Halifax Veterinary Hospital

Halifax Veterinary Hospital Your Other Family Doctor. The Halifax Veterinary Hospital is an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

In 1939, the Halifax Veterinary Hospital opened its doors and became the first established Animal Hospital Practice in the Halifax area. Dr. Ross Ainslie acquired the hospital in 1953, and has since been committed to offering excellence in animal health care, promoting responsible pet ownership and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. The Halifax Veterinary Hospital is one of

three (see also the Fairview Animal Hospital and the Spryfield Animal Hospital) that are owned by the Halifax Veterinary Hospital Inc. Conveniently located within the city of Halifax, our health care team offers collectively over 95 years of experience with extensive and ongoing training in all aspects of Veterinary medicine. Since 1996, we have regularly undergone evaluations by AAHA to ensure that we comply with the association’s high quality standards of care. These standards cover nearly every aspect of our hospital, including surgery, pharmacy, laboratory, exam facilities, patient care, cleanliness, client service, emergency services, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. The AAHA accreditation process is rigorous and exact and only about 7 percent of Animal Hospitals in North America receive this highly valued accreditation. The professional and courteous health care team at the Halifax Veterinary Hospital provide the best possible medical, surgical and dental care for our highly-regarded patients. While we are experts in our field dedicated to giving our best every day, we are also pet owners who understand your desire to give your pets the best care. We treat all of our patients as if they were our own pets. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about how our veterinary practice can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet. We look forward to being Your Other Family Doctor.

Happy Valentines to every single one of our clients!!! We hope you have a purr-fect day full of cuddles and belly scratc...
02/14/2025

Happy Valentines to every single one of our clients!!! We hope you have a purr-fect day full of cuddles and belly scratches!!!! ft. Bobby and Winnie wearing some handmade bandannas made by Dr. Croft!

02/14/2025

Brrrrrrrr!!! We will delay our opening today until 10am. We will be calling those who have appointments at 9am and 930am to reschedule. Thank you and drive so safe!!! 💝🐹💝

We will be closed all day on February 17th for Family Day. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in case of any e...
02/13/2025

We will be closed all day on February 17th for Family Day. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in case of any emergency.

Due to weather condition we will be closing at 3:00PM on February 13th. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in ...
02/13/2025

Due to weather condition we will be closing at 3:00PM on February 13th. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in case of emergency.

We will be closed from 12:00PM to 2:00PM for a staff meeting. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in case of an...
02/13/2025

We will be closed from 12:00PM to 2:00PM for a staff meeting. Please contact your nearest emergency clinic in case of an emergency.

Mondays got us like: “can we get more treats now?”
02/10/2025

Mondays got us like: “can we get more treats now?”

Happy National Golden Retriever Day from us! Here a just a few of our golden clients, Stella, Tucker, and Winston! ...
02/03/2025

Happy National Golden Retriever Day from us! Here a just a few of our golden clients, Stella, Tucker, and Winston!

Due to weather conditions, we will be closing at 11:30AM on Feb 1st, 2025. For emergencies, please contact your closest ...
02/01/2025

Due to weather conditions, we will be closing at 11:30AM on Feb 1st, 2025. For emergencies, please contact your closest emergency clinic.

Kitten Alert for her first round of vaccines.
02/01/2025

Kitten Alert for her first round of vaccines.

Stella Alert!!! Look at those mesmerizing eyes!!!
01/28/2025

Stella Alert!!! Look at those mesmerizing eyes!!!

Happy Birthday Penny!!!!! She is 1 year old today!!! Have a wonderful day from everyone at HVH!!
01/24/2025

Happy Birthday Penny!!!!! She is 1 year old today!!! Have a wonderful day from everyone at HVH!!

Did you know brushing your pets teeth is essential for their wellbeing being? Ideally you should be brushing their teeth...
01/17/2025

Did you know brushing your pets teeth is essential for their wellbeing being? Ideally you should be brushing their teeth every day, however we all know how hard that could be. That’s why your local veterinarian can recommend you alternatives.

Please join us in helping support the Veterinary Clinic in Patron Pet Center in Ukraine. The center is located in Kyiv a...
01/13/2025

Please join us in helping support the Veterinary Clinic in Patron Pet Center in Ukraine. The center is located in Kyiv and provides enormous amounts of care and shelter as well, it has an adoption program and has rehomed more than 2200 animals in Ukraine and abroad!

We also understand times are tough, and a monetary donation is only one way to support this cause, you can also share this fundraiser with your own communities and spread the word!!

Thank you so much!

We are raising funds to construct a veterinary hospital to treat animals rescued from the war zone in Ukraine.

12/21/2024

Good morning!

We will remain closed today December 21st 2024 due to weather/staffing. We will reopen Monday December 23rd with regular hours 8-5, and Tuesday December 24th 8-3.

Sorry for any inconvenience, stay safe and warm today! 💝

Thank you Minou for the very festive flower arrangement. It brightens our day!
12/06/2024

Thank you Minou for the very festive flower arrangement. It brightens our day!

Bunny would like to make a public service announcement. She urges pet parents to continue with their tick prevention for...
12/04/2024

Bunny would like to make a public service announcement. She urges pet parents to continue with their tick prevention for their fur babies. Her flea/ tick medication had lapsed and her mum found a large engorged tick on her ear today! Her doctors also want to add that they have been treating a few cases of Lyme nephritis. These ticks mean business!

In order to be respectful of the medical needs of other patients, please call our hospital promptly if you are unable to...
11/28/2024

In order to be respectful of the medical needs of other patients, please call our hospital promptly if you are unable to make your appointment, This time will be reallocated to an animal who is in need of treatment.

Appointments are in high demand, and your early cancellation will allow another patient to receive urgent care. To cancel your appointment, please call 904-422-8595 ☎️

Address

6485 Quinpool Road
Halifax, NS
B3L1B2

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+19024228595

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In the spirit of Valentine’s! Get ready with Gigi, one of our staff pets! #yorkie #yorshireterrier #valentine #daybeforevalentinesday #halifaxvet #novascotia #dog #vetlife #cute #bandana #ootd #grwm

Moe wants to let you know that you too can dachshund through the snow!! ❄️❄️ #halifaxvet #dog #vetlife #dachshund #dachshundrescue #halifax #snow #doginsnow

If your cat goes out in the backyard or likes to sleep on your deck, they can still pick up parasites like fleas and ticks! Topical preventative is recommended for every cat that goes outside, even if they don't go far! #CatHealth #TortiesOfInstagram #ParasitePrevention

This parasitic mite is responsible for a condition called “mange” in dogs. There are 2 species of Demodex mites that are commonly found living in small numbers in the hair follicles of all dogs. As long as the dog has a healthy immune system, these mites do no harm. When the immune system is weakened, the population of these mites can grow. This can cause hair loss along the eyes and other parts of the skin, itchiness, and skin infections. Although it is most common in dogs under 2 years of age, older dogs with a weakened immune system can develop it as well. Certain breeds are at a higher risk of having demodectic mange than others. Demodectic mange is often diagnosed by looking at skin scrapings and hair follicles under a microscope. Treatment varies and may include topical medications to control mites, shampoos, and oral medications. When your veterinary technician looks at a skin scraping under the microscope, this is what they may see! #parasites #doghealth

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