Otonabee Animal Hospital

06/20/2025

Today is Take your dog to work day! 🐶🚘
Do you have a job where you can take your furry friend with you??
We would love to see, even if you work from home!!
Drop a photo! 🐾

06/18/2025

Celebrating Veterinary Appreciation Day:👩‍⚕️

Veterinary Appreciation Day, observed annually on June 18th, is a dedicated occasion to recognize the tireless work and unwavering compassion of veterinary professionals. These individuals dedicate their lives to the health and well-being of our beloved animal companions, offering expertise, support, and comfort to both pets and their owners.

This year, we want to extend a particularly heartfelt thank you to the exceptional team at Otonabee Animal Hospital, who embody the true spirit of veterinary medicine.

At the heart of Otonabee Animal Hospital is Dr. Mary Rorke, the owner and founder. Her dedication to providing accessible and compassionate care is truly remarkable. Dr. Rorke’s kindness and willingness to "squeeze people in" during times of need are a testament to her commitment to the animals and families she serves. Her leadership has cultivated a welcoming and supportive environment, making Otonabee Animal Hospital a trusted resource for the community.

In addition to her many responsibilities, Dr. Rorke personally performs all of the hospital’s COHATs (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessments and Treatments). These procedures are essential for maintaining pets’ dental health and preventing painful issues down the road. While vital, COHATs can be incredibly taxing—especially when tooth extractions are needed. Pulling teeth can be hard on the hands and physically demanding, requiring strength, precision, and endurance. Completing a COHAT is no small task, and Dr. Rorke approaches each one with the same dedication and care, ensuring her patients receive the best possible treatment.

We also wish to express our profound gratitude to Dr. Katrina Chomko. Her extensive knowledge and ability to explain complex medical issues in an understandable way are invaluable to pet owners navigating challenging health concerns. As a skilled surgeon, Dr. Chomko is known for her meticulous work, striving for the smallest and least invasive incisions possible. Beyond her technical expertise, Dr. Chomko is admired for her kind, caring, and thorough approach to every patient.

Veterinarians like Dr. Rorke and Dr. Chomko are more than just medical professionals; they are trusted advisors, compassionate caregivers, and unwavering advocates for animal welfare. They work tirelessly, often under pressure and in emotionally demanding situations, to ensure that our pets live happy and healthy lives.

On this Veterinary Appreciation Day, let us all take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the dedication and hard work of veterinarians everywhere—and especially the outstanding team at Otonabee Animal Hospital.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our furry companions. Your work is truly valued and deeply appreciated.🐾🐶🐱

06/16/2025

Today is take your cat to work day 🐾🧳⛑
Tag us in your best office cat moments! 🐱

06/14/2025

To the dog Dads who go above and beyond - Today's for you! 🐾💓
Post pictures of your fur babies below! 📥

06/13/2025

Fun Fact Friday: Blast Off with Félicette, the Astrocat!🪐

Happy Friday, animal lovers! Get ready for a purr-fectly fascinating fact that's out of this world! This week, we're shining a spotlight on a true pioneer of space exploration, and you might be surprised to learn it wasn't a dog, monkey, or even a human at first – it was a cat!☄️

Meet Félicette, a Parisian feline who boldly went where no cat had gone before! In 1963, as part of the French space program, this brave calico cat was launched into space. Yes, you read that right!👩‍🚀

While the United States and the Soviet Union were locked in a race to conquer space, France was conducting its own research, including studies on animals in space. Félicette, carefully selected for her calm demeanor and overall health, underwent rigorous training for her mission.💫

On October 18, 1963, Félicette was strapped into a specially designed capsule aboard a Véronique AG1 rocket and launched into suborbital space. The flight lasted about 15 minutes, during which she experienced weightlessness and G-forces. After reaching an altitude of approximately 100 miles, her capsule parachuted safely back to Earth.

And the best part? Félicette survived the journey! She became the first and, so far, only cat to have survived a trip to space. Her successful mission provided valuable data on the effects of space travel on living organisms and paved the way for future human spaceflights.

While Félicette's contribution to science and space exploration often goes unnoticed, she deserves to be celebrated for her bravery and contribution to our understanding of space. So, this Friday, let's give a big meow-t to Félicette, the astrocat who proved that even felines can reach for the stars!

Stay tuned for more fun facts next Friday!!
Have a wonderful weekend!🐾🐱

06/12/2025

😍 Meet the two newest members of the Otonabee Animal Hospital family! Memphis and Navy! 🥰

06/11/2025

Don’t Let Fleas & Ticks Take Over! 🐾 Protect your pets with our seasonal flea and tick prevention treatments. Book your appointment today to keep your furry friends safe this summer!

Call us at (705) 743-4936 to book your pet in!

06/10/2025

Today we honour the pets who've left paw prints on our hearts! 🥰 Share a memory, photo, or tribute in the comments to celebrate your beloved companion! 🕯️🐾

06/06/2025

Fun Fact Friday: Ticks - They're Not Just Hanging Out in the Woods! This could put you in a TICKY situation! 🤣

You might think you only need to worry about these little bloodsuckers when you're hiking through dense forests, but we're here to tell you that's a grave miscalculation. Get ready for this: Ticks can be found nearly everywhere, even hitching a ride on birds!

Think about it: birds travel vast distances, crossing fields, forests, and even urban landscapes. They're like miniature, winged tick taxis, unknowingly spreading these pests far and wide. This means even if you live in a city apartment with a tiny balcony "garden," your pet is still at risk.

Now, before you start packing your bags and moving to the North Pole (where, thankfully, ticks are less common), let's talk about what you can do to protect your beloved companions.

Year-round Prevention is Key: Don't let your guard down just because it's not "tick season" according to some outdated calendar. Warmer winters and changing weather patterns mean ticks are active for longer periods. Talk to us about the best preventative medications for your pet.
Regular Tick Checks: After spending time outdoors, meticulously check your pet (and yourself!) for ticks. Pay special attention to areas like the ears, armpits, groin, and between the toes.

So, there you have it. A little bit of knowledge, a dash of humour, and a whole lot of tick awareness to kick off your weekend! Remember, at Otonabee Animal Hospital, we're dedicated to keeping your pets happy, healthy, and tick-free.

As always, if you have any questions about tick prevention or find a tick on your pet, don't hesitate to give us a call. We're here to help!

Have a fantastic (and tick-aware) weekend! And if you see a bird, just... be mindful. They might be innocent, but their passengers might not be. 😉

06/02/2025

We've been nominated!!! Be sure to cast your votes! 🙌🙌

Polls are now open. Vote on your favorites in the Peterborough Readers' Choice now until June 20th, 2025.

05/30/2025

Hey Otonabee Animal Hospital friends! 👋

It's Fun Fact Friday! Did you know a dog's nose print is as unique as a human fingerprint? 🐾 Just like us, no two dogs have the same nose!

So next time you're admiring your furry friend's adorable face, take a closer look at that one-of-a-kind nose. It's just another amazing thing that makes them special.

Have a fantastic Friday! 😊

05/25/2025

George is just popping in to say "Happy Sunday!"🥰