WELCOME to the West Kootenay Animal Hospital

The doctors and staff of the West Kootenay Animal Hospital know that your pet is a special and unique member of your family. We understand and honor this special bond and strive to provide the highest quality of care in a friendly and compassionate environment.

Our goal at West Kootenay Animal Hospital is to provide high quality veterinary care in a compassionate and caring environment. We continually strive to exceed our clients expectations for service as we recognize and celebrate the bond our clients share with their animal companions.

Patient of the Month

Mr.Mugs Lennox

January 2012
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Bladder Stones are a common problem in many breeds. Symptoms can vary from being very mild to severe, with signs of blood in the urine, frequent urination or painful urination.  Mr. Mugs is a fun-loving 4 year old male Shih Tzu cross who was having frequent urination and difficulty passing urine.  X-rays quickly revealed the cause of his distress; Mr. Mugs had multiple calcium oxalate bladder stones in both the bladder and urethra.  These tiny stones eventually filled up the urethra so Mr. Mugs was unable to urinate, and he required an emergency surgery (urethrostomy) to create a new opening for urination.  Mr.

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