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Ranch Docs Veterinary Services, Inc

A mixed animal service that provides compassionate care for your pets.
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07/23/2024

As many of you have been made aware, the CDC has been updating regulations for dogs entering the United States. Last week the CFIA and CVMA provided updated decisions which included rules for age, microchipping, and rabies booster requirements for dogs. These regulations also involved a new form that was to be filled out by veterinarians and signed at the time of an exam. We took these rules into effect in the past few weeks and were doing our best to get travelling pets the forms and requirements they needed for crossing the border.

As of yesterday (July 22), the CDC made another significant update to the process. Pets coming from rabies free and low risk countries (Canada included) no longer require the veterinarian signed form. The rule for a rabies booster after microchipping seems to have been dropped as well. As per the latest regulations dogs entering the United States require the following:
◦ To be at least 6 months of age
◦ Have a microchip in place
◦ A CDC export form that can be filled out online by the owner of the dog
◦ An up to date rabies vaccine is still required to enter back into Canada

We would like to extend our apologies to our client base for the confusion. The regulations from the CDC still seem to be fluid and changing, and we are doing our best to keep up with the changes and make sure all your dogs have everything they need to travel safely. Please bear with us as the situation unfolds and we will make updated posts as we receive any further information.

~Ranch Docs Veterinary Team

07/22/2024

UPDATE ON USA-CANADA BORDER REQUIREMENTS!
As of August 1, 2024, the Canada-USA border will now be requiring microchips and export paperwork, in addition to the rabies vaccine for all pets crossing the border. If you have any questions about the upcoming changes, or would like to book your pet in to have them up to date prior to any travel, please give us a call at 403-327-4658.

07/16/2024

Attention! We will be closed for a staff meeting today from 2-3pm! If you need to pick up food or medications, please make arrangements to do so!

Thank you!

07/04/2024

Hello everyone! Our power has been restored! Thank you for your patience.

07/04/2024

Attention! We are currently having some issues with the power in our building. This means that our phone system is currently down. We are hoping to have the power back on by 10am. Sorry for the inconvenience. We will provide an update when the power is back on.

06/18/2024

Today is veterinary appreciation day! Today we would like to thank our amazing veterinarians for all of their hardwork and dedication. From routine vaccines and wellness checks, to emergency after-hours cases, you are here for your patients and help them to live happy and healthy lives. We are forever grateful for your tireless efforts to improve the lives of animals and we are very appreciative of everything you do.
Thank you Dr. Oviatt, Dr. Mohr, Dr. Murray, and Dr. Blais.

06/13/2024

Summer Tip Thursday! With the warmer weather, your pets are most likely enjoying more time outside! Fleas, ticks, and worms are all thriving with the warmer weather, putting your pets at an increased risk of infestation. Luckily, prevention is simple! There are a number of different products out there, designed to keep your pets safe. Give us a call for more information!

06/03/2024

June is microchipping month! Microchipping your pets has many advantages. A microchip is a form of personal identification for your pet. It provides information on your pets age, breed, gender, and coloration. As well, microchips are linked to your contact information and can be used to prove ownership for a pet. In the event your pet wanders off and finds itself lost, microchips can aid in the speedy return of your pet. Clinics or shelters are able to scan pets for microchips and quickly find contact information to have your pet returned to you. If you have any questions regarding microchips or would like to book your pet in to receive a microchip, please contact us at 403-327-4658.

05/28/2024

Just a heads-up, we will be closed tomorrow, May 29th at 2PM, for our annual inventory count. Please make arrangements to pick up any medication or food before then. Thank you!

05/17/2024

Happy Friday Everyone! Just a reminder that it is the long weekend and we will be closed on Monday, May 20. As usual, we will have emergency services available and can be reached at 403-327-4658. Have a safe and happy long weekend!

04/15/2024

Ranch Docs Veterinary Services is hiring! We are looking for a full-time RVT to join our team. Ranch Docs provides high-quality, compassionate care, and are excited to add our next RVT team member to our fun and hard-working team. Your knowledge and technical skills will be well utilized on our team. If you have any questions, please reach out!

If you're interested in applying for the position, please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

03/28/2024

Happy Easter Everyone! We will be closed on Friday, March 29th for the
Easter long weekend. If you have any medications or food to be picked up, please plan accordingly. As always, we will have emergency after hours services available and can be reached at 403-237-4658 if needed. Hope you have a safe long weekend!

03/22/2024

Despite the recent snowfall, we are entering into tick season. With the rise in temperatures, those ticks are active and out there! Now is a great time to pick up tick prevention for your pet and protect them against these blood suckers. Give us a call at 403-327-4658 to request tick prevention.

02/05/2024

Heads-up! We will be closing at 4pm today for a staff meeting. If you are picking anything up, please make arrangements to do so before 4pm. Thank you!

12/22/2023

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us here at Ranch Docs. We will be closing early today at 3pm, and will reopen on Wednesday, December 27th. We hope you have a safe and healthy holiday season.
As always, we will have a veterinarian and technician on call this weekend. If you require emergency services, please call us at 403-327-4658

12/18/2023

Recently, we held our annual staff Christmas party! A highlight of the fun night was our axe throwing competition. Any guesses on who won?

11/21/2023

We will be closing the clinic at 4:00pm tomorrow, November 21, for a staff meeting. If you are planning to pick up food or medications, please do so before 4:00pm. Thank you!

10/20/2023

The last RVT highlight of this week is their role in the laboratory. Our RVTs are skilled in a number of laboratory skills, such as running bloodwork, urinalysis, and cytology. These skills are crucial and aid in the diagnosis of a number of conditions. RVTs are responsible for obtaining the sample (venipuncture, cystocentesis, FNA, etc.), analyzing the sample, and then finally reporting their findings to their veterinarian for interpretation. Utilizing the laboratory skills of our RVTs allows our veterinarians to work more efficiently.

10/19/2023

Another of the many hats an RVT wears is in radiology. Our RVTs are highly skilled in this department and are responsible for taking radiographs of your pet. These radiographs are used to diagnose a number of ailments but are also used following surgery to ensure proper surgical correction. Radiographs are a great diagnostic tool and are used for more than just broken bones. Radiographs can aid in the diagnosis of foreign bodies, heart disease, ruptured cruciate ligaments, bladder stones, megacolon, and much more! Our RVTs ensure the patient is properly positioned so that we can obtain the best possible image.

10/17/2023

One of the most important roles of our RVT's is in surgery and anaesthesia. Our RVT's are responsible for intaking and discharging patients, preparing them for surgery, and monitoring their anesthesia and recovery. RVT's may also assist surgeons during various surgical procedures. Our RVT's must be highly skilled and educated in order to perform these tasks, and we definitely don't take them for granted!

10/16/2023

The first role of RVTs we would like to highlight is their role in nursing and patient treatment. Our RVTs are responsible for going into each appointment ahead of the doctor and obtain a complete history. This history is an important step in figuring out how we can best help your pet. During the appointment, our RVTs perform a preliminary exam of your pet and then report all of the information obtained to our veterinarians for interpretation. RVTs also use the information provided during the history to predict the tests/diagnostics and have them ready for the veterinarian when needed. This allows us to work more efficiently and reduce stress for your pet. RVTs are also responsible for administering treatments and care for our hospitalized patients. RVTs monitor the status of hospitalized patients and notify veterinarians right away if there are any changes. Our RVTs also love provide enrichment and cuddles to all patients that come through our doors.

10/16/2023

In honor of RVT week, we would like to show appreciation for our wonderful veterinary technicians! Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) are essential veterinary professionals who work with other veterinary team members in several areas of the veterinary profession. Throughout the week we will highlight a few of the many roles an RVT plays, including surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, nursing, radiology, and much more! We hope that you will join us in celebrating our RVT's. Our clinic wouldn't operate without them on our team!

10/06/2023

We will be closed on Monday, October 9th for Thanksgiving. We hope you have a happy and safe long weekend! We will have on-call staff available for any emergencies and can be accessed by calling 403-327-4658. Our regular hours will resume on Tuesday, October 10th.

09/28/2023

World Rabies Day aims to raise awareness about the public health impact of human and animal rabies. Rabies is a dangerous disease that is caused by a virus that attacks the nervous signs. Rabies is 100% preventable and you can help stop the spread!
1) Know the signs - Once the rabies virus enters the body, it travels along the nerves to the brain. Signs include fearfulness, aggression, excessive drooling, staggering, paralysis, and seizures, among others. Rabies can only be determined after death, through microscopic examination of the animal's brain.
2) Prevention - Rabies is preventable through vaccination. Rabies vaccines are available for cats, dogs, ferrets, horses, cattle, and sheep.

Now is the perfect time to book your pet's rabies vaccine appointment. Give us a call at 403-327-4658 for more information.

07/20/2023

Sun's out, tongues out! ☀️

Heads up that we will be closed from 2-5 PM today for a team bonding event. If you are picking up food or medications, please plan to do so before 2 PM. Thank you!

07/11/2023

*ATTENTION* Due to a power outage at the clinic, we are having issues with our phones! If you need to get contact the clinic, please email us at [email protected] or Facebook messenger. Thank you for your patience.

07/07/2023

Attention! We are currently having issues with our phones! If you're having difficulties reaching us, please message us at [email protected]

06/30/2023

In lieu of Canada day this weekend, we are not open today (June 30th). As always, we will have our on call veterinarian available for any emergencies and can be reached at 403-327-4658.

Have a great long weekend!

06/14/2023

⚠️HEADS-UP⚠️ We will be closed from 1-3pm on Thursday, June 15 for a staff event. We will be unavailable during this time for any services, including medication and food pick up. Please make arrangements with us ahead of time if you need food or medications this day.. Thank you in advance!

06/06/2023

Ranch Docs Veterinary Services is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technologist to join our fast paced team. Located just outside of Lethbridge, our busy 6 vet mixed animal practice is equipped with an in-house lab, in-clinic and portable x-ray and ultrasound machines, and an amazing facility that includes a full surgery and dental suite. The successful candidate will be working and learning alongside a wonderful team of DVMs, highly skilled RVTs and amazing support staff. We offer a balanced schedule, competitive pay, paid association dues, staff discounts, clothing allowance, and annual paid CE. New grads are welcome to apply! Please submit your resume to Jesse at [email protected].

Address

82038 RR 210
Lethbridge, AB
T1K8H2

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+14033274658

Website

http://ranchdocs.com/

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Sassy is here for her spay procedure today. She is being the sweetest, most cooperative patient for us. We provide our cats a box to hide in as an option to reduce stress in the clinic, but Sassy is choosing to be social and give us snuggles. We love you Sassy!