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We are OPEN on Monday, closed Tuesday!

Mountain Road Animal Hospital is OPEN on Monday for our regular hours from 8am-8pm We are closed on Tuesday to celebrate Canada Day! If you encounter an emergency please visit Riverview Animal Hospital at 550 Pine Glen Road in Riverivew. Best wishes to you & yours!

Separation Anxiety: What, Why, and What To Do

What is Separation Anxiety? In human terms, anxiety is defined as an overall feeling of impending danger or threat.  For dogs with separation anxiety, this ‘threat’ is being away from their owner.  They tend to be overly attached to their family members and follow them from room to room; rarely…

Summer Dangers for Pets by Lisa Michalik

T’is the season… FINALLY! Summer is here! Time for camping, swimming, hiking, family BBQs etc. With these very fun activities however, comes many dangers for our furry four footed family members. Here are some common dangers and tips on how to have a happy and safe summer: Heatstroke/exhaustion: Unlike humans,…

Puppy Shots

So you just got a new puppy and know that you are supposed to bring the lil’ cutie to the vet for its shots.  What you may not know is exactly why, what and when he/she needs them.  Here’s some basic information to bring you ‘up-to-speed’: The WHY . ….