Hastings Lake Animal Hospital

Hastings Lake Animal Hospital Dr. Karen Allen & Associates. Proudly 100% Canadian owned & operated. Full service animal hospital offering quality veterinary care for cats, dogs and farm pets.

One evening at a dinner party one of our good friends posed the question to the group "What would you do if you won the lotto for $10 million today?". Everybody in the group was quick to rattle off loans they would pay off, things they would buy for themselves and loved ones, trips they would take and charities they would support. Most importantly, they all said "I would quit my job tomorrow!". I was the only one at the table who said I would do all the same things except I wouldn't quit my job. I said I would invest in my veterinary practise and continue practising. Anybody who knows me would not be even a little bit surprised by my response. I absolutely love what I do and have never felt like I have worked a day in my life. Until that dinner party, I had not realized what a gift I had, to love my work. I want to spend the remainder of my career practising in my own community and contributing something back to this wonderful group of people who have shaped this lovely rural neighbourhood. Our community is a joy to live in, a paradise for our children and full of people who love animals as much as I do.

We have started seeing more dogs with Canine Infectious Cough (Kennel Cough) again and heading into the Thanksgiving wee...
10/02/2025

We have started seeing more dogs with Canine Infectious Cough (Kennel Cough) again and heading into the Thanksgiving weekend soon it's important dog owners are aware so we don't take something unexpected home from the long weekend. Or worse, be that person in the family whose dog makes all the other dogs sick! These dogs are presenting initially with what owners describe as "throat clearing" and then progressing to regurgitation, fevers and really not feeling well. Not a lot of coughing. Some of the dogs have had current vaccinations for kennel cough, some have not. Please avoid the dog parks, high traffic dog areas and dog interactions in general if your dog has any symptoms. I typically advise my clients that their dog should be symptom free for at least ten days before they reintegrate into dog society. If you have any questions or concerns about your pet please reach out to us. (photo is from our Kids Camp Archives - this is Wall-E. He doesn't have kennel cough here).

🚨 LOST CAT FOUND 🚨We were brought this black female. Most likely spayed, she does have a microchip but unfortunately, no...
10/02/2025

🚨 LOST CAT FOUND 🚨

We were brought this black female. Most likely spayed, she does have a microchip but unfortunately, no owner information has been found.

Someone had found and taken her into a rescue near Spruce grove area and she has now been transferred to us.

If you recognize her or might know who she belongs too please reach out to us at 780-662-2227 📞

Always a good day when you have patients as sweet as little Odin here.  ❤️
09/18/2025

Always a good day when you have patients as sweet as little Odin here. ❤️

Our newest RVT,  Breanne with Bree the Labradour Retriever!   💕🐾. Welcome to the team Breanne!
09/11/2025

Our newest RVT, Breanne with Bree the Labradour Retriever! 💕🐾. Welcome to the team Breanne!

We have had a number of dogs and cats with potential rabies exposure this year from bats or wild animal bites and being ...
09/09/2025

We have had a number of dogs and cats with potential rabies exposure this year from bats or wild animal bites and being vaccinated for rabies is extremely important. It's not a common disease in Canada thankfully but it is an extremely serious, high consequence disease if your pet is exposed. This is a good reminder to ensure your pets' rabies vaccines are current.

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09/09/2025

This little sweetie came in this morning presenting with some gastrointestinal upset. She was very lethargic, and not wanting to eat or drink, accompanied by some soft stools 💩

After quickly ruling out Parvovirus 🦠 and ensuring her bloodwork 🩸 was normal, she was set up on IV fluids and given some dextrose on her gums to bring up her low blood sugar levels. It was not long after some fluid therapy that her spirits began to brighten and by the end of the day she was back to wagging her tail and taking syringe feedings!

It is safe to say she got LOTS of snuggles during her time in clinic - who can resist such a cute face! 🩷 🐶

Jake accompanied Goober to his first veterinary visit with his new family ❤️. Jake is an old pro having undergone surger...
09/06/2025

Jake accompanied Goober to his first veterinary visit with his new family ❤️. Jake is an old pro having undergone surgery this year for a thyroid carcinoma so he’s showing Goober the ropes! Jake is doing amazing and embarking on his second round of chemotherapy which he’s tolerating very well.

Would like to share our 2 cats currently in the Hastings Lake Rescue, ready to come home with you as a new best friend 🐱...
09/05/2025

Would like to share our 2 cats currently in the Hastings Lake Rescue, ready to come home with you as a new best friend 🐱💓 let us know if you want to schedule a meet and greet.

Moustachio aka “moose moose” : our best buddy here at the clinic. Is searching for either a nice foster home or a forever home. He is a 4year old neutered male, and needs an indoor only home with no other cats. Dogs or other species are totally fine. Due to testing positive for leukemia- something he will have for life but can stay dormant with no symptoms. He is healthy otherwise, loves cuddling, window watching, and most of all his snacks. He loves playing and has captured all our hearts here at the clinic due to being just a really laid back loving sweet boy. He is very good with kids and has been one of the main patients for our kids camp this year. He recently went camping with one of the RVTs for long weekend and enjoyed being in the trailer - if anyone is campers❤️❤️

Sabrina : a 9 month old spayed female, found as a young mom and is currently with a wonderful foster who speaks nothing but great things of her. Sabrina is busy, spunky, full of personality (right from the start) but is so sweet and just loves love. She will most likely do well with kids, dogs, and other cats as long as proper introductions are made. 🩷🩷

09/05/2025

Zoom in to see if you can catch our latest visitor passing by our exam room window! We have had squirrels, rabbits, mice and shrews, deer and fawns, moose and calves, Pileated Woodpecker and many other birds.
Finn the cat was getting his ears checked while this was happening and he wasn’t the least bit interested! We were all pretty excited though❤️. (The audio is Finn’s mom trying to get him back in his carrier lol!).

Registration for our Barn Cat Spay and Neuter program is officially in full swing so we want to reach out with a few upd...
09/05/2025

Registration for our Barn Cat Spay and Neuter program is officially in full swing so we want to reach out with a few updates and reminders! 🩷🩵

Registration is now open to the general public 🎉 but we still want to remember that this is a community service! 😸

Our spay spots filled up within hours of registration opening! Therefore we are ONLY offering neuter days (October 7, 16 & 30) 🧡 With 3 neuter days we are hoping to get in as many neuters as we can! 🥳

When registering your feline friends, please remeber to fill out the registration form, consent form and complete the stripe payment! 📝 these 3 steps ensure your spot is secured!😽

Within 3-4 days of registration we will reach out to let everyone know their registration is confirmed! ✔️📋

With any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out! 😺🫶🏼

Hastings Lake Animal Hospital Team
780-662-2227 & info@hastingslakevet.com

Starting September off with two incredibly sweet dogue de Bordeaux puppies. These two were such good boys for their visi...
09/03/2025

Starting September off with two incredibly sweet dogue de Bordeaux puppies. These two were such good boys for their visit today ❤️

These two cuties, Piper & Charlie were perfect for their annual exams and vaccines and would also like to remind everyon...
08/29/2025

These two cuties, Piper & Charlie were perfect for their annual exams and vaccines and would also like to remind everyone that we will be closed this Saturday, August 30th to Monday, September 1st for Labour Day. 🇨🇦☀️

Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, September 2nd!

We hope that everyone enjoys one of the last weekends of summer and the beautiful weather coming with it! 🐾🌻

Address

#1 20332 Township Road 512
Sherwood Park, AB
T8G1E8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

7806622227

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