by Amherst | Jul 10, 2015 | Blog
This stunning feline is Bailey; Bailey is an 7 year old Himalayan cross. We have had the pleasure of knowing Bailey since 2008 when she first visited the clinic as a teeny tiny kitten. Aside from her yearly wellness exams and vaccinations, Bailey often boards with us...
by Amherst | Jul 8, 2015 | Blog
Vancouver is an expensive city and those costs extend to pet ownership, often resulting in a shocking price tag. So when bringing that new puppy or kitten into the family, you’ve likely considered whether or not to buy pet insurance to manage unexpected medical costs....
by Amherst | Jul 3, 2015 | Blog
This happy boy is Diego, he is an 11 year old Chihuahua mix. Even though Diego may be considered a “senior” he sure acts like a puppy! Diego frequently boards with us here at Amherst Veterinary Hospital, and each time he comes to stay he sure makes himself...
by Amherst | Jun 29, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness
Marijuana Toxicity in Your Pet On a day off from my job as a veterinarian, I walked with my children and dog through our Vancouver neighbourhood park, inhaling deeply, picking up the prevalent smell of marijuana. At the same time, my dog picks up a scent, rustles...
by Amherst | Jun 26, 2015 | Blog
This little cutie is Odie, he is a 9 week old Border Collie, Shepherd, Whippet cross. What a mix! We had the pleasure of meeting Odie when he came in for his puppy wellness exam and first vaccines. We look forward to more visits from Odie and are excited to see what...