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We will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Outstanding Pet Care, Canine Rehabilitation, Nutrition, and Surgical Services
Since 1959, Bethany Animal Hospital has been providing superior service for your pets’ health and well-being. You can trust our full-service animal hospital to provide outstanding services, including preventative care, diagnostic and surgical services, exotic pet medicine, and a canine rehabilitation center. Call us today to get started.
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Visiting the vet is key to providing long and healthy lives
From routine checkups to dental procedures and lab tests, Bethany Animal Hospital can handle all your pet care needs. In order to make your pet's visit stress-free, we have a number of team members who are Fear-Free certified. We'll make your pet as comfortable as possible.
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Give your pet the best in diagnostics by relying on our experienced veterinarians at Bethany Animal Hospital for lab services, radiography, and more. We use the latest veterinary techniques and best practices in veterinary care to diagnose your pet.
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Whether your pet needs major or minor surgery, you can trust our caring vets to complete the surgery safely and get your pet back to your home in no time.
📸 Paw-some Moments Captured! 🐾 Browse our Instagram Gallery for a glimpse into the daily joys and cuddles at Bethany Animal Hospital. 🐕🐈💕
Snowflake looked like he was arriving to his appointment in a mansion 🏰
Beardy the bearded dragon was content soaking up the sun from the exam room window at his visit. ☀️
We often hear “I don’t know how you do it”, when it comes to handling end-of-life appointments for pets.
The truth is, it can be one of the hardest parts of our job, but it is also one we are honored to be a part of. Yesterday, we were delivered this adorable set up, and the request to celebrate recently passed pup, Finley’s memory in the way he would’ve wanted… an ice cream party. 🍦
Finley came to us for 14 years, and while we may have shed a few tears, we followed his owner’s wish to celebrate his memory with our own “pup cups” and smiles. Pets are family, and we are thankful for our clients who choose to let us be a part of their lives, and their memories.
Sometimes it takes a second to catch on to the water treadmill, but Lexi got it mastered 🏊♀️
Interested in learning more about these services? Check out our website: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
While we don’t often associate “cones” with fun, we loved this fun twist on keeping pet’s safe- Zuko’s watermelon cone! 🍉
Meet ✨Everett✨
Rick was thrilled to get the opportunity to hold this little superstar! 🤩
Splish splash Ava was taking a bath. 🛁 🫧 Actually… Ava was in the water treadmill! Water treadmill is a service that can increase quality of movement, aid in post surgical recovery, improve daily function, and more! 💪🏻
Interested in learning more about these services? Check out our updated website page here: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
We’ve got some big employment anniversaries to celebrate in June! 🥳 Help us congratulate these amazing team members for all they do… and a special congrats to Dr. Gruber on the milestone of ✨25 years✨!
Sometimes stuffies need a little TLC, too! This kiddo brought her stuffed chicken along to her pup’s appointment, and advised us she was concerned he might need sutures. Thankfully, CVT Jodie snuck him into the schedule for a speedy repair!
We’re big fans of these guys - Dip & Chip! 🐓
Gloomy mornings have us feeling like Bella after a busy visit of snuggles 😴
Sophie Janelle visited us today on her 20th birthday! 🥳 Help us wish her an amazing day! 🎂🎈🎁
11/10 no notes 🎀👑💓✨🐶💋
It’s not often you see a baby macaw! 🦜😍 Betty is 9 months old and gorgeous as can be.
We know many of you will, deservingly, be getting flowers this weekend! 💐 However, remember, many flowers are not cat-safe, and lilies are particularly dangerous. Visit this link for a great resource on the safety of plants and flowers for pets: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/cats-plant-list
Come check us out & get a sweet treat! 🧁 🐾Thanks to our donating businesses:
@cinnajaxrolls
@pawlickingoodinc
@treehouse.pie.co
“Doggles” (dog goggles) can help protect eyes during laser therapy appointments… and they’re also incredibly stylish, as modeled by Kato. 😎
Help us celebrate our May employment anniversaries! 🥳 We’re so lucky to have you, Tara & Emily!
Come visit us tomorrow for a fun day at @jonamacorchard 🍎🐾 We will have presentations on pet CPR, nutrition, and heat stroke as well as lots of goodies & giveaways!
Many of you have been lucky enough to meet our practice manager, Natalie, over the years. Natalie has been a support to clients and staff alike in some of their toughest times. After 24 years of problem solving, smiles, laughs, tears, and puppy cuddles, Natalie is retiring. While her exit is bitter sweet, we want to thank her for her extraordinary commitment to our hospital, and wish her well on all her amazing adventures ahead. 🥳♥️
Come visit us this afternoon at the NIU Convocation Center! We will have giveaways, raffles, and answers to many of your pet-related questions.
It’s Veterinary Receptionist Week! Celebrated the last full week of April every year, this week is meant to highlight and celebrate the receptionists of our field.
Our receptionists fill a key role in our hospital by being the first and last face you see on every visit. They are experts at running a schedule, multitasking masters, and the problem-solving glue that keeps the hospital together. Just this Monday alone, they answered 207 incoming calls with a smile!
The team has enjoyed goodie bags, lots of kudos, and (pictured) a dinner at Florentino’s last night to show our appreciate. 🎉🍾 #veterinaryreceptionistweek
Check out those chompers!! 🦷
This kiddo is Rocco Taco, one of our staff’s beloved cats. We often don’t get a good look at our pet’s teeth, but they need care, too!
🪥Photo one is Rocco Taco sedated and soon to start his dental cleaning
🩻Photo two is his dental x-rays. Radiographs provide insights about oral health beyond the gum line which can help us provide the best dental care possible.
🐾Photo three is Rocco Taco resting comfortably at home, with his well-cared-for teeth peeking out.
Ask about dental health and dental cleanings at your pet’s next appointment - we are here to help!
Don’t forget about our canine rehabilitation resources! Dogs are begging to get in our water treadmill. 😉 Interested in learning more about these services? Check out our updated website page here: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
🐾Thanks to Randy for the perfect photo op.
Check out these adorable turtle plushies made from recycled water bottles! 🐢
While supplies last, you can get your own when you purchase a 12 month supply of Nexgard Plus. 🐾
Check out these adorable turtle plushies made from recycled water bottles! 🐢
While supplies last, you can get your own when you purchase a 12 month supply of Nexgard Plus. 🐾
Reminder – Vello starts today!
What is Vello? 🐶
Vello is the new program we are using for you to book appointments, access your pet’s information, request prescriptions, or confirm appointments.
🐾 What this means for you:
📱Our text number has changed. Please use and save our new text number: (815) 991-4556
This is now the only phone number that can receive text messages.
💻 Vello App & Web Experience:
We will no longer be using PetDesk.
There are two easy ways to access Vello and, best of all, there’s no username or password to remember; all of your information is pre-loaded, and Vello will authenticate you via the mobile number or email address attached to your Bethany account.
Access Vello in any web browser here: https://app.vello.idexx.com/login/hoBRg4tkTLm937BQk2m7Gw
Download the IDEXX Vello app from your phone’s App Store.
You are still always welcome to call or email us for any assistance if you prefer. While your appointment reminders will now be completed by Vello, you are not required to opt in to any other services – they are simply there for your convenience if you choose!
Maru was the perfect Easter bunny of a visitor this week! 🐰 Have a happy and safe holiday. 🌷
Help us celebrate our April employment anniversaries! 🥳 We are so lucky for our amazing team members.
Does Fluffy need to look her best for her birthday party? Fido needs a confidence boost for that first day of doggy daycare?
We’ve heard your feedback… pets want to look fabulous too, but there are simply no reputable pet makeup services in this area.
Look no further!
Deisy, our fabulous receptionist, is also a licensed esthetician, and she’s ready to fill the community gap. She’s booking and ready to offer:
👁️ Smokey-eye looks for those late-night zoomies
🐽 Nose contouring for that perfect nose boop
💋 Eye lash extensions so they can bat their eyelashes for their extra helping of dinner
Spots are limited and prom is around the corner … okay, okay, we’re just kidding. Happy April Fools’ Day from your favorite vet team! 💖
Here is technician, Arraia, with a unique patient- an opossum from @oakenacreswildlife
He was sedated for x-rays during this photo, and much more lively once that wore off!
The social media post vs. the behind the scenes… (hey, experienced techs still get excited about baby animals, too 😉)
We’re big fans of basset hound puppy ears! 😍 This new addition is Wrigley. 🐾
She’s just a girl 💅🏻💖 Enjoy this fabulous photo of Kiara on this gloomy Friday!
A PSA from Jodie, our rehabilitation expert:
If you’re like most of us, you and your pup likely decreased your level of activity over the winter. As the weather warms, and we restart activities like hiking or playing ball, it’s important to remember to ease into exercise. Our dogs need to build their endurance back up just like us and making exercise too strenuous too fast increases the likelihood of injuries.
While it’s rainy today, enjoy the warmer weather ahead!☀️
Lucas was feeling independent and decided to check himself in for his procedure. 🐾 Thanks so much to his owner for sharing this fun photo!
Gibson loves that “doggles” (dog goggles 😎) are both functional and stylish.
Interested in how canine rehabilitation, including laser therapy, could benefit your pup? Learn more here: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
Every puppy is perfect, but Ruger was submitted for socials by one of our assistants as “the cutest puppy she’s even seen”. 🥰
Dr. Hertz and three of our excellent Certified Veterinary Technicians - Jodie, Arraia, and Rachel are celebrating employment anniversaries this March! 🥳 We’re lucky to have you!
Spike was walking around with confidence at his visit! 🦎
Our job unfortunately isn’t playing with puppies all day… but we sure do appreciate when we can sneak puppy snuggles in! Frida was loving getting to take these pups and their littermates to the exam room for their check ups prior to going to their new homes. ❤️
Winston, the absolutely adorable British Shorthair kitten, came for his first visit with Dr. Mason last week. 😻
Scotch knows a thing or two about 💖 fashion 💖
A big congrats to our February staff anniversaries. 🥳 We are lucky to have you, Zach and Amilee!
Omar was doing some investigating of the exam room at his last appointment- what a cutie! 🐾
Morrocoy the yellow footed tortoise came bundled up for their most recent check up. 🐢
Meet Chloe! She was adopted last month and has quickly become a staff favorite. What a sweet girl! 💕
Red is really Moose’s color, don’t you think? 😍
We’re late on this one, Iris is quite a bit bigger now, but we couldn’t resist sharing! Look at that smile 😍
Sometimes it takes a little spray cheese motivation to keep a corgi potato afloat!
Mickey is recovering from an IVDD flare up, and has been benefitting from water treadmill time with Jodie. 🐾
Dr. Dominguez is celebrating 26 years with our hospital this month! 🥳 We are so lucky to have him. 🐾
Bert Bert wore the new crocs he got for Christmas to his appointment today 🥹❤️ We were so in awe we had to have a mini photoshoot… and we swear he was more enthusiastic than he looks.
We hope you are having a safe and happy holiday! We’ve loved seeing all your furry friends dressed up for their appointments. Isaac and Cookie brought a smile to our faces! 🥹🎄
Reminder we are closed today, but back open normal hours tomorrow.
Randy Clause is coming to town! 🎅🏻 Reminder we are here until 12:00 pm today.
Clove the reindeer is here to remind us it’s a holiday week! We will be closing early tomorrow at 12:00 pm. We are closed on Thursday. Have a safe and happy week! 🎄🎅🏻
Frigg came to her appointment incredibly festive! 🎄🎅🏻
Ozzy the pup is too cute! 🐾
Another patient we’ve been so lucky to watch grow up- Blue! Blue came to us as a bottle fed kitten after being found alone in a parking lot, and is now big, strong, and ready to play! 🐈⬛
Dante is a very handsome Siberian cat- look at those fuzzy paws! 🐾
We are so fortunate to be able to watch our patients grow up! Sweet Penny is two years old now, but she was one of the pups in the second photo. 🥹❤️
In celebration of a week many of us will be indulging more than usual… enjoy these pics of a very happy kitty with a Churu! 😂😍
Reminder we will be closing at 5:30 PM tomorrow and closed on Thursday, so contact us ASAP if you need medication refills or further assistance before those dates. 🦃
Help us wish Tyler and Rick a happy two year work anniversary! We are lucky to have you guys. 🥳
Milani was sitting pretty for treats at her appointment! 😍
Cheeto the corn snake had a wonderful first visit with our team 🐍
Cash came to us ready to party for his 1st birthday! 🥳🎂
After an early snowy weekend, we can all admire Vinny’s post water treadmill pajama snuggling. 🥺❄️
Interested in learning more about our canine rehabilitation services? Check out our website for more information: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
Today is the final day of our ofrenda display. Thank you to everyone who submitted a picture of their beloved passed pet to be included in our Dia de Los Muertos celebration. 🌼🦋 We’ve loved hearing your stories and sharing your memories.
Say hello to new pup, Skylar! This sweet English Setter was a quick staff favorite at her appointment. 😍
National Veterinary Technician Week is celebrated the third week of October annually. We take this week to recognize our amazing technicians and assistants. Our technician and assistant team are truly vital to our hospital, and patient care would be impossible without them. They are master multi-taskers, handling everything from anesthesia, phlebotomy, and x-rays to client emotional support, lots of cleaning, and so, so much more! 🩺 💙
So far this week they’ve enjoyed gifts and a dinner out at Los Rancheros (pictured)!
While it all feels small in the realm of what this team does every day, we hope they know how deeply appreciated they are by their coworkers, clients, and pets big and small. 🐾 #vettechweek
Look at those beautiful eyes on Ace the pup! 😍
Kaylee has a staff anniversary this month! We are so happy to have her on our team. 🥳
Ivy loves her water treadmill time and it’s helped her get back to her best mobility post orthopedic surgery! Interested in our canine rehabilitation services? Find out more here: https://www.bethanyvet.com/canine-rehabilitation-therapy
Loki the cockatoo had a great visit with Dr. Dominguez. While Loki is only a year old, cockatoos can live as long as 70 years!
How adorable is Dupy the duck?! 😍
If you look closely, you can see the cheese on Hooligan the pup’s mouth that got her into this picture perfect sit 👀🧀
From pancreantitis diagnostics to the latest in hiring to how to manage cat behavior and so, so, so much more, our staff learned a LOT this weekend! 🐾 We never take closing our hospital lightly, but when the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) announced that their annual, nationwide conference would be in Chicago, we felt it was too good of an opportunity to pass up. By giving our staff the opportunity to learn, network, and grow, we can better serve our patients. We feel our biggest asset to our hospital, is the people who make it run every day!
Swipe to see what had Abby so focused on the camera… a Pupperoni! 😂
Please help us celebrate our September staff anniversaries! 🥳
Dr. Dominguez was a big fan of new pup, Eugenio Alfredo! 🐾
Phoebe came for a microchip scan (and a couple treats of course) on her birthday. 🥹 Happy birthday, Phoebe! 🥳
Charlie-Ray was a 10/10 patient at his visit, and we can’t get over his sweet little face! 🥺♥️
Maddie the Saint Bernard pup weighed in at over 73 pounds at only 7 months old. 😯 We can’t wait to watch her grow!
Regurgitation issues in some pets can be managed with modified feeding strategies, like adaptive “chairs” that allow the pet to be upright while eating. Lilo, the French bulldog, proved this can be both effective AND adorable with these precious photos shared by her family. 🥰
Congrats to our August staff anniversaries 🥳 We are lucky to have you!
Phoebe knows a thing or two about color coordination with this bandana and nail combo 💅🏻
Happy Friday! Temu came dressed to impress with his best bow tie.
Godzilla the Russian tortoise realized this shoebox came with a perfect size hole for peeking at the staff 👀
If you’ve got the Monday blues, enjoy some sleepy puppy content from Yaco 💤
Two of our fabulous certified veterinary technicians celebrate employment anniversaries this month. 🥳 We are thankful for all you do! ♥️
Dr. Brown had an unexpected patient added to her surgery schedule last minute Friday- a Canada goose from @oakenacreswildlife 😯
She was transferred from a center in Winnebago County with a 3” tear in her neck that went all the way through the esophagus. Dr. Brown had to improvise a bit since there was some necrotic tissue at the wound site and that didn’t leave much skin left to close up the wound. However, we believe she should heal and is back at the wildlife center receiving all the TLC she needs. We are grateful for the opportunity to assist our local rescues, especially on a case so unique!
We love a photogenic pup- how precious is Bailey?! 📸
17-year-old Marlo was recently adopted from @tailsdekalb and came to see us! We love to see a sweet senior get a chance at a wonderful retirement. 🥰
Holly’s tall enough to check herself in for her appointments. 👀 We love to see an independent girl!
Kerriann (staff) and Willow (the new pup!) took a moment for snuggles at the front desk. 🥰
Help us celebrate our June staff anniversaries! 🥳
Toco the red-footed tortoise was here for an exam with Dr. Brown recently.
He is 20 years old, but in tortoise time, that’s nothing. Red-footed tortoises are known to live around 50 years. However, they have been recorded to live even 70 years or more under ideal conditions! 😲
Anya made herself nice and cozy in the lobby- what a cutie!
Can you tell what this unique patient is?
A fledgling red-tailed hawk! @oakenacreswildlife brought this baby to us after Saturday's winds knocked her out of her nest. Dr. Dominguez was able to confirm a femur fracture and place a pin to allow the bone to heal.
Birds this age grow and heal quickly. Oaken Acres believes she should make a full recovery within the next month and be able to be released later this summer.
Randy said the water treadmill is just more fun with his support stuffed animals! Randy had a TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) surgery with us in March, and had been visiting Jodie for rehabilitation services. 💪🏻
If you need a midweek pick-me-up, Deacon should do the trick! 😍
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Lyme Disease Prevention Month: What You Need To Know
As spring arrives, warmer temperatures and longer days mean one thing for pet owners: mosquito season is starting. That’s why National Heartworm Awareness Month in April is the ideal time to focus on heartworm prevention and schedule a heartworm test for your dog or cat. At Bethany Animal Hospital, we see the impact of heartworm disease every year. This potentially fatal parasite is almost 100% preventable, yet cases continue to rise across the Midwest. Early testing and consistent prevention can protect your furry family member for life. What Is Heartworm Disease? Heartworm disease is caused by the parasitic worm Dirofilaria immitis. Adult worms (up to 12 inches long) live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of dogs and cats, causing severe damage to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Left untreated, it can lead to heart failure, lung disease, and even sudden death. Dogs are the primary hosts, but cats can also become infected (though their symptoms and treatment differ). The good news? With proper testing and prevention, heartworm disease is almost entirely avoidable. How Do Pets Get Heartworm? (Transmission Explained) Heartworms spread exclusively through mosquitoes—not through direct pet-to-pet contact. 1. A mosquito bites an infected animal and picks up microscopic heartworm larvae. 2. Inside the mosquito, larvae mature into an infectious stage (this takes about 2 weeks in warm weather). 3. The mosquito bites your pet, transmitting the larvae. 4. Larvae migrate through your pet’s body for 6–7 months before becoming adult worms in the heart and lungs. Why April is critical in Sycamore, IL: Mosquito activity ramps up as temperatures consistently hit 50–60°F and higher. In Northern Illinois (including DeKalb County), this often begins in late April or early May. The American Heartworm Society (AHS) reports heartworm transmission is possible wherever mosquitoes thrive—and with climate trends, the season is lengthening. Signs of Heartworm Infection in Pets Early stages are often silent, which is why annual testing is essential. Watch for these common heartworm symptoms: ● Mild, persistent cough (especially after exercise) ● Fatigue or reluctance to exercise ● Decreased appetite and weight loss ● Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing ● Swollen abdomen (in advanced cases) ● In cats: Vomiting, asthma-like symptoms, or sudden collapse Don’t wait for symptoms—heartworm testing catches it early. Why Annual Heartworm Testing Matters (Especially Now) The AHS recommends year-round heartworm prevention and annual testing for all dogs and cats in the continental U.S. ● A simple blood test detects heartworms before damage occurs. ● Testing is quick, inexpensive, and can be done during your pet’s annual wellness exam. ● Positive results allow early treatment, dramatically improving outcomes. Local note for Midwest pet owners: The AHS 2022 Incidence Map (latest available) shows heartworm cases rising nationwide, with endemic activity throughout Illinois and the Midwest. Northern Illinois, including the Chicago suburbs and Sycamore area, sees confirmed cases every year. Warmer springs and urban microclimates keep mosquitoes active longer—making consistent protection non-negotiable. Heartworm Prevention Options: Safe, Effective, and Year-Round At Bethany Animal Hospital, we tailor prevention to your pet’s lifestyle, age, and health. All options are FDA-approved and highly effective when given correctly: ● Monthly oral preventives — We offer Heartgard® and NexGard Plus® for in-hospital pick up, or a variety of other options on our online pharmacy: https://bethanyvet.bluerabbitrx.com/ ● Monthly topical preventives — We offer NexGard Combo® in-hospital for cats, or a variety of other options on our online pharmacy: https://bethanyvet.bluerabbitrx.com/ ● 12-month injectable for dogs — ProHeart® 12 (newer option for long-term protection) Pro tip: Year-round protocols are the AHS gold standard—even in “colder” Midwest winters. Gaps in protection (even one missed dose) can leave your pet vulnerable, especially with unpredictable Illinois weather. Protect Your Pet This National Heartworm Awareness Month April is the perfect reminder to act. Warmer weather is here, mosquitoes are waking up, and heartworm risk is rising across Illinois. Don’t gamble with your pet’s heart health. Schedule a heartworm test and prevention consultation at Bethany Animal Hospital today. Call us at (815) 756-8925 or (815) 239-6938 Visit us: 2400 Bethany Road, Sycamore, IL 60178 Online: bethanyvet.com – Request an appointment or shop our pharmacy for preventives. Our compassionate team has been serving Sycamore, DeKalb, and surrounding communities since 1959. We’ll help you choose the best heartworm prevention plan for your dog or cat and answer every question.
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