide warm, comfortable bedding for our patients during their stay at the hospital. If you have any extras at home, we’d love to give them a second life helping animals in need. 💙

🧺 You can drop donations off Monday to Thursday, anytime between 9am and 5pm — no appointment needed!

Thank you for supporting our furry friends and helping us keep them cozy while they heal. 🐶🐱

08/20/2025

You’ve got the school supplies and packed the lunches… but what about your furriest kid?

Back-to-school season can shake up your dog’s routine. Helping them adjust now can ease stress, reduce unwanted behaviors, and keep them healthy.

Book a checkup with your primary veterinarian today to give your pet an A+ start to the season.

08/04/2025

🐾 This is Venus — a stunning Persian cat who recently came to us with pyometra, a serious and potentially life-threatening uterine infection that affects unspayed female pets.

Thanks to quick treatment, Venus is doing much better now. 💛

Pyometra can come on suddenly and requires emergency care, but the good news is — it’s completely preventable through spaying. Spaying and neutering also help reduce overpopulation and can improve your pet’s long-term health.

If your pet isn’t spayed or neutered yet, it’s worth having that conversation. And if you ever notice signs like discharge, vomiting, lethargy, or increased thirst in an unspayed female pet — please reach out to your primary veterinarian or emergency veterinarian right away.

07/30/2025

During summer, sidewalks and asphalt can reach dangerously high temperatures that may burn paw pads in seconds.

Try this test: Place the back of your hand on the pavement for 7 seconds. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your pet.

Morning and evening walks are safest—and don’t forget grassy paths, booties, or protective wax!

07/28/2025

🐾 In honor of National Feed a Rescue Pet Week (July 24–30), we’re excited to share something special happening right here in our community!

The first indoor pet pantry for the RVA Free Pet Pantry Project has been announced to open on August 1st — and it’s located inside Powers BMX Shop! 🐶🐱 This pantry offers free pet food and supplies to families in need, helping to keep pets happy, healthy, and at home.

This pantry also holds a special place in our hearts. It honors the memory of Pedals, a sweet girl we had the privilege of caring for. Her legacy lives on through this act of kindness and support for others. 💛

If you or someone you know could use a little extra help feeding their furry family, stop by and check it out!

07/23/2025

Dogs and cats are more prone to dehydration in the heat, especially after walks, playtime, or even lounging outdoors.

As a rule of thumb, pets need about 1 oz of water per pound of body weight per day, and even more when it's hot.

If you notice these signs, call your local emergency vet right away!

07/16/2025

Has your pet eaten something they shouldn't have? 🪀🍗
Foreign body ingestion is more common than you think—and it can be serious. If your primary or emergency vet has diagnosed your pet with a foreign body, our team is ready to help with the next steps.

06/30/2025

Due to ongoing construction next door, we will be closed during the week of June 30th-July 3rd. We appreciate your patience as we work through this temporary closure, and will continue to keep you updated. Thank you for your understanding and support!