VCA Canada Riverbend Animal Hospital

VCA Canada Riverbend Animal Hospital At VCA Canada, we're pet people too. We understand the importance of your morning snuggles and the t A healthy pet is a happy pet. Our hospital is here for you.

That's why our team of trained professionals offer quality care for your companion. We know them inside and out, which means we know when things are good and when we need to pay more attention.

The heat is here, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon ☀️🔥With temperatures climbing earlier and staying hotter for lo...
06/07/2026

The heat is here, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon ☀️🔥

With temperatures climbing earlier and staying hotter for longer, it’s more important than ever to keep an eye on our pets during the summer months. Heat stroke can happen quickly, and it can become life-threatening fast.

If you’re spending time outdoors with your dog, watch for these warning signs:

🐾 Excessive or prolonged panting
🐾 Heavy drooling
🐾 Dark red or tacky gums/tongue
🐾 Weakness, stumbling, or collapse
🐾 Vomiting or diarrhea
🐾 Rapid heart rate
🐾 Body temperature over 40°C

If you suspect heat stroke:
❄️ Move your pet to a cool area
❄️ Wet them down with cool (not ice cold) water
❄️ Contact your nearest emergency veterinary hospital immediately

Remember: hot pavement, parked cars, and even short walks in peak heat can be dangerous for our furry friends.

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and give those pups plenty of shade this summer 🐶💛

06/06/2026

POV: you walked by Hopper’s kennel and now you legally owe him at least 47 forehead boops and a compliment.

06/05/2026

One minute you're going viral on TikTok and the whole world is at your paws, the next you're locked in a cage at the clinic.

06/04/2026

🚨🍑 International Corgi Day has officially gone off the rails 🍑🚨
Short legs. Big b***y. Zero personal space.

One of the coolest things about being part of a larger veterinary community is getting to share incredible stories and e...
06/03/2026

One of the coolest things about being part of a larger veterinary community is getting to share incredible stories and educational moments from across our hospitals. Today, we’ve got a fascinating look into some x-rays!

These X-rays show a pup’s paw after having a toe surgically removed due to a mast cell tumor.

While tumors are a common reason for this procedure, our teams sometimes have to perform a toe amputation due to severe infections, traumatic injuries, or painful bone disorders. It sounds like an intimidating surgery, but dogs are incredibly resilient. They adapt beautifully, and mobility is rarely impacted long-term.

In fact, this patient recovered like an absolute champ and doesn’t even notice the missing digit! 💕

X-rays like these are crucial for our medical teams to plan surgeries precisely and ensure the best possible outcome. We love seeing how quickly our furry patients bounce back and get right back to being playful pups.

Have you ever met a pet with a successful amputation story? Drop a comment and tell us about your resilient fur babes! 👇

Pickles: professional silly goose, part-time tooth breaker, full-time delight. 🦷💕This sweet girl came in last for a toot...
06/03/2026

Pickles: professional silly goose, part-time tooth breaker, full-time delight. 🦷💕

This sweet girl came in last for a tooth extraction after breaking a tooth during one of her many enthusiastic life adventures. Despite the drama, she’s been an absolute angel and has charmed every single person she’s met today. 🐾

We love you, Pickles. Please try to keep the remaining teeth intact. 😭

06/02/2026

Please note: this sweet boy has committed zero crimes. He is simply being held for questioning after allegedly being too handsome in public.

He remains calm, cozy, and extremely dramatic.

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Happy Pride Month! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️This June, we’re celebrating love, identity, community, and the incredible diversity o...
06/01/2026

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Happy Pride Month! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

This June, we’re celebrating love, identity, community, and the incredible diversity of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We’re proud to support and stand alongside you not just this month, but every day of the year.

At our clinics, creating a safe and welcoming environment matters deeply to us. We’re happy to update your client file with your correct name and pronouns; simply let one of our Client Care Specialists know so we can ensure your file reflects you.

Here’s to kindness, inclusivity, and celebrating the people (and pets!) who make our community so wonderful. 🐾🌈

05/31/2026

We promise we know our left and right… just give us a second! 🤔✋

Smile! It's Saturday!
05/30/2026

Smile! It's Saturday!

Address

354, 8338 18 Street SE
Calgary, AB
T2C4E4

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+14032798747

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