True North Veterinary Services

11/03/2026

💚🐮 A LITTLE LOVE FOR THE RVTs WHO KEEP IT ALL RUNNING! 🐴💚

As we wrap up RVT Appreciation Month, I wanted to take a moment to give a big shoutout to the incredible Registered Veterinary Technologists who make such a difference in veterinary medicine every single day!

Whether they're in the clinic, out in the barn, standing chute-side, or bouncing down a gravel road to the next farm call, RVTs wear a LOT of hats. From handling patients and assisting with procedures to running diagnostics, keeping records straight, troubleshooting equipment, and managing all the little details that keep a day running smoothly… there's rarely a dull moment!

And let's be honest… in large animal practice, there's usually a fair amount of manure involved too. 💩😂

RVTs are often the behind-the-scenes heroes, but their knowledge, skill, compassion, and hard work are anything but behind the scenes when it comes to the care our patients receive.

🙌 To all the hardworking RVTs out there, especially those working in large animal and rural practice — THANK YOU! Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed, and veterinary medicine simply wouldn't be the same without you.

For those who don't know, I spent 13 years as an RVT (2010–2023) before becoming a veterinarian. So when I say I appreciate what you do, I mean it firsthand! I know the long days, the juggling act, the dirty jobs, and the heart that goes into this profession.

Once an RVT, always an RVT! 😉💚

Dr. J

11/02/2026

🚗🐄 SOUNDS LIKE WE’RE HEADING ACROSS THE RIVER TO MANNING! 🐴🐑🐐

Well, folks… looks like I might be making a trip across the river to Manning! 👀 I’ve got a client looking for an appointment over that way, so you know what that means… time to see if we can fill up the day! 😁

As usual, if you’ve been putting off those preg checks, need an equine appointment, have some herd health work to get done, or have something else on your veterinary to-do list, now’s your chance to jump on the schedule!

📍 Manning and surrounding areas — if you’re interested in an appointment, send me a message and let’s see if we can make a day of it!

The more appointments I can group together, the less running around I have to do, and the better I can make those travel days work for everyone! 🚙💨

📩 Message me if you’d like to be added to the list! Let’s get that day filled up! 💚

Photo Source: Google

Dr. Josee Marcoux, DVM
True North Veterinary Services
📱1-780-837-0083

11/01/2026

💊🐾 Medication Order Reminder 🐾💊

Just a friendly reminder to plan ahead for any medications, supplies, or products you may need!

⏰ Order deadline:
All requests must be in by 11:45 AM on order today to arrive the following day.

👉 If you’re running low or know you’ll need something soon, please reach out ahead of time so we can get it ordered in for you!

Thank you for helping keep things running smoothly 💛

Dr. Josee Marcoux
True North Veterinary Services
📱1-780-837-0083

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM TRUE NORTH VETERINARY SERVICES! 👻🎃

Wishing everyone a spooktacular Halloween filled with more treats than tricks! 🍬🧡

Hopefully, your night is full of happy little ghosts, goblins, and maybe a few four-legged troublemakers dressed up for the occasion! 😂🐴🐄🐶

A few friendly reminders for all my animal folks:
🎃 Keep candy and chocolate away from curious noses!
🐴 Make sure horses and livestock are safe and secure if there’s extra activity around the farm.
🐶 Keep pets comfortable and away from the Halloween hustle and bustle.

And remember… around here, the scariest thing isn't ghosts or goblins — it's a surprise vet bill or a cow that decides to get ripped up going through the fence! 🤣👻🐄

Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy all the Halloween festivities!

🧡🎃 Happy Halloween, everyone! 🎃🧡

— Dr. J

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10/30/2026

📚🐴 A LITTLE LEARNING FOR THIS VET THIS WEEKEND! 🐄🐑

Just a heads-up, True North family! 💚

I’ll be heading out for some continuing education this weekend, so appointment availability will be a little more limited than usual!

One of the best parts of veterinary medicine is that there’s always something new to learn, skills to sharpen, and ways to keep improving the care I can provide to your animals. 🩺🐴🐄

I’m looking forward to bringing some new knowledge back to the Peace Country and putting it to good use!

Thanks for your patience and understanding while I take some time to invest in continuing to provide the best care I can for your four-legged family members. 🐾💚

Dr. J

10/29/2026

🍂🐄 NOVEMBER AVAILABILITY IS HERE! 🐴🐑🐐

November is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning those appointments! 📅🍁

Take a peek at the calendar and see when I’m scheduled to be in your area. Whether you need preg checks, equine appointments, herd health work, or something else, let’s see if we can get you on the schedule! And as always the calendar is tentative and maybe subject to change!

💊 MEDICATION ORDER REMINDERS

🗓️ Regular medication orders are placed Sundays and Wednesdays.
📍 High Prairie area clients: Your designated order days this month are November 11th and 18th. Please make sure to get your orders in before the cutoff!

📍 DON’T SEE YOUR AREA ON THE CALENDAR?

No worries! If a date isn’t listed for your location, please reach out and inquire anyway! 😊 Just because I haven’t written it on the calendar doesn’t mean we can’t make something work. I’m always happy to see what we can arrange! My HP days seem to be falling on the weekends so that will most likely continue into November!

As always, grouping appointments by area helps me cut down on travel time and mileage, so if you know you need something done, don’t wait until the last minute to reach out!

Thanks for keeping True North Veterinary Services busy and for supporting this little mobile vet business. I appreciate you all! 💚

📩 Send me a message to book or ask about availability!

Dr. Josee Marcoux, DVM
True North Veterinary Services
📱1-780-837-0083

10/28/2026

🐑🐐🌷 EASTER MARKET LAMBS & KIDS? IT’S TIME TO THINK AHEAD! 🌷🐐🐑

If you’re hoping to have lambs or goat kids ready for the Easter market, now’s the time to start counting backward on the calendar! ⏰📅

With sheep and goats having a typical gestation of around 147–150 days, when you put the rams and bucks in with your females matters! If you’re aiming for a specific market window, your breeding dates need to be planned well in advance.

🐏🐐 A few things to get sorted before breeding season:

✅ Make sure your ewes and does are in good body condition and ready for breeding.
✅ Have your ram or buck’s fertility and breeding soundness assessed before he goes to work.
✅ Review your flock or herd’s nutrition and overall health.
✅ Make sure your breeding dates line up with your planned kidding/lambing dates and marketing goals.

A little planning now can make a big difference when lambing and kidding season rolls around! 💚

Need a hand getting your sheep or goat herd ready? Whether it’s pre-breeding health checks, nutrition, or chatting through your breeding timeline, I am happy to help!

📩 Let’s get your flock or herd set up for success!

Dr. Josee Marcoux, DVM
True North Veterinary Services
1-780-837-0083

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

I feel like I haven't chatted about small ruminants in awhile so without furth a do!

🐑🐐🍂 SHEEP & GOAT PRODUCERS THAT TIME OF YEAR IS COMING… YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS! 🍂🐐🐑

The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting cooler, and breeding season is kicking into gear! 👀🍂

Did you know that sheep and most goats are short-day breeders? That means their reproductive systems respond to decreasing daylight hours, making them naturally cycle and breed more actively as we head into fall. 🌙

And for producers, you know what that means… IT’S RAM & BUCK SEASON! 🐏🐐💥

Before you turn your boys out with the girls, here are a few things worth thinking about:

✅ Body condition: Make sure your ewes and does are in suitable condition heading into breeding.
✅ Ram & buck readiness: Don’t wait until breeding day to discover your guy isn’t quite ready for the job! A breeding soundness exam can help identify potential issues before they affect your season.
✅ Nutrition & minerals: Review your flock or herd’s nutrition and make sure their needs are being met.
✅ Breeding dates: Have a plan! Sheep gestation averages around 147 days, while goats average around 150 days. Planning ahead helps you estimate when those little ones will arrive. 🗓️🐑🐐

Whether you’re aiming for Easter market lambs and kids or simply planning your next kidding and lambing season, a little preparation now can save a lot of headaches later!

Need a hand getting your sheep or goats ready for breeding season? True North Veterinary Services is here to help with pre-breeding health checks and flock and herd management. 💚

📩 Let’s get those small ruminants ready for the season!

Photo Source: Google, if you know you know! lol

Dr. Josee Marcoux, DVM
True North Veterinary Services
1-780-837-0083