Baden Veterinary Hospital

07/29/2025

You may have heard of a new (to this area) tick borne disease in the news lately- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF). So far cases in Ontario seem to be clustered around Long Point (coast of Lake Erie) but this is still a new and developing situation.

RMSF is carried by the American Dog Tick in this area, the first tick borne disease that we have recognized these ticks to carry. Until now, our main concern has been with black legged ticks (aka deer ticks) as they are the carriers of Lyme Disease- another disease that can affect both our pets and humans.

As you will see in the article, RMSF can present in a number of different ways. If your dog is feeling unwell it is important to let your veterinarian know if you have been to Long Point or other high tick areas and if there has been any attached ticks that you have removed from your dog (the same goes for humans too- if you have any attached ticks, please contact your human health professional).

Using monthly tick control is important as is checking your pet and yourself after spending time outdoors.

Our emerging concerns about Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) in Long Point, Ontario, have led to a variety of questions from veterinarians and dog

05/05/2025

Happy Monday! Please be advised that we are experiencing some issues with our phones due to the construction. We hope to have the issue resolved ASAP, but if you need to reach us in the meantime please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your patience!

04/22/2025

The intersection of Foundry and Charles is now closed due to construction. Please access the clinic parking lot via Mill and then Charles St.

04/14/2025

With the return of spring comes construction season.

Starting today Monday April 14, Foundry Street will be closed to traffic for construction between Charles St (the corner outside our clinic) to the main intersection at Snyder's Road. This closure is anticipated to last for 6 months.

The best way to access the clinic is by coming in Snyder's Road to Mill St and turning left on to Charles St and left into our parking lot.

We will try to keep you up to date on any changes that may affect your ability to access our clinic.

12/19/2024

Dr. Butler would like to remind you to get your medication and food orders in this week as we have limited hours for the next 2 weeks.

Monday December 23- 8 am to 6 pm
Tuesday December 24- 8 am to 12 pm
Wednesday December 25- CLOSED
Thursday December 26- CLOSED
Friday December 27- 8 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday December 28- 8 am to 12 pm (food and medication pick up only)

Monday December 30- 8 am to 6 pm
Tuesday December 31-8 am to 12 pm
Wednesday January 1- CLOSED
Thursday January 2- return to normal hours

If your pet has a medical emergency during the times we are not available, please contact the Emergency Clinic of Waterloo Region (519-650-1617)

12/11/2024

We will be closing early this Friday, December 13 to allow our staff to gather and celebrate the season.

We will be closing at 3pm on Friday December 13. If your pet requires medical attention between 3pm on December 13 and 8am December 16, please contact the Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Waterloo Region at 519-650-1617.

We will be open for food and medication pick ups from 8am until noon on Saturday December 14.

We will resume normal hours on Monday December 16.

11/25/2024

Happy Monday! Please be advised that we are experiencing some issues with our phones again this Monday morning. We hope to have the issue resolved ASAP, but if you need to reach us in the meantime please email us at [email protected]. You can also leave a message on our voice mail and we will triage them and call you back. Thank you for your patience!

11/18/2024

Good new to report: our phones and back up and working! Thank you for your patience with us this morning and have a great day!

11/18/2024

Happy Monday! Please be advised that we are experiencing some issues with our phones this morning. We hope to have the issue resolved ASAP, but if you need to reach us in the meantime please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your patience!

10/28/2024

With the return of the cool damp fall weather, we are seeing a significant increase in the cases of leptospirosis.

Leptospirosis (or "lepto") is a bacteria shed in the urine of skunks, raccoons, deer and rodents. Dogs can get it from drinking from puddles, swimming in ponds or from the dew on the grass (licking the dew off their paws after being outside).

The disease affects the kidneys and liver, causing a number of signs- increased thirst and urination, vomiting, loss of appetite and lethargy. In severe cases, lepto can cause death.

The disease can be prevented by vaccination. Contact the clinic to see if your dog is protected.

This infection can be caught by humans as well as by dogs. Learn about the leptospira organism, and how we test, treat and vaccinate against the disease (in dogs, that is).

05/27/2024

Starting May 27, Snyder’s Road West is open to local traffic only from Mill Street to Christian Street. Local businesses remain open. Watch for the Detour signs. More information about the reconstruction of Snyder's Rd. W. at http://wilmot.ca/currentprojects .

05/22/2024

Ticks can be found in many areas across Canada but they prefer to live in wooded areas, in tall grasses and under leaf litter. They can also be found in urban areas, like city parks and green spaces.
Avoiding tick habitats help reduce the risk of exposure.
Ixodes species (such as the blacklegged tick) prefer moist environments like leaf litter.
Dermacentor species (such as the American dog or wood tick), a hardier tick, can live in drier environments like tall grasses.
More information can be found at
https://ticktalkcanada.com/tick-facts/