Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital

12/11/2024

Have you ever seen anything so cute in your whole life? This is Timothy & we absolutely adore him!

08/11/2024

***ATTENTION OUTDOOR CAT OWNERS*** Today is a very sad day for our cat community. Another domestic cat has tested positive for FIV in Qualicum Beach (Shady Rest area). This is the FOURTH FIV positive cat in our community in the last five months. If your cat has outdoor access we strongly recommend routine annual testing. Please contact our office for more information.

08/11/2024

UPDATE: through the power of social media, the black cat has been reunited with his family for home burial. Thank you to everyone that’s taken the time to share these stories. It’s such a terrible tragedy when a kitty is taken too soon. Together we can help families find closure in their loss.

Sadly, two more kitties have been found, deceased in Bowser & Qualicum Bay. Neither cat was tattooed or microchipped so locating the families to share this terrible news will not be easy. PLEASE choose a form of permanent identification for your kitty AND keep all contact information up to date — this is especially important if your cat goes outside.

11/05/2024 — large, shorthaired, intact male brown tabby found in Bowser near Nile Creek Bridge.
11/08/2024 — medium-sized, shorthaired, black cat, gender undetermined found in Qualicum Bay just south of Cone Zone.

If either description above matches a cat you know or love please contact our office for more information.

07/11/2024

Do you remember Sam? Formerly known as Sly Steve, Sam was surrendered to Lighthouse Veterinary some years back where he remained a beloved resident until his adoption in 2022. Unfortunately, Sam’s loving adoptive mother is no longer well enough to care for him. We are now looking to find Sam a new forever home.

This friendly, outgoing guy is 15 years young, neutered & vet checked. Sam is very communicative & engaging — using his soft meow to greet you or gather your attention. Sam’s favourite activities include napping, cuddling & bird watching. His recent blood work reveals that he has developed kidney disease but with good care & a supportive diet Sam may still have years to spend as someone’s loving companion. Sam is not fond of dogs & would be best suited as the only pet in the home. Please ring our office for more information or to arrange a visit.

06/11/2024

**Please share so we can help bring some closure to this kitty’s family** A female, grey/brown tabby has been found deceased in Nanoose. Using her ID tattoo (WB338A) we were able to determine that her name is Sweetie, approximately 11 years old & originally came through our office in 2013 under Qualicum Cat Rescue. The tattoo is registered to a LEAH C — however, the contact information for this client is not up to date. Do you know a Leah C? Please help us find Sweetie’s family! They deserve to know that their special girl isn’t coming home.

06/11/2024

Please be advised that we will be closed this coming Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day

25/10/2024

We are deeply saddened to report that a beautiful, female silver tabby was found deceased this morning on Corcan Road (~900 block). She does not have a collar, ID tattoo or microchip. Her coat is very healthy & she has the most unique, distinctive silver tabby markings. We know someone has to be missing this gorgeous girl. She will be held here at Lighthouse Veterinary for the next seven days. Please ring our office if you think you may know this special girl.

24/10/2024

Noah was in yesterday to be fitted for his new pet wheelchair — spoiler alert: it was PERFECT for him! This beautiful, adjustable pet wheelchair was donated to us years ago & we’ve been saving it all this time for just the right doggie! We’re all so happy that the chair can aid Noah is his recovery! Watch Noah take his first few steps, supported by his new chair!

23/10/2024

Gorgeous Georgia is celebrating her 2nd birthday today! 🥳 She also happens to be featured on our NEW dark chocolate Hardship Fund Bars!

The proceeds from these delicious chocolate treats go to support our Hardship Fund -- intended to supplement veterinary care costs to members of our community in times of finical hardship.

23/10/2024

We absolutely love this photo of Max that his family shared with us! He is a such a handsome & photogenic guy!

22/10/2024

Betty dropped by today to show off her Halloween ensemble & flattering new haircut from Shakers Pet Grooming! Thanks for stopping in, Betty! It’s always a pleasure to see you!

21/10/2024

Introducing our new friend, Emmi-Lou! Isn’t she adorable?! 🥰

17/10/2024

**ATTENTION OUTDOOR CAT OWNERS** a feral cat has tested positive for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) in PARKSVILLE. We are heartbroken to report that this is the third FIV positive cat we have seen in the last four months. For this reason, we strongly encourage ALL of our clients with outdoor cats to please have their kitty/kitties tested for FIV & Feline Leukemia at least once a year.

FIV is a virus that causes AIDS in cats; however, there is a long asymptomatic period before AIDS occurs and our job is to prolong this asymptomatic period.

08/10/2024

RVTs Lucy & Melissa are getting into the Halloween spirit with matching scrubs today! Did you know that October is RVT month? Registered Veterinary Technologists are very knowledgeable, highly skilled & happy to help!

07/10/2024

Good morning, Lighthouse Community! Please note we will be closed next Monday October 14th for thanksgiving 🦃

24/09/2024

Congratulations to all the open house prize winners! Thank you to everyone that joined us last week for our open house!