Aspen River Veterinary Hospital

Aspen River Veterinary Hospital We are a family owned and operated, full service veterinary hospital with grooming and Aquamation.

Polydactyl cats are born with extra toes, most often on their front paws. It’s a genetic trait and is usually completely...
05/22/2026

Polydactyl cats are born with extra toes, most often on their front paws. It’s a genetic trait and is usually completely harmless, just an extra dose of cute. That said, those extra toes can come with a few care considerations. More toes means more nails to trim, and sometimes they grow at different angles or are easier to snag if not maintained. Most polydactyl cats live totally normal, healthy lives, but regular paw checks and nail trims are important to keep them comfortable.

Dogs experience the world through scent in a way we can’t fully imagine. They have up to 300 million scent receptors, co...
05/21/2026

Dogs experience the world through scent in a way we can’t fully imagine. They have up to 300 million scent receptors, compared to about 6 million in humans, which means smells carry much more information for them.

What seems gross to us is often fascinating and informative to them. It’s completely normal behavior, even if it makes us question their choices.

Honestly… they might be onto something 😌 Whether it’s saying no to chaos, no to sharing boxes, or no to anything that do...
05/19/2026

Honestly… they might be onto something 😌 Whether it’s saying no to chaos, no to sharing boxes, or no to anything that doesn’t pass their vibe check, cats set boundaries and stick to them.

👍 Like this if your cat lives by this rule
📲 Share this with someone whose cat says “no” to everything

💧 Is your dog drinking enough water? A good rule of thumb: about 1 oz per pound of body weight daily. But things like he...
05/18/2026

💧 Is your dog drinking enough water? A good rule of thumb: about 1 oz per pound of body weight daily. But things like heat, activity, and diet can change that! Noticing big changes in thirst? That can be a sign something’s up.

More paws, more love, more chaos… and we wouldn’t have it any other way 💕 Like this post if you agree!How many dogs are ...
05/15/2026

More paws, more love, more chaos… and we wouldn’t have it any other way 💕 Like this post if you agree!

How many dogs are in your pack?

Hey guys, we're looking for a groomer. We posted the job on FB but I wanted to put it out to our people as well.....Aspe...
05/14/2026

Hey guys, we're looking for a groomer. We posted the job on FB but I wanted to put it out to our people as well.....

Aspen River Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced groomer for our full service grooming salon, Pampered Paws Grooming, to come join our team. Requirements include:
- minimum of 3 years professional grooming experience
- ability to groom safely, efficiently and to salon standards.
Applicants must be dependable, a strong communicator, manage time well and have good customer service skills.

**FB limits what we can discuss for pay and benefits. If interested, email resume to info@aspenrivervet.com and we will discuss pay and benefits during the interview.

Some friendships are sweet, some are silly, and some are a little bit of both. We’d love to know, does your pet have a b...
05/14/2026

Some friendships are sweet, some are silly, and some are a little bit of both. We’d love to know, does your pet have a bestie at home? Tell us in the comments! 💛🐾

Cats have around 230 bones, while humans have 206. 🐱🦴 Those extra bones, especially in the spine and tail, help give cat...
05/12/2026

Cats have around 230 bones, while humans have 206. 🐱🦴 Those extra bones, especially in the spine and tail, help give cats their amazing flexibility, balance, and jumping ability. It’s one of the reasons they can twist, stretch, and squeeze into spaces that seem impossibly small.

Cats are built for agility, but that doesn’t mean they’re immune to injury. If your cat is limping, reluctant to jump, or moving differently than usual, it may be time for an exam.

Open play with your dog is safest when they have reliable recall, respond to basic cues, and are in a secure, enclosed a...
05/11/2026

Open play with your dog is safest when they have reliable recall, respond to basic cues, and are in a secure, enclosed area. 🐶 Before unclipping the leash, make sure your dog will come when called, can refocus on you around distractions, and is not likely to run toward people, wildlife, roads, or other dogs.

If your dog tends to ignore cues, bolt, guard toys, or become overstimulated, more training may be needed before off-leash play is a good idea. A good rule of thumb: if you’re not confident you can call your dog back right away, it’s not the right time for open play yet.

Full circle, thats what we're about. We want to treat your pet their entire life. The first pic is Dr. Wharton, fresh ou...
05/09/2026

Full circle, thats what we're about. We want to treat your pet their entire life. The first pic is Dr. Wharton, fresh out of Veterinary school, and Thelma Lou. The second pic is 12 years later. Dr.Wharton's first client at our new office.......none other than Thelma Lou.

Not all store-bought bones are safe for dogs. 🦴 Some are hard enough to crack teeth or cause choking, stomach upset, or ...
05/08/2026

Not all store-bought bones are safe for dogs. 🦴 Some are hard enough to crack teeth or cause choking, stomach upset, or blockages. When choosing a chew, look for one that matches your dog’s size and chewing style, and avoid anything too hard or easy to swallow. Not sure which chews are safest? We’re here to help, ask us about our vets’ recommendations.

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1250 Brass Mill Road
Belcamp, MD
21017

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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