A Little Late, But So Very Grateful
From the owner
Life at my new clinic has been a whirlwind since our “Meet the Team” Open House. This week, I finally had a moment to sit down, look through the photos from our first Northwest Arkansas community event, and just... reflect.
Honestly? My heart is full. Seeing our parking lot packed with neighbors, friends, and so many wagging tails was the warmest welcome I could have imagined. Ever since, I’ve been so busy caring for new patients and running my business that I’ve hardly had time to breathe. Even still, I couldn’t let another day go by without thanking the community that made it all possible—the community that made me who I am.
Fayetteville is more than just where I work—it’s my home. Seeing so many of you come out to celebrate this new chapter reminded me how much I’ve enjoyed practicing veterinary medicine in my hometown for the last 14 years. It was an absolute pleasure to take so many of you through my new hospital and introduce you to my team.
Thank you for trusting my family to care for your family; it is an honor I never take for granted.
Dr. Rachel Hill
UofA Pre-vet Mari with her family assisted our Jr. Surgery Lab!
Banjo won best dressed pup at our FVC open house!
This standard poodle named Rupert stole our hearts!
Lilly with her mom is sister to Ellie from our first blog post!
A heroic shout-out to our guests of honor
A huge, heartfelt thank you to the Fayetteville Firefighters and their spectacular Fire Education Dalmatians for being such a hit with the families. Everyday you teach future generations about fire safety while keeping us all safe. Thank you for your commitment to your pups, and for the many other ways you make Fayetteville, AR the greatest, safest place on earth. You’ve got this City and we’ve got you!
FFD’s female long-hair dalmatian “Ash” giving hungs!
Fayetteville’s finest giving time to their community!
A Fayetteville Fire Department K-9 CPR demonstration!
FFD dalmatians resting between presentations and pets!
Our deepest gratitude to Officer Rudajs and his partner Bax from the Fayetteville Police Department for their incredible K-9 demonstration. Officer Rudjas educated kids of all ages about the FPD K-9 program while representing a masterclass in dedication and partnership. Special praise to Officer Bax for delivering a flawless tier-one performance with all eyes watching. Fayetteville Veterinary Care is extremely proud to serve the same community that these extraordinary officers protect every single day.
Fayetteville Police Officer Judajs and his partner Bax at our FVC Open House
Officer Bax and Rudajs’ incredible animal/human bond.
FPD Officer Bax waiting for his next command.
Our partners in compassionate pet care
One of the best parts of being a locally owned business in Northwest Arkansas is the incredible community of pet professionals and advocates that surrounds us.
It was important to us that the businesses joining our celebration shared our core values. Like us, these local partners prioritize protocols designed to minimize fear, anxiety, and stress for the cats and dogs in their care. Whether it’s through gentle handling, specialized training, or thoughtful environments, these teams understand that a pet’s emotional wellbeing is just as important as their physical health.
We are honored to stand alongside:
We are also deeply grateful for the medical and nutritional support from the industry leaders who help us stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine: Boehringer Ingelheim | Elanco | Hill's Science Diet | Merck | MidWest Vet Lab | MWI Animal Health | Purina | Virbac | Zoetis
Most importantly, thank you!
Whether you brought a “wounded” stuffie to our Junior Vet Surgery Lab, grabbed a treat from Pedal Pops or Tacos 4 Life, or just stopped by to say hello—thank you!
Mike Thompson, the NWA small business owner of Pedal Pops.
University of Arkansas and Fayetteville High School pre-vet students in surgery.
Best friends making new best friends.
You didn't just help us celebrate a new building; you helped us launch a mission to provide the kind of world-class, low-stress pet care this community deserves. One where the well-being of each individual animal takes priority over the shareholders and financial statements that competing corporate clinics are so fond of.
Thank you for joining us on our never-ending quest to perfect the small animal veterinary experience in Northwest Arkansas. With your support and help from our partners, we are putting the care back in pet healthcare. We’re officially open, and the treats (and low-stress snuggles) are always waiting. Come see us soon!
— The FVC Care Team at 1575 W Van Asche Dr, Fayetteville, AR
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