Our team continues to be here for you and your cherished pets. We are OPEN and are now able to provide a wide range of services. To learn more about the changes we have implemented in response to COVID-19 and what to expect during your next visit, click here.
Dr. Heather Wilton joined our team in March 2020. Born and raised on a family farm near Roland, Manitoba, Dr. Wilton grew up immersed in animal husbandry. Dr. Wilton graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatoon in 2014. She is an avid sheep farmer; breeding and showing prize winning Dorpers. In addition to practicing veterinary medicine, she has dabbled in teaching as a sessional instructor of 4500 Animal Health at the University of Manitoba. In her free time Dr. Wilton can be found working in her flower gardens, caring for her sheep, raising Monarch butterflies, or spending time with family.
Circling around before lying down is likely a residual instinct from when their ancestors lived out in the wilderness. Your dog’s ancestors would have paced in circles to flatten down and warm their sleeping area.
In order to maintain everyone's safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the following procedures have been implemented:
a) Only 1 family member may accompany the pet in the appointment.
b) You must wear a mask while in the hospital. If you do not have one we can provide you one for a $2 donation to our OSCAR fund.
c) You will be asked to sanitize your hands upon entry.
d) You must maintain a 6-foot distance from team members.
e) We will continue with cashless payment options (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX & Debit).
f) Upon arrival, please call us (204-253-2668) from your vehicle, and we will provide direction as our waiting room still remains closed, and our doors locked. If you do not have a cell phone you may ring the doorbell and wait by the "Please Wait Here" sign.
g) A specific amount of time has been allotted for your appointment so if your pet needs additional services (nail trim, anal glands etc.) please let us know in advance.
If you prefer not to be present for your pet's appointment and would prefer us to conduct the appointment via telephone please let us know.
In addition to the above-mentioned protocols we are screening all clients for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 to protect our clients and team members.
If you have a fever, new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, nasal congestion, loss of sense of smell, sore throat, painful swallowing, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, loss of appetite, chills, or fever we ask that you do not attend your pet's appointment.
If you have been instructed to self isolate for 14 days due to travel from Eastern Canada, travelled outside of Canada, had contact with someone known to have COVID-19 in the last 14 days, or are waiting for COVID-19 test results we ask that you do not attend your pet's appointment.
OPERATING HOURS
We are OPEN with the following hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday: Closed
NEW PET OWNERS
Have you welcomed a new furry family member to your home? We’d love to meet them! Visit our Must Know New Pet Owner Information page for useful resources and helpful recommendations for new pet owners.
Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to seeing you and your furry family members again!
- Your dedicated team at St. Vital Veterinary Hospital
