Charlottetown Veterinary Clinic

Charlottetown Veterinary Clinic Charlottetown Veterinary Clinic We are proud to have 10 full-time veterinarians that serve both large and small animals as well as exotic pets.

The Charlottetown Veterinary Clinic is pleased to have serviced Prince Edward Island’s veterinary needs for more than fifty years, having been established in 1952 by Dr. Hammond Kelly. Over the years the building itself has undergone various renovations in order to accommodate the ever-changing veterinary industry. All of our vets attend continuing education during the year to keep abreast of new developments and procedures within the veterinary field.

This week marks the beginning of Veterinary Receptionist Week, a celebration of the invaluable contributions of these de...
04/21/2025

This week marks the beginning of Veterinary Receptionist Week, a celebration of the invaluable contributions of these dedicated professionals who are the backbone of every vet clinic. They are the first point of contact, the warm and welcoming faces you meet at the door, and the compassionate voices you speak with on the phone. They are the masters of organization, ensuring seamless appointment bookings and providing emotional support during life's toughest moments, including the poignant rainbow bridge time.

Here at CVC, we are deeply grateful to work alongside exceptional receptionists who embody the essence of kindness, empathy, and dedication. Their selflessness and expertise make them an indispensable part of our clinic. As you visit your vet clinic this week, take a moment to express heartfelt appreciation to these unsung heroes. Let us not only acknowledge their hard work today but also celebrate their unwavering commitment every day. We are honored to work with our incredible small animal receptionists Julie, Sarah, Alex, Lisa, Tracey, Majda, Jordan, and our remarkable cross-trained Outback team, Carianne, Vicky, Emily R, Jenna, Amy, San, and Mandy. We also extend our deepest gratitude to our outstanding large animal receptionists Kelsey and Shayna.💕

From the CVC family, we want to wish everybunny a Hoppy Easter, and I hope you have the best holiday with whatever you c...
04/20/2025

From the CVC family, we want to wish everybunny a Hoppy Easter, and I hope you have the best holiday with whatever you choose to do today!

Keep in mind that both Easter lilies and chocolate are toxic to our furry friends, which are usually part of Easter family traditions. Easter dinner is also a tradition most of us have today or tomorrow, giving our furry friends fatty meat trimmings, gravy, and other rich foods can activate the pancreatic enzyme, causing pancreatitis. That isn't fun for anyone involved, so give your furry friends their kibble instead!

If an emergency does arise, please call us at
902-892-4287and the triage department will assist accordingly.

Reminder that we will be closed on Good Friday. We will resume our regular hours on Saturday from 8am-1pm and Monday fro...
04/16/2025

Reminder that we will be closed on Good Friday. We will resume our regular hours on Saturday from 8am-1pm and Monday from 8am-5:30pm. In the event of an emergency during our closure, please call 902-892-4287
and our triage department will respond accordingly.

Cooper's brother Dudley took a courageous step today and came in for his neuter, and of course JemPaws generously droppe...
04/11/2025

Cooper's brother Dudley took a courageous step today and came in for his neuter, and of course JemPaws generously dropped off his Highland Cow teddy to comfort him during recovery💕

Every time a precious pup bred by JemPaws Shih-Tzu arrives for their spay or neuter, the breeder thoughtfully provides a...
04/04/2025

Every time a precious pup bred by JemPaws Shih-Tzu arrives for their spay or neuter, the breeder thoughtfully provides a heartwarming gift - a cuddly teddy bear to celebrate their special day. Cooper received the most adorable moo moo cow to accompany him home 🐄🖤

At CVC, nail trims are only scheduled when medically needed or sedation is required, so we're excited to share that Spot...
03/08/2025

At CVC, nail trims are only scheduled when medically needed or sedation is required, so we're excited to share that Spot On Dogs is now offering a weekly nail trim clinic every Sunday, providing a valuable resource for pet owners looking for convenient and expert nail care services.

Happy International Women's day to all the incredible women who uplift us daily. Here at CVC we are truly fortunate to b...
03/08/2025

Happy International Women's day to all the incredible women who uplift us daily. Here at CVC we are truly fortunate to be surrounded by 30 gifted and exceptional women.

Remember you're all radiant, courageous, brilliant, captivating, lovable and so much more. You're all enough and always will be, never forget that 💕

Thank you CVC family for joining us on some educational posts about dental awareness month. I hope they were beneficial ...
02/28/2025

Thank you CVC family for joining us on some educational posts about dental awareness month. I hope they were beneficial for you and your animals.

As the month is ending here are some important take aways we should always keep in mind. If you have any questions that pertain to dental issues please bring them to the attention of your veterinarian during your next exam or contact us to book if you feel a dental issue has arised.

Did you know we're a Large Animal clinic? That means we get to include horses in our dental awareness talks.Horses have ...
02/26/2025

Did you know we're a Large Animal clinic? That means we get to include horses in our dental awareness talks.

Horses have "hyposodont" teeth which extend unusually far above the gumline, providing lots of extra material for wear. It is extremely important that horses are grinding coarse food all day. With grinding on feed it can create sharp points on the teeth which can cause wounds on cheek or tongue. The top and bottom jaws don’t line up perfectly (top jaw is wider than bottom) so that contributes to the sharp points as well. This can effect how the horse moves their jaw which makes chewing less effective. If this happens your veterinarian will need to do what is called Floating - which is the removal of those sharp points from the cheek side of the horse's upper teeth and from the tongue side of the lower jaw.

Signs your horse needs a dental exam:
🐴 Dropping feed.
🐴Suddenly not eating hay or grass.
🐴Quidding (Dropping clumps of hay)
🐴Eating with head tilt to side.
🐴Salivating more than normal.
🐴Losing weight.
🐴Mouth Odor.
🐴Resistant to bit under saddle.

It's recommended to have dental checks done annually. Some may need every 6 months if they have any underlying dental issues. It all depends on your horse but please reach out to your Large Animal Veterinarian with any questions or if any of these signs do arise.

Exotic teeth care is just as important as our cats and dogs and should be talked about. Unlike our cats and dogs teeth, ...
02/22/2025

Exotic teeth care is just as important as our cats and dogs and should be talked about. Unlike our cats and dogs teeth, their teeth never stop growing!

Unfortunately both rodents and rabbits can be prone to malocclusions which are improper alignment of the teeth. Normally, their teeth are ground down through contact with other teeth. But, if their jaw is misaligned, the teeth will overgrow and the animal will have difficulty eating. (Shown in the left photos).

Rabbits and Guinea pigs do have teeth as well that need constant chewing to prevent their teeth from overgrowing. (Shown in the right photo are their cheek teeth that can have excessive hooks on them) Getting their teeth assessed annually to see if their teeth need to be done and it can also prevent potentially life threatening abscesses, sinus infections, and eye infections. Rabbits and guinea pigs should ALWAYS have hay available to them which will help with grinding down their teeth and should also be 80% of their diet.

Signs to watch out for:
🐀Rubbing at their mouth with their feet.
🐇Inability to chew hard food.
🐀Weight loss.
🐇Sores developing in or near the mouth.

If you do notice these signs in your little friends PLEASE contact us and see one of our lovely vets who see exotics. 🐰🐭🐹

Today is National Love your Pet day! At CVC, we're deeply inspired by the profound impact of the human-animal bond on ou...
02/20/2025

Today is National Love your Pet day!

At CVC, we're deeply inspired by the profound impact of the human-animal bond on our lives and we'd love to hear your heartwarming stories of how your pets enrich your life and see your favorite photos of them.❤️

Given the persistently poor visibility in certain areas and the ongoing need for road clearing, we have made the decisio...
02/18/2025

Given the persistently poor visibility in certain areas and the ongoing need for road clearing, we have made the decision to prioritize the safety of our staff and clients by not venturing out. As a result, we will be closed for the day.

All scheduled surgeries and appointments will be cancelled and rescheduled as soon as we are able to do so.

In the event of an emergency, please contact us at 902-892-4287 and our triage department will provide necessary assistance.

We will be delaying our opening until 10am, with a further update at 9am. Any surgeries scheduled for this morning and a...
02/18/2025

We will be delaying our opening until 10am, with a further update at 9am.

Any surgeries scheduled for this morning and appointments at those times will be rebooked once we are able to access the clinic. Please exercise caution and allow the roads to be cleared by the plow drivers❄️

Dental preventives are a valuable addition to your pet's oral health. On the right is a 7-year-old canine who has been o...
02/17/2025

Dental preventives are a valuable addition to your pet's oral health. On the right is a 7-year-old canine who has been on Royal Canin Dental food with no dental treats or teeth brushing. He does enjoy eating raw broccoli and carrots though that can be beneficial as well. Prior to his dental procedure, as shown in the first photo, he had not received a dental cleaning in over 2 years. As evident in the after photo, there was minimal removal of tartar, demonstrating the efficacy of the dental food in performing its intended function.

Preventives are most effective when utilized consistently.

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5 Kirkwood Drive
Charlottetown, PE
C1A2T4

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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