Animal Emergency Center

10/18/2025

On this last day of Veterinary Technician Week, we bring you Lou Siaosi.

Lou has been with AEC from the start! While not a licensed technician yet, she is working towards getting her license through an AVMA accredited distance learning program. When not saving lives on the ER floor, she is giving back to the community by keeping the Peninsula SPCA’s clinic running and helping with fundraising events such as Fur Ball and Barktober fest. She has an unmeasurable dedication to animal medicine and welfare. When not at work, she is traveling with her family or doing photo shoots with her beloved yorki, Nino.

10/17/2025

Today we would like to spotlight Kelly Simonds, LVT

My name is Kelly! I'm a licensed veterinary technician. I have been working with animals since 2000, my first job working with animals was on a dairy farm in Maine. I grew up on a farm with horses, and even had my own pig I caught in a pig scramble! I've been in veterinary medicine for many many years, while my passion is in emergency and critical care, I have worked in many facets of the field including working with large animals, exotics, wildlife, and companion animals. Being a technician is tough at times, but being able to help animals and their owners is truly rewarding!

10/16/2025

Today we bring you Kym Rhodes, LVT

Kym has been the overnight LVT at AEC since 2018. She first started with an externship back in 2016 after graduating from the Vet Tech Institute. When not at work, she’s often reading or playing Dungeons & Dragons. She enjoys travel, fine red wines, and keeping up with her husband, 3 dogs, and 2 cats.

10/15/2025

Today we are spotlighting Kimberly Michie, LVT

Kimberly joined Animal Emergency Center in 2022 and has loved every shift since. She currently works full-time as a Licensed Veterinary Technician and Hospital Manager at her day practice, while continuing to dedicate time each week to the AEC team. Kimberly enjoys the opportunity to refine her advanced skills while providing compassionate, hands-on care to each of her patients at AEC, where she values the patient-centered approach that defines the hospital.

10/14/2025

Today we would like to spotlight Kristen Creamreans, LVT.

Hi, I’m Kristen. I bring 17 years of experience in veterinary medicine with a deep love for exotics and emergency medicine. I’m passionate about reigniting purpose in the field by strengthening communication, teamwork, and mutual respect across all roles. I believe every position plays an essential part in patient care, and that people learn in unique ways. I’m also continuously expanding my knowledge in anesthesia and analgesia to ensure the highest standards of care for every species and situation.

10/13/2025

In honor of National Vet Tech Week, we will be spotlighting one of our amazing LVT's each day. This week we start off with Heather Beers.

Heather Beers, LVT, has a diverse background, starting from work in a kennel and transitioning into a dual role in both emergency and day practices. When not focused on caring for animals, she enjoys spending quality time with her son and engaging in various creative hobbies. A dedicated pet owner and foster parent to kittens, her passion for animal welfare extends beyond her career. She also finds fulfillment in crafting and attending conventions and Renaissance fairs.

10/13/2025

This week we celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week. Please help us celebrate and thank these individuals who have dedicated their life and careers to caring for animals. They truly are magnificent people and I am so proud to have several amazing LVT's at AEC who pass on their skills, love and compassion on to all of our patients. Continue to be amazing at what you all do, and remember you all are absolutely appreciated for everything you do.

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09/26/2025

AEC will be closed the remainder of the night tonight. If your pet is having a true emergency please call one of the emergency hospitals in Virginia Beach or Richmond. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!

We are open until 8am Saturday morning.

Have fun and be safe!

06/13/2025

We are so grateful that we were able to donate a protective vest for K9 Nitro. He is such a handsome boy, we love that he will now be better protected when he is working and protecting our community!!

We hope to donate another protective vest next year for another K9 in need in Hampton Roads 🐾💙🐾

York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office K9 Nitro has received donation of body armor

York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, VA, K9 Nitro has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Nitro’s vest was sponsored by Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown, VA and embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,030 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

02/07/2025

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York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office K9 Nitro to get donation of body armor

York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, VA, K9 Nitro will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Nitro’s vest was sponsored by Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown, VA and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 5,882 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year 🥂🍾