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Veterinary Specialty Hospital offering 24-Hour ER /Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, and more!
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Summit Veterinary Referral Center is a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital in Tacoma and the surrounding area, providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats. Our emergency team and board-certified specialists work together to deliver advanced diagnostics, surgery, and critical care under one roof. From sudden emergencies to long-term treatment plans, we’re here whenever your pet needs us most.

10/30/2026

A very Happy Howl-O-Ween and Dia De Los Mu***os from your friends at SVRC! Here are a few tips on how to keep your furry friends safe and sound during the spoookiest day of the year:

~ Keep the candy away from Fido and Fifi - many sweets including chocolate and those containing artificial sweeteners can be very dangerous for dogs and cats.
~Choose costumes for your pets that do not restrict their mobility, vision, or ability to breathe,
~Update any pet collars with accurate ID tags and keep them inside for safe keeping.
~ Small toys and party favors can pose danger too, especially when swallowed! Keep these items away from any pets in your home.

And most importantly, don't forget - Summit Veterinary Referral Center is open 24/7, 365 days a year for any veterinary emergencies your family may face. https://www.summitvets.com/

10/28/2026

Did you know that October 28th is World Internal Medicine Day?

In today's Meet the Specialists feature, we’re highlighting our exceptional Internal Medicine Team! This team consists of Dr. Laura Riordan, Dr. Marianne Pan, Dr. Annabelle Botsford, and Dr. Jewel Milo. As problem solvers and managers of multiple organ systems, Internal Medicine sees a wide range of illnesses and conditions effecting pets from nose to tail and everywhere in between.

For further information about having your pet seen by our Internal Medicine department, head on over to https://www.summitvets.com/services/internal-medicine to learn more.

10/18/2026

It’s and we at SVRC want to take a moment to recognize the exceptional Veterinary Technicians on our team. Veterinary technicians are life savers who are truly jacks of all trades – from monitoring anesthesia to performing CPR, to providing comfort and care to their patients of all shapes and sizes, the importance of a veterinary technician’s role cannot be overstated. From all of us at SVRC – a massive THANK YOU VET TECHS! You are valued and appreciated today and every day.

10/14/2026

HOCUS POCUS AT THE PARK - REGISTRATION ENDS TODAY, DON'T MISS OUT!

We're teaming up with .hope4caninecancercare for a spooktacular afternoon celebrating our four-legged friends and supporting Canine Cancer Awareness! Sponsored by

📅 October 31st
📍 Wapato Park, Tacoma
⏰ 12 PM to 3 PM

🐕 Walk/Run at 12:30 PM
🎃 Doggie Costume Contest at 1:30 PM
☕ TNT Coffee & Donuts
🛍️ Local vendors
🎉 Fun, fundraising, and more!

Registration includes an event t-shirt, and every dollar raised helps us reach our goal of $5,000 to support canine lymphoma treatment assistance and grief counseling for pet loss through Toby's Hope. Costumes and creativity are highly encouraged!

Register today and scan the QR code or use this link: https://givebutter.com/hocus-pocus-at-the-park-ros9bs

Come join us for a Halloween afternoon at the park, bring your pups, wear your best costume, and help us support a great cause! 🐶🧡

10/09/2026

Introducing: Meet the Specialists! - A bi-monthly feature where we are highlighting all of the clinicians here at Summit Veterinary Referral Center.

Today’s Meet the Specialists feature is all about our surgeons. Consisting of Dr. Andrew Hofeling (DVM, DACVS), Dr. Jennifer Weh (DVM, DACVS), Dr. Mike Weh (DVM, DACVS), and Dr. Stephanie Loomis (DVM, DACVS, CCRT), this incredible team of board‑certified surgeons bring their masterful technique to every procedure they perform, whether it’s a fracture repair, BOAS surgery, or any other situation they may face.

For more information on our surgery department and the services they provide, visit https://www.summitvets.com/services/surgery to learn more!

10/05/2026

🔮🎃 HOCUS POCUS AT THE PARK! 🐾

We’re excited reboot our community events and decided to start off by teaming up with .hope4caninecancercare for a spooktacular afternoon celebrating our four-legged friends and supporting Canine Cancer Awareness! 🧡

📅 October 31st
📍 Wapato Park, Tacoma
⏰ 12 PM to 3 PM

🐕 Walk/Run at 12:30 PM
🎃 Doggie Costume Contest at 1:30 PM
☕ TNT Coffee & Donuts
🛍️ Local vendors
🎉 Fun, fundraising, and more!

Registration includes an event t-shirt, and every dollar raised helps us reach our goal of $5,000 to support canine lymphoma treatment assistance and grief counseling for pet loss through Toby's Hope. Costumes and creativity are highly encouraged!

Register today and scan the QR code or use this link: https://givebutter.com/hocus-pocus-at-the-park-ros9bs

Come join us for a Halloween afternoon at the park, bring your pups, wear your best costume, and help us support a great cause! 🐶🧡

✨ Sponsored by ✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎃🐾

05/09/2026

Sunday is a BIG holiday....it's time to celebrate all the moms in the world!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, pet moms, and caregivers out there! 🌸🐾 We hope your day is filled with love, sunshine, and plenty of cuddles from your furry family members.

As you celebrate, our amazing infographics below include some common flowers and plants that can be toxic to pets, especially cats. A lot of these flowers can easily be found in most premade bouquets so keep an eye out! Please help keep your pets safe by being mindful of floral arrangements brought into the home this weekend. 💐

If you think your pet ate one of these flowers or plants this weekend, call us at (253) 983-1114, head straight to us, or straight to the closest vet ER near you!

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04/30/2026

Heart disease in pets isn’t always obvious.
Some conditions progress slowly, while others can appear suddenly and become life‑threatening without warning. Early evaluation plays a critical role in protecting both comfort and longevity.

At Summit Veterinary Specialists, our Cardiology team uses advanced diagnostics—including echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), ECG, and blood pressure monitoring—to accurately diagnose heart disease and guide treatment decisions.

Every care plan is individualized, focusing not just on managing disease, but on maintaining quality of life, mobility, and long‑term comfort for your pet.
If your pet has a heart murmur, breathing changes, coughing, weakness, or fainting—or if you’ve been referred for cardiac evaluation—our specialty team is here to help.

👉 Learn more about our cardiology services:
www.summitvets.com/services/cardiology

04/22/2026

Don’t ignore tummy trouble—some GI issues can turn serious fast.

If your pet won’t stop vomiting, seems uncomfortable or painful in their belly, stops eating, or you think they may have swallowed something like a toy, sock, or trash, it’s important to act quickly.

These signs can worsen faster than many pet parents expect, and waiting too long can lead to more serious (and costly) complications.

If you’re worried, don’t wait. Bring your pet directly to our Emergency Room or call ahead so our team can be ready to help. Early care can make all the difference.

(253) 983-1114

04/15/2026

Caring for pets through extended or critical stays is something our team takes to heart. We know how stressful those moments can be, and our goal is always to provide attentive care while keeping families informed every step of the way.

We’re so glad Ava is on the road to recovery and grateful you trusted our team during such a difficult time. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

Address

2505 S 80th Street
Tacoma, WA
98409

Telephone

+12539831114

Website

http://www.summitvets.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&y_source=1_MTE2Njg4NjItNTU5LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

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