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Serving Squamish and the Sea to Sky Corridor since 1997! Preventive care is a multi-pronged approach.

Established in Squamish, BC in 1997, Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital is a locally-owned and operated, full service veterinary clinic. Dr. Tom Honey and staff are dedicated to providing compassionate progressive care for your companion animal, with a focus on preventive care to extend and enhance the life of your pet. Our philosophy includes regular wellness check ups, nutrition and dental care as th

e primary forms of maintaining your pet’s overall health. To diagnose pet health issues, our on-site lab gives us the advantage of quickly performing a broad range of tests in order to provide the best treatment plan.

13/07/2025

🔥🐾 Hot Weather Warning for Pet Owners! 🐾🔥

As we experience another heatwave here in Squamish, we want to remind everyone of the dangers high heat can pose for your pets.

Heat Dangers to Watch Out For:
Heatstroke (can happen in minutes!)
Burned paw pads from hot pavement
Dehydration
Difficulty breathing, especially for flat-faced breeds

✅ How to Keep Your Pet Safe:
Always be sure your pets have access to shade and water when hanging around outdoors.
Be sure to avoid hot pavement as it can cause burns on your pet’s paw pads. Try walking on the grass, or go for walks in the early morning or later in the evening when it is cooler. Test the pavement with your hand, if it is too hot for you, it is too hot for them.
As always NEVER leave your pet unattended in a vehicle even with the windows cracked for any length of time. The temperature in a vehicle can skyrocket to dangerous temperatures within minutes. It is NEVER worth it.

If you notice any of these symptoms, please contact us ASAP.

Excessive panting or drooling, rapid heartbeat, bright red gums or tongue, lethargy or weakness, vomiting or diarrhea, uncoordinated movement or collapse, glazed eyes or confusion, seizures or unconsciousness (in severe cases) These could all be a sign of heatstroke.

Some of the signs of dehydration can include, dry nose or gums, sunken eyes, lethargy, and decreased appetite or urination.

We are here to keep your pets happy and healthy this summer season! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us by calling, emailing or even texting. If you call us after hours, you will have the option to be transferred to a registered Vet Nurse, who can help you through the next steps, including whether or not you should head to Mountainside in North Vancouver.

-Your team at Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital, wishing you and your furry friends, a stellar (and safe) summer season.

30/06/2025

🏷 Microchip Your Pet – 50% Off July & August! 🐾

Help your pet find their way home if they get lost — microchipping is quick, safe & now HALF PRICE at Garibaldi Veterinary Clinic for July & August! Loyalty members can also use 125 coins for each pet.

📅 Appointments required:
📞 Call 604-898-9089
💻 Book online: gvh.ca/forms/request-an-appointment

✅ FREE chip scans also available — drop in to check your pet’s chip info or get help updating their SmartTag & BC Pet Registry profiles.

🎯 Don’t forget to:

- Register with SmartTag
- Keep your info updated!
- License your pet with the District of Squamish

🍁 Happy Canada Day! We’re closed July 1st — back July 2nd!

🎆 Canada Day Pet Tips:
✔ Keep pets indoors during fireworks
✔ Create a cozy, quiet space
✔ Double-check ID tags
✔ Ask us about anxiety support!

📞 Emergency? Call us & follow prompts for PetNurse to speak to a Registered Veterinary Nurse or proceed directly to Mountainside Animal Hospital in North Vancouver.

Squamish, District of

26/06/2025

🇨🇦Happy Canada Day from our team at Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital!! 🇨🇦

We will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st to celebrate Canada Day!
We’ll be back bright and early on Wednesday, July 2nd.

Here are a few reminders to help your pets enjoy the celebrations as much as you do!
-Keep pets indoors during loud celebrations such as fireworks.
-Create a cozy hiding spot with their favorite blanket or toy
-Double-check ID tags in case they get spooked and run
-Ask us ahead of time about anxiety support if needed!

A little prep goes a long way in keeping your pets calm, comfy, and safe during the celebration.

As a reminder, as the weather warms up, we want to stress the importance of making sure your pet has access to shade and plenty of water. As always, NEVER leave your pet unattended in a vehicle, even for a moment.

If you have any concerns about your pet while we are closed, don’t forget about PetNurse! If your pet is ill or injured outside of our working hours, you can call our clinic at 604-898-9089 and choose to be transferred to a Registered Veterinary Nurse who can help evaluate the needs of your pet and give clear next steps including whether or not you should go to Mountainside Animal Emergency – Our nearest 24 hour emergency hospital.

21/06/2025

Just a note to say we’ll be closing early today at 4pm, so that our team can join Dr. Honey and Janice at the celebration of their marriage! This is the fun way they have included their blended family of pets - by having them declare their support on their cocktail napkins! 🐶🐶🐶🐈‍⬛🦜
We will be back to regular hours tomorrow and we also offer PetNurse, a triage service aimed to give you 24/7 peace of mind and reduce your stress and inconvenience, by eliminating unnecessary trips to an emergency animal hospital. If your pet is injured or ill outside of our working hours, you can call our clinic at 604-898-9089 and choose to be transferred to a Registered Veterinary Nurse, who can help evaluate the severity of your pet’s health situation, determine urgency, and specify clear next steps.

Alternatively if you need to order food or prescriptions, or to book an appointment to see us, go to gvh.ca to access our online portal to request an appointment.

11/06/2025

Poor Air Quality & Your Pets
With the wildfire currently burning close to home in Squamish we wanted to remind everyone that when air quality advisories are issued, many of the same warnings for humans tend to apply for cats, dogs and other animals. This would include avoiding any vigorous exercise and continuing to stay cool and hydrated. As most animals tend to spend their time closer to ground, they can sometimes be spared – since smoke is likely to hover higher in the air.

🌫️ Why Smoke Is Dangerous for Pets:
Smoke contains harmful pollutants like carbon monoxide, fine particulate matter (PM2.5), and toxic gases. These irritants can affect your pet's respiratory system, especially in animals with pre-existing conditions like asthma, bronchitis, or heart disease.

Some of the key risks include:
-Respiratory Irritation
-Lung Damage
-Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
-Hypoxia (Oxygen Deprivation)
-Worsening of Pre-existing conditions: Pets with heart disease, asthma, or chronic respiratory issues are at much higher risk of severe complications from even low levels of smoke.

Signs of Smoke Inhalation in Pets:
-Coughing or wheezing
-Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
-Red, watery eyes
-Fatigue or weakness
-Disorientation or confusion
-Reduced appetite

What to do if you suspect smoke inhalation:
-Move your pet to fresh air immediately
Keep them calm and quiet
-Seek emergency veterinary attention
-If you pet collapses or struggles to breath, call ahead and transport them safely

How to Protect Your Pets:
-Keep pets indoors with windows and doors shut
-Avoid driving with open windows – Car air can be just as bad.
-Only take short potty breaks outside when necessary
-Avoid vigorous play or walks outdoors
-Wipe your pet’s fur and paws after going outside to remove ash and toxins
-Prepare a “go bag” with pet essentials in case of evacuation and know where you’ll go if evacuation becomes necessary and bring your pets with you.

💡 Remember: If the air isn’t safe for you to breathe, it’s not safe for your pet either. ❤️🐾

For updates on the air quality index, please see the link below from the Government of Canada.
https://weather.gc.ca/airquality/pages/bcaq-020_e.html

For updates on the Evacuation Alert please follow Squamish, District of or go to:
https://squamish.ca/our-services/emergency-program/emergency-updates/dryden/

07/06/2025

In light of this weekend’s soaring temperatures we’re reposting this important reminder:
🚨 Never Leave Your Dog in a Hot Car, Even for a Minute 🚨

Every year, dogs suffer and die from heatstroke after being left in parked cars. Even on a mild day, the temperature inside a vehicle can skyrocket within minutes.

🔥 On a 75°F (24°C) day, the inside of a car can hit 94°F (34°C) in 10 minutes
🔥 Cracking the windows does nothing to keep it safe
🔥 Dogs can suffer organ failure, brain damage, or death in under 15 minutes

Dogs don’t sweat like we do. They rely on panting to cool down, and in a hot car, it’s not enough.

💔 Don’t risk their life — not even for a quick stop.

🚨 If you see a dog inside a hot car:
- Call the RCMP non emergency line at 604.892.6100, or Squamish animal control at 604.815.5067. While you are waiting for their response you can note the license plate, vehicle colour, make and model and ask managers of nearby businesses to page the owner to return to their vehicle immediately.
- If you feel the animal is in distress, call 911 to dispatch the fire department, who can extract the animal from the car.
-While most people mean well when they say they’d be willing to break a glass window to get an animal out of a roasting vehicle, unfortunately, only RCMP and the local fire department have the authority to enter a vehicle lawfully to help a pet in distress.
-Stay with the animal until help arrives.

No errand is worth a life!

Many thanks to the Squamish, District of Community Bylaw Services department for responding quickly to our requests for information, to make sure this info is accurate for

27/05/2025

🐾 Bear Safety Tips for Pet Owners in Squamish 🐾

Living in beautiful Squamish means sharing our trails and backyards with wildlife - this hungry guy/girl was recently spotted passing through Janice and Dr Honey’s backyard! Spring and summer mean more bear sightings around town and on the trails! Our team at Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital wants to help you keep your pets safe during bear season. 🐻

Here are a few important tips to keep in mind:
✅ Keep dogs on leash during walks and hikes — even the friendliest pup can get into trouble if they surprise a bear.
✅ Avoid early morning or late evening walks, when bears are most active.
✅ Never leave pet food outside — it can attract bears right to your doorstep.
✅ Carry bear spray and know how to use it — just in case.
✅ If you see a bear, stay calm, back away slowly, and never run.

Prevention is key — Let’s keep our wild neighbors wild — and our furry companions safe!

If you have questions about wildlife safety or what to do in an emergency, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you and your furry family members. 💚

25/05/2025

🌧️🐶 Wet Dog = Risk of Ear Infection🦻💦

Did you know that moisture in your dog’s ears—especially after swimming, baths, or rainy day adventures—can lead to ear infections?

Watch for these signs:
🔁 Head shaking
👂 Scratching or rubbing ears
😖 Redness, swelling, or a funky smell

Although it may seem counterintuitive to use a liquid ear cleaner on wet ears, the proper ear cleaners actually dry the ears by displacing water out of the ear canals, getting rid of moisture.

How to prevent ear infections?
✔️ Gently dry their ears after water fun (even after a walk in the rain)
✔️ Use a vet-approved ear cleaner — it helps by breaking down wax, drying excess moisture, and keeping the ear canal balanced and fresh
✔️ Never use cotton swabs (they can push debris deeper!)

If your dog’s ears seem uncomfortable, give us a call. We’re here to help keep those floppy (or pointy!) ears healthy and happy. 🐾💚

15/05/2025

🎉🐶 Long Weekend Alert! 🐱🍁
We’re taking a “paws” this Monday, May 19th, to celebrate Victoria Day!

Our clinic will be closed for the day, but we’ll be back on Tuesday, to care for all of you furry/feathered friends' needs!

Have a safe and happy long weekend with your furry crew!

In the meantime, we are excited to offer PetNurse, a new triage service aimed to give you 24/7 peace of mind and reduce your stress and inconvenience, by eliminating unnecessary trips to an emergency animal hospital. If your pet is injured or ill outside of our working hours, you can call our clinic at 604-898-9089 and choose to be transferred to a Registered Veterinary Nurse, who can help evaluate the severity of your pet’s health situation, determine urgency, and specify clear next steps.

Alternatively if you need to order food or prescriptions, or to book an appointment to see us, go to gvh.ca to access our online portal to request an appointment.

05/05/2025

What an amazing day at the Youth Triathlon!
There’s nothing more inspiring than watching these young athletes give it their all—from the first splash to the final sprint. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We here at Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital were very proud to sponsor and support our AMAZING Squamish youth at the 2025 Youth Triathlon. Some of our staff spent the morning directing racers and handing out medals as the kids hit that final home stretch, and we were cheering them on along the way. Our team realizes the importance of being out in the community and showing our support! We even had one of our own (one of our veterinarians and her son) in the race and were ecstatic to cheer him on! It was a beautiful day and we hope all the racers had as much fun as we did!

To all the kids who showed courage and determination—you are incredible. And to the volunteers and organizers: thank you for making it all happen! We will see you next year!

Squamish Youth Triathlon

01/05/2025

As the weather warms up here in beautiful Squamish, we want to remind all pet owners:
🚨 Never Leave Your Dog in a Hot Car, Even for a Minute 🚨

Every year, dogs suffer and die from heatstroke after being left in parked cars. Even on a mild day, the temperature inside a vehicle can skyrocket within minutes.

🔥 On a 75°F (24°C) day, the inside of a car can hit 94°F (34°C) in 10 minutes
🔥 Cracking the windows does nothing to keep it safe
🔥 Dogs can suffer organ failure, brain damage, or death in under 15 minutes

Dogs don’t sweat like we do. They rely on panting to cool down, and in a hot car, it’s not enough.

💔 Don’t risk their life — not even for a quick stop.

🚨 If you see a dog inside a hot car:
- Call the RCMP non emergency line at 604.892.6100, or Squamish animal control at 604.815.5067. While you are waiting for their response you can note the license plate, vehicle colour, make and model and ask managers of nearby businesses to page the owner to return to their vehicle immediately.
- If you feel the animal is in distress, call 911 to dispatch the fire department, who can extract the animal from the car.
-While most people mean well when they say they’d be willing to break a glass window to get an animal out of a roasting vehicle, unfortunately, only RCMP and the local fire department have the authority to enter a vehicle lawfully to help a pet in distress.
-Stay with the animal until help arrives.

No errand is worth a life!

Many thanks to the Squamish, District of Community Bylaw Services department for responding quickly to our requests for information, to make sure this info is accurate for

22/04/2025

🌎🐾 Happy Earth Day from Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital! 🐾🌎

Here in beautiful Squamish, we’re lucky to share our trails, forests, and backyards with amazing wildlife — and that includes our furry, feathered, and scaled friends! 🐶🐱🐦🐢

Here are a few paw-sitive ways you can go green with your pets:
♻️ Recycle pet food cans and packaging
🚶‍♀️ Choose walks over car rides (your dog will thank you!)
💧 Conserve water during bath time
🌿 Use eco-friendly pet products that are kind to the planet and paws
Because in Squamish, we don’t just love the outdoors — we live it. 💚

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Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 17:00
Sunday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

604-898-9089

Website

http://gvh.ca/

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