Departure Bay Veterinary Hospital

Please note that we are currently short staffed. This may affect our availability, scheduling and response time. We appreciate your patience during this period.

-The DBVH Team

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We're so excited to offer West Coast Woolly Creations catnip toys for all of your cat's play needs!

Handcrafted by a local artist from 100% acrylic yarn, they're machine washable, and have no removable (or ingestible!) parts, so are perfectly safe for even the most rambunctious of pets.

Stop by our office anytime and take home one of these beautiful toys!

-The DBVH Team

We're so excited to show off one of our very own superstars - Athens the Chihuahua! He's been a patient of Dr. Brown's from the very beginning, and we're so excited to celebrate him on his journey to stardom! (It's certainly well-deserved!!)

Check out his channel below and feel free to share to anyone who needs a bright spark in their day!

-The DBVH Team (aka Athens' fan-club)

Discover the mesmerizing connection between a Chihuahua and Qualicum River Waterfall In this video, we'll be exploring the connection between a Chihuahua and the Qualicum River waterfall. We'll be examining the animal's personality, habits, a...

Have a dog or cat who needs eye medications? Look below for the best way to get eye drops in!

Giving a dog an eye drop video demonstration

Have any gently used blankets, pet sweaters, or collars hanging around the house that you'd like to put to good use? Merck Animal Health is hosting a donation drive with the hopes of stocking Shelters across Canada with as much warmth as they can.

If you'd like to participate, simply bring any items you have to our office. We'll happily add you to the list of Vancouver Islanders who have chosen to this year!

In an effort to meet our clients needs more effectively, we're going to be using a new website management company that offers more features than our current set-up.

While the change is taking place, we'd ask our clients to book appointments via telephone or email rather than through our website, as we're currently in a transitional phase and we don't want appointments to fall through the cracks.

The new system will be finalized at the end of July, at which point you're more than welcome to resume sending in your appointment requests through our website.

Thank you so much for your patience, and we hope you're having a lovely day!

The DBVH Team

FOUND DOG - Currently At Our Clinic

A small male dog was found wandering Hammond Bay Road today, and a good Samaritan was able to pick him up and bring him to us until we can find his home. He's neutered, and smells like he's recently had a bath. He's a very sweet boy, someone out there must be missing him.

If you recognize this gentleman, please give us a call at 250-758-1162. Share the post as well so we can try to get him back where he belongs as quick as possible.

Thanks so much!

Due to staffing shortages, starting December 6th, we will only be open from Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, and will no longer be open on Saturdays.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but we're hopeful that our wonderful client base will be patient with us as we strive to continue to meet your needs as best we can through the ever changing COVID-19 situation.

If you have any questions or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out to us either via FaceBook, or by email - [email protected] .

We thank you for your continued support, and will keep you informed if there are any further changes.

-The Departure Bay Team

This week's message:

Be sure to keep your pets away from candy and chocolate, and don’t force them to wear costumes if they resist. Consider keeping them in a room with a closed door if they are weary of guests or are at risk of fleeing through an open door.

We are currently going through some minor renovations, so our front lobby is closed for the time being. If you need to pick up anything please call 250-758-1162 and a staff member will come out to the parking lot to assist you!

-DBVH Staff

"Puppy socialization? Like...setting up playdates for puppies?"

Oh, it is much more than that! Puppy socialization is early exposure to everything your pup may experience in life. Ask your veterinary professional for more information, and get the process started today!

We work to deliver excellent care for each of our patients while also being compassionate and understanding. Contact our office for your next visit. dbvh.ca

Itchy, hair loss, or chewing? It may be inflamed skin. Cats are brought to the vet often because of skin conditions. These are some of the most commonly diagnosed skin problems cats experience.

Providing your dog with a safe and healthy environment is part of being a responsible owner. These top tips can help you stay on top of your pet's health and work to avoid preventable diseases.

Keep Your Dog Healthy: Are You Doing Your Part? Dogs bring you love and joy, but they need your help to stay healthy. Focus on the basics to keep him feeling good.

We offer a variety of services to care for your pet's needs and make sure they're in optimal health. Head over to our website to learn more about our services. dbvh.ca

Flea and tick season is here. Stay vigilant and remember to check your dog for fleas and ticks after any outdoor activity!

When a dog displays some of these common symptoms, it could be a sign that they are suffering from gastritis. But when you bring them into our office, we can do a thorough exam in our office. dbvh.ca

Gastritis In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, And Treatments - DogTime Gastritis is a condition in dogs that results from inflammation of the lining of the gastrointestinal system, which causes a variety of unpleasant symptoms. It can be acute, where symptoms appear suddenly and severely, or chronic, where they appear steadily and worsen over time.