Whitby Animal Hospital

10/31/2024

10/04/2024

As of November 4th, our hours of operation will be changing!
We will be closing at 6pm, Monday-Friday. Please keep this in mind when picking up food and medications going forward. We appreciate your understanding!

08/21/2024

Two incredibly sweet cats looking for a forever home together!

One of our staff members took in a male and female bonded pair, approximately 4-6 years with a clean bill of health. Up to date on vaccines, bloodwork, and flea/tick prevention.
We have absolutely fallen in love with them, one of us would keep them if we could! They are looking for a quiet home where they can snuggle up and be doted on.

Please contact the clinic at 905-430-0470 or [email protected] Attention: Maddy for more information!

05/07/2024

Whitby Animal Hospital is currently experiencing technical difficulties with our computers and phone lines, preventing us from receiving or making calls, and our computer system is down, which means we are unable to book appointments or bill anyone. Please bear with us as we work to resolve this issue.

05/02/2024

Lyme disease is a serious tick-borne illness that can cause ongoing health issues in animals, including swollen joints, lameness and muscle pain. In serious cases, it can also lead to kidney failure. To protect your pet, speak to your veterinarian about parasite prevention.

05/02/2024

Happy Chewie's heartworm test: pawsitive vibes only! 🐾 💕

10/26/2023

Kittens 💕 remember it’s important to spay and neuter. There are many health benefits for your family pet. 6 months of age is the best time.

06/06/2023

We are registering interest for our Pet Loss Bereavement Support Group. If you or someone you know is grieving a pet companion; this support group provides a safe space to share, validate your own grief experience and connect with others grieving the loss of a pet.

Interested in registering or learning more about our Pet Loss Bereavement Support Group? Call 905-240-4522 ext. 229 to connect with a member of our Hospice Services team.

12/06/2022

Are you looking for something fun to do this holiday season? Take a drive by 11 Fencerow Drive in Whitby to see their beautiful Christmas lights display.

They have over 10,000 lights and 15 hand made cut outs. They will also be accepting items from our donation wish list for the animals.

Santa will be there on December 9th & 11th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will also be tables selling scarves, cat nip toys and many other items while Santa is there! All proceeds go towards the animals in our shelter!

10/18/2022

Ticks remain active when the temperature is above freezing. If you'll be heading out on the trails with your pup for a fall walk, be sure to dress appropriately and tick check both yourself and your dog when you get home. Speak to your veterinarian to learn about how you can protect your pet from ticks this fall.

08/12/2022

Have a great weekend ❤️
From Bear and Luna

08/06/2022

Puppy love ❤️

07/30/2022

During these hazy, humid days of summer, humans aren’t the only ones feeling the heat — pets are, too. And with even hotter days projected to come, experts say it’s important to take precautions and watch for signs of trouble to keep your pet safe.

05/26/2022

Symptoms of Lyme disease can appear anywhere between three days to one month after being bitten by an infected tick and can include:

- A red, "bulls-eye" type rash and fever.
- Muscle pain, swelling of joints or lameness.
- Low energy and loss of appetite.
- Difficulty breathing.

If you think your dog may be suffering form Lyme disease, take them to your veterinarian immediately. This , speak to your veterinarian for more information about ticks, Lyme disease and prevention.

05/16/2022

Because rabies can be transmitted between humans and animals, all dogs, cats and ferrets three months of age and older are required by law in Ontario to be vaccinated against the disease. To learn more about rabies and your pet, visit bit.ly/2QKlCEv.

05/04/2022

Like us, pets can be allergic to foods, dust, plants and pollen. These common allergens can cause itching, swelling, sniffling or sneezing, or a more serious anaphylactic response to insect bites and stings. If you suspect your pet has a springtime allergy, book an appointment with your veterinarian.

05/03/2022

Lyme disease is a serious tick-borne illness that can cause ongoing health issues in animals, such as swollen joints, lameness and muscle pain. In serious cases, it can also lead to neurological problems and kidney failure. To protect your pet, speak to your veterinarian about parasite prevention and always tick-check yourself and your pet after being outdoors.

04/19/2022

For , here's a reminder of the symptoms of heartworm disease in pets. Heartworm is a preventable disease. If you haven't already, ask your veterinarian about prevention options for your pet.

04/13/2022

Although beautiful, Easter lilies are toxic and can be fatal to cats. Keep your cat safe this holiday by placing these flowers in areas they can't access or by re-gifting them to a cat-free household. For more information on poisonous plants and other hazards, visit https://bit.ly/3CPLkf6

04/07/2022

Heartworm disease is a serious illness that can affect dogs, cats and ferrets. Spread through a mosquito bite, heartworm disease can cause heart failure, severe organ damage and, in severe cases, can be fatal. To help prevent infection, pets should take preventive medicine. To learn more, speak to your veterinarian.

08/03/2021

Donations needed!

We’re in need of dry dog food for our community pet food bank. We are desperately low and the need in the community is still very high.

If you’re able to donate a bag of dry food, it can be any brand, please bring it to our shelter at 1505 Wentworth St in Whitby. We want to ensure that every animal has a full stomach!

07/29/2021

We’re still here for you and your pets!

We have managed to remain open throughout the pandemic so far and thank you all for helping us to remain as safe as possible in our workplace!

We require a number of staff to care for your pets. With this in mind we have limited space in our clinic to provide appropriate social distancing

In order to provide the best care for your pets safely we will continue with curb side service at this time.

We would like to THANK YOU for your continued patience during COVID and we look forward to reopening our doors in the future.

On arrival, please call 905.430.0470 from your vehicle or ring our doorbell and step back 6 ft and our team will be happy to assist you with your pet health care needs.

Your Team at Whitby Animal Hospital

06/03/2021

June is Month. What plans do you have in place for your pets in case of an emergency? With the temperatures rising, here are some important safety rules to remember for your pets. Learn more at https://www.ready.gov/pet-toolkit

03/30/2021

As the temperature gradually rises and parasites become more active, it's a good idea to remind yourself about tick safety. For additional information and to view a live, interactive tick map, visit etick.ca/en.

12/10/2020

We are in need of donations for our community pet food bank. This is a great service to help pet owners who are going through a rough time. This program ensures that no animal goes without food.
If you are willing to contribute to this community service, all donations can be dropped off to our shelter, 1505 Wentworth St. in Whitby any day of the week between 11am-6pm.
We are specifically in need of dry cat and dog food. It can be any brand as long as it is unopened.