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At Canada West Veterinary Specialists, we are always inspired whenever one of our patients recovers. However, the exuberant and determined efforts of the animals that are guided through long processes of rehabilitation, following the development of life-altering conditions, are always particularly uplifting. Though the process of recovery can be arduous, the spirits of the animals [...]
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Breakfast Television Vancouver came to the hospital today for a live on-camera visit to show their viewers some of the work we do. Today’s segments included: Wilma – a cat who received a stent for a blocked kidney (described by Dr. Marylin Dunn); Wally – a dog with arthritic knees who receives stem cell injections [...]
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We had been concerned that Palm’s large thoracic wound would not heal easily with the first surgery. The size, the depth and the contamination of the wound which would have occurred at the time of her trauma made it very likely that some of the skin would not be viable. About 25% of her wound [...]
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Authored by Dr Laurence Braun Palm, a blind woman’s guide dog, was involved in a tragic accident last Thursday. When she was suddenly caught by the automatic closing door, Palm was dragged by the Skytrain to the end of a station, striking a pole. Fortunately, a staff member from Burquitlam Animal Hospital happened to be [...]
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Breakfast Television (City TV) got us up bright and early this morning and came to film the workings of a specialty hospital. We were pleased to have the crew there and we thank the pet owners who graciously came in a bit earlier than usual. Click here to watch the video on Breakfast TV’s website.
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