Blue Cross Animal Hospital

06/20/2024

Too Hot To Trot around town!
With the high temperatures this week we wanted to share some tips on how to avoid burnt paws!
- Change the time of your walks ie early morning or later evening. Avoid mid afternoon
- Try to walk your dog on the grass vs concrete or asphalt
- Invest in a good pair of booties
- When in doubt test it out! Use the back of your hand to the test the concrete or asphalt by holding the back of your hand to the ground for 7 seconds. If it’s too hot for you it’s too hot for them!

05/30/2024

Mental Health Awareness Month allows us all to highlight a subject that should be part of the conversation year-round. It is an opportunity to remind ourselves that good mental health is as important to our well-being as taking care of our physical selves. Recognizing this, Blue Cross has put up this colouring poster as a gentle prompt for our team to take time to decompress and shift focus, if only for a moment. It is a small gesture to serve as a reminder that we are here to support each other. Swipe to see what our team has accomplished so far 💜

05/17/2024

Blue Cross will be closed this Monday May 20th for Victoria Day, we will be open this Saturday the 18th. We look forward to seeing you during our regular hours of weekdays 8am - 6pm and Saturdays 8am - noon,resuming Tuesday May 21st. Please call HREVC at (905)
529-1004 in case of emergency. We hope everyone has a wonderful long-weekend full of fun and sunshine.

04/29/2024

Two weeks ago we introduced you to Bolt, a cross-country athlete who was slowed down by a muscle injury that was threatening to end his racing days and limit his regular movement. After consulting with our CCRT certified vet, Dr. Ciggaar, Bolt began physio and laser therapy treatments in July with skilled-technician, Natalie. Laser therapy uses light wavelengths as a non-invasive, pain-free tool to aid in the healing of injuries and in relieving chronic pain with no side-effects. With the inclusion of physio and laser therapies in Bolt’s rehabilitation, he was back to his self by November and able to travel to Spain where he successfully competed in the IFSS World Championships! We were so pleased to see the joy in Bolt’s face as he does what he loves. If your pet is experiencing pain from an acute injury or a chronic condition, ask us if they may benefit from including laser therapy in their management plan.

04/25/2024

This week is Vet Receptionist Appreciation Week. And Blue Cross has a LOT to be appreciative of. Nateesha, Jen, Natalie, Kelly, and Jackie are the friendly faces that greet you and your pets as you arrive or give us a call. They organize appointment times, keep records straight, lend an ear or a shoulder when needed, keep the team on task, source out answers to all sorts of inquiries, put our patients and their people at ease. The list goes on and on… We could not do what we do without them and so we take this opportunity to say a great big thank you to our amazing reception team!

04/18/2024

Meet our friend Bolt. He is a 5-year-old Siberian Husky and Canicross athlete. Bolt is a happy, energetic boy who has competed in numerous cross-country events with his owners and fur-siblings. Last June, Bolt suffered from Iliopsoas myositis, a hip muscle injury commonly seen in athletes. It prohibited Bolt’s regular movement and high-level of activity. Bolt’s owners worked closely with Blue Cross’ Dr. Ciggaar to develop a plan that would get Bolt back to doing all his favourite activities. Stay tuned to hear what was next in store for Bolt and to learn more about what Blue Cross can offer for chronic pain management and injury rehabilitation...

04/03/2024

Blue Cross is currently accepting new patients. We offer a wide array of services, delivered by our highly competent team using up-to-date knowledge and equipment. Our focus is client education so that we may help in making the best choices for you and your pets. Check out www.bluecrossah.ca for more details or contact us at (905) 522-6879 with any questions or to book an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you!

03/26/2024

Blue Cross will be closed this Friday the 29th and Saturday the 30th for the Easter weekend. We look forward to seeing you during our regular hours of weekdays 8am - 6pm and Saturdays 8am - noon, resuming Monday April 1st. Please call HREVC at (905) 529-1004 in case of emergency. We hope everyone has a wonderful long-weekend full of fun and sunshine.

03/20/2024

Our phone line is temporarily down. If you can not get through, please text 365-657-5768. We apologize for the inconvenience!

03/15/2024

Blue Cross is excited to welcome Dr. Olivia Mazzorato to our team! She is passionate about preventative medicine and geriatric patient care. If you have not already had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Olivia, you will find her kind demeanour and dedication to quality animal care cannot be missed. We look forward to working alongside Dr. Olivia as she shares all her amazing attributes and skills with the Blue Cross community.

03/06/2024

While this weather may have us wondering if winter is on its way in or out, we can be sure these inconsistent temperatures increase the possibility of tick activity. Recent research has suggested that ticks infected with lyme-causing pathogens are, in fact, more resilient to our colder Canadian climate. Meaning every season is now tick season. Now is the time to talk to your veterinarian about how the right tick prevention product can help protect you and your pets from tick- borne disease.

02/27/2024

As dental awareness month winds to an end, we wanted to remind everyone that caring for your pet’s dental health is always something to be considered. Dental care is an integral part of their well-being and vitality. Even if your pet is not showing signs of oral health problems, such as bad breath or difficulties chewing, having their teeth checked regularly can prevent future complications and unnecessary discomfort. Ask your veterinarian what steps can be taken to maintain or improve your pet’s oral health.

02/15/2024

Family Day Closure Notice! We will be closed Monday February 19th for Family Day. We will be open for medication and food purchases on Saturday February 17th from 8am-12pm, and will return to normal hours on Tuesday February the 20th. In case of emergency, please call the HREVC at 905-529-1004. We hope everyone has a wonderful family day❤️

12/20/2023

With the holidays right around the corner we just wanted to remind everyone of our holiday hours.
Our hours are as listed below:
Closed Saturday 23rd-Tuesday 26th
Open 8am to 6pm Wednesday 27th-Friday 29th
Closed Saturday 30th-Monday January 1st.
We will resume regular hours January 2nd. Please call HREVC at (905) 529-1004 in a case of emergency. We hope that everyone has a wonderful holiday season!!!🎄🎁💙.

12/11/2023

As the holidays fast approach we wanted to ensure everyone had ample opportunity to get in or pick up anything they may need over the holidays. Please be advised of our Holiday schedule:
Closed Saturday 23rd-Tuesday 26th
Open 8am to 6pm Wednesday 27th-Friday 29th
Closed Saturday 30th-Monday January 1st.
We will resume regular hours January 2nd. Please call HREVC at (905) 529-1004 in a case of emergency. We hope that everyone has a wonderful holiday season!!!🎄🎁💙

11/30/2023

Sign up for our online store and have your pet essentials delivered right to your door! Shop 24/7 from the comfort of your home by registering with MyVetStore.ca. Home delivery is free with a minimum online purchase of $100 or pick-up your order from Blue Cross for no additional cost. Better yet, you save 5% off in-clinic food prices and have exclusive access to manufacturer rebates. Choose Auto Order to receive an additional 5% in savings. Contact Blue Cross to help you get started or visit www.myvetstore.ca/bluecrosshamilton if you have not already registered.

10/20/2023

So much of what veterinary technicians do is behind the scenes. You may not realize just how many roles they play. As we near the end of Vet Tech Appreciation Week, Blue Coss wanted to shed some light on just some of what teching involves. Vet techs are anesthesiologists, x-ray technologists, dental hygenists, pharmacists, educators, physical therapists, nurses, surgical assistants, researchers, and counselors. We thank our techs for all this and so much more.

10/17/2023

Blue Cross is so fortunate to have some of the best vet techs there are. Kelky, Nat, and Amanda work tirelessly to improve the lives of our patients, their owners, and the Blue Cross team. Their dedication, compassion and knowledge are unparalleled. We could not be more thankful to work alongside these amazing caregivers.

10/04/2023

As Thanksgiving fast approaches us, we just wanted to remind everyone that we will be closed Saturday October 7th along with Monday October 9th. Our hours will return to normal Tuesday October 10th. We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving.

08/04/2023

Happy Friday!!! Just a friendly reminder we will be closed Monday for the civic holiday, we hope everyone enjoys a beautiful long weekend! We’re open Saturday for regular hours. #

06/27/2023

Kane would like to wish everyone a Happy an safe Canada Day this coming weekend!! 🇨🇦🇨🇦 we would also like to remind everyone that’s we will be closed Friday June 30th and Saturday July 1st. We are open regular hours on Monday July 3rd!

06/13/2023

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone network. We are unable to receive incoming calls at this time. We hope to have this resolved shortly. You can contact us at [email protected] or by texting 365-657-5769 in the meantime. Thank you.

05/19/2023

Happy Friday!!! Just a friendly reminder that we are open tomorrow Saturday May 20th from 8am-12pm but will be Closed Monday May 22nd for Victory Day. We apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy this adorable photo of Admiral 💖

05/14/2023

04/27/2023

Happy veterinary receptionist week! We are so lucky and grateful to have these 4 wonderful ladies. These lovely ladies really are the heart of this clinic from answer phone calls to greeting people as they come through our door, or simply being a ear to listen when things arnt going well. We really couldn’t run smoothly without them! Thank you Jen, Tee, Natalie and Lilly for all that you do❤️🥰 enjoy the wonderful picture one of our clients took of 3/4 of our receptionist. Also please note we will be closing early today for a staff event! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow during regular office hours❤️receptionist

04/26/2023

Please note:we will be closing at 4:30pm this Thursday the 27th for a staff event. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

03/27/2023

Little miss Eevee❤️. Eevee belongs to one of our Drs an has quickly captured the heart of everyone who works here or simply meets her when coming in.

03/10/2023

Mother Nature is at it again! Blue Cross is closing at 4:30 today to allow staff extra time to make it home. Please stay safe.

03/01/2023

Blue Cross will once again be open every Saturday, 8am to 12pm. Food, product and prescribed medications can be purchased. However, there will be no doctor or technician available on Saturdays. Appointments and filling of prescriptions/refills will only be done Mondays to Fridays. Please plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you soon!