I-Care Veterinary Hospital

🐾 Happy Family Day from Our i-Care Family to Yours! 💙 Family Day is a time to celebrate the people and pets who make our lives special. 🐶🐱💛 At i-Care Veterinary Hospital, we consider our clients and their furry companions part of our extended family, and we are so grateful to be a part of your pet’s journey. 🐾 From our family to yours, Happy Family Day! 🐾 Please Note: 📆 We will be closed on Monday, February 17. 🕒 We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, February 18. 🚨 In Case of Emergency: If your pet needs urgent care while we are closed, please contact: Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital 📞 250 933 0913 📍 6550 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC Thank you for being part of the iCare family. Wishing you a safe, joyful, and pet filled Family Day! 🐾💙 #FamilyDay2025 #FurryFamily #PetLove #VancouverIsland #CoombsBC #iCareVet #UrgentCarePets #PetCareWithHeart

💖 Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Furry Valentine! 🐾 Valentine’s Day is all about love—and who loves us more unconditionally than our pets? 🐶🐱 Show your pet some extra love this Valentine’s Day with these fun ideas and safety tips: 💘 Pet-Safe Treats: Bake homemade goodies or grab some from a local pet bakery—because they deserve something sweet, too! 🍪🐾 💘 Adventure Together: Take a romantic stroll with your pup along a beautiful Vancouver Island trail. 🌞🐶 💘 Cozy Cuddles: Plan a movie night with your pet—because they’re the best cuddle buddies! 🍿❤️ 🚨 Valentine’s Day Pet Safety Tips: 🚫 No Chocolate! It’s toxic to dogs and cats—keep those heart-shaped boxes out of reach! 🍫❌ 🌷 Choose Pet-Safe Flowers: Lilies are extremely toxic to cats—roses without thorns are a safer choice! 🌹 🎀 Watch for Small Decorations: Ribbons, balloons, and wrappers can cause choking or blockages. 🎉 💙 We’re Here for You in an Emergency If your pet gets into something they shouldn’t this Valentine’s Day, contact us at i-Care Veterinary Hospital. Our urgent care services are here to help! 🐾🩺 📞 Call us: 250-947-9364 📍 Visit us: 2450 Alberni Hwy, Coombs, BC 🌐 Learn more: icarevet.com #HappyValentinesDay #PawsAndKisses #iCareVets #LoveAtFirstSight #FurEverValentine

🐾 This pup hurt his paw and needed stitches—here’s what to do if your pet is injured! 🐾 Accidents can happen in an instant. Whether it’s a cut, limp, or swollen paw, knowing when to seek urgent care can make all the difference in your pet’s recovery. 🚨 Steps to Take If Your Pet is Injured: ✅ Stay calm and assess the injury. ✅ Control bleeding with gentle pressure. ✅ Keep your pet still to prevent further damage. ✅ Seek urgent veterinary care for deep cuts, swelling, or limping. 🐶 How We Helped This Dog: This pup arrived at i-Care Veterinary Hospital with a deep wound on his rear right paw that needed stitches. ✔ Dr. Erynn Buhr first listened to his heart and lungs to ensure he was stable for sedation. ✔ Because stitching a wound requires absolute stillness, sedation was necessary to allow for safe treatment. ✔ Once sedated, Dr. Buhr checked for additional injuries before proceeding with wound care. ✔ The wound was cleaned, stitched, and bandaged, and pain relief was provided to aid healing. At i-Care Veterinary Hospital, we provide same-day urgent care appointments for pets with injuries like this. Deep cuts, limping, and swelling shouldn’t wait—this is exactly what urgent care is for! 💙 If your pet is injured, call us for urgent care or to determine if emergency care is needed. 📞 Call us at 250-947-9364 🏥 Same-day urgent care appointments available! Please call to confirm availability. 📢 Share this post to help other pet parents know what to do in case of an accident!

🚨 Is your pet experiencing vomiting or diarrhea? Here’s when to seek veterinary care! 🚨 Occasional stomach upset happens, but frequent vomiting or diarrhea can signal a serious problem. If your pet is showing any of these symptoms, don’t wait—call us for urgent care! 🐾 When to Seek Emergency or Urgent Care: 🚨 Multiple episodes of vomiting or diarrhea in a short time 🚨 Blood in vomit or stool (bright red or dark, tarry appearance) 🚨 Severe lethargy, weakness, or signs of dehydration 🚨 Bloating, abdominal pain, or trouble keeping food down 🚨 Suspected toxin or foreign object ingestion At i-Care Veterinary Hospital, we offer same-day urgent care appointments to help pets feel better—fast! If you’re unsure whether your pet needs urgent care or emergency care, give us a call, and we’ll guide you on the next steps. 📞 Call us at 250-947-9364 🐶🐱 Share this post to help other pet parents recognize when to seek veterinary care! 💙

📣 Does Your Pet Need Urgent Care or Emergency Care? 🐾 When your furry friend isn’t feeling well, it can be hard to know whether they need urgent attention or are facing a life-threatening emergency. At i-Care Veterinary Hospital, we’re here to help you make the right decision—fast. 💡 Urgent Care: ✔ Vomiting, diarrhea, or dehydration ✔ Minor injuries like cuts or limping ✔ Allergic reactions or mild swelling ✔ Eye irritation or ear infections 💡 Emergency Care: 🚨 Difficulty breathing or choking 🚨 Severe bleeding that won’t stop 🚨 Seizures lasting over 5 minutes 🚨 Suspected poisoning or toxin ingestion If you’re ever unsure, call us right away! Our team will guide you on the best steps to take to keep your pet safe and healthy. 🐾 We offer same-day urgent care services for non-life-threatening but time-sensitive issues. 📞 Call us today at 250-947-9364 🌐 Contact us online at https://icarevet.com/contact/ Help spread the word by sharing this post—every pet parent should know the difference between urgent and emergency care! 💙

Is your pet trying to tell you something about their dental health? Bad breath, red gums, and difficulty eating are just a few signs that your furry friend might need a dental check-up. Left untreated, dental disease can cause pain, tooth loss, and even affect vital organs like the heart and kidneys. In our latest blog post, we’re sharing the 7 key signs of dental disease every pet owner should know: 🦷 Bad breath that won’t go away. 🦷 Yellow or brown teeth from tartar buildup. 🦷 Red, swollen, or bleeding gums. 🦷 And more! See blog post here: https://icarevet.com/recognizing-dental-disease-7-signs-your-pet-needs-a-dental-check-up/ 🐾 Keep your pet happy, healthy, and pain-free with regular dental exams at i-Care Veterinary Hospital. 📞 Call us at 250-947-9364 Share this post to help other pet parents learn the early signs of dental disease! 💙

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Is your pet’s breath less-than-fresh? That might be more than just “doggy breath”! Over 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of dental disease by age three. Without proper care, this can lead to pain, infections, and even damage to vital organs like the heart and kidneys. At i-Care Veterinary Hospital, we provide Comprehensive Oral Health Assessments and Treatment (COHAT) to keep your pet’s teeth healthy and prevent serious issues before they start. 🐾 Dental Health Month is coming this February! 🦷 Book early to secure your pet’s spot and give them the gift of a healthy smile. 📞 Call us at 250-947-9364 or 🌐 Visit our website to book an appointment today: https://icarevet.com/contact/ Share this post to help other pet parents learn why dental care is so important! 🐕🐈💙

🐾🥳 New year, same fluff! (Okay, maybe a little more fluff after the holidays. We’re not judging! 🐕🐾) Wishing you and your pets a 2025 full of belly rubs, extra treats, and fewer “oops” moments. If you need us, we’ll be right here—probably covered in fur. Happy New Year! PLEASE NOTE: We are closed today, January 1st, but we'll re-open January 2nd. #pethealth #doglover #catlover