Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital

Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital We are a privately owned, small animal veterinary hospital located in Maple Ridge, BC.
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Our mission is to provide the same excellent care and service we would want for our own pets to our patients and clients.

We've got more rain in the forecast again and the amount of rainfall we've already had the last few months provides cond...
11/12/2024

We've got more rain in the forecast again and the amount of rainfall we've already had the last few months provides conditions that are magic for mushrooms; but these little caps can be both tasty and toxic to our pets.

If you think that your pet has potentially eaten wild mushrooms, take them to the vet and bring a sample of the funghi if possible. Put the samples in a yogurt container with a dry paper towel and a lid, refrigerate, and the mushrooms will still be useful for identification for several days.

Mushrooms can be difficult to accurately identify at times which can make it hard to confirm the species. Please consider visiting the Facebook group called - Poisons Help; Emergency Identification For Mushrooms & Plants to help aid in the process. Keep in mind this page is North America wide and does not replace expert medical veterinary advice. Alternatively you can bring your animal and the sample to your local clinic by appointment, emergency hospital or call BC Poison Control at 604-682-5050.

There are a few categories mushrooms can be lumped into to help you remember them: Hepatoxic, Neurotoxic, Gastrointestinal and Nephrotoxic.

🍄 Hepatoxic (as an example: Death Cap) Symptoms such as gastrointestinal upset can be delayed post ingestion, 6-12 hours later giving a false sense of security to owners but is often associated with acute liver failure.

🍄 Neurotoxic (psilocybin) the onset of these neurological mushrooms is much more rapid and can cause but is not limited to hallucinations, gastrointestinal upset, weakness, tremors, and disorientation.

🍄 Gastrointestinal toxic mushrooms can cause symptoms including vomiting and diarrhea, which may be pronounced as early as 15 minutes post ingestion to 6 hours. Pets can also become weak and dehydrated, as well as having a slow heart rate or respiratory problems.

🍄 Nephrotoxic affect the kidneys and can cause dehyrdration, nausea and vomiting.

When in doubt, check it out!

We are closed today for Remembrance Day. Lest we forget
11/11/2024

We are closed today for Remembrance Day.

Lest we forget

We've loved, we've lost, and we love again some more. A few photos of some new staff puppies reminding us that sometimes...
11/10/2024

We've loved, we've lost, and we love again some more. A few photos of some new staff puppies reminding us that sometimes the heart so desperately wants to hold on that it makes the mind forget what it’s lost. Case in point; loss of a good nights sleep! 🤣😴

Welcome Kaito, Twig, and Stanley 💙

This long weekend we wanted to provide some information regarding the 24/7 emergency clinics closest to the Maple Ridge ...
11/08/2024

This long weekend we wanted to provide some information regarding the 24/7 emergency clinics closest to the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows area. We recommend saving these contacts in your phone.

The Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley is an emergency and critical care facility open all hours to provide care to companion animals when our clinic is closed or we do not have an available veterinarian. They are a fully equipped emergency veterinary hospital staffed by experienced and caring individuals with a veterinarian on duty at all times along with the support staff they need to care for your pet. They treat dogs, cats, and many exotic pets.

#302-6325 204th Street,
Langley, B.C.
604-514-1711

Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital

BBVSH offers specialized veterinary care and 24/7 emergency and critical care services to provide peace-of-mind to pet owners and to support primary care veterinarians. They complement the care of primary care veterinarians and partner with them to provide a full spectrum of medicine care.

If your pet has an emergency, they are available 24/7/365 to help; walk-ins are welcome, no referral is necessary. As a VECCS Level 1 certified hospital, they are capable of handling even the most critical, life-threatening emergencies and trauma, with specialists on call to handle any medical or surgical issue your pet may be experiencing.

10436 173rd St., Surrey, BC
(604) 514-8383
[email protected]

**EDIT - a great suggestion was brought forth. Try doing a dry run or keep it in mind when you are driving through these areas. When you’re in an emergency situation, sometimes you can lose your way. Program these phone numbers and addresses to help guide you when you need it most.

Congrats Dr. Yashi Zheng on your first official day as a DVM at MRVH!! 💙
11/05/2024

Congrats Dr. Yashi Zheng on your first official day as a DVM at MRVH!! 💙

11/05/2024

National Cat Week - Today's photo is of Evelyn Laity in 1911, standing in front of her family's hay barn. You can see the cat on the fence post. Evelyn married Albert Porter in 1912. (P04169)

A big shout out to the fleas! You are small but mighty and every other phone call we are getting at the clinic right now...
11/04/2024

A big shout out to the fleas! You are small but mighty and every other phone call we are getting at the clinic right now is about these nasty guys.

Peak season is usually mid-summer to early fall but our mild coastal climate makes them a nuisance year-round!

Let us know at time of appointment, or contact us to help organize prevention to keep them off your pet and out of your home.

It's Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! We wanted to take the time to honour and celebrate the work of animal shelters ev...
11/03/2024

It's Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! We wanted to take the time to honour and celebrate the work of animal shelters everywhere, and the countless people who volunteer their time and energy, as well as those who choose to foster pets or welcome them into their forever homes.

Below are five things to be aware of as a new pet parent who is fostering or adopting before you hit submit on that adoption application.

1. Spay or Neuter: Millions of pets continue to enter animal shelters and rescues, and millions more roam the streets from accidental litters. Spaying or neutering your pet helps control pet homelessness—and improves pet health and longevity.

2. Prevention: Ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, and intestinal parasites can be prevented. Viruses can be debilitating, costly to treat, and even deadly. Speak to your Veterinarian about the best prevention and core vaccine program to suit the needs of your pet.

3. Regular Wellness Exams: To help ensure a long and healthy life, dogs and cats need annual exams to monitor their health (weight, body condition, behaviour, etc.) and identify health issues.

4. Diet & Exercise: As it can for people, obesity can cause diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, and other health conditions in pets. To prevent obesity, proper pet nutrition and exercise are key to maintaining optimal weight and health.

5. Dental Health: An estimated 80% of dogs over the age of two have signs of dental disease, and an estimated 50-90% of cats over the age of four have the same.

Adopting a pet involves taking on certain responsibilities to ensure a long, healthy, and happy life with your new furry family member because love alone is not enough.

November is National Pet Diabetes and Senior Pet Month.Though diabetes is more common in older pets, diabetes can also o...
11/01/2024

November is National Pet Diabetes and Senior Pet Month.

Though diabetes is more common in older pets, diabetes can also occur in younger or pregnant pets. Signs of pet diabetes include excessive water drinking and increased urination.

If you believe your pet may have diabetes, or have any questions about your pet’s health, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Halloween is full of fun and tasty treats, but it can also be a bit tricky for our pets. Watch out for these dangers so ...
10/28/2024

Halloween is full of fun and tasty treats, but it can also be a bit tricky for our pets. Watch out for these dangers so that everyone has a good time.

Costumes: Many humans LOVE wearing Halloween costumes but for animals, they can be no fun at all. Humans in costumes, especially masks can also confuse and scare pets. Costumes for pets limit their ability to communicate using their bodies and can cause a lot of stress. Covering ears, tails and fur can lead to frustration, fear, and even aggression. Proceed with loving caution!

Candy: This feels like a no-brainer but keep those mini chocolate bars and sweets to yourself. That Halloween haul will land your pet at our hospital.

Fireworks: The loud noises of fireworks can make pets panic on Halloween. Even the constant doorbell ringing can cause alarm. Keep your pets inside in a quiet room with the windows closed. Playing music or having a tv on to help drown out the scary sounds may help however there are other options should you know this doesn't work for your pet.

Please give us a call should you have any questions leading up to the spookiest day of the year!

As part of our clinic's growth and commitment to excellence, Dr. Paula Bedford will be focusing more time on administrat...
10/27/2024

As part of our clinic's growth and commitment to excellence, Dr. Paula Bedford will be focusing more time on administrative leadership to help optimize our operations, processes, and services. This shift allows us to enhance the clinics efficiency and patient care quality. We are confident that this change will benefit both our team and clients. We are very lucky to have many qualified veterinarians that are regularly available for appointments to ensure continuity of care, including complete therapies such as acupuncture.

While Dr. Bedford may not be seeing appointments at the moment, her expertise will play a vital role behind the scenes in streamlining clinic procedures while also actively participating in mentoring Dr. Yashi Zheng as a recent graduate.

Dr. Bedford, along with her husband and three small children, also own a local Christmas tree farm with goats, sheep, and many many rescue pets so we know they will be so grateful to have more time to spend together as a result of a few less hours in the clinic! 💙

When clients leave a veterinary hospital because they’ve moved, it can stir a mix of feelings for the veterinary team be...
10/24/2024

When clients leave a veterinary hospital because they’ve moved, it can stir a mix of feelings for the veterinary team because their departure feels like saying goodbye to a friend or family member.

This can be bittersweet, but it’s also a natural part of life’s transitions. We encourage clients to stay in touch and felt gratitude when long time patient Jones came to visit us from Alberta recently.

It's an honour that he and his owner thought to come by and say hello to us and we were so grateful for the quick catch up! 💙

Here we grow again!Please help us welcome (back) to our team, Dr. Yashi Zheng! Dr. Zheng has recently graduated from the...
10/21/2024

Here we grow again!

Please help us welcome (back) to our team, Dr. Yashi Zheng!

Dr. Zheng has recently graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (Class of 2024) and she is no stranger to MRVH as her placements over the last 3 summers have been in our hospital.

We are thrilled to have this Lower Mainland local working with us under the direct mentorship of Dr. Paula Bedford, utilizing the most up-to-date medical practices used in the field today while collaborating with our team of experienced doctors.

Dr. Zheng will be in clinic 3-4 days a week which will also give her time to spend doing all of the activities she loves; hiking, running, cycling, field hockey and spending time with her 12 year old bordie collie x named Whiskey.

We will be closed today from 8:30am - 11am for our monthly staff training session. This month we will be continuing our ...
10/17/2024

We will be closed today from 8:30am - 11am for our monthly staff training session. This month we will be continuing our education by leaning on Tabitha Kucera who is an Elite Fear Free and Low - Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner.

We will work together on transforming MRVH into a Fear Free environment tailored to the individual patient needs while creating and fostering a stress-free and positive veterinary experience for both pets and their human caregivers.

We're looking forward to implementing these approaches to reduce fear, anxiety and stress in pets as they come through our doors.

Learn more about Tabitha here: https://chirrupsandchatter.com/about/

We are closed today for Thanksgiving and wanted to express our gratitude to everyone who walks through our doors. Good c...
10/13/2024

We are closed today for Thanksgiving and wanted to express our gratitude to everyone who walks through our doors. Good clients can make a world of difference, especially in the veterinary field where trust and understanding are so important!

A few key reminders for celebrating today...and every day:

With meals shared on a day like today comes a delightful variety of baked goods and other rich, fattening foods. However, it is not wise (and in some cases is quite dangerous) to share these treats with your pets. Foods that can present problems:

Foods containing grapes, raisins and currants (such as fruitcakes) can result in kidney failure in dogs.

Chocolate and cocoa contain theobromine, a chemical highly toxic to dogs and cats. Ingestion in small amounts can cause vomiting and diarrhea but large amounts can cause seizures and heart arrhythmias.

Leftover, fatty meat scraps can produce severe inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) leading to abdominal pain, vomiting and bloody diarrhea.

Keep your pet on his or her regular diet and do not let family and friends sneak in treats. The best thing a pet owner can do is get educated on common household toxins and pet-proof the home accordingly. If you think a pet has been poisoned, contact BC Poison Control at 604-682-5050 or 1-800-567-8911 with any questions or concerns.

We were inspired and let's be honest, cheered up when a special client emailed us some adorable photos of her cats so he...
10/12/2024

We were inspired and let's be honest, cheered up when a special client emailed us some adorable photos of her cats so here we are asking for more joy! Please post your felines in the comments or tag us and we will repost in our stories. 💙

Registered Veterinary Technologists are VITALLY IMPORTANT! They are college/university paraprofessionals participating i...
10/08/2024

Registered Veterinary Technologists are VITALLY IMPORTANT! They are college/university paraprofessionals participating in big-picture patient care alongside doctors of veterinary medicine.

They are trained to perform challenging procedures, work with multiple species, and operate in many different veterinary settings.

Many people are not aware of the vitally important role RVT's play within the veterinary field.

To find out more about RVT's and what they do, visit bcvta.com/vitally-important

Veterinarians take dental X-rays for several important reasons:Detect Hidden Issues: Just like in human dentistry, many ...
10/06/2024

Veterinarians take dental X-rays for several important reasons:

Detect Hidden Issues: Just like in human dentistry, many dental problems in animals occur beneath the gum line and are not visible during a regular examination. X-rays help veterinarians detect issues such as tooth decay, fractures, abscesses, and other abnormalities that may not be apparent from the outside. **see previous posts about "gentle dentals".

Assess Tooth Roots: Dental X-rays allow veterinarians to assess the health of tooth roots, which can be affected by infections, tumours, or other issues. This is crucial for determining whether a tooth needs to be extracted or if other treatments are necessary.

Treatment Planning: X-rays provide valuable information for treatment planning. They help veterinarians determine the extent of dental disease and formulate the most appropriate treatment plan for each individual patient. This may include procedures such as extractions, periodontal treatment, etc.

Monitoring Progress: Dental X-rays are useful for monitoring the progress of dental treatments over time. They allow veterinarians to assess healing following procedures and ensure that the dental issues are resolving as expected.

Overall, dental X-rays are an essential tool in veterinary dentistry, enabling veterinarians to provide comprehensive and effective dental care for their patients.

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11961 203rd Street
Maple Ridge, BC
V2X4V2

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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+16044655421

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Happy Halloween from the Maple Ridge Veterinary division of Dunder Mifflin 🎃 #vet #veterinarian #halloween #theoffice #mapleridgevet

Learn more about dental treatments here at Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital and how we can customize a plan that fits the needs of your pet. #Pets #DentalCleaning #Dentistry #TeethCleaning #periodontaldisease #Dogs #Cats #YOUR #MapleRidgeVeterinaryHospital #MapleRidge #MRVH

We’re so thankful for our amazing team! They’re not just pet people—they’re wonderful, caring, and fun-loving people, too! #VetTechWeek #VeterinaryTechnologistWeek #VeterinaryTechnologist #RVT #StaffAppreciation #VeterinaryMedicine #MapleRidgeVet #MapleRidge #BC

Even the bravest of our furry friends can become scared when they hear thunder, fireworks, or other loud noises. Here are some strategies to help: #Pets #Dogs #Cats #Animals #VeterinaryMedicine #mapleridgevet #Veterinarian #fireworks #Halloween #Diwali #fear #anxiety #stress

Warmer weather is back (hooray!) Hot days with your pet can be a lot of fun, but our four-legged friends can be put in some pretty unpleasant and even dangerous situations if we’re not careful. As always, we have some things to keep in mind. #Pets #Dogs #Cats #Summer #PetSafety #Animals #VeterinaryMedicine #Veterinarian #mapleridgevet #mapleridge

Is your pet hiding something from you? Pets can be pretty good at hiding symptoms of a bigger issue. That’s why seeing us regularly is so important. #Pets #Animals #Veterinary #Visits #Dogs #Cats #VeterinaryMedicine #mapleridgevet #mapleridge

Giving Your Pet Medications Isn’t Easy. We Can Help. It’s important your pet receives the medications we prescribe, so let us know how we can help.

Don't let parasites make your pet their furever home! Parasites are a fact of life. There are many options to choose from when it comes to preventatives. Let's come up with a prevention plan that works best for your bet!

We are closed on Monday, July 1st for Canada Day and will reopen again on Tuesday, July 2nd at 7:30am. Happy long weekend!

It's the kind of #TickTalk that we DON'T want to see trending but like the popular social media app, we hope you'll save this important video in your favourites. Contact us at MRVH for help in removing a tick or for more information about tick control. So, you found a tick on your pet... now what?! This is one of the most popular questions asked in veterinary practice. This video shows you how to safely remove a tick from your pet. DO NOT attempt to use a noxious substance in an effort to remove a tick. Ticks are more likely to regurgitate anything that it has taken as a blood meal when it is exposed to a noxious substance, which increases the chance of disease transmission. Additionally, a tick will have to be exposed to the noxious substance for a certain amount of time before it will want to release itself which can also increase the chance of disease transmission. For more information and resources about safe and effective tick prevention, go to: https://ticktalkcanada.com/faq/

✨With great cuteness comes no responsibility ✨ Happy Monday!

Happy Monday! Today is gonna be a good day 💙 Lap dogs come in all shapes and sizes! #vet #veterinarian #rottweiler #bigboy #lapdog #goodday

Here is your daily affirmation to wake up today with joy! Look in the mirror, say Hey Baby and give your beautiful self a kiss 😘 Thanks Jewel for making us all smile! #vet #veterinarian #parakeet #affirmation #joy

What does your newly adopted pet want you to know? 1. I understand you're excited but I need some time to decompress and fully transition from my previous circumstances to my new home. My history is complicated and I'm not ready to meet all of the people and other pets I consider strangers all at once. 2. I might be a little nervous in my new environment and exhibit behaviours you're not fond of (barking, trying to escape when someone comes too close) so a special high value treat when I'm doing things you want to see me do more of could help. 3. I need routine so I start to understand a pattern from you. If you feed me at the same time and in the same place I may recognize that there is safety in finding my food every day. Going for walks or other enrichment activities on schedule could also help me feel comfortable and bonded to you. 4. Please don't force me out of hiding. My past made me a little afraid and I find some security right now in finding a safe spot to hunker down. Maybe try coaxing me out of my fortress by leaving one of those high value snacks near me and then exiting the room until I feel ok to join you again? 5. I'm trying to meet the household expectations and I might regress from time to time. Please avoid punishing me by spraying me with a squirt bottle, yelling or scolding me, or the use of certain collars. I want to be a part of your family but I'm learning how. 6. Call the vet if you need help. We could be a great team with time and they have a lot of resources, skills and expertise to help us create a special home together. 7. Thank you for choosing me and commiting to taking care of me long term! ❤

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Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital

The staff at Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital have been providing service to pet owners in the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and the surrounding areas since 1972. The care of your pet through all of the life stages is a privilege and responsibility we appreciate and value immensely.

We strive to provide high quality medical and surgical services, as well as exceptional nursing and preventive health care to all our patients as if they were our own pets. We aim to help your pets so they can live long, healthy, happy lives.

We have a wide variety of prescriptions diets and medications, in-house lab system where qualified Registered Technicians maintain and run tests to receive quick and comprehensive results for your pet, full body and dental digital radiology equipment, a large surgical suite and a dedicated team of health care professionals that strive to provide the best possible care for your pet(s).

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