Applecross Veterinary Hospital

The City of Nanaimo has adopted the new Animal Responsibility Bylaw. Follow this link for further information on new sterilization and roaming requirements for your pets! https://www.nanaimo.ca//animal-responsibility---fast-facts

Big congratulations to Sarah and Brandy, our two RVT students! They are three months away from graduating the RVT program at TRU! Last week they left us to go on campus and guess what...... they both won awards for being top students!!!! We are so proud of them and feel lucky to have them part of our team

Big congratulations to Sarah and Brandy, our two RVT students! They are three months away from graduating the RVT program at TRU! Last week they left us to go on campus and guess what...... they both won awards for being top students!!!! We are so proud of them and feel lucky to have them part of our team

Hot Weather Safety Protocols will be in affect today and tomorrow (August 12 and 13). Please inform reception right away if you are waiting in a car without air conditioning. To avoid burned paws please minimize the amount of time your pet is walking in the parking lot.Hot Weather Safety Protocols will be in affect today and tomorrow (August 12 and 13). Please inform reception right away if you are waiting in a car without air conditioning. To avoid burned paws please minimize the amount of time your pet is walking in the parking lot.

Did you know that we are a Cat Friendly Practice? The benefits of visiting a Cat Friendly Practice can make a big difference for your feline friend! https://catfriendly.com//exp/choose-cat-friendly-practice/

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We know lots of you likely took your dogs camping over the holiday long weekend, but have any of you tried camping with your cats?! https://www.adventurecats.org/b/camping-cats-ultimate-guide

We hope you are having a great BC Day Long Weekend. Who here is sitting poolside or getting to the beach? Show us in the comments below!

We are trying something new this Canada Day. We will be open on July 1st and closed on Saturday the 3rd.

We hope you are having a great BC Day Long Weekend. Who here is sitting poolside or getting to the beach? Show us in the comments below!

We are headed for a heatwave! Please remember how quickly temperatures can escalate within a vehicle.

We are headed into another stretch of hotter summer weather. How did you keep your furry friends cool and safe during our last heatwave?We are headed into another stretch of hotter summer weather. How did you keep your furry friends cool and safe during our last heatwave?

We are trying something new this Canada Day. We will be open on July 1st and closed on Saturday the 3rd.

We are headed for a heatwave! Please remember how quickly temperatures can escalate within a vehicle.

Hello - meet Derek Shepherd! Derek practiced getting used to having an oral exam done - he was such a good boy!

We are waiting on our snow removal crew so please be careful in the parking lot!We are waiting on our snow removal crew so please be careful in the parking lot!

Please be patient with us today. We are understaffed but are working our hardest to help everyone as quickly as we can. ThanksPlease be patient with us today. We are understaffed but are working our hardest to help everyone as quickly as we can. Thanks

Roundworms are the most common intestinal parasite impacting companion dogs across the country, even dogs who are well cared for and receive regular veterinary care. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Christmas trees are part of the winter holiday season for many of us. But although Christmas trees are fun for us, they can be dangerous for our cats. As we get ready to start decorating for Christmas, let's understand some of the ways Christmas trees can be dangerous for cats. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Maurice and Henri came in today for their first set of vaccines and they had so much fun! Our technician student, Sarah, spent some time getting them used to having their mouths looked at. Being able to do an oral exam is an important part of every pet’s check up! If we can get puppies and kittens used to the exam when they’re little, they’re much more likely to tolerate this when they’re older

Winter Storms are here, do you have a plan in place! If you need help fell free to give us a call. 250-390-2391

Train a cat you say? Whoever heard of such a thing? Believe it or not, cats can learn to do almost anything, and it's not as hard as you might think. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

We would like to thank all of our clients for their patience with our temporary closures and learning curve with our new practice management computer system. It's working great, and we are very excited with the switch! We do have one more atypical closure for tomorrow, Saturday November 14th. From there, our new system is up and running, and we will be back to our regular schedule! Thanks everyone

Many of us think of sticks as natural dog toys that are fun to play with when we are out on a walk, but are they dangerous for our dogs? Turns out depending on what your dog likes to do with sticks, they might not be as safe for our pups as we thought!

Please note that we will be closed Monday, November 9th and Tuesday, November 10th for a clinic computer overhaul. We will be back in clinic on Wednesday, November 11th.

Jumping into a big, heaping pile of leaves is a quintessential part of fall fun for kids and kids-at-heart. But should we let our dogs partake in the fun? #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Back when Toulouse was just 6 weeks old

Our phones are back up and running! Thank you all for your patience!

Our phone lines are currently down! We are so sorry for any inconvenience. We are working hard to get them back up! We will let you know when they are up and running again.

This is Chloe, an 18 week Dachshund. Came in to see Dr Westworth. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd #dashshund #dashshundsofinstagram

Heart Problems Found In Feline Wildfire Victims - Many cats who suffered from burns and smoke inhalation during California wildfires in 2017 and 2018 also showed evidence of serious heart issues. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Kids + Animals = Kindness and Compassion - Through learning how to be responsible and considerate toward a pet, kids can strengthen their own ability to connect with others and be an ambassador for kind animal and human behavior. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Why is lepto dangerous? What are the symptoms of lepto in dogs? How can you prevent it? Heres what you need to know about leptospirosis. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

We are trying to fit people in from our cancelation list, so if you cant make your appointment please call us so we can slide someone else in. Thanks #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Mr. Ho and his friend Maggie are dressed up for Halloween! We hope your fur babies are staying safe tonight

Evan came in to see us and we couldn’t help but fall in love with him! He insisted on sitting in Dr. Wu’s lap for his exam

Tinkerbell - could you be any tinier?? She loved playing in the cat tunnel during her last visit

Are all cats with blue eyes deaf? And what cat breeds have blue eyes? Lets look at the facts about cats with this unusual eye color. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Scott Moy had so much fun at his last appointment! He showed off some tricks and enjoyed a yummy snack

Georgia came in for her yearly vaccines a few weeks ago, and she showed us just how pretty she sits

Tricks Are For Kitty - Develop a better relationship with your cat while she learns these 6 tricks #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Another easy, quick, happy, vaccine courtesy of Dr Wu and Sarah, with Hazel the German Shepherd! #vaccine #numnumnumnum #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Send Your Dog Back To School - Nows the perfect time for your dog to brush up on core subjects like basic household manners and obedience skills. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Look how much Charlie grew in 4 weeks! One thing hasn’t changed - he still likes to nap while at the vet!

A Lesson About Abscesses - While abscesses are less common in dogs than cats, these skin infections can be quite painful. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Honey is such a sweet little blue heeler When she comes to the vet she gets a few of her favourite things: snuggles, belly rubs and treats!

Mousse came in to see us today and sampled a variety of hairstyles, courtesy of one of our technicians

Its a beautiful Sunday. No reason not to be outside!

Marea is the first canine ever to hold the position of volunteer first responders for the Mystic Aquariums Animal Rescue Program. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

When the thermometer shoots skyward during the summer months, your fur-covered feline may be at risk for the same kind of health problems that plague overly hot humans. Heres how to keep your cat cool in the summer. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Meet Joe. Everyone loves Joe, a 6month old Havanese

August 26 is National Dog Daya time to celebrate all the amazing pups in our lives! Heres hoping you and your pooch are staying cool this summer. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Meet Swamiji a very handsome 13 week old boy. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Please be nice to us. We know that triage is hard and can feel unfair. We know that you probably have a preferred primary doctor, but with urgent cases it might not be possible to see them in a timely manner. We know that curbside care is less engaging than coming into the building. Were sorry. Were working around worksafe regulations, medication and supply shortages, August being the busiest month for emergencies and traumas, and the .... fear of COVID. Were doing our best.

August 22 is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day. National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day is a great reminder to schedule your cats annual wellness exam! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

A 10-week-old puppy is at a prime age to develop canine social skills and explore the world. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

10 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog This Summer. How much water should a dog drink exactly? The answer depends on a few factors like his size, what he eats, his age, exercise, the weather and any medications he takes. Heres what you need to know. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

How to Keep Your Cats Nails Healthy This Summer. With a little bit of careful introduction, grooming can be a positive and stress-free experience for you and your cat! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

What is Resource Guarding and What Should You Do About It? Has your dog ever had a bone or something that didnt belong to him and when you go to take it away, he tries to keep it, growls, or even snaps? This frustrating and even frightening behavior is known as resource guarding. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

How much water should a dog drink exactly? The answer depends on a few factors like his size, what he eats, his age, exercise, the weather and any medications he takes. Heres what you need to know. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Summer is the season for road trips, but should you take your kitty along for the ride? Consider our advice for traveling with cats before you hit the road. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Bringing a puppy into your home is an exciting time, but it also comes with challenges, some of which you might not anticipate. Dont worry! If you already feel like you have taken on more than you can handle, youre not alone. Millions of people have been in the same boat as you, and they made it through. You can do the same. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

7 World Record Holding Cats. While we all may think our cats are the most special, most loving and most adorable cats in the world, theres a fierce feline competition going on for the official record titles. See which fabulous felines took home Guinness World Records! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

The American Foxhound, a made-in-the-USA breed, is an exceptionally athletic yet gentle and affectionate friend. Renowned for his harmonious howls and hearty bays, the Foxhound gives voice when hes trailing prey. Or sometimes just for fun! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Thunderstorms can be extremely stressful for cats. While cats may not show their fear in quite the same way as dogs they may still become extremely anxious. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

3 Frozen Play Hacks To Help Beat the Summertime Heat. Its hot and sunny, with a 100% chance of playhacks. Clear some room in the freezer and grab a few of your pups favorite water-proof toys. Lets get started! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

Is there a difference between why cats stare at humans vs. why they stare at other cats? Wonder no more heres some insight into cat staring. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

And in a bit of good news, Google searches for cat and dog have hit an all-time high thanks to quarantine. Google has also noted the phrase "foster a dog near me" reached an all-time high. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

17 Pets Whove Mastered The Art Of Camouflage. These cuties were blending in way before Waldo made it popular. Show us some of your hard-to-find pets! #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

So, how do cats show affection? Here are some signs of cat affection that every cat parent should know. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

And another one of Rocky and his sister Chloe.

These little ones are 14 weeks old! Rocky is a boy and hes the grey and white one. Chloe is his sister and shes the black and white one. Super cute - they came in for routine vaccines and were so good!

Why do dogs chew their feet? There could be a couple of different issues at play and foot chewing or licking in itself could create even more problems. #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalrehab #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd

This is Homer a 12 week old Maltese. He is definitely destined to be a poet of cuteness! #maltese #maltesepuppy #homer #applecrossvet #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #opensundays #open7daysaweek #televet #telemedicine #nanaimo #nanaimobusiness #ycd