Durham Veterinary Clinic

06/16/2026

We just wanted to let you know that Dr McCleary is away for the next two weeks on a much derserved vacation.

We do have a locum Dr, who we had last year, Dr Trann. We have limited appointment slots. If anyone calls with an emergency and we are unable to fit them in, they will be advised to go to the closest ER clinic. Animal Emergency Clinic of Durham Region is in Whitby, and Port Hope Emergency is in Port Hope.

We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause. We will try and accommadate as best we can.

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06/04/2026

Did you know that ticks are out and active any time it is above 0 degrees, even if there's snow on the ground?
It is the time to start your pets on tick and flea prevention to prevent them from hitching a ride on your pet and potentially infesting your home without you knowing.

It also prevents your pets from contracting any tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme Disease, which both pets and people can get. Lyme disease can also be expensive to treat if they contract it through an infected tick, and it can unfortunately make our pets very sick if they do.

We always highly encourage looking into the symptoms of this disease, so you always know what to look for and when your pet needs to be seen by a vet.

Preventative care is the best way to stop ticks and fleas from attaching themselves to your pets, infesting your home, or jumping to a different host, which would include other pets AND people in the home.

If your pet has been bit by a tick, we always recommend getting a blood test done in about 4-6 weeks post bite to ensure that the tick was not carrying any diseases and transmitted them to your pet.

To get your pet started on tick and flea prevention today, or for more information, please give the clinic a call at 905-623-4012, or you can email us at [email protected].

We now have the 12 month protection with the Bravecto Quantum Injection.

Side note, we have had 10 positives for Lyme since January 2026.

05/14/2026

We will be closed Monday May 18th for Victoria Day.

We will resume regular hours Tuesday May 19th. If you have an emergency while we are closed, please call the Animal Emergency Clinic of Durham Region at 905-576-3031

Have a safe and happy long weekend.

04/22/2026

One bite , one bite only !

It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to put your pet at risk of heartworm, a serious but preventable disease. This , take a simple step that makes a big difference: talk to your veterinarian about heartworm prevention.

04/07/2026

Important information ℹ️

Do you know about leptospirosis? It's a disease caused by bacteria carried mainly by rodents and wildlife. Pets can become infected through contact with the urine of infected animals such as raccoons, skunks and rats. Dogs can also contract the disease by swimming in stagnant water or simply by drinking contaminated puddle water.

If your outdoor activities could put your dog at risk, speak to your veterinarian to learn if the leptospirosis vaccine is suitable for your pet.

03/31/2026

We will be closed this coming Friday. We will back to regular hours on Monday.

Chocolate can be toxic to your dogs. If your dog has ingested chocolate and we are closed please call the Animal Emergency Clinic of Durham Region at 905-576-3031

Happy Easter 🐰