Brintnell Veterinary Hospital

05/26/2026

To all of our wonderful clients,

We wanted to let you know that Dr. Ho is now on medical leave through the end of the year.

We know all of her clients and patients will miss seeing her at the clinic, and our team is here to help make the transition as smooth as possible. We will continue providing the same compassionate care for everybody 🐾

We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support, and we know Dr. Ho will be grateful for all the kind wishes as she takes this time to focus on her health.

05/25/2026

We're currently experiencing an exceptionally high volume of appointments and are now booking routine wellness and vaccine visits into mid-June.

At this time, our remaining appointment availability is being reserved for urgent and emergency medical concerns only. If your pet is feeling unwell, please call us as soon as possible, as availability is extremely limited.

We sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding, and kindness to our team during this busy period. Thank you for continuing to trust us with your pets’ care! 🐾

05/22/2026

It’s everybody’s favourite topic… cat p*e! Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is a common bladder issue in cats, often linked to stress, diet, and genetics.

Signs to watch for:
• Straining or frequent trips to the litterbox
• Peeing outside the litterbox
• Excessive licking of the ge***al area
• Vocalizing while trying to urinate

If your kitty is unable to urinate, this is a medical emergency — especially in male cats. Urinary blockages are very painful and can become life-threatening quickly.

The good news? Many cases of FLUTD can be managed with veterinary care and a prescription urinary diet to help prevent future flare-ups.

For more information about FLUTD, visit our Pet Health Library at https://buff.ly/zVSS3T8 or speak with your veterinarian 🐾

05/21/2026

Register today for our next round of puppy classes! Wednesdays from June 3 - 24. Get more info and register at https://brintnellvet.com/puppy-classes/

New puppy? We’ve got you.

Our Confident Beginnings puppy classes are in full swing—combining foundational skills, practical behaviour tips and lots of puppy playtime.

Small classes, expert guidance, and happy, confident pups. Our next four-week session begins June 3. Get more info and register today at https://brintnellvet.com/puppy-classes/

Run by Sunshine Paws Animal Training and AT Animal Training

Big thanks to our ball pit spokespup and Confident Beginnings graduate, Schooner 😇 for lending us his sweet face for this post

05/20/2026

Our next puppy class workshop starts June 3 and runs every Wednesday until June 24! Get more info and sign up today at https://brintnellvet.com/puppy-classes/

Puppy parent era: unlocked.

Welcome to our Confident Beginnings puppy classes! They're designed to help your pup grow into a confident, well-mannered companion through positive, fear-free training.

Our next four-week session begins June 3! Spots are limited, so register today at https://brintnellvet.com/puppy-classes/ 🐾

Classes run by Sunshine Paws Animal Training and AT Animal Training

➡️ Big thanks to our sweet lil' graduate Katie for being this week's ball pit spokespup!

05/19/2026

You've come across a stray dog or cat and decide to intervene. What's next?

Step 1: Check for a Microchip
The first thing to do is check if they’re microchipped. Most vet clinics (including us!) will scan for a chip at no cost. Just give us a call — we’ll guide you through bringing the pet in to be scanned and hopefully get them home quickly.

Step 2: Contact Animal Care & Control
If there’s no chip or the owner can’t be reached, contact the City of Edmonton’s Animal Care and Control Centre by calling 311. Intakes are currently by appointment only — you can find the latest info at https://buff.ly/GlFTfCG

Step 3: Spread the Word
While waiting for an appointment, share the pet’s photo and info on:
• Local Facebook lost and found pet groups
• Community apps like Nextdoor or PawBoost
• Posters in the area

⚠️ Important: If you choose to take in a stray animal, you are responsible for their care and safety until they’re either reunited with their owner or handed over to Animal Care and Control. Most vet clinics cannot board stray pets, so please plan accordingly.

A Reminder for Pet Owners:
• Keep your pet’s microchip info up to date! A microchip is only useful if the contact information is current.
• Register your pet with the City of Edmonton to help reunite you faster if they ever go missing. Learn more at edmonton.ca/pets

05/15/2026

🥰 We love working with Greater Edmonton Animal Rescue Society - GEARS!

✨ Thankful Thursday ✨

Today we’re sending a huge wave of gratitude to some incredible community partners who stepped up with donations to support the animals in our care. Your generosity keeps tails wagging, bellies full, and hearts healing.

A heartfelt thank‑you to:

🐾 Brintnell Veterinary Hospital
🐾 Pet Valu Orchards
🐾 Montrose Pet Clinic
🐾 VCA Calgary Trail
🐾 Edmonton Animal Hospital
🐾 Alberta SPCA
🐾 Champion Petfoods
🐾 Pet Valu Chapelle
🐾 Granada Vet
🐾 Sherwood Vet
🐾 VCA Riverbend
🐾 Glenora Family Pet Clinic
🐾 Ellerslie Pet Hospital

Your support helps us continue rescuing, caring for, and rehoming animals who need a second chance. We’re so grateful to be part of a community that shows up for them.

If you or your company would like to donate, we’d love to hear from you!
📧 [email protected]

Together, we make rescue possible. 💜🐶🐱

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05/14/2026

We’re incredibly honoured to share that our team has been nominated for Trupanion’s Veterinary Team of the Year award! 💛

Caring for your pets is a privilege we never take for granted, and this nomination means so much to our entire team.

If you’d like to support us, we’d be so grateful for your vote using the link below. Thank you for trusting us with your fur family every day!

Support Brintnell Veterinary Hospital of Brintnell Veterinary Hospital, Edmonton in the 2026 Veterinary Appreciation Day Awards. Read their story and celebrate the veterinary professionals caring for pets every day.

05/12/2026

It's our favourite time of day: Nomi o'clock 🥰