Allandale Veterinary Hospital

09/03/2024

September is Pain Awareness Month! Did you know 40% of dogs and cats experience some level of pain due to Osteoarthritis (OA)? ​ OA is arthritis that develops when protective tissue in the joints deteriorates, leading to friction between the bones. Pain from OA can decrease your pet’s willingness to play or exercise.​ Take the Pain Checklist quiz to see if they could be showing signs of OA: https://www.zoetispetcare.com/checklist/osteoarthritis-checklist ​ If you suspect your pet may have signs of OA, please contact us so we can help them feel their very best! ​

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09/01/2024

Wishing you all a safe a happy long weekend! In the event you have an emergency you may contact the Huronia Veterinary Clinic located at 391 Dunlop St. Barrie. 705-722-0377 🐾

08/19/2024

We are pleased to announce Dr. Owens and Dr. Kaur to our team! Dr. Owens (left) has been part of our hospital since 2016. She graduated from the Ontario Vet College, and has a particular interest in canine reproduction and community health. Dr. Kaur (right) completed her degree in Punjab, India in 2018. Her interests include dermatology and geriatric care. They are both excited to meet you and your furry companions. Welcome to AVH! ❤️🩺

07/25/2024

This week we celebrate National Veterinary Assistant week! Our assistants work in various areas of our hospital, some you see, some you don’t. Our assistants work directly with our veterinarians , whom you see during appointment times, we have assistants in our rehab department helping your pet receive their rehabilitation helping our rehab RVT’s. We also have assistants in our treatment department where they are helping the RVT’s with post surgical patients, sick patients, x-rays, and helping our hospitalized patients over the weekends. Here are a few candid photos we were able to get in- between their busy schedules AND we didn’t even get all of them! Three cheers to our very important support team, we are beyond grateful to have you all!

07/24/2024

This week our staff was treated to a cool treat- who doesn’t like funnel cakes? It was much appreciated on a hot day! 🙏🏻

07/23/2024

Thank you to all who shared our previous post. We wanted to update you as we had an enormous response~ A heartwarming day as “Fox trot” was welcomed by his new owner on his way to his new home with brand new belongings and a bag of treats! xo 🐾❤️Northern Reach Network

07/22/2024

This is some wonderful news. Dogs traveling to the US do not require anything other than to be healthy, a microchip and over the age of 6 months. Owners DO need to fill out the Dog Import Form, prior to their trip and receive a receipt back to show at the border. This receipt is good for multiple trips within 6 months. The form is free but again, only good for 6 months. There is no requirement for a current rabies vaccine (at this point). For more information please click on the link provided.

There are four requirements for dogs that have ONLY been in countries that are dog-rabies free or lo

07/17/2024

We honestly have no words to describe the reaction of this guinea pig, totally priceless.... having nails trimmed. We want you to send in your captions!

07/11/2024

Looking for a forever home!

“Hello, I’m 5 month old German Shep mix searching for a loving home to call my own. I recently underwent veterinary care and now I’m ready for a fresh start! I’m calm and small for my age and enjoy the company of cats and other dogs. I know how to sit, play fetch and I’m great in a crate!
Car rides are a fave of mine and I’m highly motivated by treats which makes training me a breeze with a little patience and time.
I’ve been neutered and up to date on my vaccines. If you are interested in welcoming a little snuggle bug into your home please contact the hospital I am currently staying at.
Thanks for considering me as your new furry friend.” ❤️🐾

~ Fox Trot

07/01/2024

06/26/2024

We are proud of our team! They have made a significant impact in providing essential veterinary care to the communities of Ginoogsming FN and Long Lake FN. Vaccinating 205 pets, conducting physical exams and performing 148 surgeries are commendable achievements! It’s clear that their dedication and hard work made a difference for many animals and their owners!

06/25/2024

AVH utilizes the most up to date techniques when dealing with stressed patients. Occasionally, we must recognize when it’s best to stop for the day. Please know that our priority is to help and support your pets.

06/20/2024

Our team left yesterday for another Northern Ontario campaign! This one was a long 12 hour drive for them, we'll keep you posted with their updates. Stay tuned...

06/15/2024

Talk about cuteness overload. This is “Butters” and she was here to visit us to get her vaccinations. Enjoy the rest of this sunny weekend ahead! 🌼💛🌼

06/10/2024

Much gratitude to all who helped support our Spring Bath-A-Thon. We were able to raise $1400.00 for the GAAP charity! This crazy crew did an amazing job with all the baths. The only thing missing is a rubber ducky?!

05/12/2024

To all the mom’s today, wishing you a special day!🤍🐾 Happy Mother’s Day

05/09/2024

Ticks, ticks ticks, those pesky creatures. We have been seeing positive cases of Lyme disease right here in our area. Here is a really neat website that we wanted to share with you. There is very informative data and advice on how to remove a tick, identifying ticks, public mapping, and more!

A public platform for image-based identification and population monitoring of ticks in Canada.

05/08/2024

Spring time is the best time to get your pooch cleaned up! Get rid of old unwanted winter hair that is coming out in clumps around your home, (oh we know it!). We use a high power blower to help in the drying process. Best of all 100% of the proceeds are donated towards the GAAP charity, which we work closely with. *Nail trims are included in your bath. A big savings right there! Help support a great cause, our shampoo queens are ready for you! Book today as space is limited!

05/05/2024

Our team was out today supporting the Hike&Bike for Hospice Simcoe.

What is Hospice Simcoe?

As a specialized form of healthcare, hospice palliative care aims to relieve suffering and improve the quality of life for those living with a life limiting illness, as well as their families.
Hospice palliative care addresses the specific physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and practical issues, and their associated expectations, needs, hopes and fears on an individual basis.

At Hospice Simcoe, all staff and volunteers are committed to providing such care. The individuals and families we serve are at the centre of care. They are there to assist, educate, support and guide you and your family through your journey.

04/27/2024

Today we celebrate World Veterinary Day! Veterinarians competencies must be regarded as an essential and integral part of health at large. The application of veterinary science contributes not only to animal health and well-being but also to humans physical, mental and social well-being.

This dimension of the veterinarians’ work often remains invisible to the society but protecting and improving the health of people and their communities is an essential part of the vet profession.

All graduated veterinarians have comprehensive medical training, and regardless of their professional area of practice, are responsible, for promoting public health and food safety and security. How to we celebrate at AVH? Cake of course! If you stop in today be sure to grab your slice! Three cheers to Veterinarians not only here, but around the world!

04/24/2024

Happy National Veterinary Receptionist Week! Although we prefer to call our team Our Client Services superstars! These ladies are truly our front lines! They assist our patients to the exam rooms for our Veterinarians, our Greeters keep our rooms organized, our phone team answers your text messages, phone calls and emails all day long, while our discharge team finishes the flow! There are a lot of moving parts and this team and without them we wouldn’t be as efficient! Thank you for your dedication. 🤍 🤍👍🏻

03/28/2024

Wishing everyone a hoppy Easter this weekend! WE have some exciting news from our veterinary family! Dr. Ashley (Harrison) Hooper, one of our veterinarians, and her husband Mitchell, are overjoyed to announce the arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Peyton, born on February 13th. While Dr. Ashley is currently on maternity leave, basking in the bliss of motherhood, we couldn't resist sharing an adorable snapshot of Peyton cuddled up with their beloved furry companions, Murphy and Lacy. Join us in sending warm wishes and congratulations to the Hooper family as they embark on this incredible journey together!

03/27/2024

Our patients are truly grateful for the generosity of these Trillium Woods students! Grade 8’s and their reading buddies walked to our hospital to donate bags of gently used towels and blankets! It is truly humbling to receive such kindness. Again thank you for your contribution, you are all amazing! We hope you enjoyed a little behind the scenes tour with us today !

03/26/2024

Just a reminder that we will be closed for Good Friday AND Saturday March 30th. We will resume normal hours on Monday April 1st. Please ensure that medications and food orders are picked up prior to Friday. Also a reminder to ensure pets are clear of any Easter hazards, including ham bones as well as keep those kitties away from Lillies- ALL parts of the plant is dangerous. In the event you have a true emergency please contact the Huronia Emergency Clinic located on Dunlop St.

03/07/2024

This was a nice “pick me up” on this Thursday afternoon! The staff appreciate getting spoiled with these sweet treats! 🍪🍪🍬🍬

03/05/2024

This one made our day. It was so special we just wanted to share with you!

This is one of Dr. Lechten's patients- "Teagan" who recently celebrated her 16th birthday! Her owners passed along her thanks to us for helping her get there.

"I'm going to do what any 16 year old girl does- get my license!"- *Teagan

02/15/2024

We are now offering video consultations with a veterinarian, Dr. Elena Garde, to address medical concerns for your pet during our office hours. Examples of the types of concerns telemedicine appointments are effective for include skin issues (itchy, scratchy, or smelly), ear infections, parasite problems, vomiting or f***l concerns, mobility and joint problems (i.e., any observations of the pet limping or in pain), as well as any changes in appetite (i.e., eating less or more).

For cats, telemedicine can also treat unusual litter box habits, increases or decreases in urination volume, as well as symptoms of a viral infection (any sneezing or runny eyes). Telemedicine can also be used for follow-up care or monitoring a pet with a chronic medical condition. There are times when follow up testing (blood, urine, etc.) is recommended and will require a visit to the hospital.

Dr. Elena Garde is a colleague and friend of Dr. Lechten and is the Program Director for The Global Alliance for Animals and People. Dr. Elena grew up in rural Ontario. She spent her childhood on a farm where she developed her deep passion for animals of every kind. She got her degree in Veterinary Medicine in 2005, from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon and went on to complete a Masters in International Animal Health from the University of Edinburgh, Centre for Tropical Animal Diseases. In 2009, she moved to Latin America where she continued to work with dogs and cats and the many welfare problems facing communities where animals are poorly managed. Dr. Elena currently lives in southern Chile where she works at a not-for-profit small animal clinic and also practices telemedicine for Canadian clients.
Dr. Garde is available on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

The link can be found at :

Online Consultations are Now Available!

02/13/2024

We celebrated Carly's 39th anniversary with AVH, recognizing her dedication since the practice's inception as a large animal clinic and growth into an exclusive small animal practice. We commend Carly for her many years of service, multiple roles, and impact on both clients and patients.🐾💕

02/09/2024

We love this. Pretty sure many of our clients can relate, but we ❤️ ‘em anyways! 🐾