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Maritime Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Centre - MVESC

Maritime is Dartmouth's newest, state-of-the-art, 24,000 sq. ft. 24/7 emergency & specialty veterinary hospital.

09/02/2026

🐰✨ Exotics Procedure Spotlight ✨ 🐰

Rabbits that undergo general anesthesia can be safely intubated with an endotracheal tube with the endoscope-guided technique, as demonstrated here by our Exotics technician Brittany.

Rabbit intubation is challenging due to their narrow mouth opening and long soft palate. Blind intubation in these species can be attempted, but does not allow for examination of the oropharynx and can lead to accidental tracheal foreign bodies (hay). Endoscopy-assisted intubation is the safest option for rabbits and rodents to secure their airways for general anesthesia.

This female rabbit was safely anesthetized for her ovariohysterectomy surgery (spay) as a way to prevent any future uterine disease and unwanted litters.

08/27/2026

Thank you for your kind words for our surgery team!

08/26/2026

Today we are celebrating the dogs who bring joy, companionship, and unconditional love into our lives.

Whether they are adventure buddies, couch companions, or always by your side, every dog has a special place in our families.

Give your pup some extra love today. They deserve it!

Dog Day

08/25/2026

Come join us for this amazing CE opportunity coming up on September 20th!

Spaces are limited, please RSVP before September 16th to secure your spot.

08/18/2026

Meet sweet Jock!

Jock presented to the Emergency Department due to dyspnea (difficulty breathing). Jock was hospitalized and fluid was removed from his chest. To determine the cause of his pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs)

Jock visited our radiology team for a CT and then fine needle aspirate of a mass found in his chest. The sample collected from his mass was sent off for interpretation and sadly came back as Lymphoma.

Although it is difficult to receive a cancer diagnosis, there are treatment options for Lymphoma which typically carry a good prognosis.

Jock’s parents discussed the options available with the Internal Medicine team and started the CHOP protocol. This protocol is completed over 19 weeks involving the administration of three different chemotherapy drugs.

Jock was a wonderful patient and we are so proud to say he is in remission!

08/13/2026

Thank you for your kind words for our emergency team!

08/11/2026

Mr. Bing visited our emergency department over Christmas due to a condition known as Septic Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis. He presented to us after repeated vomiting and episodes of diarrhea with blood.

This poor little guy was in a rough spot when he arrived to Maritime, requiring a central line placement, blood transfusions, and multiple constant rate infusions, or CRIs, of medications to help stabilize him. He needed to stay 3 days in clinic before he finally turned the corner and was able to return home in time for New Years.

Thanks to Trupanion, Chandler's owners were able to focus on what mattered most: his care and recovery. Trupanion covered their portion of his eligible veterinary expenses, helping make the treatment process smoother and allowing Chandler's family to make decisions with greater peace of mind.

Chandler Bing is continuing to do well at home, and his family is incredibly grateful for the care he received from our emergency team. They're also thankful for the support Trupanion provided, helping them focus on Chandler's recovery every step of the way.

08/08/2026

Today we are celebrating the cats who fill our homes with curiosity, comfort, and plenty of personality.

Give your favorite feline some extra love, a special treat, and a little more playtime today. They deserve it!

Happy International Cat Day! 🐾

08/07/2026

📷 by : Meet Salvator Lorenzo (“Sal”), a handsome 4-year-old Poodle mix who came to us with severe neck pain.

An MRI of Sal's cervical spine revealed an intervertebral disc herniation causing spinal cord compression at the C2–C3 level. To relieve the pressure on his spinal cord, our team recommended surgical decompression using a ventral slot procedure.

We're thrilled to share that Sal's surgery went very well! 💙 He is already feeling more comfortable and is on his way home to Fredericton to continue his recovery with his family.

We wish you a smooth recovery, Sal—we can't wait to hear how you're doing! 🐾

08/06/2026

🌈Atlantic Funeral Home in Middle Sackville will be hosting a Rainbow Bridge Service on August 28th 2026🌈

The service will be filled with poems, music, and times of remembrance for our furry family members who we have lost.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their beloved pet's urn and framed photos.
This is a beautiful opportunity to connect with others who have experienced the loss of their pet and connect with your community.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP with the Atlantic Funeral Home by August 21st as spaces are limited

Address

39 MicMac Boulevard
Dartmouth, NS
B3A4Y8

Telephone

+19029320838

Website

http://maritimevet.ca/

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