VCA Canada Westside Animal Hospital

VCA Canada Westside Animal Hospital At VCA Canada, we're pet people too. We understand the importance of your morning snuggles and the t A healthy pet is a happy pet. Our hospital is here for you.

That's why our team of trained professionals offer quality care for your companion. We know them inside and out, which means we know when things are good and when we need to pay more attention.

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Veterinary Appreciation Day! ๐ŸŽ‰Today, we celebrate and thank the amazing veterinarians who dedicate their lives t...
06/18/2024

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Veterinary Appreciation Day! ๐ŸŽ‰

Today, we celebrate and thank the amazing veterinarians who dedicate their lives to keeping our furry friends happy and healthy. ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ From routine check-ups to life-saving surgeries, their expertise and compassion make a world of difference.
Let's show them some love! ๐Ÿ’š

โœจ Share your story: Tell us about a time when your vet went above and beyond for your pet. ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ Use the hashtag to join the celebration and spread the appreciation!

Together, let's make this day special for those who make our pets' lives better every day. ๐ŸŒŸ


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Feel free to share pictures or videos of your pets, too! Let's flood the feed with gratitude and love. โค๏ธ๐Ÿ“ธ

Have you booked your pet in for their heartworm and tick testing yet? If your pet is signed up for one of our Wellness P...
06/14/2024

Have you booked your pet in for their heartworm and tick testing yet? If your pet is signed up for one of our Wellness Plans then the heartworm and tick testing is included!

๐Ÿ’‰ VCA Canada is proud to celebrate our partner, Canadian Animal Blood Bank this World Blood Donor Day! The CABB is a not...
06/14/2024

๐Ÿ’‰ VCA Canada is proud to celebrate our partner, Canadian Animal Blood Bank this World Blood Donor Day!

The CABB is a not-for-profit, CRA-registered charity that saves the lives of dogs across Canada by leading education in transfusion medicine and providing the highest quality blood to veterinarians and dog owners.

This World Blood Donor Day, we want to highlight the critical work CABB does and encourage all dog owners to consider becoming part of this lifesaving initiative.

Throughout the year, CABB hosts donor clinics at various VCA Canada hospitals nationwide. Thinking of becoming a donor? The CABB ensure a stress-free environment for both you and your beloved companions (with plenty of treats included).

To all the pet parents who have registered their dogs as blood donors, we want to say a huge THANK YOU! โค๏ธ Together, you and your greatest companions are saving dogs' lives every day.

Do you have your pet on their monthly parasite prevention? Even indoor pets are at risk of getting parasites from other ...
06/12/2024

Do you have your pet on their monthly parasite prevention? Even indoor pets are at risk of getting parasites from other pets in the house, from your shoes and from mosquitoes entering your house! We have both oral and topical options for prevention so call today to have your pets next dose set aside!

๐Ÿฑ What does normal growth and development look like?Kittens grow quickly, maturing to adulthood by the time they are 10-...
06/12/2024

๐Ÿฑ What does normal growth and development look like?

Kittens grow quickly, maturing to adulthood by the time they are 10-12 months of age. Their growth rate slows as they approach 80% of adult size at about 30 weeks of age, and they reach adult body size at about 40 weeks of age.

Growth rates for kittens vary by breed and involve a complex process of interactions among genetics, nutrition, and the environment. Proper nutrition is critical to the health and development of kittens, regardless of breed, and it directly influences their immune system and body composition. The nutrient density of food and the amount of food fed can mean the difference between optimal growth and maximal growth.

Shop for your pets food and treats online from the comfort of your own home!! Delivered right to your door with free del...
06/11/2024

Shop for your pets food and treats online from the comfort of your own home!! Delivered right to your door with free delivery over $50!!
Easy reorder!
Safe and secure!
No more heavy lifting!

๐Ÿฑ Hugging your cat isn't just a simple gesture; it's a heartwarming expression of love and affection that deepens the bo...
06/11/2024

๐Ÿฑ Hugging your cat isn't just a simple gesture; it's a heartwarming expression of love and affection that deepens the bond between you and your furry friend. ๐Ÿ’•

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Do you have your cat on their monthly protection yet? It's a good idea to keep even indoor cats on monthly prevention to...
06/10/2024

Do you have your cat on their monthly protection yet? It's a good idea to keep even indoor cats on monthly prevention to help prevent them from getting any parasite infestations. Please call us if you have any questions about prevention for your cat!

๐Ÿฑ Considering adopting a cat? It's a decision that's bound to bring endless love, laughter, and joy into your life! Adop...
06/08/2024

๐Ÿฑ Considering adopting a cat? It's a decision that's bound to bring endless love, laughter, and joy into your life! Adopting a cat isn't just about giving a furry friend a forever home; it's about welcoming a new member into your family and embarking on a heartwarming journey filled with purrs, cuddles, and unforgettable moments.

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Mosquitos can cause quite a problem in our furry family members! Since mosquitos get inside our houses easily it's best ...
06/07/2024

Mosquitos can cause quite a problem in our furry family members! Since mosquitos get inside our houses easily it's best to keep even indoor pets on heartworm prevention throughout mosquito season! We recommend having your pets on an all in one monthly chew but if your pet doesn't like chews we have topical options as well!

๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’–  One of the most beautiful things about pets is their unwavering loyalty and unconditional love. Whether you're comin...
06/06/2024

๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’– One of the most beautiful things about pets is their unwavering loyalty and unconditional love. Whether you're coming home after a long day at work or simply lounging on the couch, pets are always there by your side, ready to offer comfort, companionship, and a listening ear. Their presence brings a sense of warmth and security to our lives, reminding us that we're never alone as long as we have our furry friends by our side.

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Do you have your pet on their monthly parasite prevention? There are oral and topical options available for dogs and top...
06/05/2024

Do you have your pet on their monthly parasite prevention? There are oral and topical options available for dogs and topical options for cats!

Don't forget to bring your pets poo to their next appointment!
06/03/2024

Don't forget to bring your pets poo to their next appointment!

Have you scheduled your pet in for their heartworm and tick disease testing? Catching diseases early is key in helping t...
05/31/2024

Have you scheduled your pet in for their heartworm and tick disease testing? Catching diseases early is key in helping treat them. Help prevent your pet from contracting these diseases by having them on a year round prevention.

๐Ÿพ Attention Pet Parents! ๐ŸพPlanning a trip to the U.S. with your furry companion? ๐Ÿถโœˆ๏ธ The Centers for Disease Control and...
05/30/2024

๐Ÿพ Attention Pet Parents! ๐Ÿพ

Planning a trip to the U.S. with your furry companion? ๐Ÿถโœˆ๏ธ

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated their travel rules for dogs, effective August 1, 2024, and it might affect your plans. It is very important to make sure youโ€™re up-to-date on these new regulations before you leave by checking out the full list of requirements on the CDC website.

Here's a quick look at the rules that have been updated:
โ€ข Dogs must be at least 6 months of age at the time of entry or return to the U.S.
โ€ข Dogs must have an implanted International Organization for Standardization (ISO)-compatible microchip.
โ€ข Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival, or they may be required to undergo isolation, veterinary examinations and additional testing, at the importerโ€™s expense, to determine if the dog has a contagious disease.
โ€ข Owners must have a CDC Dog Import Form receipt that includes all current information, including the correct port of entry where the dog is arriving.

To learn more about the many specific details that accompany each new requirement, click the link below.

https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs-entering-us-after-august-1.html

Although we recommend year round prevention for ticks, spring is when most parasites come out. Ensure your pet is safe a...
05/29/2024

Although we recommend year round prevention for ticks, spring is when most parasites come out. Ensure your pet is safe and protected by getting their heartworm and tick testing done this month as well as starting (or continuing!) them on prevention.

๐Ÿถ Why are noses important to dogs?The canine nose does more than smell the roses. While humans primarily depend on their...
05/29/2024

๐Ÿถ Why are noses important to dogs?

The canine nose does more than smell the roses. While humans primarily depend on their vision, dogs use both sight and smell to assess their surroundings and communicate. People spend more time interpreting visual data than olfactory information. Dogs are just the opposite.

Dogs devote lots of brain power to interpreting smells. They have more than 100 million sensory receptor sites in the nasal cavity compared to 6 million in people, and the area of the canine brain devoted to analyzing odors is about 40 times larger than the comparable part of the human brain. In fact, it has been estimated that dogs can smell anywhere from 1,000 to 10,000 times better than people.

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing for dogs! The senior plan also includes blo...
05/24/2024

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing for dogs! The senior plan also includes blood work and urine to further assess your pets organs and blood cells as well as a f***l to test for intestinal parasites. Please let us know if you would like more information!

๐Ÿข Happy  ! Let's celebrate these incredible creatures and the vital role they play in our ecosystem. Whether they're gli...
05/23/2024

๐Ÿข Happy ! Let's celebrate these incredible creatures and the vital role they play in our ecosystem. Whether they're gliding through the water or basking in the sun, turtles remind us to take life at our own pace and appreciate the beauty of the world around us. ๐ŸŒŠ

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing for dogs! The adult plan also includes bloo...
05/22/2024

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing for dogs! The adult plan also includes blood work and urine to further assess your pets organs and blood cells as well as a f***l to test for intestinal parasites. Please let us know if you would like more information!

๐Ÿถ Why do dogs have wet noses?The canine nose works best when it is damp. The wet outer nose and mucus-covered nasal cana...
05/22/2024

๐Ÿถ Why do dogs have wet noses?

The canine nose works best when it is damp. The wet outer nose and mucus-covered nasal canal efficiently capture scent particles. Moisture is so important to the canine sense of smell, that dogs will lick their noses when they become dry. Smart canines do not want to miss out on important information due to a dry nose!

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing as well as f***l testing to test for intest...
05/20/2024

All of our Care Club Wellness plans cover heartworm and tick disease testing as well as f***l testing to test for intestinal parasites for dogs! If your dog is a puppy then the puppy plan will also cover up to 3 doses of deworming as well.

๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿถ Why should I take my dog for wellness testing?Dogs are very good at masking illness and disease. If a disease can be ...
05/15/2024

๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿถ Why should I take my dog for wellness testing?

Dogs are very good at masking illness and disease. If a disease can be detected early, before a pet shows signs of illness, then steps can often be taken to manage or correct the problem before permanent damage occurs. Wellness testing is particularly important in senior and geriatric dogs, since there is a greater chance that an older dog will develop disease or have an ongoing but stable condition that needs to be monitored.

05/14/2024

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VCA Canada Westside Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Midtown Toronto. We offer preventative care exams and vaccines, on-site radiography, routine surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, and veterinary nutrition. We are here to care for lifeโ€™s greatest companions!