Fairfield Animal Hospital Kelowna

06/25/2024

Milo is *pretty* sure these nice receptionists must have some treats for him.. 😸 How can anyone say no to this face??

Do your pets ever give you big cute eyes, begging for treats or love? Show us their pics in the comments!

06/17/2024

Monte had a bit of a tumble this weekend, so when mom brought him in to get checked by the veterinarian, we decided to safely carry him around everywhere in a cozy doggie-tote! 🥰 Good boy Monte!

Do your pets have any special backpacks or carriers? Show us their pics in the comments!

06/14/2024

Our amazing Dr Watt has shared her knowledge with VITA magazine about how to keep pets safe around water this summer. Link to article in the comments.

06/13/2024

Poor Re*****on! She had just gotten back home from a nice walk with her mom, when she started acting very strange - wobbly on her feet and disoriented.

When dogs present with these types of symptoms, our veterinarians can examine the pet and run a test to see if they’ve gotten into a variety of substances. In Re*****on’s case, her test turned up positive for THC. She must have eaten some ma*****na that was discarded on the trail during her walk.

With the right treatment, Re*****on was able to go home to recover with her loving momma. ❤️

In cases where symptoms like these come on very suddenly, it’s a good idea to have your pet seen by a veterinarian, so that they can determine the type of substance ingested, and ensure they get the right treatment for that substance.

*****natoxicity *****natoxicityindogs

06/03/2024

When your name is Teddy, it’s no wonder you give the BEST Teddy Bear hugs!!! 🧸 Teddy, you make us feel so loved!! 🥰

Have you ever taught your pets any fun tricks, like giving a hug? Tell us about it, and show us your pets in the comments!

06/01/2024

Thank you to sweet boy Gunner for being a hero and giving his 5th blood donation!! High five Gunner! 🙌

Did you know that dogs can sometimes require blood transfusions to help treat their health conditions? At Fairfield, we have a robust Blood Donor program where healthy dogs over 25KG, between 1-7 years of age, who are up to date on their core vaccines, and on parasite prevention can donate to our Blood Bank. Occasionally, donor dogs are called in on an emergency basis if a patient is in need!

We love our blood donors ❤️ Thank you for saving lives!!

05/30/2024

Thank you so much to the Kelowna community for your votes, kind words, and support ❤️

We are dedicated to providing emergency veterinary care to the pets of the Okanagan 24 hours a day - rain or shine, holidays and long weekends, rock slides, snow storms, or forest fire evacuations, we will be here for you and your furry family. Your pets are our priority, and your support means the world to us ❤️

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05/28/2024

How many toes do you think Cheddar has??

So many!! 🐾 Cheddar is polydactyl, which means that he has extra toes on each paw. We say, this means there is more of Cheddar to love 🥰

Don’t you just love seeing cute animal paws?? Show us your pets’ paws in the comments!

05/24/2024

Can you guess how many ticks we pulled off one poor pup this week?

35! - Including the two large engorged ones indicated with arrows.

Ticks can carry tick-borne diseases, can cause anemia in large infestations, and can also cause a condition known as “tick paralysis,” where animals become temporarily weak or paralyzed until the ticks are removed.

Ticks have been very prevalent in the Okanagan this spring. Talk to your regular veterinarian about tick prevention medication for your pets, and let’s say BYE BYE to these yucky parasites!

05/22/2024

Any dog can be a lap dog if they try hard enough, right Maple? 😆

Do your pets love to sit in your lap? Do your big dogs ever climb into your lap, or sit in places where they “don’t fit?” Show us your pics in the comments!

05/10/2024

Did you know that Fairfield offers advanced diagnostics and specialty services - such as abdominal ultrasound, echocardiograms, CT scans, and an Internal Medicine Specialist - by referral from your regular veterinarian?

These technologies and services help veterinarians obtain more accurate diagnoses, and guide the treatment options for your beloved pets with confidence.

We are always striving to provide the most advanced, up-to-date patient care and techniques we can, in order to serve the pets of the Okanagan. If your pet is in need of specialty services, talk to your regular veterinarian about a referral.

05/01/2024

Does Peggy get nervous in-clinic? We’re pretty sure that is a resounding NO! 😆

When Peggy came in to see us for eye issues, she kept climbing into laps, rolling over for belly rubs… and falling asleep! 😄 The bestest girl who won all our hearts ❤️

Do your pets like to sleep in cute or funny places? Do they sleep near you? Show us their snoozing pics in the comments!

04/27/2024

Happy Saturday!

We hope your weekend is full of puppy (or kitty) cuddles, just like Brittney and little Frankie here! 🥰 Have you ever seen a cuter Golden girl??

Which fur babies are you spending your weekend with?

04/22/2024

Tika has been busy filing (meowing) and faxing (snoozing) all morning… what a hard working kitty! She could be our new receptionist!

What do you think, should we hire her?

Do your kitties ever end up laying in silly places? Show us in the comments!

04/18/2024

When Louis came to see us, he quickly found the best seat in the house… in Rissa’s lap! 😆

We LOVE it when big dogs think they’re lap dogs! Have you ever found your pets sitting in silly places?

04/16/2024

This is how the Good Boys get their bandages done: With the BIGGEST SMILE!! 😃

Diesel has joined our amazing blood donor team with an A+ Good Boy rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We are so proud of this big smiley boy!

04/11/2024

Today is National Pet Day! 🐕🐈‍⬛🦜🐇🦔🐢🐠

Our pets bring us so much joy and love, and add light and color to our lives 🥰 Give your pets some extra snuggles and treats, and tell them how much you love them!

What kind of pets do you have at home? Show is their pics and tell us about them in the comments!

04/09/2024

Sarge was so happy and excited to meet his new friend on the trail… and then much less excited at the clinic later 😅

Porcupines do not hibernate, but they do keep close to their dens over winter. Now that the weather is nicer, it’s more likely you may encounter one out on the trails!

Dogs most often get quills stuck in their snouts and on their forelimbs as they try to walk up and greet their new “pal” - don’t try to remove the quills at home yourself! They are often barbed, and much easier and less painful for the veterinarian to remove under sedation.

04/07/2024

We are glad we could be there for Kevin and his community when they needed us ❤️

A week has passed but Dave Choukalos still can't bring himself to sweep the sand out of his truck — evidence of the daily trek the retiree made for years across the beach on Okanagan Lake to feed Kevin the goose.

04/06/2024

We are glad we could be there for Kevin and his community in their time of need ❤️

A week has passed but Dave Choukalos still can't bring himself to sweep the sand out of his truck — evidence of the daily trek the retiree made for years across the beach on Okanagan Lake to feed Kevin the goose.

04/04/2024

We are running low on towels! Any donations from the community are greatly appreciated ❤️

Feel free to drop off donations at Fairfield Animal Hospital any time!

04/02/2024

It’s a Mac Attack!

It’s not often you get three Macs in one photo: say hi to Mackenzie, Mac, and Makena! 🩷❤️💛

Mac (the Golden Retriever) came in for his very first blood donation, and we had to get all the Macs together! Good boy Mac! Thank you for saving a life ❤️

03/31/2024

Happy Easter! From Jenny the Bunny, and all of us here at Fairfield! 🐣🐰🌸

We hope you have a lovely long weekend with your faimies! Remember: keep Easter chocolates away from your dogs, and Easter lilies away from your cats this weekend!

We are open 24/7 this holiday weekend if you need us 🩷

03/25/2024

When Stevie came to see us, all she wanted was ATTENTION!! Any way she could get it! She was climbing into laps, rolling around, showing her belly, and asking for scratches any way she could get them! Good girl Stevie, we are happy to oblige!

What do your pets like to do for attention? Show us their pics and tell us about it in the comments!

03/20/2024

Marrow bones are fun for dogs to chew on, however they can easily get stuck around their lower jaw… and then they’re not so easy to get off again at home!

Our staff are very practiced at the best techniques for removing marrow bones with as little discomfort to the patient as possible. Please do not try this at home, serious damage can be done to the jaw if not performed properly by trained professionals.

If your dog gets a marrow bone stuck around their jaw, pop down any time of day or night so we can help out!

03/15/2024

Oxford has a very important phone call to make… but can you please dial for him? His furry little paws aren’t cooperating 😆

Do your pets ever “help” you with tasks around the house? Like folding laundry (laying on your clean clothes) or making dinner (begging with puppy dog eyes)? We know our pets like to get involved with everything we do!

03/11/2024

A huge THANK YOU to Keeva for coming in for her very first blood donation!

Every donor in our blood bank must be blood typed and pass a blood screening process, as well as meet our donation criteria: to be of good disposition, weigh more than 55lbs, be up to date on their core vaccinations, and be on regular parasite prevention medications.

Keeva passed with flying colors, and now she is part of our regular rotation of donors! Sometimes, donors are also asked to come in on an emergency basis to donate when a critical patient comes in. Thank you for helping save lives Keeva!! ❤️❤️❤️

03/08/2024

Happy International Women’s Day!

Did you know that the vet industry is primarily women? Join us in celebrating the many strong, intelligent, and caring women who work hard to help the many pets in the Okanagan, every day!

“Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.” —Serena Williams