by Amherst | Feb 13, 2015 | Blog
This week I would like to introduce another pet species we see as patients at Amherst Veterinary Hospital; I want to introduce you to Jericho, a hamster that first came to see us this summer. There is a popular children’s book series called “The Adventures of Humphrey...
by Amherst | Feb 10, 2015 | Blog, Dental
February is Dental Health Month here at the clinic! This means that if you book your pet in for a basic dental cleaning (not including extractions) they will receive a 15% discount, a free bag of either Hill’s T/D Oral Health or Royal Canin Dental Diet and a goody bag...
by Amherst | Feb 6, 2015 | Blog
Jolene and Food Bloat This week I would like to introduce you to Jolene, another 4-legged member of the Amherst family. Jolene is a 23 kg, 6 year old, female pit bull cross. Our technician, Amanda, adopted her from the Surrey Animal Resource Centre when she was...
by Amherst | Feb 5, 2015 | Blog
Amherst Veterinary Hospital is holding a Cupcake Day Bake Sale for National Cupcake Day™ for SPCAs & Humane Societies on Monday, February 23rd and you’re invited! The staff at Amherst Veterinary Hospital will be baking irresistible cupcakes to raise awareness and...
by Amherst | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog
As a Registered Veterinary Technician, it is often our responsibility to review specific homecare instructions with owners when patients head home after procedures in our hospital. Emphasizing the importance of their pets’ E-collar frequently tops that list and...
by Amherst | Feb 2, 2015 | Blog
These two handsome dogs are brothers Aero and Oreo, they are both 16 month old Corgis and quite the characters. Aero is on the right, with piercing blue eyes and Oreo is on the left sporting a big smile. Both Aero and Oreo were neutered last week and were excellent...
by Amherst | Jan 30, 2015 | Blog
Clients are often curious about the pets owned by the staff at Amherst Veterinary Hospital. Not surprisingly, almost everyone who works at this veterinary hospital has at least one furred companion at home and these companions have all, at one time or another, become...
by Amherst | Jan 29, 2015 | Blog
Animal Behaviour scientist Dr. Rebecca Ledger has written another interesting article featured in the Vancouver Sun, this time she discusses whether or not dogs can exhibit guilt. Follow the link below to read the article....
by Amherst | Jan 27, 2015 | Blog
Our very own Mary “chillin'” with Dr. Beneke. Mary’s favorite place to sit is any seat that’s already taken.
by Amherst | Jan 16, 2015 | Blog
This handsome cat is Jari, he is a beautiful 2 year old tabby cat and one of Amherst’s favorite patients. We have had the pleasure of knowing Jari’s owners for quite a long time. Despite the fact that they now live in Tofino, Jari still comes to visit us...
