Mission Ridge Animal Hospital
51 Liberton Drive T8N 5J1 Saint Albert, AB, Canada

From all of us at Mission Ridge - we wish you a safe and Happy New Year!! Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021! #newyear #happynewyear #happynewyear2021

HOLIDAY HOURS : Thursday December 31st - 9am to 1pm Friday January 1st - CLOSED Saturday January 2nd - 9am to 2pm Sunday January 3rd - CLOSED... Monday January 4th - Regular hours resume #newyear #newyearshours #happynewyear #newyearresolution

Merry Christmas from all of us at Mission Ridge to you and yours. We wish you well this holiday season! #MerryChristmas #Christmas2020 #covidchristmas #christmastree #guntherunderthetree #guntherthecliniccat

From some of our four legged team members to you and yours, we hope you are enjoying the holidays

Today we are shining the spotlight on our two newest assistants - Caitlin and Alysha! Caitlin lives in the area with her cat Cleo, dog Cody and her horse Trinket. She is currently studying animal health sciences at the U of A, and has a particular interest in surgery. Caitlin volunteers at a horse rescue in Calgary, and if she isn't there she loves to get away to the mountains and go skiing. Alysha also lives in the area with her dog Arlo. She is currently studying the ani...mal health technician program through NAIT. She has a particular interest in animal behaviour. Alysha also works at a boarding facility and daycare for dogs, and loves the opportunity she gets to meet different animals each day. Both of these girls are a wonderful addition to our team and we are lucky to have them! Welcome Caitlin and Alysha #staffspotlight #newteammembers #missionridgevet

How sweet are these 3?! Jack and Buck, with our assistant Lauren #missionridgevet #stalbertpets #puppies

Here is a feel good client highlight for your Monday morning (clearly these photos were taken a while back) Pongo is a 2 year old Dalmatian that comes to Mission Ridge. He has been attending school with his owner every Thursday since September. Here is some of the amazing things that Pongo does at the school, written by his owner, "Pongo has been attending school since September. He has taught many different lessons on emotions, safety, empathy, and responsibility (to name... a few!) He starts the day by greeting my students at the door, they are always excited and can't wait to see him. He sits and waits while they each walk in and pet him good morning. He takes himself around the room to greet my students while they are completing their morning work. The students are responsible for filling his water bowl and giving him lunch. (This job rotates because they ALL want to do it!) Pongo gets to show off his tricks, gives high fives, prays, waves, twirls for the kids. Pongo also enjoys playing fetch with my students! He has been such a positive addition to my school and all our students can't wait to see him on Thursdays!" We love when Pongo comes to see us in clinic, and we love to hear about the positive joy he brings the students at school #stalbertpets #dalmation #emotionalsupportdog #learning

We are currently experiencing technical issues, and all of our phone lines are down. If it is an urgent matter and you are trying to get through to us, please email us at [email protected] We apologize for the inconvenience, we are doing our best to get this fixed so we can serve you better.

Sometimes all you need is your favorite ducky or teddy bear to get you through a ruff day at the vet #veterinarymedicine #teddybears #bestoffriends #emotionalsupportforanimals

Those eyes though #stalbertpets #puppylove #boxerpuppy

Lately we have been seeing a higher number of kennel cough cases in the clinic. Here is a link written by Dr. Woods on canine infectious cough with some excellent information. https://www.missionridgevet.com/what-know-about-kennel-cou/

Wildlife Wednesday! This adorable little Saw-whet owl presented to WILDNorth with some head trauma after running into a window. Dr. Woods assessed the owl and figured that acupuncture would be a good course of action. How cool is that?! Acupuncture on an owl! #wildlifewednesday #wildlifemedicine #wildnorth #animalrehab #wildliferehabilitation #veterinarymedicine #sawwhetowl #headtrauma #acupuncture #veterinaryacupuncture

Meet Peaches & Slash, two young lop eared rabbits who have been in to visit us recently #veterinarymedicine #exoticmedicine #rabbits #lopearedrabbits #stalbertpets

Increased demand from new furry family members and changes to policies designed to keep our team, clients, and pets safe, have all led to less appointment availability than usual. Please know that we are doing our best to continue serving you and your furry family members. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

What a well behaved trio of heelers - Rylie, Piper and Bauer! #veterinarymedicine #blueheelers #redheelers #happyfriday #dogtrio #stalbertpets

Happy birthday to these fall pups - Buddy, Marley, Moose and Max, who shared their celebration photos with us! We hope you got lots of snuggles and birthday treats #stalbertpets #dogbirthday #petbirthdays

Together with the rest of the nation, we are remembering and honouring our veterans. The legacies of different generations of Canadians who made the ultimate sacrifice as well as the men and women who are serving today must always be remembered. Their bravery, strength and skill helped safeguard and create the freedom that we have today. May we never take for granted all they have done for us and for our country. We will be closed Wednesday, November 11th. We will be open our regular hours on Thursday. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

That Friday morning vs. Friday afternoon feeling... #ohtobegunther #ohtobeacliniccat #guntherthecliniccat #fridayfeeling #fridaymood

Being a parent to your canine friend is a joy and a pleasure, but its also a serious commitment. In celebration of Responsible Dog Ownership Month, now is a good time to brush up on pet care basics and best practices! Our team can also provide you with proper guidance on how to look after your furry friend. Check out our website to review our roster of services for dogs or contact us with any of your questions or concerns.

Sometimes you just have to take the surgery into your own hands...

That feeling you get when you realize its finally Friday again #happyweekend #happyfriday #fallweather #endofsummer

THIS CONTEST SMELLS SO GOOD! Visit the VetStrategy virtual booth at the Canadian Virtual Veterinary Symposium (CVVS) happening this weekend (Sep 25 & 26) or cli...ck the link below to enter! Share this post with your teammates to increase the odds of winning a prize for your practice! Enter contest: https://www.vetstrategy.com/cvvs-2020-contest/ Symposium: https://cvvs.vfairs.com/ #contest #onlinecontest #veterinary #cvvs

Wildlife Wednesday! This beautiful hawk presented to WILDNorth with an injury to its toe. We arent certain for sure what happened, but it was brought in and assessed. Dr. Wilson is seeing this hawk again in a few days, and will determine if it will need surgery or not! Stay tuned to our facebook page for an update #wildlifewednesday #wildlifemedicine #wildnorth #animalrehab #wildliferehabilitation #veterinarymedicine #hawk #injury #checkoutthosetalons

In light of the month of September being on nutrition focus, Lilah is being the perfect model on her little scale at home. She is currently on a diet for weight loss, so her pawrents are working hard making sure she is on the right track! #nutritionfocus #septemberfocus #caninenutrition #veterinarymedicine #stalbertpets

That feeling you get when you realize it's finally Friday again #happyweekend #happyfriday #fallweather #endofsummer

Wildlife Wednesday! This beautiful hawk presented to WILDNorth with an injury to it's toe. We aren't certain for sure what happened, but it was brought in and assessed. Dr. Wilson is seeing this hawk again in a few days, and will determine if it will need surgery or not! Stay tuned to our facebook page for an update #wildlifewednesday #wildlifemedicine #wildnorth #animalrehab #wildliferehabilitation #veterinarymedicine #hawk #injury #checkoutthosetalons

With everyones busy schedule, it can be easy to overlook signs that your pet may benefit from a check-up. Here is one of the symptoms that you can look out for. If you observe anything out of the ordinary with your pets appearance or behavior, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at 780-458-3833. When it comes to your loyal companions well-being, we are always happy to answer any of your questions.

With everyone's busy schedule, it can be easy to overlook signs that your pet may benefit from a check-up. Here is one of the symptoms that you can look out for. If you observe anything out of the ordinary with your pets appearance or behavior, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at 780-458-3833. When it comes to your loyal companions well-being, we are always happy to answer any of your questions.

Does a day at work get any better than this?! #kittensofmissionridge #kittens #stalbertpets

Gunther is soaking up the nice weather and starting to feel all the fall vibes Enjoy your labour day long weekend and stay safe! Our regular clinic hours resume Tuesday, September 8th.

During the month of September, we are spotlighting pet nutrition. Ask us about our nutritional consults that cover topics such as life stage diets, the best treats for your pet, calorie requirements, proper portions, exercise and more.

Happy birthday to these summer pups who shared their celebration photos! We hope your birthdays were filled with endless treats and cuddles #stalbertpets #dogbirthday #petbirthday

August was "National Napping Month" so we want to know what type of napper your pet is! Share in the comments your favorite picture of your pet in their best nap #nationalnappingmonth #catnap #dognap #missionridgevet

Before you get your treats vs. after #novascotiaducktollingretriever #dogsofinstagram #veterinarymedicine #missionridgevet

This kitten wandered into a backyard this afternoon in the Mission area of St. Albert, just off of Morgan Crescent. He is intact, around 4 to 5 months of age. Please call the clinic at 780-458-3833 if you are missing him. #lostpets #stalbertlostpets

In case youre wondering who was responsible for the toilet paper crisis of 2020... Blame Gunther #guntherthecliniccat #kinggunther #toiletpapershortage #toiletpapercrisis #covid19

In case you're wondering who was responsible for the toilet paper crisis of 2020... Blame Gunther #guntherthecliniccat #kinggunther #toiletpapershortage #toiletpapercrisis #covid19

When the patient has a warning on their kennel, we take it very seriously... #missionridgevet #dogsofinstagram #dachschundsofinstagram #bellyrubs

Today we are shining the spotlight on the newest member of the Mission Ridge team, Stephenie! Stephenie lives in the Morinville area with her boyfriend, two dogs named Teaze and Brisk, and one cat named Forest. She has over six years experience working in the veterinary industry and is a great addition to our team! Welcome Stephenie #staffspotlight #newteammembers #missionridgevet

Blue-green algae thrives during hot seasons and can be found in non-flowing water including rivers, pools and decorative ponds. It makes the water look murky like pea soup or as if paint has been poured into it. Blue-green algae can FATALLY POISON all types of pets, but its especially harmful to dogs. There is NO antidote for the toxins that it produces. Immediate veterinary care is crucial. How to Protect Your Pet: - If you see water with algae blooms, do not allow your dog... to swim in it or to drink it. - If your pet comes into contact with the algae, rinse them with fresh water, take them to your veterinary team, and call your Pet Poison Helpline right away. - Know the symptoms of poisoning: difficulty breathing, lethargy, vomiting, seizures, convulsions, drooling. If you have any questions, please contact our hospital at 780-458-3833.

When the pawrents are gone, the dogs take over #veterinarymedicine #dogsofinstagram #dogsofstalbert #petsofstalbert #missionridgevet

Its been a while since weve done a #WildlifeWednesday ! There was two orphaned fawns at WILDNorth that Dr. Wilson was able to go see and assess. They have now been relocated to a larger rehabilitation facility and will be released back into the wild when they are able #wildlifewednesday #edmontonwildlife #albertawildlife #deerfawns #orphanedfawns #wildlifeprotection #wildliferehabiliation #veterinarymedicine

It's been a while since we've done a #WildlifeWednesday ! There was two orphaned fawns at WILDNorth that Dr. Wilson was able to go see and assess. They have now been relocated to a larger rehabilitation facility and will be released back into the wild when they are able #wildlifewednesday #edmontonwildlife #albertawildlife #deerfawns #orphanedfawns #wildlifeprotection #wildliferehabiliation #veterinarymedicine

That face you make when you realize its Monday again... But seriously, how cute is this little guy?! #meetGinseng #newkitten #stalbertpets

That face you make when you realize it's Monday again... But seriously, how cute is this little guy?! #meetGinseng #newkitten #stalbertpets

Puppy love #veterinarymedicine #puppymedicine #puppycuddles #puppylove #newpuppies #stalbert

Summertime is meant for snacking! It may be easy to slip a bite of a burger underneath the table on a hot summer day for your pet, but make sure to avoid these foods as they can cause a health risk for your pet. #veterinarymedicine #healthrisks #foodtoavoid

Hopefully this long weekend you can dream of being where Gunther is Enjoy it! Our regular hours will resume Tuesday, August 4th. #augustlongweekend #clinichours

Lupin the lop eared rabbit #veterinarymedicine #lopearedrabbit #loprabbit #exoticmedicine #stalbertpets

Dr. Wilson loves to practice acupuncture on all patients big and small! Veterinary acupuncture involves placing small needles in certain points on a patients body to help promote a healing response. Most of our patients tolerate this extremely well, and owners can notice the response relatively quick. #veterinaryacupuncture #acupuncturetreatment #veterinarymedicine

Meet some more new members of Mission Ridge that have come in over the past month #newpuppies #puppycuddles #puppyvaccinations #happyfriday #stalbertpets #veterinarymedicine

Hi, Im Nelson and I am the sweetest boy who loves the liver cookies Any guesses as to what breeds this handsome guy has mixed in him?! Heres a hint, one breed is usually quite big and tall, and the other is quite short and long

Unfortunately, pets being left in vehicles is still something that happens far too often. Keep a close eye on your animals in the heat this summer, and watch for any common signs of heat stroke. If you see an animal stuck in a hot vehicle, call local law enforcement to come and assist! #summersafetytips #summerheat #heatstrokesigns #heatstrokeawareness

Waffles the Bengal kitten #meetwaffles #bengalkitten #bengal #newkitten

Check out these water safety tips if you plan on taking your pets near water this summer #summersafety #watersafety #caninewatersafety

Two of Mission Ridges finest members, Wesson and Echo, waiting patiently for cookies at the end of long day spent at the clinic #staffpets #missionridgevet #stalbertpets #shepherdmix #bostonterrier

Hi, I'm Nelson and I am the sweetest boy who loves the liver cookies Any guesses as to what breeds this handsome guy has mixed in him?! Here's a hint, one breed is usually quite big and tall, and the other is quite short and long

We are now allowing public into the building for appointments only! All food and medication orders will remain as curbside pick up. Please continue to call ahead and order any food and medication orders. #covid19protocols

We have exciting news! As of Monday, July 13th, we will slowly be starting to allow the public into the clinic. With that said, we have some important things to note : - Only ONE client allowed per appointment. You must wear a mask, and sanitize upon entry. - We are required as per Alberta Health requirements to record your name, phone number and email address for contact tracing purposes. - We ask that while you are in the exam room, to maintain social distancing. The vete...rinarian will bring in an assistant to hold your pet for their examination. It is still preferred by our staff that you stay in your vehicle for your pets appointment, however if you wish to attend you are welcome too. Our doors will still remain locked, so continue to call upon arrival so we can let you in. You will not be let in early if you arrive early for your appointment. All medication and food pick ups will still remain as a drop off style, and we ask that you continue to pay over the phone for these items. We appreciate your cooperation with our protocols. If you have any questions, or need to book your pet in, call our clinic at 780-458-3833 and we will be happy to assist you!

Two of Mission Ridges' finest members, Wesson and Echo, waiting patiently for cookies at the end of long day spent at the clinic #staffpets #missionridgevet #stalbertpets #shepherdmix #bostonterrier

Happy Birthday to these June babies who shared their celebration photos! #stalbertpets #dogbirthday #catbirthday #petsbirthday #celebrate

How handsome is Walter Perry?! He even handed out high-fives when he wanted a treat! #veterinarymedicine #cutestcat #stalbertpets

Instagram vs. Reality Meet Arnold Schnauzenagor & Kailua-Kona, the best dog models you ever did see! #veterinarymedicine #dogmodels #stalbertpets

Changing it up from the puppy appreciation, with some adorable kittens we have had come through our doors the past few weeks! Meet Moose, Theo, Henley, Sonny and Sassy #newkittens #kittencuddles #happyfriday #spreadthelove #stalbertpets

Happy Canada Day from all of us at Mission Ridge to you! #canadaday

Gunther is sporting his Canada Day mask and is ready to enjoy the holiday! We are closed Wednesday July 1st. Our regular hours will resume on Thursday July 2nd at 9:00am. Gunther would also like to give you a few pointers to help keep your pets safe during fireworks. #canadaday #fireworksafety