Grieving The Loss Of A Pet
The love and bond we share with our animal companions is intense. To most of us, our pets are so much more than “just a dog” or “just a cat”; they’re beloved members of our family. They bring so much to our lives – fun, companionship, joy, a sense of meaning or purpose, structure, activity, […]
Updated Covid-19 Protocol
September 2020 Big Lick Vet Covid Update First, we want to send out a huge THANK YOU to our incredible clients for their patience and understanding during this unusual time. We understand that curbside service hasn’t been easy for you and we hope you know that it hasn’t been easy for us either. We look […]
New To Big Lick Vet – Cryosurgery!
We’re excited to announce that Big Lick Vet is now offering Cryosurgery! You might be asking yourself what exactly Cryosurgery is, so let us tell you all about it! Cyrosurgery involves the use of powerful instruments to treat benign skin lesions extremely accurately, quickly, effectively and painlessly – without anesthetic. In a matter of seconds, […]
What You Should Know About Pet Insurance
Pet insurance is still a relatively new concept for many pet owners. There are various plans and policies available through multiple companies, so it can be overwhelming when deciding what the right company and policy is for you and your pet. Despite the initial work of choosing the ideal plan for your situation, the vast […]
Big Lick Vet – Weight Loss Challenge!
For many pet owners, there’s nothing better than seeing your pets eyes light up or tail start wagging when you’ve given them dinner or offered them a treat. It can be easy to show love to our pets through food and before we know it, we have an overweight pet. Reaching and maintaining a […]
Big Lick Vet 2020 Summer Newsletter
August 2020 Welcome to the Summer 2020 edition of Big Lick Vet’s newsletter! Our goal with this newsletter is to provide our clients with information about what’s been happening here at Big Lick Vet for the past few months, what’s coming up, and our specials/promotions. We also want to provide you with information that’s relevant to […]
8 Tips To Beat The Heat And Keep Your Pets Safe This Summer
Spending time with our pets during the long, sunny days of summer is one of the best parts of this time of the year! But being overeager in the heat can be potentially dangerous. Luckily, there are precautions you can take to help ensure your pet has a fun and safe summer with you. Follow […]
10 Tips To Help Your Pet Adjust Post-Quarantine
As Virginia enters Phase 3 of Reopening, many are returning to work for the first time after months of restrictions to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Not only will this change be an adjustment for you, but your pets will also feel the impact of a new routine and not having their owner(s) home for […]
Fourth of July Pet Safety
The Fourth of July can be a fun time to celebrate with family and friends, but it’s not always the most fun for our pets. It can be a frightening time of year for our pets and can even be dangerous for animals. Fireworks and celebrations can startle animals and cause them to run away, […]
Thank You To Our Clients During This Covid-19 Crisis
Thank you to our amazing clients for your patience and understanding. We know it isn’t easy to watch your pets walk into the building without you or have conversations with the techs and doctors over the phone, especially the difficult ones. We’ve been blown away by your eagerness to work with us through these trying […]