Lynden Veterinary Hospital

Lynden Veterinary Hospital We are a full-service veterinary medical facility owned by Dr. John Berry for over 30 years.

We see dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, rodents, ferrets, reptiles, and amphibians. We strive to provide the best care possible for all our highly valued patients.

In Loving Memory of Sierra Rose JohnsonIt is with profound sadness that the team at Lynden Veterinary Hospital announces...
12/12/2024

In Loving Memory of Sierra Rose Johnson

It is with profound sadness that the team at Lynden Veterinary Hospital announces the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Sierra Johnson, on Friday, December 6th. Sierra’s infectious energy, her deep compassion for animals, and her dedication to our team and our clients made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of working with her.
Sierra’s love for animals of all kinds was evident in everything she did. As a veterinary assistant, she approached every task with enthusiasm, from caring for the animals to supporting her coworkers with a smile and a joke. She was known for her quick wit, her fearlessness in handling even the most challenging animals, her love of exotics (especially snakes) and the positivity she brought every day. Sierra’s presence at the hospital was a constant reminder of what it means to work with passion and care.
Her legacy of kindness, laughter, and dedication will remain with us. Sierra was more than a colleague – she was a friend, a sister, a daughter, and a proud pet mom. Her spirit touched all who knew her, and while she may no longer be with us, the love and joy she shared will live on in our hearts. We, at Lynden Veterinary Hospital, are heartbroken by her loss, and our thoughts are with her family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Sierra, you will be missed.

We will be CLOSED from Monday August 12 through Saturday August 17. Please allow us 24 hours notice to fill prescription...
08/07/2024

We will be CLOSED from Monday August 12 through Saturday August 17. Please allow us 24 hours notice to fill prescriptions this week. We will reopen with normal hours on Monday August 19. If your dog or cat is experiencing an emergency, call Animal Emergency Care, Bellingham. If your exotic pet is experiencing an emergency, call the Pet Emergency Center in Mt Vernon or The Center for Bird and Exotic Animal Medicine in Bothell.

07/23/2024

Updates to CDC’s August 1 dog importation rule: If you are bringing a dog into the US from a dog rabies-free or low-risk country, you now only need to fill out the simple CDC Dog Import Form. Other forms are no longer needed. The requirements for dogs arriving from high-risk countries have not changed, and these dogs are still required to have additional documents. Read the full requirements: www.cdc.gov/dogtravel

Who's happy that there's finally hot summer weather? We are! But high temperatures can be more dangerous for pets becaus...
07/10/2024

Who's happy that there's finally hot summer weather? We are! But high temperatures can be more dangerous for pets because they can't sweat like we do to cool themselves off. Signs of heatstroke in dogs and cats:
* Excessive/distressed/noisy panting or breathing.
* Increased heart rate.
* Restlessness, agitation, pacing.
* Drooling, brick red gums/tongue.
* Vomiting or diarrhea.
* Lethargy, confusion, weakness, collapse, and seizures.
These symptoms will be more subtle in cats but they are just as susceptible as dogs (despite how much they seem to love warmth). If you see these symptoms: COOL FIRST, transport second. Take them away from the heat immediately. Always use cool (NOT ICE COLD) water to cool them down. It may seem counter-intuitive but ice cold water reduces blood flow to the skin, which reduces their ability to cool down and can sometimes cause your pet to go into shock due to the extreme temperature differences. Full water immersion should only be used on dogs and only young healthy ones. Otherwise, pour cool water on your pet and have a fan or air conditioning blowing on them. Frozen ice packs wrapped in a towel may be placed in their armpits and groin. Encourage small sips of water but do not force them to drink. These treatments should be done until their temperature is back to normal. If you have a thermometer (human or animal), you can use it on your pet by inserting it rectally to track their temperature. A normal cat and dog temperature is usually 101-102.5*F. Once you've started these steps, give us a call for further advice.

Don’t forget to request and pick up your anti-firework-anxiety medications before 3pm tomorrow (July 3rd)!
07/02/2024

Don’t forget to request and pick up your anti-firework-anxiety medications before 3pm tomorrow (July 3rd)!

This one is for all the French bulldog, English bulldog, Boston Terrier, and other adorable squish-faced breed owners ou...
06/13/2024

This one is for all the French bulldog, English bulldog, Boston Terrier, and other adorable squish-faced breed owners out there! Have you noticed noisy breathing (especially with exercise), snorting, snoring, and tiring easily? Your dog may have Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, which is extremely common in brachycephalic breeds. In more serious cases, this can cause chronic gastritis, gastric reflux, and aspiration pneumonia, as well as collapsing airways and fainting. The good news is that this is completely curable! Because of their shortened snout, the bones and tissue in their face and nose are compressed. Their nostrils may be narrowed and restrict air flow, and they may have excessive tissue on the roof of their mouth which partially blocks their wind pipe. How is this cured? We do a surgical laser procedure under anesthesia to remove the excess tissue in the nostrils and mouth. The laser is able to do very fine detailed work and it cauterizes the tissue as it cuts, which means no bleeding and minimal swelling. The earlier this is corrected, the better the outcome, because this condition worsens over time.

Dr. Berry has extensive experience with this procedure and has been changing dogs' lives for more than five years now! Traditionally, this procedure has been limited to board certified surgeons, which can cost up to $10,000. With advances in laser technology, Dr. Berry can provide your furry friend with much needed relief at a much more affordable cost. If you think your dog may benefit from this procedure, give us a call for an appointment to get them assessed!

This is Freya! Freya has Wobbler syndrome, a neurological disease that affects her spine in her neck area. We use MLS la...
06/07/2024

This is Freya! Freya has Wobbler syndrome, a neurological disease that affects her spine in her neck area. We use MLS laser therapy to help reduce her pain and inflammation. It is a completely painless treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to target damaged cells and stimulate healing. It can be used to treat arthritis, post-operative pain and inflammation, IVDD (intervertebral disc disease), hip dysplasia, cruciate ligament injuries, and more. If this sounds like something your pet may benefit from, give us a call today!

July 4th is one month away! If you think your pet needs sedatives to help them with firework anxiety, give us a call tod...
06/05/2024

July 4th is one month away! If you think your pet needs sedatives to help them with firework anxiety, give us a call today. Desensitizing your pet by playing low-volume firework sounds and rewarding calm behavior with praise and tasty treats is a great way to prepare them as well.

Address

1919 Front Street
Lynden, WA
98264

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 1pm
Friday 2pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+13603547988

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