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Monday 7:30am - 5pm Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm Thursday 7:30am - 5pm Friday 7:30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 3pm

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At Central Animal Hospital, our goal is to provide compassionate and exceptional veterinary care to
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09/14/2024

🐶 Sid came in for some puppy booster vaccines and left with a pumpkin donut looking toy. 🐾 Sid was very happily showing off his great new toy to everyone. swipe to see the many faces he made during his pup-shoot! 😍

09/12/2024

Miss Oreo sitting so nice before her appointment 👑💖

09/11/2024

We will be closing the hospital early today, September 11th at 3pm. Sorry for any inconvenience! Please make sure any food or medications are ordered and picked up before hand! 🐾

09/04/2024

Our amazing technicians Emma and Janet are very mindful ✨ very demure✨

08/30/2024

It’s the long weekend! ☀️

Our Labour Day Hours are as follows:

Saturday, August 31st: 9am-3pm
Sunday, September 1st: CLOSED
Monday, September 2nd: CLOSED

Regular hours resume on Tuesday, September 3rd: 7:30am - 5pm

In case of an emergency, please call:

Fairfield Animal Hospital 250-860-6550
Tri-Lake Animal Hospital 250- 766-3236
Phases Veterinary Emergency (Kamloops)
236-766-0450

08/29/2024

Miss Nibbler aka ‘Nibs’ the fuzzy Frenchie came in for a visit today and we are in love! 😍🐾

08/23/2024

Griffey stopped by the clinic today for a visit and a snack! He loves his treats and the staff.
Check out this blog post from Petsecure pet health insurance about dogs and eating grass. Ever wondered why? Find out here! https://www.petsecure.com/en-CA/blogs/Why-do-dogs-eat-grass

08/22/2024

Sweet little Tilly found some comfy spots to sit before her appointment 🐾🤍

08/19/2024

The many faces of Bayne 😁😜😮🤎

08/12/2024

Work it Beau!!! He such a model isn’t he? 📸🤎

08/10/2024

Dexter wants to wish everyone a safe and fun weekend!

08/01/2024

We will be closed Monday August 5th for BC Day! Hope everyone enjoys their long weekend ☀️🐾

Hours

Friday 7:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday 9:00am -3:00pm
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:00pm

07/24/2024

🐾 Mr Bixby had a big day getting his dental procedure done by Alisha, our Dental Tech Extraordinaire! 😁🪥

07/22/2024

Happy Monday to all our lovely clients!😎

Cady just wants to remind everyone to keep their pets safe and out of this persistent heat wave!🥵

We had a patient come to us on the weekend that had collapsed from being out in the heat. He had to be transferred to the emergency hospital in critical condition and is still undergoing treatment😔

Please practice heat safety when it comes to your pet, we aren’t the only ones affected by this weather! ☀️

Do not take them in your car unless absolutely necessary and if so NEVER leave them in a parked car (having the windows down does nothing in terms of staying cool)🚗❌

Hydrate - Give them plenty of fresh cool water💧

Take them for a walk either early in the morning or late at night. The concrete will burn their pads and they could get heat stroke if out too long. ❌ DO NOT take them running, biking, hiking or any other high endurance activities!

🔥Signs of heat stroke - Excessive panting, drooling, breathing problems, pale gums, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness or collapse.

07/19/2024

Dr. Smith, Stella and Amber want to wish everyone a happy Friday!!☀️

Keep your pets safe this weekend with some hot weather tips:

💧Keep them hydrated💧
🐾Plan walks in early mornings or later in the evening 🐾
⛱Provide shade areas for your pets to relax in ⛱
❌NO HOT CARS ❌
🔥Careful of hot payment on pets paws🔥

07/17/2024

This elegant lady is Luna she is a Scottish Fold. The folded ears are the biggest characteristic of this beautiful breed!! 👑🐱🤍

07/16/2024

This beautiful girl is named Luna 💕 she was the sweetest for her exam 🩺

07/09/2024

Lenny and Sparrow enjoying the sunshine while staying cool waiting for their exam 😎☀️

Here is some helpful information regarding keeping our pets safe in this heat🥵

Never leave your pets in a parked car:

Not even for a minute! On a warm day, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise rapidly to dangerous levels. On an 29 degree day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows opened can reach 50 degrees within 10 minutes. Your pet may suffer irreversible organ damage or die.

Limit exercise on hot days:

Take care when exercising your pet. Adjust intensity and duration of exercise in accordance with the temperature. On very hot days, limit exercise to early morning or evening hours, and be especially careful with pets with white-colored ears, who are more susceptible to skin cancer, and short-nosed pets, who typically have difficulty breathing. Asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet’s paws, so walk your dog on the grass if possible. Always carry water with you to keep your dog from dehydrating.

Watch for signs of heatstroke:

Extreme temperatures can cause heatstroke. Some signs of heatstroke are heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, seizure and unconsciousness.

Animals are at particular risk for heat stroke if they are very old, very young, overweight, not conditioned to prolonged exercise, or have heart or respiratory disease. Some breeds of dogs—like boxers, pugs, shih tzus and other dogs and cats with short muzzles—will have a much harder time breathing in extreme heat.

07/03/2024

Nothing is cuter than a bucket full of puppies!!! 🥰🐶

06/25/2024

Happy camper Ruby wants to remind you of our long weekend hours! 🏕⛱

We will be closed Monday, July 1st, and open on Saturday, June 29th: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Our regular hours will resume on Tuesday, July 2nd: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM

In case of an emergency, please call:
Fairfield Animal Hospital 250-860-6550
Tri Lake Animal Hospital 250-766-3236
Phases Veterinary Emergency Hospital (Kamloops) 236-766-0450

We hope you have a safe and fun long weekend! Keep cool and enjoy the sunshine ☀️

06/24/2024

We would like to make everyone aware of an employment scam.

There is a job posting on Indeed for a Remote Personal Assistant for Dr Trinity Smith. This is NOT Central Animal Hospital. The email address they are using looks similar to ours, but ends with .com

This person(s) is taking information from legitimate listings on Indeed and using that information to create their own fake accounts. Once people apply, they follow up with a phishing email trying to get personal information.

PLEASE do NOT respond to this ad.

Indeed is working on having this posting removed from their site and blocking the email.

This is a reminder to be extremely cautious about what personal information we share online. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

06/20/2024

Let’s celebrate our staff pets with Amy’s cat, Olivia today! It’s her 11th birthday!! 🎂 join us in wishing Olivia a very happy birthday!!

06/18/2024

Cash being the most handsome dapper boy on his neuter day 🎩

06/17/2024

Bigga Boy waiting patiently for his appointment 🖤

06/11/2024

Please be careful when giving your dogs bones!🚨

This patient actually got into the compost in his backyard and thought he found a great snack 😬

After coming in from outside, he was pawing at his mouth incessantly which had become bloody. Concerned, his owners brought him in and the doctor found a bone lodged in the back of his throat!

Some things to be aware of when giving bones to your pet: It can cause broken teeth, shards can break off and can get stuck inside the mouth or throat, an entire bone can become lodged in the throat or cause a blockage in the intestines and bones with marrow in the center can cause pancreatitis if given too much.

Let's keep our fur babies safe!❤

06/07/2024

Happy Friday! 🐾

The lovely ladies at the front desk want to remind you to keep your pet safe and cool this weekend. It's going to be a warm one! 😎☀️

05/31/2024

Handsome Arlo got his vaccines and he’s ready for the weekend!

Happy Friday Everyone!🤎😜

05/29/2024

It's cold and wet outside, stay cozy and shop our online store from the comfort of your couch with your furbaby cuddling next to you!

Visit www.myvetstore.ca to purchase your pet's food, approved medications, toys and more!

05/27/2024

Charlie being the bestest boy for his first visit 💚

05/24/2024

You will never have to worry about running out of your pets food again!

With our Online Store you can conveniently set up Auto Orders that will be shipped to your door or to our Clinic at the exact time you need!🤯

Ask us how today!🐾

Address

1901 Kalamalka Lake Road
Vernon, BC
V1T0A5

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5pm
Friday	7:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.centralanimalhospital.ca/

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Happy Wednesday! Here’s some cute faces to get you through the rest of the week!🐾

Happy Wednesday! Here’s some cute faces to get you through the rest of the week 🐾

Miss Norma Jean was keeping an eye on things. Making sure Janet was doing her job right 👀😄

The Okanagan has had a Parvovirus outbreak within the last month. We have seen multiple patients with the virus and Daisy, a nine-month-old Jack Russel was one of them. She was brought in with symptoms of bloody diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy and a loss of appetite. After testing Daisy, it was confirmed that she had Canine Parvovirus. Due to the condition she was in, she had to stay with us at the hospital for multiple days. We were supporting Daisy with IV Fluids around the clock to keep her hydrated and syringe fed her to ensure she had proper nutrition. Staff needed to wear gloves, gown and booties each time they handled Daisy and disinfect before re-entering the rest of the hospital to ensure there was no chance at spreading the virus. She was a fighter and continued to gain strength each day. After four long days she was reunited with her owner and was able to go home. We continue to check in on Daisy and her owner is thrilled to report that she is doing much better. She is almost fully back to her happy and carefree self, playing and smiling for the camera! We would like to thank the Okanagan Small Dog Rescue for jumping in and covering the cost of Daisy’s care and treatment🐾❤️ If you are unfamiliar with the Parvovirus, here is a little information for you to better understand the severity of it and the importance of vaccinations. This virus has rapidly dividing host cells which make this extremely effective in spreading throughout a dog’s body causing debilitating sickness and even death. The virus is shed in extraordinarily large numbers by infected canines which means it is everywhere: on every carpet, floor, yard and park. Keep in mind it effects all canines, wild or domestic. Wolves, coyotes and foxes can transfer the virus by direct or in direct contact, including fecal matter, bodily fluids and passing through private properties. Symptoms to be aware of are: Diarrhea (with or without blood), vomiting, dehydration, loss of appetite, and letharg

Cooper came into the clinic for his second set of puppy vaccines. These are done at around 12 weeks of age. While in his appointment his family pointed out a small lump on his chest. We are not able to diagnose what a lump/mass is just by looking at it, so we decided to perform a fine needle aspirate. By doing this simple test we were able to diagnose a cancerous mass that required surgical removal. We were able to completely remove the mass and hope this will cure Cooper, however, the mass was sent for genetic testing and results show potential for aggressiveness, regrowth, and spread to elsewhere in the body. Cooper’s veterinary team are consulting with a board-certified oncologist to determine if he will need to undergo chemotherapy in the near future. Cooper still loves coming to the vet and has been a hero patient during every visit. He loves being carried around like a baby by staff members❤️ ➡️ Cooper’s mass is a reminder to everyone to please check your pets for lumps! Don’t wait - sadly cancer does not discriminate based on age. Catching a mass early may mean we are able to cure cancer with surgery alone. Here is a video link to Dr. Sue Cancer Vet on checking your pets lumps and bumps: http://www.youtube./watch?v=1fHwHAUFgC8

Patient Interviews 🎤

We are here to help animals, but sometimes we can’t do it without them ❤️ #vet #vettech #okanaganbusiness

Babies from Sit Pretty Pitbull Rescue had a big day before heading to their furever home❤️ #pitbull #veterinaryclinic #vettech #puppies

We love them too ❤️

Love the babies 💕🐾 #vet #veterinary #vettech #puppies #babies #puppiesofinstagram

This is how we roll at Central! Fear Free! Kisses, snuggles and praise work wonders! (A little cheese whiz works wonders too)! We love keeping our patients calm and happy!!!! Darla was pretty darn happy to have her sutures removed! Great teamwork!! #fearfreevetvisit #snuggleswork #loveourjob 💜💜

Happy Birthday Dexter💕🥳

Pamper yourself💕 #catsofinstagram #vet #vetlife #okanagan #vettech

This is Phil ✨ #vet #vettech #okanagan #okanaganbusiness #catsofinstagram #sphynx

Meet Allen. This stud muffin always brings us laughs😁❤️ #dogsofinstagram #vet #vettech #okanaganbusiness #okanagan

To whom this may concern…starring Joe the Beagle face❤️ #vet #vettech #dogsofinstagram #beagle #okanagan #okanaganbusiness

Hey everyone! If you don’t already know, we are coming into flea and tick season! Have you protected your fur babies yet? Give us a call if you have any questions and we will gladly assist you! Have a great long weekend❤️😁