Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic

01/21/2026

🐮A few reminders for this Calving Season🐮

Calving season is underway!

When calling in with a calving concern our staff will first ask if the cow can be brought in to our Large Animal Clinic. Make sure your trailer is ready (dug out of the snowbank) as bringing the cow in is often the safest, fastest and sometimes the only way for us to provide care during this busy time. Veterinary resources are limited during calving season and bringing the cow in allows for a clean controlled environment, quicker treatment, and access to additional support if needed.

If an on-farm call is the only option, the following help make the calving quicker and easier for everyone:
- A chute or maternity pen
- Adequate lighting
- Electricity
- A warm clean environment

We truly appreciate your patience and cooperation during this calving season.

01/16/2026

🎉Happy 3rd Workivery to one of our amazing RVT's Kassidy 🎉

Here are a few tid bits about Kassidy:
🧡What do you wish more people knew about the work you do?
I wish more people knew that “just holding the pet” is actually a highly skilled, full-body, sweat-breaking activity. 💪🏻😅
🧡What’s your go-to snack or drink that gets you through a busy shift?
Chocolate mint Clif protein bars. At this point, it’s less of a snack and more of my clinic identity. 🍫
🧡What’s a fun fact about you your coworkers might not know?
I’m kind of a chronic over sharer, so this was difficult question — but one thing that might still surprise them is that I have a bit of an artsy-fartsy side. 🎨🖌

We truly appreciate all you do Kassidy!!

01/14/2026

A great article on how to best feed our horses a balanced Forage Based Diet and why it’s so important.

Ask us about the Platinum Performance Equine supplement.

Learn about the advantages of changing traditional ways of feeding your horse and the benefits of a forage-based diet including Platinum's horse supplements.

01/12/2026

🪥🦷January and February are Pet Dental Health Months! 🪥🦷

Keep in mind that regular dental care for your pets can help prevent oral diseases, tartar buildup, bad breath, and even potential tooth loss. By taking care of their teeth, you ensure their overall health and well-being.

If you'd like to schedule a dental assessment or cleaning for your furry friend, contact our friendly team today.

01/08/2026

February is Equine Dental Month! Get your horse booked now 🐎
.. and if you get a chance send a birthday greeting to the equine dental wizard featured on this poster.
Happy Birthday Dr. Mike!🎉

01/08/2026

🎉Happy 8th Workiversary to Kestyn 🎉
Kestyn has held many hats here at the clinic over the years. She has done reception, worked as a vet assistant and most recently as office administration.
Some interesting tid bits about Kestyn:
🩷What's one case that has really stuck with you?
A c-section on a 118kg dog - had to bring my husband and friend in after hours to help lift the dog on/off sx table! 💪🏼🐕
🩷Of the many things you do at work what is your favorite?
Nothing.... JK!!! I like doing the anniversary posts - getting to know my coworkers.
🩷What do you wish more people knew about what we do?
That it is not all puppies and kittens. Vet med is a difficult yet very rewarding job. 👩🏻‍⚕️
🩷Which species or breed to you love working with the most and why?
Horses - there is so much to learn and know, thank goodness for Erin for being a great teacher! 🐴
🩷 What's your go to snack or drink that gets you through a busy shift?
COFFEEEEEE ☕☕☕☕☕
🩷What's a fun fact about you your coworkers might not know?
That I know a significant amount of sign language as my youngest sibling was born 100% deaf. 👌🏻✌✊
We truly appreciate all you do Kestyn and are all so excited for this next chapter of your life! 🤰🍼👶🏻

01/07/2026

‼Attention Equine Clients!🐎🐎

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our Annual Equine Seminar on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the George Dawson Inn.

Join us for an informative and engaging evening featuring presentations from our own Dr. Samantha Deamel and Dr. Mike Ross, along with a special guest speaker, Dr. Tamara Quaschnick from Zoetis.

📞 Please call the clinic at 250-782-1080 to reserve your spot.

We look forward to seeing you there for a great evening of learning and discussion!

01/06/2026

🦙 Mel, a 20 year old Alpaca, just chill’n in reception waiting for her medication after her visit today. 💕

Owner permission to post.

01/04/2026

♻️ Did you know we have a designated area for new or gently used pet item donations?
We are now accepting items like dishes, leashes, collars, bedding, clothing etc.

Just bring your cleaned items down and check in at reception and one of our lovely ladies will give you a hand.♻️

Feel free to check out what’s available as well😊

01/02/2026

Over the holidays we had a client with not one, BUT TWO dogs that broke their front leg within a day of each other. 🦴❤️‍🩹😱
Cassie - black and white border collie broke her leg being naughty in the c**t pen. She is also currently nursing a new litter of pups.
Bingo - red and white broke his on the job while working some cattle.
The owner reports both dogs are doing well!
We wish them a speedy recovery. 💕

Owner permission to post.

01/01/2026