Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital

Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital We are a privately owned, small animal veterinary hospital located in Maple Ridge, BC.

Our mission is to provide the same excellent care and service we would want for our own pets to our patients and clients.

📅 Online Booking Reminder 🐾Thank you for using our online appointment request system! 💻🐶🐱Please note: As there has been ...
06/16/2025

📅 Online Booking Reminder 🐾

Thank you for using our online appointment request system! 💻🐶🐱

Please note: As there has been some confusion lately, we want to remind you that online submissions are requests only — they do not guarantee a confirmed appointment. You will receive an automated appointment reminder via email and/or text message a day or two prior. Please check the date and time carefully and note that if you have multiple pets scheduled, you will receive multiple messages with 2 or more start times.

Once we receive your request, a member of our reception team will reach out to you to confirm the date and time. This ensures we can match your pet’s needs with the best available care. We have multiple channel options as a point of contact but calling us is always guaranteed to be the best method.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to helping your furry family members! ❤️

If your pet needs urgent attention, please call the clinic directly.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads who go above and beyond! Whether you're cuddling on the couch or tossing a toy, your ...
06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the dads who go above and beyond! Whether you're cuddling on the couch or tossing a toy, your family appreciates everything you do.

Puppies and kittens have different nutritional needs in each of their growth phases. Ask us about the best ways to feed ...
06/14/2025

Puppies and kittens have different nutritional needs in each of their growth phases. Ask us about the best ways to feed your puppy or kitten to make sure they get the nutrients they need when they need them most.

"How Cats Express Their Feelings"🔍 Understand your cat better through body language, sounds, and behavior!🐾 Body Languag...
06/13/2025

"How Cats Express Their Feelings"

🔍 Understand your cat better through body language, sounds, and behavior!

🐾 Body Language

Tail:

🟢 Upright + curved = Happy

🔵 Puffed up = Scared

🟡 Tucked = Nervous

🔴 Flicking = Agitated

Ears:

👉 Forward = Curious

👂 Back = Angry or scared

🔄 Swiveling = Unsure

Eyes:

😽 Slow blink = Trust

😼 Dilated pupils = Excited or scared

👀 Stare = Potential aggression

🗣️ Vocalizations

🐾 Purring = Content or self-soothing

🗯 Meowing = Attention, request

❗ Hissing/Growling = Fear or discomfort

😸 Chirping/Trilling = Friendly or excited

🧠 Behavior Clues

🧶 Rubbing = Affection

🐾 Kneading = Comfort

🙈 Hiding = Stress/illness

🐭 “Gifts” = Instinct & love

🛁 Over/Under Grooming = Stress or health issue

❤️ Bonding Tip

Want to bond with your cat?

Watch their signals, go at their pace, and always respect their boundaries.
💬 Trust takes time—but it’s worth it!

Wasp, bee, and fire ant stings can pose a hazard to curious pets! 🐝☀️ Summer Stings & Your Pet: What to Know! 🐶🐾Warm wea...
06/10/2025

Wasp, bee, and fire ant stings can pose a hazard to curious pets!

🐝☀️ Summer Stings & Your Pet: What to Know! 🐶🐾

Warm weather means more time outside — but it also means bees, wasps, and other stinging insects are buzzing around. Here are some quick Pet Safety Tips to help keep your furry friends safe this summer:

🐾 Watch for Nests – Check yards, porches, and bushes before letting your pet roam.
🐾 Stay Calm – Pets may try to chase or bite flying insects. Gently redirect them.
🐾 Know the Signs – Swelling, whining, excessive licking, or sudden limping? Could be a sting!
🐾 Emergency Ready – A sting near the face, throat, or multiple stings? Call us immediately.

💛 Keep playtime safe this summer. Questions? We’re here to help!

📞 604-465-5421
📍 11961 203rd St
Maple Ridge, BC

🌡️🐶 Know the Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets! 🐾☀️Hot days can be dangerous for our furry friends! Heat stroke is a medical ...
06/08/2025

🌡️🐶 Know the Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets! 🐾☀️

Hot days can be dangerous for our furry friends! Heat stroke is a medical emergency—knowing the signs could save your pet’s life:

🚨 Warning Signs:

🔴 Excessive panting, rapid breathing or drooling
🔴 Weakness or collapse
🔴 Vomiting or diarrhea
🔴 Bright red gums or tongue
🔴 Disorientation or glazed eyes
🔴 Hot Skin

🐕💦 Keep pets cool with shade, fresh water, and never leave them in a parked car! Certain breeds of dogs with thick fur or short snouts such as pugs, bulldogs, boxers, french bulldogs, etc are particularly susceptible to heat stroke.

If you suspect heat stroke, call us IMMEDIATELY. Early action makes all the difference. 💚

📞 604-465-5421
📍 11961 203rd St
Maple Ridge, BC

🐾 Fleas & Ticks: Truth or Myth? 🐜Think your pet is safe? Think again.🔸 Myth: “My pet doesn’t go outside, so they’re safe...
06/05/2025

🐾 Fleas & Ticks: Truth or Myth? 🐜
Think your pet is safe? Think again.

🔸 Myth: “My pet doesn’t go outside, so they’re safe from fleas and ticks.”
Truth: Fleas and ticks can hitch a ride on shoes, clothing, or other pets and end up right in your home.

🔸 Myth: “I don’t see any bugs, so there’s no problem.”
Truth: Fleas and ticks are tiny and great at hiding. You might not see them until there’s an infestation — or a health issue.

🔸 Myth: “Flea and tick season is only in the summer.”
Truth: These pests can survive indoors year-round. Some regions like ours never get cold enough to kill them off entirely.

🔸 Myth: “My pet only needs protection if they scratch a lot.”
Truth: Many pets don’t show symptoms until it’s too late. Prevention is always easier (and cheaper) than treatment.

💡 Protect year-round. Even indoor pets.

Fuzzy paws, twitchy tails, and tiny purrs—don’t forget to hug the feline in your life today! 🐾
06/04/2025

Fuzzy paws, twitchy tails, and tiny purrs—don’t forget to hug the feline in your life today! 🐾

Two great SAVINGS opportunities with Royal Canin. Scan the QR code to shop our online store to take advantage!Please not...
06/02/2025

Two great SAVINGS opportunities with Royal Canin. Scan the QR code to shop our online store to take advantage!

Please note, if you are experiencing any issues trying to redeem either of these promotions please reach out to myVETstore Customer Care team directly either by
phone 1-855-487-7872, or via email [email protected].

If you suspect your pet may have an obstruction (such as something stuck in their stomach or intestines), it's important...
06/01/2025

If you suspect your pet may have an obstruction (such as something stuck in their stomach or intestines), it's important to act quickly. Here are common signs that may indicate an obstruction in a dog or cat:

General Signs of Obstruction

Vomiting (especially repeatedly or projectile vomiting)

Lack of appetite or complete refusal to eat

Lethargy (unusual tiredness or lack of energy)

Abdominal pain or bloating (your pet may yelp, hunch, or react when their belly is touched)

Constipation or inability to pass stool

Diarrhea (sometimes alternating with constipation)

Gagging or retching

Excessive drooling

Behaviour changes (restlessness, hiding, or aggression due to pain)

Weight loss (if the obstruction is partial or ongoing)

Pawing at the mouth or face (especially if the object is in the throat or mouth)

Additional Signs in Cats

Frequent unproductive attempts to vomit or gag

String or ribbon hanging from the mouth or a**s (do not pull it)

Common Causes of Obstruction

Toys

Bones

Clothing (socks, underwear)

String, yarn, hair elastics (especially dangerous for cats)

Hairballs

Rocks or gravel

If you suspect an obstruction, do not wait—it can become life-threatening quickly. A vet may need to do X-rays, emergency surgery or refer asap to a specialty hospital.

Environmental allergies in dogs and cats can be frustrating for pet owners. The diagnosis and management of this chronic...
05/31/2025

Environmental allergies in dogs and cats can be frustrating for pet owners. The diagnosis and management of this chronic condition require a good deal of commitment from all involved.

Fortunately, a wide variety of treatment avenues are available and provide excellent comfort to affected pets.
Like people, dogs and cats can develop allergies to many things, including food, dust, mould, and pollen.

Book your appointment today to discuss a variety of options to help take the itch out! https://pbxx.it/ammrFC

05/30/2025

🐾 Keep your kitty curious and happy! 🧠✨

Cat enrichment is key to a healthy, stress-free feline. Try puzzle feeders, window perches, climbing trees, or even a cardboard box fortress! 🐱💡

You can create some fun for your cat with everyday household objects this is FREE. For instance:

🐾 Recycle empty paper towel rolls for your cat by cutting small holes in the sides, inserting some treats, and folding over the ends. Then let your cat work to get the goodies out.

🐾 Set up an obstacle course for your cat with paper bags and cardboard boxes. Encourage them to dart in and out to their heart's content.
Cut holes in a clean and empty pizza box and place treats inside for your cat to dig out.

🐾 Does your cat like to dive into your suitcase when you're trying to pack? Set out an old one that they can use as a plaything.

🐾 Put out things they can bat around, such as ping pong balls or crumpled up paper. Just be careful it's not small enough for them to choke on or swallow.

🐾 Save plastic soda or juice bottles to use as treat dispensers. Carefully cut different sized holes in the plastic bottle and add some treats for your cat.

A stimulated cat = a happy cat

Address

11961 203rd Street
Maple Ridge, BC
V2X4V2

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16044655421

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Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital

The staff at Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital have been providing service to pet owners in the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and the surrounding areas since 1972. The care of your pet through all of the life stages is a privilege and responsibility we appreciate and value immensely.

We strive to provide high quality medical and surgical services, as well as exceptional nursing and preventive health care to all our patients as if they were our own pets. We aim to help your pets so they can live long, healthy, happy lives.

We have a wide variety of prescriptions diets and medications, in-house lab system where qualified Registered Technicians maintain and run tests to receive quick and comprehensive results for your pet, full body and dental digital radiology equipment, a large surgical suite and a dedicated team of health care professionals that strive to provide the best possible care for your pet(s).