Stafford Veterinary Center

05/18/2026

Receiving this award truly means so much to all of us at Stafford Veterinary Center. As a family-owned veterinary hospital, we’ve always believed our role goes far beyond caring for animals — it’s about caring for the people and community around them, too.

Giving back is not just something we do — it’s why we put our feet on the ground in the morning. It gives purpose to our work beyond veterinary medicine. Whether it’s helping animals, supporting local families, students, rescues, or community events, we believe deeply in being part of something bigger than ourselves.

This recognition belongs to our ENTIRE team, because every single person at our hospital contributes to the compassion and community spirit that this award represents.

Thank you so much for this incredible honor ♥️

05/16/2026

In honor of National Pet Month, we're kicking off the Unplug & Play Spring Pet Challenge! 🌼 Put your phone down for a few minutes and engage with your pet. Try a treat toss game for small pets, a gentle lead-and-follow walk for dogs or ponies, or a forage box for your curious exotics. Share a video of your phone-free playtime using
Need a spring wellness check? Call 860-684-5868 or visit our website to book.

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

🌟 More to Explore at Rotary Means Community — Join Us Thursday! 🌟

There’s even more happening at Rotary Means Community tomorrow (5/14) at 6:00 PM at Johnson Memorial’s Community Education Building!

Several local organizations will be there with informational tables, sharing the important work they’re doing right here in Stafford. Stop by and learn more about:

• Flo's Friendship Kitchen
• Safe Net Ministries
• Stafford Historical Society
• Stafford Veterinary Center
• Brownfields Initiatives in Stafford
• Rotary Club of Stafford CT

We’ll also be collecting donations for the Stafford School Lunch Relief Fund to help local students and families. Stop by our Rotary table to donate or you can always donate online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/stafford-school-lunch-relief-fund

Come enjoy light refreshments and drinks, connect with neighbors, and help us celebrate the volunteers and organizations that make our community stronger. 💙💛

05/12/2026

Behind the scenes at Stafford Vet: our team preps for emergencies to make sure your pets get fast, calm care when it matters most. From the basics to microchip registration, these small steps protect pets and help ease stress in an emergency.

Need a custom plan for your dog, cat, horse, or exotic? Call 860-684-5868 or visit staffordveterinarycenter.com to talk options.

What's one emergency kit item that surprised you? Tell us in the comments — we'll feature the top questions in a follow-up post.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the pet moms in our community! From the moms of tiny kittens to the moms of big draft horses, thank you for the love and care you give every day. Tag a pet mom you'd like to celebrate and we’ll feature our favorites in Stories next week. 🐾

05/09/2026

Spring tip time! 🌼 Our top three vet-recommended tips to keep your pet happy and healthy this season:

• Mental enrichment: short puzzle-feeder sessions or DIY treat games help reduce boredom and destructive behavior.
• Preventive wellness: schedule a spring exam for nutrition counseling and parasite prevention. Or call for our farm spring clinic for our large animal friends!
• Low-stress visits: bring a favorite treat to make exams easier for anxious pets.

Call (860) 684-5868 to book a wellness check or visit staffordveterinarycenter.com—we care for large, small, and exotic animals and can tailor plans for your pet.

05/08/2026

Today is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day, (And thank you to our most adorable patient!) a great reminder to prepare an emergency kit for your pets and animals. Start with these basics: food and water, a carrier or secure transport, any medications plus copies of their records, first-aid supplies, and clear ID photos. Stafford Veterinary Center offers urgent care during the day and herd-health support — call (860) 684-5868 or visit https://staffordveterinarycenter.com/ to discuss planning for your animals.

05/07/2026

Preventive care for your pet does just what its name suggests – it can prevent diseases that can put your pet’s life in jeopardy and be costly to treat. As part of today's theme of "Love your pet? See your vet," here are 7 cat diseases that can be prevented with vaccination and deworming.

03/23/2026