Animal Emergency Center

10/18/2026

🐾💙 HAPPY NATIONAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK! 💙🐾

Behind every healthy pet is a dedicated veterinary team, and at the heart of that team are our amazing Vet Techs! 🩺🐶🐱

This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible veterinary technicians who give so much of themselves to care for the animals who mean so much to us.

You are so much more than the people who assist the veterinarians. You are the comforting hands that calm a frightened pet, the gentle voices that reassure worried families, the watchful eyes that notice when something isn’t right, and the compassionate hearts that continue to give even on the hardest days.

You celebrate every recovery, comfort families through difficult decisions, and sometimes shed tears for patients who aren’t even your own. You work long hours, wear countless hats, and give your hearts to patients who can’t say thank you.

But today, WE say THANK YOU! ❤️

Thank you for your patience, your dedication, your knowledge, your compassion, and the love you pour into your work every single day.

To all of our company’s phenomenal Veterinary Technicians, Kym Rhodes, Kristen Creameans, Crystal Harrison and Heather Beers-YOU ARE SEEN. YOU ARE VALUED. YOU ARE APPRECIATED.

Your work matters. Your compassion makes a difference. And our company is better because of YOU!

🐾 Happy Vet Tech Week! Keep making paw prints on hearts! 🐾

Please say a special thanks to these ladies for all they do.

10/02/2026

Thank you to everyone in the community that came out to donate towels and blankets for our pet patients! We are happy to announce our supply shelves are full to capacity thanks to your donations! We greatly appreciate your support.

07/05/2026

We are opened regular hours 4th of July
5:30pm-8a.m.

07/03/2026

Please be careful this summer but especially this weekend with the temperatures so high! Please protect your pets!

06/26/2026

*****IMPORTANT NOTICE*****

AEC has been providing overnight housing for stray animals for quite some time. Being the only overnight emergency veterinary clinic between Williamsburg and Virginia Beach, our facility has become increasingly busier over the years. As a result, we no longer have the capacity to provide overnight accommodations for stray animals.

Effective July 1st we will no longer be able to accept stray animals for overnight housing. If you encounter a stray animal, please reach out to animal control in your area.

Send a message to learn more

06/14/2026

Our awesome staff snapped this great pic of this baby that was here with us this week!

06/14/2026

This baby came to get his wing fixed! He was very nice!

06/13/2026

This is not an attempt to scare pet owners but we are seeing a rise in critical cases and animal deaths related to heat stroke/ heat exhaustion. This is 100% preventable. Please protect your pets!

🚨Warning Signs of Heat Stroke in Dogs🚨

Recognizing the stages of overheating early can save your dog's life.

Early Signs (Heat Exhaustion):
Heavy/Incessant Panting: The dog's primary method of cooling, which intensifies and doesn't slow down.Excessive Drooling: Saliva may become thick, sticky, or foamy.Red or Pale Gums: Gums and tongue turn bright red; pale or blue gums indicate shock.
Restlessness: Pacing, whining, or desperately seeking cool surfaces to lie on.

Severe Signs (Heat Stroke):Coordination Issues: Stumbling, wobbly legs, or dizziness.Vomiting/Diarrhea: May include blood.Collapse or Coma: Extreme weakness, inability to stand, or unresponsiveness.Seizures: Severe neurological distress.

What To DoIf you suspect your dog has heat stroke, immediate action is required:
Move to a cool area immediately and get them to an air-conditioned environment.
Apply cool (not ice-cold) water to their body. Never use ice packs or rubbing alcohol, as this can constrict blood vessels and trap heat.
Offer small amounts of water, but do not force them to drink.Seek veterinary care immediately.

06/13/2026

AEC is hiring for a full and Part Time Vet Assistants. Hours are 5:15pm-12:30a.m. ( days will be discussed). Experience is preferred. Please email resume to [email protected]

Come join our winning team!

06/10/2026

The temperature is supposed to reach 85 degrees today which means asphalt can be 130-145 degrees. Hot enough to cause second degree burns on dogs paw pads in a few short minutes. Even lighter services like concrete or sidewalks can still be 108 degrees. Always check before walking barefoot pets or consider boots, paw wax, short breaks or walking earlier in the morning or later in the evening when it’s cooler. Please protect these babies. They depend on you.