St. Lawrence Valley Animal Hospital

04/23/2025

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week!

This week, we're shining a spotlight on the smiling faces at the front desk — our incredible veterinary reception team!
They’re the first friendly voice you hear on the phone, the warm welcome when you walk in, and the calm in the chaos. From scheduling appointments to comforting pet parents, they truly are the heart of our clinic.

Please join us in thanking these amazing professionals for everything they do to keep our practice running smoothly and our clients (both two- and four-legged!) cared for.

Drop a "thank you" in the comments or share your favorite memory with our reception team!

04/16/2025

Spring is Here – So Are Fleas, Ticks, and Mosquitoes!

As the weather warms up, it’s officially flea, tick, and heartworm season. Protect your pets by staying ahead with prevention!

Protection starts with making sure their 4DX test is up to date!
What is the 4DX Test?�It’s a quick blood test that screens for:
* Heartworm disease
* Lyme disease
* Ehrlichiosis
* Anaplasmosis

Not sure if your pet is due? Give us a call and we’ll check their records.

Call ahead to order your preventatives—we’ll have them ready for easy pickup!

Let’s keep your furry family safe and healthy all season long.

12/11/2024

As a reminder we are closed today from 12:00-2:00 for a staff Christmas lunch.

Thank you all for understanding 🐶

To celebrate the season with our amazing team, we’ll be closed for two hours for a staff Christmas potluck lunch:

🕒 Closure Time: 12:00-2:00pm
📅 Date: December 11th 2024

During this brief time, we won’t be available for appointments, calls, or medication pickups. Regular services will resume promptly after.

Thank you for understanding as we take a moment to enjoy the holiday spirit together. Wishing you and your pets a joyful season! 🐾🎁

12/02/2024

To celebrate the season with our amazing team, we’ll be closed for two hours for a staff Christmas potluck lunch:

🕒 Closure Time: 12:00-2:00pm
📅 Date: December 11th 2024

During this brief time, we won’t be available for appointments, calls, or medication pickups. Regular services will resume promptly after.

Thank you for understanding as we take a moment to enjoy the holiday spirit together. Wishing you and your pets a joyful season! 🐾🎁

11/28/2024

To our friends celebrating across the border, we wish you a joyful and safe Thanksgiving! 🦃

While it’s not a Canadian holiday, we know some of you might join in the festivities or host gatherings.

A friendly reminder: Many traditional Thanksgiving foods can be dangerous for pets! Keep an eye out for these hazardous items:

Cooked turkey bones 🦴
Stuffing or dishes with onions, garlic, or chives 🌰
Desserts with chocolate or xylitol 🍫
Alcoholic beverages 🍷

If your pet gets into something they shouldn’t, please contact us at 613-932-4094 or your nearest emergency vet.

Keep those tails wagging and enjoy the season!

11/27/2024

📣 Holiday Hours Announcement 🐾

As the holiday season approaches, we want to ensure you have the information you need to care for your furry family members. Here are our updated holiday hours.

Please ensure you contact us with enough time for medication refills and ensure you have food stocked.

For emergencies during closed hours, please contact the various emergency clinics in Ottawa or Montreal.

We wish you and your pets a safe and joyful holiday season! Thank you for trusting us with your pet's care. 🐶🐱

11/08/2024

🎉 Today’s the day! Join us for our 10th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉

We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with our amazing clients and community. Come by today 2:00-6:00 for food, fun, and festivities as we look back on a decade of service with you by our side.

Plus, we’re proud to support our local SPCA! We’ll be accepting donations on their behalf during the event, so if you’d like to contribute to a great cause, bring along pet supplies or a donation to help animals in need. They are always in need of non-clumping cat litter, various sized martingale collars, dog & cat toys and food puzzles/lick mats. 🐾❤️

🐱 See you there! Let’s make it a day to remember!

11/07/2024

🐾 November is Diabetes Awareness Month! 🐾

Did you know our furry friends can be affected by diabetes too? Early detection can make a big difference in managing this condition. Here are some common signs of diabetes in dogs and cats:

🔹 Increased thirst and urination
🔹 Sudden weight loss or gain
🔹 Increased appetite
🔹 Lethargy or decreased activity
🔹 Cloudy eyes (more common in dogs)
🔹 Thinning or poor coat quality

If you notice any of these symptoms, contact us to schedule an exam! Regular check-ups and a healthy lifestyle can help keep your pet happy and comfortable. Let’s keep our pets healthy together! 🐶🐱💙

10/31/2024

As RVT Month comes to a close, we want to highlight one of the many reasons RVTs are so exceptional—their commitment to ongoing learning! 📚✨

To maintain their Registered Veterinary Technician status, RVTs in Ontario complete Continuing Education (CE) every year. This dedication to growth and staying up-to-date with the latest in veterinary care means that your pets receive the best, most knowledgeable care possible. 🐾💙

Yesterday we welcomed Midmark to the clinic to train staff on our new dental x-ray sensor, dental x-ray positioning tips as well as a dental nerve block lab!

A big thank you to our incredible RVTs for their hard work, passion, and dedication to lifelong learning. You truly make a difference! 🐶🐱🐰

10/30/2024

UPDATE - phones are up and running 🐶🐱

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines and are unable to take calls at the moment. Cogeco is working hard to get them back up as soon as possible.

In the meantime, if you need to reach us, please contact us through Facebook Messenger and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🐾

10/24/2024

Together, RVTs and DVMs form a dynamic duo, ensuring your pets receive the best possible care. 🐶🐱

Our RVTs also assist the doctors in appointments - we call this team medicine.

🩺 Gathering histories of our patients.
💊 Dispensing medications and getting vaccinations ready for the doctor.
💡 Educating pet parents and ensuring all notes are up to date and accurate.
💉 Gathering diagnostic samples and running when required.

Here we see RVT Kelsey getting kisses from Rusty during Dr. Rumke’s appointment with him 🥰

RVTs are more than just techs—they’re medical professionals, collaborators, and advocates for your pet’s well-being. 🐾 Let’s give them the recognition they deserve this month and every month!

10/23/2024

Make sure to comment on the Cat Clinic of Cornwall’s post!

🎃🐾 Cat Clinic Costume Contest! 🐾🎃

To go along with our 10 year anniversary party we are doing a costume contest!

It’s that spooky time of year, and we want to see your pets dressed in their best costumes! 👻 Whether they’re a superhero, a pumpkin, or something totally unique, share a picture of your furry friend in the comments below for a chance to win! 🏆

📸 How to Enter:

🐱 Post a picture of your pet in their Halloween costume in the comments below.

🎁 The photo with the most likes by November 8th 2024 will WIN a fabulous prize!

We can’t wait to see your creativity and your pets’ adorable (and spooky) outfits. 🐶🐱

Ready, set, dress up your pets and start sharing those photos!

👑 Winner will be announced at the anniversary party on November 8th!

Good luck, and may the best costume win! 🍂🎃🐾

10/23/2024

It is still RVT month and our technician have been hard at work. Did you know they also have technician only appointments available?

Our RVT take appointments for:
✂️ Nail trims – Keeping paws comfortable and claws in check!
🐾 A**l gland expressions – Ensuring your pets stay comfortable and fresh.
💉 Boosters – Administering vaccines to protect your pets from diseases.
👂 Ear treatments – Helping your pets hear and feel their best.
🐱🐶 And many more!

Here we see RVT Brenna giving this lovely canine patient his ear medication 🐶

Our RVTs are passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated to your pet's health. Join us in celebrating their hard work this month! ❤️

10/11/2024

One of the many jobs of our Registered Veterinary Technicians is scrubbing into surgery to assist our veterinarians.

🔪 When RVTs scrub in, they are responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, handing instruments to the vet, holding parts of the patient when needed, and ensuring everything runs smoothly during surgery.

🩺 Whether it’s managing surgical tools or monitoring your pet’s vital signs, RVTs provide expert support to keep everything on track.

Here we see RVT Kelsey helping Dr. Tropea trim a wire 🐾❤️

10/10/2024

🎉 We’re Celebrating 10 Years of Cat Care! 🎉

It’s hard to believe, but the Cat Clinic of Cornwall has been caring for your furry friends for a whole decade! To celebrate this special milestone, we’re throwing a 10th Anniversary Party and you’re invited! 🐾

📅 Date: November 8th 2024
⏰ Time: 2:00-6:00pm
📍 Location: CCOC (3040 Pitt Street)

Join us for an afternoon of fun, festivities, and feline love, including:

🍰 Cake & Coffee – Enjoy a slice of cake and a hot drink on us!
🎨 Face Painting – Get your face painted
😻 Cat Costume Contest – Dress up your kitty (or yourself!) the winner will receive a fabulous prize!
💅 Nail Trims for Charity – We’ll be offering nail trims for your cat in exchange for a donation to the local OSPCA, helping animals in need.

Come celebrate 10 years of amazing cat care with us! Bring your family, friends, and, of course, your feline companions for an afternoon filled with fun and love for all things cat. 🐱❤️

Thank you for supporting us over the past decade—here’s to many more years of purrfection! 😸

10/10/2024

From monitoring vital signs to administering pain medications and providing tender post-op care, RVTs ensure that your furry friend is comfortable, safe, and healing well.

🐾 What Does Post-Op Care Look Like?

Monitoring recovery from anesthesia
Managing pain with prescribed medications
Cleaning and dressing wounds
Ensuring your pet is eating, drinking, and getting rest
Providing you with detailed home care instructions

Their compassion and expertise make all the difference in your pet’s healing process. The next time you visit the vet, don’t forget to thank your RVT for the amazing work they do! 🐶🐱❤️

10/08/2024

Did you know, RVTs also manage our clinic’s inventory and supplies – a behind-the-scenes job that’s essential to providing excellent care to your pets! 🐾

📦 Our RVTs work hard to keep track of medications, supplies, and equipment. They make sure everything is fully stocked, up-to-date, and ready to go, so that when your pet needs care, we have exactly what we need on hand.

📝 From placing orders with suppliers to comparing prices, RVTs ensure that our clinic is always well-equipped. They keep tabs on usage, track shipments, and make sure we never run out of the essential items that keep your pets healthy.

Here we have RVT Vero working hard on todays order 🥰

10/08/2024

Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) make sure every pet receives the best care—even the feisty felines! 🐱

One important task RVTs handle with skill and precision is shaving cats under sedation. Cats often need to be sedated for grooming or medical procedures to keep them calm and safe.

💉 RVTs monitor your cat’s sedation levels carefully to ensure it’s just the right amount—keeping your pet relaxed and pain-free while staying safe during the procedure.

✂️ Whether it's for surgery prep or mat removal, RVTs gently and efficiently shave your cat, ensuring they’re comfortable and stress-free throughout the process.

🩺 After sedation, RVTs closely observe your cat’s recovery, checking vital signs and making sure they wake up smoothly.

Our RVTs bring a combination of compassion, precision, and expertise to every feline they care for, making sure both cats and their owners are in good hands. 🐱

Pictured below is RVT Kayla and RVT Lise shaving this beautiful Maine c**n!