Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto

12/13/2025

Traveling with your companion this holiday season? Have a ‘just-in-case’ plan ready:

❄️Know the nearest emergency clinic along your route.
❄️Keep vaccination and medical records accessible.
❄️Pack any medications and first aid supplies.
❄️Stay calm and focused in an emergency.

If you’re staying local, VERHWT is open 24/7 throughout the holidays for any emergency.

12/09/2025

12/08/2025

Accidents happen, and quick action can make all the difference.

Do:
🔹 Apply gentle pressure to stop bleeding
🔹 Clean lightly with water
🔹 Keep the area covered.

Don’t:
🔸 Use human medications
🔸Apply ointments not prescribed for animals
🔸Ignore deep or large wounds.

If the wound is deep, large or severe, seek emergency care as soon as possible.

Located in Mississauga at Queensway and Cawthra, our team at VERHWT is here for your companion 24/7 including holidays.

12/05/2025

One small puddle in your driveway could be deadly for your companion this winter. Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, which can damage the kidneys within hours.

Watch for symptoms such as vomiting, lethargy, wobbling, or excessive thirst. Keep antifreeze securely stored and clean up spills immediately. If exposure occurs, every minute counts—our ER is open 24/7, ready to provide life-saving care.

11/08/2025

Vomiting can happen for many reasons, but sometimes it signals a serious underlying problem.

Watch for these warning signs

🔹Persistent vomiting
🔹Lethargy
🔹Blood in vomit
🔹Signs of dehydration.

If the vomiting is frequent, severe, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms, our team is here 24/7 to help your companion. Early intervention can prevent complications.

10/31/2025

Happy Howl-O-Ween! Halloween can be exciting, but it also comes with hidden risks for your furry friends.

⚠️Chocolate and candies containing xylitol are highly toxic.
⚠️Glow sticks and decorations may cause irritation if chewed.
⚠️Costumes can restrict movement or make breathing difficult.
⚠️Frequent doorbell rings and opening doors for trick-or-treaters can cause stress—or even allow a dog or cat to slip outside unnoticed.
⚠️Noisy festivities, fireworks, and visitors in costume can increase anxiety in sensitive animals.

Keep your companion safe by supervising them closely and providing a quiet, secure space to retreat if needed. If an emergency happens, bring them to VERHWT. We are open 24/7/365 .

10/26/2025

Surgery is a team effort. At VERH West Toronto, patient safety is always the top priority:

🔸A customized anesthesia plan is made for each patient
🔸Advanced monitoring tracks heart rate, oxygen, and breathing throughout
🔸Veterinary technicians provide constant care before, during, and after surgery

These steps help ensure a safe and smooth recovery, whether it’s an emergency procedure or a planned surgery.

10/23/2025

Dogs and cats are curious by nature, and sometimes this leads to swallowing something they shouldn’t—such as toys, socks, bones, or string. While some objects may pass on their own, others can cause life-threatening blockages.

In these cases, emergency surgery is often the safest option. Our surgical team is experienced in foreign body removal, helping pets recover quickly and safely.

10/22/2025

Now that Thanksgiving has passed and the holiday season is in full swing, our homes are filling up with festive food, décor, and excitement — but also a few hidden hazards for our furry family members.

At Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto, we often see an increase in foreign body ingestion cases around this time of year. From leftover turkey bones to shiny tinsel, curious companions can be quick to swallow something they shouldn’t — and the consequences can be serious.

Read more on what happens when your furry companion eats something they shouldn't and beprepared on what to do next: https://bit.ly/3ITQeiE