Russell & District Veterinary Clinic

08/29/2024

We want to thank Dr. Kendra Elliott for her locum work with us this past month . Her last day was yesterday.
Dr. Marianne Sytnyk is back as of August 27 all the way up until October 18th. Welcome back Marianne , we’re happy to see you back !
Dr. Sytnyk will be away at a conference from September 11-13 and there will be no vet those days . The clinic will be open 9-4 for retail only .
We’re closed on September 2 for Labour Day and then again September 30 for National Truth and Reconciliation Day .
We want to wish you all a safe long weekend and a successful harvest !

08/16/2024

08/14/2024

08/13/2024

🐾 Barn Cat Spay & Neuter Day 🐾

We are excited to share with you our Barn Cat Spay & Neuter Day on September 24th 2024. Please call the clinic to book your spot!

08/10/2024

This handsome guy is still available ! He’s been neutered and vaccinated . We’re working on his manners and he’s getting much better on a leash.

07/28/2024

Hours for July 29- August 2. There is a small animal veterinarian on July 30 and 31. Retail only on the remaining days .

07/24/2024

Found intact male Pitbull mixed dog north of Rossburn, if this is your dog please call the clinic during business hours 1-204-773-3777.

06/28/2024

🇨🇦 The clinic will be closed July 1st 🇨🇦

Please note that there will be No Emergency Services this weekend starting 5pm June 28th until 9am July 2nd.

06/12/2024

Travel Checklist (for dogs entering the U.S.):

For dogs that have only been in countries that are dog rabies-free or low-risk in the 6 months before entry.
Please Note: These are the regulations as we understand them at this time (June 2024).
They may be subject to changes at any time. Changes are out of Russell Vet Clinic’s control. It is the client’s responsibility to keep themselves informed of the travel requirements.
Step 1: Once travel is planned.
• Book an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as you know your travel dates. Russell Vet Clinic is booking 2-4 weeks in advance will need time to accommodate travel appointments.
• Consider booking your appointment with the CFIA Once you know your travel dates as well.
• Verify that your dog will be at least 6 months old on the day of travel.
• Get Your dog microchipped or have a veterinarian verify its microchip number. Make sure the microchip number is listed on all veterinary records.
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Step 2: Recommend to begin 60-90 days before travel
• Visit a veterinarian to get your dog its rabies vaccination (or booster) before travel.
• Rabies vaccines administered prior to microchip administration are not recognized. First rabies vaccines given after microchip administration are valid for 1 year only.
• Rabies vaccines must be administered at least 28 days prior to veterinary completion of the Certification of Dog Arriving From DMRVV-Free or Low-Risk Country into The United States form.
• Dogs over 15 months of age are expected to have at least 2 Rabies vaccines.
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Step 3:
Recommended to begin 30 days before travel
• Ask the veterinarian to complete the Certification of Dog Arriving From DMRVV-Free or Low-Risk Country into The United States form or other CDC- approved documentation.
• The completed form must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (CFIA veterinarian.Brandon CFIA office contact: 204–578-6670).
• Collect all veterinary records from the past 6 months.
• Records must list an address for the veterinarian in the low-risk country from where the dog is departing for the U.S. and the dog’s microchip number.
• Begin making travel arrangements and reservations.
• The Certification of Dog Arriving From DMRVV-Free or Low-Risk Country into The United States form has different entry requirements depending on whether and where the dog was vaccinated. The form is valid for:
o A single entry for 30 days after the form was issued if it does not contain information about rabies vaccination administered in a dog rabies-free or low-risk country.
o Multiple entries into the U.S. for the duration the rabies vaccination is valid (1 or 3 years) if it contains information about rabies vaccination administered in a dog rabies free or low-risk country.
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Step 4: Before travel
• Take a photo of the dog and complete the CDC Dog Import Form (Not available until July 15, 2024).
• This form requires you to upload a picture (jpg, png, gif files only) of the dog showing its face and body.
• Dogs that will be less than one year of age at the time of arrival should have the photograph taken within 10 days of travel.
• Ensure you enter the dog’s microchip number into the form correctly.
• Submit a corrected form if any of the information on the form changes.
• Print a copy of CDC Dog Import Form receipt. You will receive this in your email. Ensure it accompanies the dog.
• Finalize travel arrangements with the airline or the transport company.
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Step 5: Day of Travel
• Present the following to the airline before boarding the dog:
o CDC Dog Import Form receipt
o Certification of Dog Arriving From DMRVV-Free or Low-Risk Country into The United States form (or other CDC-approved documentation)
• Arrive at the location on the CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
• Present the following to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer:
o CDC Dog Import Form receipt
o Certification of Dog Arriving From DMRVV-Free or Low-Risk Country into The United States form (or other CDC-approved documentation)

*Thank you to Birchwood Animal Hospital for letting us borrow this post*

06/10/2024

PSA
Dr. Huberdeau- Rubenuik will be starting her maternity leave on June 14th, 2024.
The clinic will remain open during her leave though there will be periods of time without a veterinarian due to the province wide vet shortage. On days when there is no coverage, the clinic will be open for retail from 9 am - 4 pm. As long as we have seen your animals within the year ( as per the VCPR) , you are able to pick up prescription products.

Dr. Marianne Sytnyk will be at the clinic beginning June 10th to July 19th. Dr. Sytnyk will be returning in September from the 2nd- October 15th. Dr. Sytnyk is both a large and small vet.

There will be a small animal vet here for July 22- 24 and July 30- 31.
In August there will be a large and small animal vet here for the following dates: August 7,8,9,12,13,14.

This will be a changing situation as we continue to search for a veterinarian. Please be patient and respectful to our staff. Verbal abuse will not be tolerated. Please call the clinic to get accurate information if you have questions.

We want to wish Dr. Huberdeau- Rubenuik a happy maternity leave.

06/06/2024

💙 June Special 💙

Only a few spots left!!!!

06/06/2024

🩷June Special 🩷

Only three spots available for this discounted price!!!!! Call now!

05/27/2024

🐾 We have more spots available! Please call soon to secure your spot! 🐾

05/10/2024

If you are interested in these spare parts or syringes please contact us!

04/09/2024

If you’re calling the clinic after hours with an emergency , the number is 204-773-2207.
The answering machine doesn’t seem to be working at the moment .

03/29/2024

The clinic will be closed for Good Friday . Regular hours resume Monday April 1st. Have a safe and happy Easter !

Emergency services are available this weekend.

03/25/2024

Hoof Trimming Services Available Now

We are very excited to share with our clients that we have purchased a hydraulic chute for our bovine patients! This is a stationary unit so appointments need to be in clinic.

Call today to inquire 204-773-3777

03/20/2024

🐾 Courtesy Post 🐾

03/19/2024

🐾 Courtesy Post 🐾

Name: Mikka
S*x: Female
Age: 3 years old
Fixed: Yes
Up to date on shots.
Loves children and other dogs.
Free to a good home with lots of room for her to run.
Contact Misha: 1-306-434-6755
Contact Kyle: 1-306-434-8901

03/04/2024

The vet clinic is closed until further notice due to road closures around Russell and staff that are snow bound at home .
All appointments are canceled and will be rescheduled once the clinic is open . Please stay safe and avoid all unnecessary travel .

02/27/2024

⭐️ 7 Spots Added!!!! ⭐️

Call the clinic today to get one of the last seven spots we have just opened up! Thank you all for your support and see you tomorrow! 🐾

02/16/2024

The clinic will be closed Monday February 19th, 2024 in honor of Louis Riel Day .
Emergency services are available all weekend .

02/15/2024

Is this your cat?

We are looking for the owner of this friendly cat that likes to hang around town. Please share to help us find the owner!🐾