Dale Veterinary Clinic

10/17/2026

🐈 National Feral Cat Day 🐈

Not every cat you see outdoors is a stray — so what's the difference?

🐾 Feral cats have had little or no positive human interaction and are generally fearful of people. They may live their entire lives outdoors and are often best supported through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs.

🐾 Stray cats are cats who have been socialized to people but are currently living outdoors. They may have been lost or separated from their family and may still be comfortable approaching people.

🐾 Abandoned cats are pets who have been intentionally left behind by their owners. Unlike truly feral cats, abandoned cats may be socialized to people but suddenly find themselves without a home.

❤️ If you come across a cat outdoors, don't assume they have been abandoned. Look for identification, ask around, and contact local animal services or rescue organizations for guidance.

And for community cats, TNR — trapping, spaying/neutering, vaccinating, and returning them to their territory — can help reduce unwanted litters and support healthier, more stable colonies.

Every cat deserves compassion, whether they curl up on your couch or prefer to keep their distance. 🐾

10/15/2026

🧡 Help Us Cover Our Walls in Paws! 🧡🐾

We’re collecting paw prints for the Farley Foundation, and we want to fill our front office walls and windows with as many as possible! 🐶🐱

For just $2 per paw print, you can help us raise money for pets in need of veterinary care. Every paw print represents a little more love and support for animals and the families who need it most. 🐾

📍 Stop by Dale Veterinary Clinic, grab a paw print, and help us turn our front office into a wall of kindness!

Let’s see how many paws we can fit! ❤️🐾

10/13/2026

🎁🐾 Our Farley Foundation Raffle Is Here! 🐾🎁

We’re raising money for the Farley Foundation again, and we have some wonderful raffle baskets up for grabs! 🧡

Every ticket purchased helps support pets in need by helping families access essential veterinary care when finances are tight.

🎟️ Stop by the clinic to check out our baskets and get your raffle tickets!

100% of proceeds go directly to the Farley Foundation. Every ticket makes a difference for pets and the people who love them! 🐶🐱💕

Thank you for helping us make a difference, one paw at a time! 🐾

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10/12/2026

10/12/2026

🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂

From all of us at Dale Veterinary Clinic, we wish you and your furry family members a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with love, good food, and plenty of cuddles! 🧡🐾

Just a friendly reminder that we are closed today for Thanksgiving and will reopen tomorrow for our regular hours.

Enjoy the holiday, everyone! 🍁

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10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day — October 10 💚

Who takes care of the people who take care of our animals? 🐾

Veterinary medicine is incredibly rewarding, but it can also be emotionally demanding. Today, we’re taking a moment to recognize the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, receptionists, and students who dedicate themselves to caring for animals and their families.

We also want to highlight NOMV — Not One More Vet, an organization providing mental-health education, peer support, and resources specifically for the veterinary community.

💚 Your mental health matters, too.

Let's remember to check in with ourselves, our coworkers, and the people around us. A little kindness and support can make a difference.

10/04/2026

🐾❤️ Happy World Animal Day! ❤️🐾

October 4 is World Animal Day — a day to celebrate the incredible relationship we share with animals and to recognize the many ways they enrich our lives.

From the pets who greet us at the door, to the wildlife we share our communities with, animals play an important part in our world. World Animal Day is also an opportunity to raise awareness about animal welfare and encourage us to do what we can to make life better for animals. 🌎🐾

As a veterinary team, we get to see that special human-animal bond every day. We see the worried faces, the happy reunions, the wagging tails, the purrs, and all the little moments that remind us just how much our animals mean to us.

Today, take a moment to celebrate the animals in your life — and maybe give them an extra treat, a little longer walk, or an extra-big cuddle. ❤️

Because a world that cares for animals is a better world for all of us. 🐶🐱🐰🐴🦎🐾

10/03/2026

🐾 Our Farley Foundation Fundraiser is officially underway! 🐾

We’re excited to start raising funds for the Farley Foundation, which helps people in need access essential veterinary care for their pets. ❤️

Want to help? There are a few easy ways to get involved!

🐾 Farley Pawprints – $2
Stop by and add your name (or your pet’s!) to our Farley pawprint display.

🐾 Farley Stickers – $3
Grab a Farley Foundation sticker for yourself, your water bottle, laptop—or wherever you’d like to show your support!

🎟️ Raffle Tickets
Our raffle is coming up, and tickets are now available to purchase. Keep an eye out for more details on the prizes!

Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting the Farley Foundation and helping pets receive the veterinary care they need.

Stop in, grab a pawprint or sticker, pick up your raffle tickets, and help us make a difference in our community! 🐶🐱💙

10/02/2026

Our friend Joey (and his human) recently participated in the Wiggle Waggle Walk for the Ottawa Humane Society. They raised $500 in donations!

Great job Joey and Nancy!

10/02/2026

🍄 Is That Mushroom Safe? 🐶

Fall means cooler walks, colourful leaves… and mushrooms popping up in yards, parks, and along trails.

While most mushrooms aren't toxic, some can cause serious illness or even be life-threatening to dogs. And unfortunately, it isn't always possible to tell a safe mushroom from a dangerous one just by looking at it.

🐾 If your dog finds a mushroom:
• Don't let them eat it!
• Keep an eye on what they've picked up on walks.
• Check your yard regularly and remove mushrooms you find.
• If your pet eats an unknown mushroom, contact your veterinarian right away. Don't wait for symptoms to appear.

Signs of mushroom poisoning can include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, weakness, tremors, seizures, or changes in behaviour — and some toxins can cause delayed symptoms.

📸 If your pet eats a mushroom, take a photo or, if it's safe to do so, bring a sample with you. This may help with identification.

🍄 When it comes to wild mushrooms, if you don't know what it is, don't let your pet eat it!