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Veterinary Resources & After-Hour Care

Emergency Hospital Referrals

Mississauga Oakville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Their emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year to help you in any emergency situation when your regular veterinarian is not available. MOVEH is an equipped trauma and medical facility for dogs, cats and other pets.

https://vcacanada.com/movh

(905) 829-9444

Veterinary Emergency Clinic

The VEC is located in the heart of downtown Toronto at 920 Yonge St. The clinic provides emergency and critical care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. Specialty services in Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Dentistry, Dermatology/Allergy, Ophthalmology and Anesthesia.

https://vectoronto.com/

(416) 920-2002

Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto

The VEHWT provides a wide variety of emergency and surgical veterinary services for animals. Their services include: pet emergency care, orthopedic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, soft tissue surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery.

https://www.torontovetemergency.com/

(416) 239-3453

Lakeshore Animal Health Partners

Always Open for Emergencies: They offer 24/7 walk-in emergency services, 365 days a year.
Board-Certified Specialists: Access to leading experts in dentistry, neurology, surgery, and internal medicine.
Seamless Referral Process: They work closely with us to ensure continuity of care for complex cases.

https://www.torontovetemergency.com/

(905) 858-6767

Central Toronto Veterinary Referral Clinic

They offer 24/7 walk-in emergency services. At the Central Toronto Veterinary Emergency Clinic they are dedicated to providing compassionate emergency care for patients and owners alike.

https://www.ctvrc.ca/emergency

(416) 784-4444

After-Hours Pet Poison Support

ASPCA Pet Poison Control

A 24/7 pet poison control centre that provides guidance and phone consultation regarding pet poisons. If you suspect your pet may have been in contact or has ingested poison, please refer to the ASPCA pet poison control centre. Consultation fees may apply

https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

(888) 426-4435

Pet Poison Helpline

Was your pet just exposed to something harmful? Contact the 24/7 Pet Poison Helpline immediately. The sooner an exposure or poisoning is addressed, the easier, less expensive, and safer it is to treat. Consultation fees may apply

https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/

(855) 764-7661

Puppy & Dog Care

ASPCA

The first humane society to be established in North America and one of the largest in the world. Its mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.

Dogs & Ticks

Learn more about ticks and the serious diseases that they can transmit to both pets and people. Every year thousands of dogs are affected with Lyme disease, Ehrlichia, Rocky Mountain Spotted fever, anaplasmosis, tularemia, and babesia.

Guide Dogs

Guide Dogs for the Blind prepare highly qualified guide dogs, provide guide dog readiness skills and offer youth programs for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. They provide mobility to their clients and promote inclusion.

Hill’s Pet

Hill’s Pets is a pet food company for cats and dogs. They believe science is the best path to giving your pet the best possible care and creating food that stays a step ahead for your pet’s life.

Ohio State University

Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine’s goal is to enhance the health and welfare of companion animals worldwide so that all pets and their caregivers experience optimal wellbeing.

Royal Canin Pets

Royal Canin is a pet food company for cats and dogs. They believe their deep understanding of pets’ needs is what makes it possible for them to make the world’s most precise pet health nutrition.

Kitten & Cat Care

ASPCA

The first humane society to be established in North America and one of the largest in the world. Its mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.

Canadian Cat Association

The Canadian Cat Association’s mission is to promote the welfare of all the cats in Canada, to further the improvement of all breeds of cats in Canada and to maintain a registry of purebred cats. They are affiliated with clubs for cat shows.

Hill’s Pet

Hill’s Pets is a pet food company for cats and dogs. They believe science is the best path to giving your pet the best possible care and creating food that stays a step ahead for your pet’s life.

Ohio State University

Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine’s goal is to enhance the health and welfare of companion animals worldwide so that all pets and their caregivers experience optimal wellbeing.

Pet Place

Pet place provides a comprehensive library of informative articles that cover medical diagnosis, wellness tips, breed bios and everything in between. They also have articles on pet insurance.

RC Pets

Royal Canin is a pet food company for cats and dogs. They believe their deep understanding of pets’ needs is what makes it possible for them to make the world’s most precise pet health nutrition.

Lost Pets in the Toronto Area

Helping Lost Pets

The Pet FBI is a free interactive online database for lost and found reports. Worried pet owners and good Samaritans can quickly and efficiently connect. The centralized database greatly increased the chances of finding a lost pet.

Veterinary Associations

Canada Veterinary Medical Association

CVMA’s priorities are to foster leadership on national veterinary issues, and animal welfare advocacy and to create a successful career and balanced life for those working in the veterinary industry.

DVM 360

DVM 360 provides news, articles and resources for those working and studying in the veterinary industry. They have articles for associates, owners, practice managers, students and technicians. They hold conferences as well.

Ontario Veterinary College

Educating the next generation of health leaders, fueling discovery and providing expertise to improve health and wellness across the world. Ontario Veterinary College is advancing veterinary science, learning and research.

Ontario Veterinary Medical Association

Canada’s foremost veterinary association, its mission is to support veterinarians’ well-being and professional growth and to contribute to the advancement of animal and human health.

Pet Health Network

Pet Health Network is a community created for people who have dogs, cats and other pets as part of their family. They provide you with comprehensive and trustworthy information so your pet can enjoy the longest, healthiest and happiest lives possible.

The College of Veterinarians of Ontario

The CVO regulates the delivery of veterinary medicine in Ontario. All veterinarians who practise in Ontario must be licensed by the College. They set standards to improve the quality and safety of vets.

Veterinary Partner

Veterinary Partner is the premiere online resource, providing veterinarians, veterinary students, technicians and related industries the information and tools needed to meet the demands of modern practices.

American Veterinary Dental College

AVDC determines the standards required for the recognition of board-certified veterinary dentists. They conduct the credential review and examination procedure for vets that reached specialist standards.

American Veterinary Dental Society

The Foundation that is passionate about veterinary dentistry and make oral health a priority for relieving animal suffering, improving life for all living creatures and advancing the art and science of vet dentistry.

Academy of Veterinary Dentistry

An international organization of veterinarians with a special interest in the dental care of animals. Most members are active practitioners, serving the oral health needs of their patients.

Veterinary Oral Health Council

VOHC recognizes products that meet their standard of plaque and calculus retardation in dogs and cats. They review products and award VOHC Seals of Acceptance.

American Association of Feline Practitioners

Cat Friendly Practice program is an initiative designed to elevate cat care by reducing stress for cats and caregivers. They provide education and knowledge about your cats’ needs and behaviours.