Elk Lake Veterinary Hospital

Elk Lake Veterinary Hospital Care. Compassion. Continuity. Proudly providing comprehensive veterinary care for companion animals.

Even though this winter so far has been a mild one, it never hurts to be prepared! One good storm can make it difficult ...
01/15/2025

Even though this winter so far has been a mild one, it never hurts to be prepared! One good storm can make it difficult to get out and about, or cause shipping and supply delays that cause your pet to run low on food or medication. Taking stock of your supply and making sure you've got enough to see your fur-family through any unexpected weather events is a good addition to your storm-season checklist.

These are exactly the positive puppy visits we love to create! Adorable Toby came to visit Dr. Petra recently for the ne...
01/15/2025

These are exactly the positive puppy visits we love to create! Adorable Toby came to visit Dr. Petra recently for the next in his series of protective vaccines, and of course he continued to make good friends with the ELVH team. As you can see, Dr. Petra was honoured to receive Toby's kiss of approval 💕

Look at those little teef!! 😍 Adorable Axel came to see Dr. Heidi and her team last week to get updates on his protectiv...
01/13/2025

Look at those little teef!! 😍 Adorable Axel came to see Dr. Heidi and her team last week to get updates on his protective booster vaccines. This 100% Good Boy was so happy to see everyone (and their treats!) during his ELVH visit!

The start of the New Year is often when we set some new health and wellness goals. Why not include our cats and dogs as ...
01/10/2025

The start of the New Year is often when we set some new health and wellness goals. Why not include our cats and dogs as well?! It's easy for the serving size of their dry food to accidentally overshoot the intended amount with generously rounded scoops. Staying svelte can prevent so many additional health issues, and ensure that your pet maintains a great quality of life as long as possible. Using a kitchen scale to confirm they're getting just what they need can help keep the whole family on track.

Handsome Oakley came to visit Dr. Heidi this week for his annual wellness check and a little help with his irritated ear...
01/09/2025

Handsome Oakley came to visit Dr. Heidi this week for his annual wellness check and a little help with his irritated ear. Oakley obviously brought his best manners as he sat and listened to Dr. Heidi's advice - and was rewarded with delicious treats for his attention, of course!

Did you know that you can set up a custom auto-order for your pet's food through our online portal? Choose the diet and ...
01/08/2025

Did you know that you can set up a custom auto-order for your pet's food through our online portal? Choose the diet and your preferred frequency - with the option to pause or reschedule as needed - and your pet's supper will be shipped straight to your door. Shipping is free for orders $50+, and you'll save 5% on any auto-order! Shop today: www.myVetStore.ca

Here's a fun fact in honour of National Trivia Day! You might be familiar with dogs' limited range of colour vision (blu...
01/04/2025

Here's a fun fact in honour of National Trivia Day! You might be familiar with dogs' limited range of colour vision (blue and yellow are good to go, red and green are tough for our canine friends), but did you know their peripheral vision is pretty rockin'? Because their eyes are typically set further apart, they have a greater range of vision to their sides and even slightly behind. We humans win in the depth perception category though! 🤓

If you have a favourite animal fact, share it with us in the comments!

Just a reminder that our hospital is closed today to allow for some necessary construction action. We'll be open again t...
01/03/2025

Just a reminder that our hospital is closed today to allow for some necessary construction action. We'll be open again tomorrow (Saturday January 3) from 8AM - 4PM to help you and your fur-family.

In case of any emergencies today, please contact VCA Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital at 250-475-2495 or WAVES at 778-432-4322.

Adorable Lucy came for her very first ELVH appointment over the holidays, and obviously made fast friends with Dr. Megan...
01/02/2025

Adorable Lucy came for her very first ELVH appointment over the holidays, and obviously made fast friends with Dr. Megan! This curly bundle of perfection came for her protective puppy vaccines, and of course to discover that visiting the doggo doctor means lots of treats, snuggles, and admiration 💕

We hope this Christmas Day brings the magic of the season to everyone - two-feet and four-paws alike 💕 A quick reminder ...
12/25/2024

We hope this Christmas Day brings the magic of the season to everyone - two-feet and four-paws alike 💕 A quick reminder that we are closed through December 26, and look forward to seeing you again on December 27. Wishing you all the very best for the holidays (but in case of any emergencies, please reach out to VCA Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital at 250-475-2495 or WAVES at 778-432-4322).

You might have seen progress updates from BC SPCA Victoria on Beans the Superdog - this little muffin came into their ca...
12/22/2024

You might have seen progress updates from BC SPCA Victoria on Beans the Superdog - this little muffin came into their care with some pretty challenging medical issues. We had the honour of helping him on his road to recovery (along with the BC SPCA and his dedicated foster family) and Beans quickly stole the hearts of the whole ELVH team. We are THRILLED to know that Beans has found his new forever home! He's now all set for the holidays - even though he got to snuggle with Santa, we suspect Beans' Christmas wish has already come true! 🥰

From all of us here at Elk Lake, we wish you a warm and happy holiday season and a wonderful start to the New Year!Pleas...
12/20/2024

From all of us here at Elk Lake, we wish you a warm and happy holiday season and a wonderful start to the New Year!

Please note that we will have a few extra closures or early closures over the next two weeks as we take time to celebrate the season. For any veterinary emergencies outside of our operating hours, please contact VCA Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital at 250-475-2495 or WAVES at 778-432-4322.

Would you vote 1 or 2? We have no doubt that sweet little Lika and our fabulous TA Mara are equally adorable as both for...
12/19/2024

Would you vote 1 or 2? We have no doubt that sweet little Lika and our fabulous TA Mara are equally adorable as both forest reindeer and Santa's helpers, but if you HAD to choose a favourite, what's the winning combination? Let us know in the comments!

Can you tell the holiday spirit is running high at Elk Lake this year? We hope you and your family - two-legs and four-legs - are finding as much joy in the season as we are! Don't forget to stop in to see us if you need to pick up any final pet food or medication (or a treat from our tree!) as we'll be observing some holiday closures next week to celebrate the season.

These gorgeous siblings - Bella and Bodhi - came to visit our wonderful technician Jody last week for some protective bo...
12/04/2024

These gorgeous siblings - Bella and Bodhi - came to visit our wonderful technician Jody last week for some protective booster vaccines. In addition to showing off their beautiful markings, their relaxed posture lets us know that they were feeling pretty calm and comfy during their visit with our team.

We want to make sure your fur-family has everything they need to get through the holiday season. To help avoid any delay...
12/02/2024

We want to make sure your fur-family has everything they need to get through the holiday season. To help avoid any delays, please place your end-of-year prescription refills and diet orders by Monday December 9. You can order by calling our Reception team at 250-658-5922 or by visiting www.elvh.ca/order-online

Look at the marvellous job Justice is doing growing himself a fine set of ears! He obviously puts them to good use, as h...
11/29/2024

Look at the marvellous job Justice is doing growing himself a fine set of ears! He obviously puts them to good use, as he paid close attention to Dr. Heidi during his visit to Elk Lake this week for his next set of protective puppy vaccines!

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4975 Patricia Bay Highway
Victoria, BC
V8Y1S6

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

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+12506585922

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Summer Scoop - Beach Safety
Summer Scoop - Beach Safety

Beach excursions can be a summer highlight for our pets as well as for us humans. But along with the sun, fun and surf there can be some hidden dangers - keep an eye out for sharp objects, decaying marine life, or discarded trash. These are all things that can be both tempting and harmful for your dog, so be sure to check out anything they find extra-intriguing. ☀️⛱ This month features our 'Summer Scoop' series of tips and reminders on how to help your four-legged friends stay safe and comfortable as the weather turns warmer. Stay tuned, and feel welcome to share!

Summer Scoop - Staying Hydrated
Summer Scoop - Staying Hydrated

We know that staying hydrated is really important in warm weather. Sometimes it can be hard to convince our feline friends of this safety tip though! Offering wet food is one way to increase their total water intake, while offering fresh water in a circulating drinking fountain can sometimes add an element of tempting intrigue. ☀️⛱ This month features our 'Summer Scoop' series of tips and reminders on how to help your four-legged friends stay safe and comfortable as the weather turns warmer. Stay tuned, and feel welcome to share!

Summer Scoop - Morning and Evening Walks
Summer Scoop - Morning and Evening Walks

Don't sacrifice your daily walks as the hot weather arrives, but you can help your dog stay more comfortable during any warm spells by rescheduling walk-time for early in the morning or later in the evening when the sun is low and temperatures are cooler. ☀️⛱ This month features our 'Summer Scoop' series of tips and reminders on how to help your four-legged friends stay safe and comfortable as the weather turns warmer. Stay tuned, and feel welcome to share!

Summer Scoop - Avoiding Hot Pavement
Summer Scoop - Avoiding Hot Pavement

Concrete and pavement can heat up very quickly on a sunny day, and can become too hot for your dog's paw pads. Test surface temperatures with your hand for several moments before allowing your dog to walk on them, and if possible choose cooler grass, shaded sand, or dirt pathways to minimize the risk. ☀️⛱ This month features our 'Summer Scoop' series of tips and reminders on how to help your four-legged friends stay safe and comfortable as the weather turns warmer. Stay tuned, and feel welcome to share!

Summer Scoop - Flea and Tick Prevention
Summer Scoop - Flea and Tick Prevention

Fleas and ticks thrive in warm weather - that makes the start of summer a great time to double-check that your dog or cat is up to date on their parasite protection! You can give us a call at 250-658-5922 and we'll be happy to check our patient records if you're not certain. ☀️⛱ This month features our 'Summer Scoop' series of tips and reminders on how to help your four-legged friends stay safe and comfortable as the weather turns warmer. Stay tuned, and feel welcome to share!

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