Roncy Village Veterinary Clinic

Roncy Village Veterinary Clinic #1 rated full-service veterinary clinic caring for cats & dogs in Roncesvalles, High Park & beyond Part of your Community, Part of your Family.

Thank you for voting us both NOW & Toronto Star’s Best Animal Hospital in TO 2021! We are a full-service veterinary clinic serving cats & dogs in the Roncesvalles, High Park, Junction, and Parkdale neighbourhoods. We are proud to also welcome patients from across Toronto and beyond for our minimally-invasive specialty laparoscopic spay surgeries.

Welcome to Roncy & 🇨🇦 Tahini! This lovely ragdoll mix girl was living on the streets in Egypt when she was rescued & cam...
04/13/2025

Welcome to Roncy & 🇨🇦 Tahini! This lovely ragdoll mix girl was living on the streets in Egypt when she was rescued & came to Canada to live the life she deserves! She’s about 1 year old and had a health checkup with Dr Amina this week ❤️

☀Now this feels like spring - ticks' favourite time of year! Get TWO DOSES FREE when you order a full year (12 months) o...
04/03/2025

☀Now this feels like spring - ticks' favourite time of year! Get TWO DOSES FREE when you order a full year (12 months) of parasite prevention medication for your pet ... plus online rebates on orders of 6-12 doses! High Park & waterfront parks are local tick hotspots, but even backyard grasses and shrubs are tick habitat, so make sure that your dogs (and your cats, if they go outdoors at all) are protected. Ticks are very hard to spot before they bite and become engorged with blood - you can see in the picture how small they are compared to the tip of your finger!

Parasite protection medication protects against fleas & kills intestinal worms too, which are a risk all winter long. If your dog or cat isn't already on year-round parasite protection, it's time to re-start their monthly medication now!

You can order online or learn more about the diseases and health risks caused by parasites here: https://roncyvillagevetclinic.com/forms/fthmeds/ OR if your pet is due for their annual exam (or tick & heartworm disease testing for dogs), give us a call at 416-538-8387 and we can take care of everything in one visit!

Enjoy the sun!

Pick up your pet’s meds & food before Monday lunchtime please! We are closing early at 2pm on Monday March 31 for spring...
03/27/2025

Pick up your pet’s meds & food before Monday lunchtime please! We are closing early at 2pm on Monday March 31 for spring inventory & all medications, food & products that have been on hold & waiting for pickup for over 14 days will be returned to inventory. If you can’t make it in before Monday, just give us a call - you can purchase them over the phone if you need us to keep holding them a bit longer. 😊 THANK YOU!

Pick up your pet’s meds before Monday lunchtime please! We are closing early at 2pm on Monday March 31 for spring invent...
03/27/2025

Pick up your pet’s meds before Monday lunchtime please! We are closing early at 2pm on Monday March 31 for spring inventory & all medications that have been on hold & waiting for pickup for over 14 days will be returned to inventory. If you can’t make it in before Monday, just give us a call - you can purchase them over the phone if you need us to keep holding them a bit longer. 😊 THANK YOU!

🇨🇦 Biscuit was pretty happy to find this Canadian sausage in our Annex Cat Rescue catnip toy donation basket! Packed ful...
03/25/2025

🇨🇦 Biscuit was pretty happy to find this Canadian sausage in our Annex Cat Rescue catnip toy donation basket! Packed full of organic catnip grown in BC & sewn by a tireless volunteer right here in Toronto! ❤️ 🇨🇦

This morning's Pet Poison Prevention Week focus is grapes, raisins & currants, which can cause kidney failure and even d...
03/24/2025

This morning's Pet Poison Prevention Week focus is grapes, raisins & currants, which can cause kidney failure and even death in dogs. That includes oatmeal raisin cookies, cinnamon raisin bagels, trail mix, raisin bran...all are potential toxins. (There have been anecdotal reports of cats & ferrets being affected too, so keep grape, raisin & currant treats away from all pets). Raisins are more concentrated than grapes, so are believed to be more dangerous, and dogs are more likely to become poisoned if they ingest large amounts of fruit - however, there is significant individual sensitivity amongst dogs. Some dogs appear to tolerate small doses of the fruit without consequence while other dogs may develop poisoning after the ingestion of just a few grapes or raisins. There is no way to predict which dogs may be more sensitive, and it is not currently known why these fruits are toxic, or why the toxicity differs across different dogs.

If you suspect that your pet has eaten any of these fruits, contact us immediately (if it's after hours call an emergency clinic or the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661). As with any toxin, the sooner the poisoning is diagnosed & treated, the less dangerous for your pet & the less expensive therapy will be for you.

Vets will take immediate action to block absorption of the toxins (by inducing vomiting & administering activated charcoal) and to prevent or minimize damage to the kidneys (by aggressively administering intravenous fluids to flush any absorbed toxins out of the body & using medications to help maintain kidney function). They will also recommend diagnostic blood tests to assess the amount of damage to the kidneys, which will help determine the dog's likelihood of recovery.

Prognosis depends on many factors, including how severe the poisoning was, whether treatment was initiated soon enough to block absorption of any of the toxins, whether or not the dog has already developed kidney failure, and whether the clinical signs and kidney values improved once treatment was started.

Prevention is the best medicine - always keep grapes, raisins, currants & treats containing them securely away from your pets!

Onions, garlic, chives & leeks are at the heart of many culinary masterpieces. but this morning's Pet Poison Prevention ...
03/23/2025

Onions, garlic, chives & leeks are at the heart of many culinary masterpieces. but this morning's Pet Poison Prevention Week article explains why they are bad news for cats & dogs.

These are all members of the Allium family, and are poisonous to both dogs & cats if they eat a single large serving or repeatedly nibble on small amounts over time. Garlic is considered to be about five times as toxic as onions for cats and dogs. Any form of these vegetables can be toxic, including dried, powdered, liquid, cooked or raw, as well as human nutritional supplements (like garlic tablets). Certain dog & cat breeds and species seem to be more sensitive to these plants, particularly those of Japanese descent (e.g., Akita or Shiba Inu).

Allium poisoning results in gastroenteritis (e.g., nausea, oral irritation, drooling, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea), and more seriously, oxidative damage to the red blood cells, which causes them to rupture. Red blood cells carry oxygen around the body, so their destruction leads to symptoms of anemia, including lethargy, pale gums, an elevated heart rate, an increased respiratory rate, weakness, exercise intolerance, collapse, and even death. Alliums also relax heart muscles and dilate blood vessels causing circulatory problems and low blood pressure. This leads to weakness and further impedes the delivery of oxygen to vital organs. Moreover, chemicals derived from some of these plants diminish the ability of the blood to clot.

Allium poisoning may have a delayed onset, and clinical signs may not be apparent for several days. If you suspect that your cat or dog has eaten one of these plants, call us right away (or after hours, call your nearest emergency clinic or the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661). If the ingestion was recent, vets may be able to induce vomiting to remove any undigested plants from your pet's stomach, and administer activated charcoal to prevent the toxin from taking hold in the body. If the allium has already been digested, your pet may require IV fluids & medications, and if they have severe anemia, they may require a blood transfusion and oxygen therapy.

Believe us, your pet does NOT want to be high! As we go into the weekend, let's take a look at the risks cannabis poses ...
03/22/2025

Believe us, your pet does NOT want to be high! As we go into the weekend, let's take a look at the risks cannabis poses to dogs & cats and what you can do to protect pets & wildlife.

THC is the main psychoactive chemical in cannabis, and since legalization we have seen more dogs & cats suffering from toxicity. (THC is different than CBD, an extract that may have medical benefits for certain conditions at careful doses).

Pets are often coming in contact with cannabis products at home (including oils, 'edibles' (candies & baked goods) &dried ma*****na), but dogs can also find and consume discarded ma*****na joint butts on walks - they find the smell irresistible. Many cats love the taste of butter and the carrier oils that THC oils are made with, and will quickly consume a very dangerous amount if they find an open bottle, some spilled oil, or a homemade infusion for baking.

The symptoms of THC exposure in pets can include sedation/lethargy, dilated pupils/glassy eyes, dazed expression, difficulty walking, vomiting, whining or crying, agitation, dribbling urine, tremors and/or seizures. If you suspect your pet has eaten cannabis, call us right away (or after hours call an emergency vet clinic). Tell the vet what you suspect, as it's much harder to help your pet if we don't know what they have potentially been exposed to - we will never judge you, our duty of care is to your pets!

If we act quickly, it may be possible to induce vomiting and decrease the toxic levels absorbed. We also give activated charcoal by mouth to help bind up the toxins so they pass through the body unabsorbed. Depending on the pet's condition, hospitalization, IV fluids, gastro-protectant medications and warming may be necessary.

Keep any cannabis products in your home locked securely out of reach of pets, and always securely dispose of your butts - yes, even outside please! - to prevent pets AND wildlife from consuming them & suffering. Remember that chocolate is toxic to pets, so 'pot brownies' are doubly toxic. Keep your dogs on a short leash and always watch them carefully on walks to prevent them from eating *any* unknown substance!

It's Poison Prevention week...and chocolate is the most common reason (by far!) for calls to the Pet Poison Helpline. Ch...
03/21/2025

It's Poison Prevention week...and chocolate is the most common reason (by far!) for calls to the Pet Poison Helpline. Chocolate contains compounds toxic to dogs called methylxanthines, including theobromine and caffeine. The more pure (darker) the chocolate, the higher the toxins. Just a small piece of dark chocolate may be enough to harm a small dog. The toxic dose for cats is even lower than for dogs, but cats are less prone to eating chocolate since they are unable to taste sweetness.

Once ingested by a dog (or cat), theobromines can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, and in severe cases, death.

If your pet has ingested chocolate or any other substance that you know or believe to be toxic, immediately phone us (or if it's after hours call an emergency clinic or the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661), to find out if you need to rush them in. Using information about your pet's weight and the type and amount of chocolate they ingested, we will be able to calculate whether the amount ingested is of concern or not. Keep the packaging from the chocolate, as it may contain important information for this calculation! If your pet has consumed a dangerous dose of chocolate, the faster you get to a clinic to induce vomiting, the better. Even if the chocolate was ingested up to 4-6 hours ago, it may still be possible to induce vomiting to get some of the chocolate out of their system.

Once it has been digested, the toxic compounds from chocolate will take 4 days to work their way out of your pet's system, and hospitalization and supportive care, including intravenous fluids may be required. In most cases, after appropriate treatment pets will recover from chocolate ingestion and be no worse for wear. However in rare cases fatalities can occur, so keep your pets safe by always keeping chocolate and baked goods securely away from pets!

☀️ It was such a beautiful day that Marley had to break out his 🕶️Doggles🕶️ on his lunchtime walk with vet tech mom Ina!...
03/19/2025

☀️ It was such a beautiful day that Marley had to break out his 🕶️Doggles🕶️ on his lunchtime walk with vet tech mom Ina! ❤️ Marley has iris atrophy - the muscles that control his pupil have started to thin & weaken so they can’t contract in bright light. That makes him very light sensitive, so the Doggles protect his eyes and make him comfortable so he can still enjoy quality time outside. ❤️ ❤️❤️ Some of the signs that an aging dog is developing iris atrophy could be light sensitivity, squinting, irregular pupils (i.e., misshapen, rough edges, dilated, less responsive), duller eye colour, or even visible holes or patchiness on the iris (the coloured part of the eye). If you see eye symptoms it’s extremely important to get an eye exam to confirm the diagnosis though - many other eye issues can cause the same signs, and some require urgent treatment!

Let's Brush Those Teeth! (Why you should & How to do it!)Dental disease is painful, expensive & to a large extent preven...
03/18/2025

Let's Brush Those Teeth! (Why you should & How to do it!)

Dental disease is painful, expensive & to a large extent preventable, making home dental care one of the best and cheapest investments you can make in your pet's health.

Why do we have to brush our pets' teeth?

The exact same reason we do! Just like us, a film of plaque (bacteria) starts building up immediately after eating, and if it isn't brushed away this bacteria combines with the calcium in their food and hardens into tartar. Once tartar builds up, it starts to push their gums away from their teeth and create a pathway for bacteria to travel up the teeth toward the roots, and cause abscesses, destroy the ligaments that hold the teeth to the bone, and enter the pet's bloodstream.

Tooth brushing to remove daily plaque buildup before it can turn into tartar can short circuit this process and dramatically reduce tartar buildup. Daily is best, but even 3-4 times per week will have an impact - something is better than nothing! Once tartar has built up, professional dental cleanings under anesthesia are needed to remove the tartar from the teeth and under the gumline. All pets will still need veterinary dental cleanings (and you can save 10% by booking your pet's by March 31!), but brushing their teeth regularly can reduce the frequency, saving you a lot of money over their lifetime!

So HOW do I start brushing my pet's teeth?

Don't just dive in there - your pet won't understand what you're doing! The most successful method is to gradually desensitize your cat or dog to having their mouth handled. During your daily cuddle sessions, start massaging and lifting your pet's lips, and touching their front teeth. Work up to rubbing their teeth and sliding your finger back along their gum. Putting a bit of pet toothpaste, tuna juice or chicken baby food on your finger can make this seem like a treat. Then you can graduate to full tooth brushing by following the step by step guides on our website - visit https://www.roncyvillagevetclinic.com/en-ca/resources/pet-health-library and search "brushing".

Taking a few weeks to slowly build up to full tooth brushing can make all the difference to your pet's acceptance. If you're still having trouble, please tell us at your pet's next appointment and we would be happy to help!

Is your dog due for Accuplex tick-borne disease & heartworm testing this spring? Book at our pop-up clinic next Saturday...
03/15/2025

Is your dog due for Accuplex tick-borne disease & heartworm testing this spring? Book at our pop-up clinic next Saturday & save 20% on upgraded labwork panels that include both Accuplex & wellness testing!

⭐PLUS⭐: order a full year (12 months) of parasite protection & get 2 of your 12 doses FREE ... in addition to online rebates (available for orders of 6+ doses)!

Reserve your dog's spot now by calling 416-538-8387 or requesting an appointment online: https://practices.allydvm.com/online-booking?practice=roncy

Have a cat? You need to know what resorptive lesions are! This 5 year old floofball is Clementine - she came in for a de...
03/14/2025

Have a cat? You need to know what resorptive lesions are! This 5 year old floofball is Clementine - she came in for a dental because she had a loose tooth and some gum recession & gingivitis around her canines (large front teeth), which you can see in her before & after pictures. However, her dental x-rays also found a resorptive lesion on another tooth, so she ended up getting two teeth removed (and felt much better as a result)!

Feline oral resorptive lesions (FORLs) are one of the most common and painful dental conditions that cats can suffer from. The lesion is actually a hole where the tooth has started to dissolve. The nerves will eventually become exposed, making these lesions incredibly painful. If a resorptive lesion is advanced, you may see the tooth appear red at the base, or it may look like the gum is creeping up the tooth. When kitties are lucky (like Clementine!) we can catch resorptive lesions with a careful exam or dental x-rays before they get to the most painful stage, which is why regular dental health checks & periodic preventative cleanings with dental x-rays are so important. On an x-ray, a resorptive lesion will look like a portion of the tooth or root is missing - you can see a really good example in this x-ray from one of our other kitty patients.

The cause of these painful lesions on the teeth is unknown but genetics may be a factor. Unfortunately, even diligent tooth-brushing can't prevent these lesions (although it does help prevent other dental disease)! The only treatment for a resorptive lesion is to remove the affected tooth. While cats are very good at masking their pain, and may not show any signs that they have a resorptive lesion, we often hear clients tell us their cats seem more playful or friendly & “like a kitten again” once they have been diagnosed and had the affected teeth removed!

Oral health IS overall health & has a huge impact on our pets' quality of life. If your pet needs dental care, remember that our Pet Dental Health Month promotion is only on for a few more weeks! Call or email us by March 31 with your request to book a dental for your cat or dog, and save 10% + get a free bag of T/D dental care diet!

How did we celebrate our birthday? Visited the vet for treats of course! Happy 3rd birthday Osa ❤️🎂🎉
03/11/2025

How did we celebrate our birthday? Visited the vet for treats of course! Happy 3rd birthday Osa ❤️🎂🎉

⭐New parasite protection specials for 2025⭐ Can you spot the tick? Now that the weather has FINALLY thawed, they are out...
03/11/2025

⭐New parasite protection specials for 2025⭐ Can you spot the tick? Now that the weather has FINALLY thawed, they are out and hungry (and fleas & intestinal worms have remained a risk all winter long). If your dog or cat isn't already on year-round parasite protection, it's time to re-start their monthly medication now. ⭐NEW FOR 2025⭐: order a full year (12 months) of parasite protection for your pet, and get 2 of your 12 doses FREE ... plus online rebates on orders of 6-12 doses!

You can order online or learn more about the diseases and health risks caused by parasites here: https://roncyvillagevetclinic.com/forms/fthmeds/ OR...if your pet is due for their annual exam (or tick & heartworm disease testing for dogs), give us a call at 416-538-8387 and we can take care of everything in one visit!

You've got another chance to save 10% on dental cleanings & extractions + take home a free bag of Hill’s T/D dental care...
03/06/2025

You've got another chance to save 10% on dental cleanings & extractions + take home a free bag of Hill’s T/D dental care diet! We've extended our promotion to all bookings made by March 31, 2025 - call us at (416) 538-8387 or email [email protected] to learn more.

Proactive dental care goes far beyond your pet's mouth...it can also add 3 to 5 years to your pet's life!!! When dental disease develops, the dangerous bacteria that live on your pet's teeth enter your pet's bloodstream, reaching and damaging their heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and other organs.

Dental disease is also very painful...think of how your own mouth feels when just one tooth is sensitive, or you have a single canker sore. Many cats and dogs suffer in silence with multiple diseased teeth or painfully inflamed gums around their entire mouth - for these pets, dental care can be life-changing, and their entire personality can transform once they are no longer in constant pain.

If we've recommended a dental for your pet or you want to proactively prevent dental disease before it starts, contact us now to save 10%...This only happens once a year!

Unexpected buddies! Staff pets Enzo (Corgi) & Cheeky (tabby cat) were both visiting the clinic & chose to hang out toget...
03/04/2025

Unexpected buddies! Staff pets Enzo (Corgi) & Cheeky (tabby cat) were both visiting the clinic & chose to hang out together. ❤️ Before this, nobody ever knew that Cheeky liked dogs…surprise!

It's National Peanut Butter Lovers Day! But if your pup likes PB, be careful - it can be a great way to hide pills but y...
03/01/2025

It's National Peanut Butter Lovers Day! But if your pup likes PB, be careful - it can be a great way to hide pills but you need to carefully check the ingredients. Some peanut butters (and other sugar free products) contain the natural sweetener xylitol, which is very toxic to dogs!

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215 Roncesvalles Avenue
Toronto, ON
M6R2L6

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Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 1pm
2pm - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
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We are a full-service veterinary hospital serving cats & dogs in the Roncesvalles, High Park, Junction, and Parkdale neighbourhoods. Our team of animal lovers offers preventative wellness care, sick pet and emergency care, complementary care (Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine), and full surgery and dental services. We are proud to welcome patients from across Toronto and beyond for minimally-invasive specialty laparoscopic spay surgeries. Please come in & meet our team! Part of your Community, Part of your Family.