Sidney Animal Hospital

Sidney Animal Hospital We believe exceptional care starts with communication, client education, and a collaborative approach. The practice was purchased by Drs.
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We partner with owners to make the best choices for their pets and their families. Proudly locally owned and serving our community since 1966. The Sidney Animal Hospital was established in 1966 and has a tradition of providing the highest standard of veterinary care to companion animals. Nigel and Jenni Bass in June of 2001. The reputation of the practice has always rested on the skill of its veterinarians in canine and feline medicine and surgery. We invite you to contact us today to book an appointment or discuss how we can help care for your pets.

Chicken allergies may be less common than you think. Talk to us about your pet’s diet.
04/14/2026

Chicken allergies may be less common than you think. Talk to us about your pet’s diet.

🐾 Core Vaccines Matter—And Leptospirosis Is One You Shouldn’t Skip 🐾💧 What is leptospirosis (lepto)?Lepto is a bacterial...
04/10/2026

🐾 Core Vaccines Matter—And Leptospirosis Is One You Shouldn’t Skip 🐾

💧 What is leptospirosis (lepto)?
Lepto is a bacterial infection spread through water, soil, or surfaces contaminated with urine from infected wildlife—like raccoons, rodents, deer, and potentially other wildlife. That means your dog doesn’t have to be deep in the wilderness to be at risk—even puddles can be a source.

⚠️ Why is it so important?
Leptospirosis can cause severe kidney and liver failure in dogs, and it can progress quickly. Even more important—it’s zoonotic, meaning it can be passed from animals to humans.

💉 Why vaccinate?
Vaccination is the best way to protect your dog from this serious disease. Cats are highly resistant to leto compared to dogs. With increasing cases, the lepto vaccination has become a core vaccine once again and key part of keeping pets and humans safe.

📅 Stay up to date on your dog’s vaccines and chat with your vet about what’s right for your pet! Ask us about local cases and prevalence (recent confirmed case on Salt Spring Island via Lepto positive tested rat and dog)

Cute patient of the day 🐾💙This little superstar showed us how it’s done - cool, calm, collected, and oh-so well behaved!...
04/09/2026

Cute patient of the day 🐾💙
This little superstar showed us how it’s done - cool, calm, collected, and oh-so well behaved!

Don’t forget: early vet visits + lots of praise = confident, happy pups 🐶✨

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Dr. Maddy Friesen on surgery this morning! 🩻💉🩺
04/02/2026

Dr. Maddy Friesen on surgery this morning! 🩻💉🩺

Hit like if you love puppies! 💙🐾🐶Puppy vaccinations typically start at 8 weeks old, then are boosted every 4 weeks, til ...
04/02/2026

Hit like if you love puppies! 💙🐾🐶

Puppy vaccinations typically start at 8 weeks old, then are boosted every 4 weeks, til 16 weeks old. Vaccinations help protect your puppy from serious (and often preventable) diseases.

Have questions about your puppy’s vaccine plan? We’re here to help every step of the way 💉🐶

🐾 Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs: What You Should Know 🐾Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are one of the most common skin tumors in dogs...
03/31/2026

🐾 Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs: What You Should Know 🐾

Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are one of the most common skin tumors in dogs—and they can be tricky!

• They are called “great pretenders”, and can look like anything — small lumps on top of the skin, raised bumps under the skin, or even lesions that change size day to day
• Some may appear harmless and stay the same size for months, while others can behave aggressively turning red and growing fast
• These tumors release histamine, which can cause redness, swelling, or even stomach upset

Why early detection matters 👇
• Any new lump or bump should be checked by a vet
• A simple fine needle aspirate sample (FNA) 💉can often give us answers quickly with cytology. No, we can’t definitively diagnose your pets mass off of what it ‘looks like’
• Sometimes, we may need to sedate your pet and remove part of the lump for histopathology 🔬
• Early diagnosis = more treatment options and better outcomes and determining extent of disease (did it spread to local tissues like lymph nodes)

Treatment options may include:
• Surgical removal is the preferred treatment method and allows for “tumor grading”. The lower the tumor grade, the better the prognosis
• In some cases, additional therapies like chemotherapy or radiation are required if the tumor cannot be fully removed or has spread to local lymph nodes

🐶 Bottom line: Don’t wait and watch—check that lump!💉

If you’ve noticed a new bump on your pet, book an exam with us today 💙

Dr. Hannah Ziegele on dental duty today! 🦷🪥💙 Keeping those pearly whites clean and healthy is all in a day’s work ✨
03/26/2026

Dr. Hannah Ziegele on dental duty today! 🦷🪥💙 Keeping those pearly whites clean and healthy is all in a day’s work ✨

Just a reminder that we will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 for Good Friday💐 However, we are open that Saturday (A...
03/26/2026

Just a reminder that we will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 for Good Friday💐 However, we are open that Saturday (April 4th, 2026) as well as Easter Monday! 🐰🌷

🦷🪥✨ Setting up for a dental procedure in the clinic! We perform multiple dentals weekly. • Teeth are like icebergs — wha...
03/26/2026

🦷🪥✨ Setting up for a dental procedure in the clinic! We perform multiple dentals weekly.

• Teeth are like icebergs — what you see above the gumline can look perfectly healthy, but with an X-ray, below the surface there may be significant bone loss and decay.

• We use an ultrasonic scaler to clean teeth — it safely removes plaque and tartar. Manual removal and scraping of tartar risks dental chips, fractures, or even damage to enamel.

• After scaling, teeth are polished to smooth the surface and help slow future plaque buildup
• We monitor your pets vitals closely throughout the entire procedure
• Prevention is everything! Daily brushing with a pet-safe toothpaste is the gold standard for keeping those pearly whites healthy. 🪥

• Ask our veterinarians about dental disease and dental products that are VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) certified — they’re scientifically proven to help reduce plaque and tartar.

Healthy mouth = healthier, happier pet 💙🐾

Extra weight can lead to serious health issues — but the good news? With the right nutrition and support, you can help y...
03/24/2026

Extra weight can lead to serious health issues — but the good news? With the right nutrition and support, you can help your pet get back on track. Tell us below: Is your pet on a health journey this year?

Spring into a healthier weight for your pets! 💐🌷🌸🐾Stop by our weight management station to learn how proper nutrition an...
03/19/2026

Spring into a healthier weight for your pets! 💐🌷🌸🐾

Stop by our weight management station to learn how proper nutrition and lifestyle can support longer, happier, and healthier lives for your pets!

• Body Condition Score (BCS): Objective way to assess if your dog is underweight, ideal, or overweight. (See link below)

• Weight loss diets: Specially formulated to reduce calories while keeping your pet full and satisfied.

• Lean body weight benefits: Supports joint health, heart health, energy levels, and a longer lifespan 🐾

Have questions? Chat with our veterinarians or have a veterinary technician personalized nutrition consult to create a plan tailored just for your pet! 💙

📍Ask us about booking a consult at your next visit!

https://www.royalcanin.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/BCS-chart-03.12.13.pdf

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1986 Mills Road
North Saanich, BC
V8L5Y3

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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