Downtown Animal Hospital Hamilton

Downtown Animal Hospital Hamilton Full service veterinary hospital located in the heart of downtown Hamilton!

May is Asthma Awareness MonthAsthma presents very similarly in dogs and cats as it does in humans with wheezing and coug...
05/29/2026

May is Asthma Awareness Month

Asthma presents very similarly in dogs and cats as it does in humans with wheezing and coughing. Dogs especially can develop allergic bronchitis due to the airway swelling if the cough becomes severe.

Common triggers include dust, smoke, pollen, candles and air fresheners which is why it is incredibly important to triple check what you are spraying around your pet.

Pets with asthma use inhalers as well, with a suction cup going around their face to breathe into.

If your pet seems to be having difficulty breathing normally, give us a call at (905) 521-9404

May is Allergy Awareness MonthAnd yes, Fido and Fluffy can have allergies just like humans! One of the most common sympt...
05/28/2026

May is Allergy Awareness Month

And yes, Fido and Fluffy can have allergies just like humans! One of the most common symptom is itchiness, which can result in scratching, licking, biting, over-grooming and head shaking.
The three common types for pets are:
o Environmental allergy (atopic dermatitis): a reaction to indoor or outdoor environmental substances such as pollen, dust mites, molds, feathers and dander.
o Food allergy (cutaneous adverse food reaction): a reaction to ingredients in food, including things you pet only occasionally eats.
o Flea allergy (flea bite hypersensitivity): an allergic reaction to flea bites, even a single bite can trigger a reaction in sensitive pets.

Allergies can be managed with medication, hypoallergenic diets and taking them to the vet if problems persist.

If you think your pet is experiencing allergies, call us for an appointment now: (905) 521-9404

Have we ever vaccinated your cat? Neutered your dog? Handed medication to you over the counter? Biggest question: Do you...
05/27/2026

Have we ever vaccinated your cat? Neutered your dog? Handed medication to you over the counter? Biggest question: Do you LOVE us?

If your answer is yes (at least to the last question), then vote for us!

Best of Hamilton 2026 Reader's Choice Awards 2026 Nominations are now open till June 12th! Only the top five from each category will be highlighted so if we ever made your day, give us a shout! We appreciate you!

https://best-businesses.thereaderschoice.ca/o/hamilton/readers-choice-2026-nominations/kids-and-pets/best-veterinary-services

https://best-businesses.thereaderschoice.ca/o/hamilton/readers-choice-2026-nominations/kids-and-pets/best-veterinarian

It is Tuesday and sent in Cookie who would like us all to know how she feels about it. Which honestly... a fair assess...
05/26/2026

It is Tuesday and sent in Cookie who would like us all to know how she feels about it. Which honestly... a fair assessment Cookie, the weekend is much too far away.

Want to see your pet featured on our social media? Please send us your pet photos through email, Facebook, or Instagram for a chance to be featured in a future post!

May is Arthritis Awareness MonthArthritis is one of the most undiagnosed conditions in our pets, not because it is rare ...
05/25/2026

May is Arthritis Awareness Month

Arthritis is one of the most undiagnosed conditions in our pets, not because it is rare but because animals are so good at hiding their pain. You see it in the subtle slowness of getting up from a nap, the hesitation before jumping up and the grumbles when touching near their back or hips. While these could just be signs of aging, they could also be early signs of arthritis.

The good part is that arthritis can be managed, and catching it early can make all the difference.

If your pet’s movements have seemed off lately, give us a call at (905) 521-9404

Kittens make our day here and Poochki and Nunu delivered in all their adorableness.Want to see your pet featured on our ...
05/22/2026

Kittens make our day here and Poochki and Nunu delivered in all their adorableness.

Want to see your pet featured on our social media? Please send us your pet photos through email, Facebook, or Instagram for a chance to be featured in a future post!

May is Lyme Disease Prevention MonthAs if ticks weren’t creepy enough on their own: the black-legged tick (also known as...
05/21/2026

May is Lyme Disease Prevention Month

As if ticks weren’t creepy enough on their own: the black-legged tick (also known as the deer tick) can carry Lyme disease, which can affect dogs, cats and humans alike.

Make it a habit to check yourself and your pets after every trip outside, ticks can be found just as easily in your backyard as they can be in a forest.

Common symptoms are fever, joint swelling, lameness, lethargy and a bullseye rash (as seen in the photo). These symptoms can appear months after the bite and any tick-borne disease takes four to six weeks to show up on a test.

The best bet it to treat your animals for tick prevention before they can bite your animal.

Need prevention? Found a tick on your pet? Call us now to book your appointment at (905) 521-9404

05/20/2026

Happy National Rescue Dog Day!

Today’s guest of honour is Stubby. This sweet boy got his second chance when he traded hard roads for a loving home.

Shelters and rescues are full of dogs just like Stubby, dogs with so much love in them just waiting to give.

To all the rescue dogs and the people who opened their hearts to them: we see you, we love you, and we’re so glad you found each other.

We’d love to meet your rescue pups too! Share their photos and stories in the comments.

Want to see your pet featured on our social media? Our clients can send us photos through email, Facebook, or Instagram for a chance to be featured in a future post!


Look at these seven week old babies, Leo and Luna are new to the world and it's so much better with them in it.Want to s...
05/19/2026

Look at these seven week old babies, Leo and Luna are new to the world and it's so much better with them in it.

Want to see your pet featured on our social media? Our clients can send us photos through email, Facebook, or Instagram for a chance to be featured in a future post!

Happy Victoria Day!Our clinic is closed today but we hope you and your furry family members have enjoyed the long weeken...
05/18/2026

Happy Victoria Day!

Our clinic is closed today but we hope you and your furry family members have enjoyed the long weekend!

We’ll be back to wagging tails and purring patients on Tuesday, May 19th.

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Hamilton, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+19055219404

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