Downtown Animal Hospital Hamilton

12/25/2025

We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

12/24/2025

Winter season is STILL Bravecto season!

Flea prevention shouldn’t stop when temperatures drop.
Fleas can remain active indoors throughout the winter months. Administering Bravecto® year-round helps protect dogs and cats from flea infestations and flea-related skin disease—even in colder seasons. Ask us if your pet is due! 🐕‍🦺

Give us a call at (905) 521-9404

12/23/2025

Don't forget to pick up any medication or food that you may need over the holidays as we will be operating on modified hours!

12/23/2025

Winter is officially here. Some dogs love the cold weather but precautions should still be taken to keep your dog happy and healthy this winter.

❄Don't overdo outdoor time in frigid temperatures- this could lead to frostbite or hypothermia

❄Make sure to keep your dog hydrated

❄Clothing like coats and boots will help keep your dog warm- especially those with short fur

❄Wipe off paws after walks as the salt can cause discomfort

❄Never leave your dog in a cold vehicle.

12/16/2025

Playtime for the twins!

12/15/2025

Another reminder of our holiday hours! Please call to order food and medication that you will need over the holidays!

12/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Hazards to Watch Out For!
The season is full of fun, but some holiday traditions can be risky for pets. Keep your furry family safe by avoiding:
🐾 Toxic treats – chocolate, xylitol, grapes, raisins
🐾 Dangerous décor – tinsel, ribbons, glass ornaments
🐾 Plants that poison – lilies, poinsettias, mistletoe
🐾 Electrical cords – curious chewers beware!
🐾 Table scraps – fatty foods can trigger pancreatitis

If your pet gets into something they shouldn’t, call us right away. Wishing you and your pets a warm and safe holiday season! ❤️🐶🐱

12/10/2025

❄ Snow outside= fun inside! It can be hard to get outside for exercise and activity on those colder winter days but our dogs can get very bored, very fast if not entertained. This can lead to stress and destructive behaviour. Consider some fun games and activities you can do indoors with your dog to keep them happy and stimulated when it is too cold to play outside.

some fun ideas you can try are:

❄Chew toys- Dogs love different textures so keeping a variety of toys gives them lots of options for entertainment. Bonus points if you can play tug-of-war
❄ Snuffle mats - Hide treats in the mat for your dog to sniff out
❄Treat in cup game- Hide a treat under 1 of 3 cups and mix them up. Let your dog figure out what cup it is under (make sure they see you hide the treat initially)
❄Puzzle games- there are a variety of treat dispensing games that require them to use problem solving skills
❄Obedience training refreshers to keep them mentally stimulated
❄Play dates with other dogs
❄Snuggle time with you to increase bonding 🩷
How do you keep your dog occupied when its cold? Drop your ideas in the comments to share!

12/09/2025

Happy International Day of Veterinary Medicine!
Today we celebrate the heroes who protect animal health, support our food systems, advance medical science, and keep our furry family members thriving. 🐾💉
Thank you, veterinarians, for all you do!

12/09/2025

❄️🐾 Winter doesn’t freeze everything… including ticks! Check your pets after walks and trips to the park. If you find a tick on your pet, you can safely remove yourself, or bring them in to and we can remove it for you!

Please refer to this helpful video for at home tick removal

You found a tick on your pet... now what?! This is one of the most popular questions asked in veterinary practice. This video shows you how to safely remove ...

12/02/2025

Check out our patients, Charlie and Jerry on their YouTube channel!

Two orange tabby cat influencers from Ontario, Canada! 🇨🇦 🍊 we love our mom and dad and cuddling and kissing!

12/01/2025

Please note we will have adjusted hours during the holidays. All other days in between we will be open regular hours. Please get any food or medication orders in early so you are not without over Christmas! Due to demand, orders may be delayed!