Resources
Product Recalls, Poison Control, & Common Diseases
FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
Find useful information on pet food recalls as well as regulations and distribution of food additives and drugs that will be given to animals. Additionally, a list of “Hot Topics” are found on the right hand side of the page to give you easy navigation to today’s issues.
Pet Poison Control Hotline
They are your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. A $65 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card.
The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC)
A non-profit organization of veterinarians and parasitologists dedicated to protecting your family and your pets from parasites and zoonotic disease.
American Heartworm Society
More than a million pets in the U.S. have heartworms- but heartworm disease is preventable. The AHS aims to lead the veterinary profession and the public in the understanding of heartworm disease.
Current Events and Spreading Diseases
Buddy’s Recovery: A Detailed IVDD Case Managed with Integrative Veterinary Medicine
On July 15, 2025, Buddy was examined by his regular veterinarian in North Carolina after developing back pain. His owners reported that he would yelp
Announcing the Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship
In loving memory of Phyllis C. Cooke, we are honored to establish the Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship through drcookevet.com, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterinary healers through scholarships,
Medical Records & Medicine
My Pet's Record
Log in to your VetHero account for new prescriptions and prescription reminders, request appointments, view medical records, communicate with our team, and more.
The Cooke Pharmacy
Search for and purchase your medications directly through our convenient online portal. Shop for preventative medications, nutritional supplements, pet food, and more.
New Pet Information
New Pet Welcome Packets
Congratulations on your new member of the family! There are many things you can do to ensure a long and happy life for your pet, as well as be best informed on what to do in various situations you may encounter.
Veterinary Partner
veterinarypartner.com is here to support your veterinarian and you in the care of your companion animals by providing reliable, up-to-date animal health information from the veterinarians and experts of the Veterinary Information Network (VIN), the world’s first and largest online veterinary database and community.
Pet Health Insurance
With the advancements of technology and the cost of medical inflation, veterinary care can be very costly. Illnesses that lead to advanced, prolonged hospitalizations and advanced surgeries easily run into thousands of dollars. Many treatments and diagnostics that are used in human medicine are also commonly used in veterinary medicine. The technology of the ultrasound (and therefore the expense to own it) is not different for a dog or a human. Many clients do not think of veterinary care in the same way they do human medicine, but they should.
Veterinary pet health insurance can be purchased by individual providers to protect against unforeseen, major medical expenses as well as day to day preventative medicine. These companies allow the owner to include what protection they would like to cover and offer additional riders as needed.
The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center does not endorse any one provider; however, we strongly recommend health insurance for all of your pets. Our pets are family and provide us with unconditional love and emotional attachment that make us live longer, healthier lives. We should provide the same for them. Health insurance can be very helpful in allowing us to afford the best care for our pets.
Popular Options
Historically, these companies provide competitive pet insurance:
Introducing Drcookevet.com
Because Healers Have to Heal
Dr. Cooke has a particular passion for managing complex cases and caring for senior pets. She is equally devoted to teaching and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. To further this mission, she founded drcookevet.com, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to veterinary education, scholarships, and charitable veterinary causes. She actively invites the local veterinary community to join in building this nonprofit, with the goal of funding and inspiring students across all veterinary disciplines to continue their education in the healing arts.
Organizations We Serve
Southeastern Virginia Golden Retriever Rescue, Education & Training
SEVA GRREAT is a non-profit, volunteer rescue group that takes in Golden Retrievers from owners who can no longer care for their dog, for whatever reason, and rescues Golden’s in shelters or other animal control facilities. They provide excellent health care and find new forever homes for these wonderful dogs.
The Chesapeake Humane Society
Founded in 1972, Chesapeake Humane Society supports the homeless and underserved animals of Chesapeake through low-cost veterinary services, financial assistance to shelter animals and at-risk pets, volunteering at local shelters, and operating an adoption program for dogs, cats, and small animals.
