Willow Grove Animal Wellness Centre

07/09/2025

Rabies positive bat found in Woodstock. Please contact public health if you or someone you know has been bitten or come in contact with rabies vectors like bats. Please ensure your pets are vaccinated for rabies

A bat located in the City of Woodstock has tested positive for rabies. An individual who was exposed to the bat is receiving rabies post-exposure prophylaxis which will prevent them from contracting the virus.

A reminder to protect against rabies by:

➡️Vaccinating your pet against the rabies virus.
➡️Ensuring your pet’s vaccinations are up-to-date.
➡️Keeping pets indoors at night.
➡️Touching base with your vet if you see any potential wounds on your pet from a fight with wild animals.
➡️Teaching children to stay away from wild animals and strange dogs and cats.
➡️Always asking permission before trying to pet an animal.
➡️Supervising children around animals.
➡️Not attempting to touch or feed wild animals.
➡️Not touching sick animals.
➡️Not approaching animals behaving oddly or aggressively, and
➡️Being familiar with the signs of rabies in your pets and wild animals.

To learn more, visit: https://www.swpublichealth.ca/rabies
🔗https://www.swpublichealth.ca/news/posts/bat-tests-positive-for-rabies-in-the-city-of-woodstock/

07/02/2025

Sun’s out and so are some of our tips for keeping your pup cool at home! ☀️🐾
Whether you’re lounging in the yard or heading out for a stroll, a few small changes can make a big difference for your dog’s comfort and safety. 🌡️
Let’s keep our fur-babies happy and cool this summer! ☀️

07/01/2025

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06/27/2025

From clean pups to mud monsters in 0.3 seconds.
Leroy & MJ went full send into the filth and walked away with the title of Dirtiest Dogs of the Day🏅🏅
Muddy legends were born in the puddles today, and we couldn’t be more proud!

06/24/2025

6 years ago today I opened the doors to Willow Grove Animal Wellness Centre with an eagerness to provide excellent animal care, access to rehabilitation services in a rural environment and create a business that doesn't feel like work when I show up everyday. I worked 7 days a week and long days until I could expand slowly but surely. We now have a fantastic team of 2 full time, 4 part time and casual, highschool co-op students, two other practitioners offering services in our facility and I couldn't be any more proud of the team we have built together. Thank you for your years of loyalty and kindness and I look forward to the many years we will continue to explore together as we expand and grow.

With deepest thanks ❤️
-Kelsey

06/02/2025

🛑 EMPLOYEES ONLY 🛑
Meet today’s MVPs: Walter and Brooke! 👏
Walter lent a huge helping paw outside with Maya, while Brooke stood strong 💪 as our fearless security guard.
We are happy to have such amazing doggy workers on our team 🐾

05/12/2025

**🚨🚨Disclaimer, some of the photos people may find distressing to see. Please use your own discretion when choosing to see Mika's before pictures.This post is to celebrate Mika's success and wish her well on her journey forward, therefore, any and all comments that are negative towards her previous life will be removed. 🚨🚨**

This sweet wiggly butt joined us in the fall with severe amaciation and was post operative from a foreign body. Actually, this was the worst case we have ever seen where the animal was still alive. Our team worked around the clock to make sure Mika’s suffering would turn into thriving. She was fed small amounts of food frequently, something we call a refeed protocol to ensure her body remembers how to absorb nutrients and gain weight slowly but surely. She even joined Kelsey’s family for Christmas because we couldn't leave her for long periods of time and needed to be fed every 4 hours. After 6 months in our care, Mika reached her goal weight of 35 kgs gaining over 17 kgs or 37 lbs. Words cannot describe how proud we are of Mika’s fight to survive and we are so excited to see her find a home where she can live her life surrounded by love and cuddles. As we prepare to send her off to rescue to start the next leg of her journey, we want to reflect on her Journey and thank everyone involved in her care to ensure she gets to experience the good people have to offer.

05/08/2025

Hooray for Bert, the dirtiest dog of the day🛁 Bert is feeling humbled to be awarded Willow Grove’s official mud magnet and puddle professional today! You can see that unmistakable glint of pride in his eyes! Way to go Bert🥇🐾

05/06/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Kayla back for another summer at Willow Grove! While we’re all excited, no one’s happier than Miss Peach 🐾🍑

03/20/2025

First day of Spring, and we are starting off strong! Dirtiest Dog of the Day award goes to none other than Brodi! 🏆 Congratulations little guy, We’re so proud of you! 🐾🛁

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀🌈 May all our furry friends find their own pot of gold (and maybe a few extra treats along the way)! Wishing them a day full of luck, fun, and lots of belly rubs!

03/14/2025

Looking to book an appointment at Willow Grove?📆
We offer a variety of services, each with its own schedule! Here’s a breakdown to help you plan ahead:

✨ Chiropractic Care - Monday evenings & Thursday mornings, booking 1-2 weeks out�✨ Canine Massage Therapy - Monday, Wednesday and Friday, bookings available 1 week out �✨ Swim Services - Monday, Wednesday & Friday, same-day bookings available�✨ Pet Boarding - Bookings vary, check out our website for accurate availability �✨ Be Well Dog Training & Behaviour - Everyday availability, same-week bookings�✨ Physical Rehabilitation - Monday to Thursday, booking 1-2 weeks out
✨ Daycare Program - Currently closed to new members

Please note, our services can get busy, so make sure to request a booking in advance! Reach out today to secure your spot and give your pet the care they deserve🐾