Gulf Island Veterinary Clinic

10/15/2026

Our old friend Teddy ❤️ He has been our patient for 14 of his 15 years! He is always smiling and happy to visit us.

10/14/2026

🦗 Looks like we had a walk-in with a Special Message!🙏😂

We had a special visitor at Gulf Island Veterinary Clinic —a praying mantis! No appointment needed, no paperwork to fill out, and thankfully, no complaints about the wait time. 😆

We’re used to seeing all kinds of patients, but this one definitely stood out from the crowd! 💚

Often seen as a symbol of patience, mindfulness, and good luck, perhaps this little visitor was reminding us to slow down and appreciate the small wonders around us. ✨

10/14/2026

🍄 Mushroom Season Is Here! ⚠️

With the much-needed rain comes mushroom season—and some wild mushrooms can be deadly to dogs! Death Caps (Amanita phalloides) and Deadly Fibre Caps (Inocybe) can cause severe liver damage, even when symptoms aren’t immediately apparent. Signs may be delayed for 6–12 hours or longer.

🚨 Watch for: gastrointestinal distress, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, incoordination, tremors, or seizures.

Suspect your pet has eaten a wild mushroom? Don’t wait for symptoms! Contact your veterinarian or ASPCA Poison Control (888) 426-4435 immediately.

🍄 If safe to do so, collect a mushroom sample, place it in a paper bag (not plastic), refrigerate it, and note where it was found.

A little extra awareness on your rainy-day walks can help keep your furry family members safe! 💚

Gulf Island Veterinary Clinic | Caring to Make a Difference

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Gulf Island Veterinary Clinic! 🍂

We are grateful for our wonderful clients, patients, friends, and community. Wishing you a holiday filled with good friends, good times, and plenty to be thankful for.

As our clinic will be closed for Thanksgiving, there will be no order placed on Monday, October 12.

Please note that during the holiday period, orders will only be placed on Wednesdays (October 7 and October 14). If you require food, medication, or other supplies, we encourage you to order as early as possible. While we will do our best to obtain your items promptly, delivery dates cannot be guaranteed and may be affected by supplier availability and shipping schedules.

Thank you for planning ahead and for trusting us with your pets' care. We hope you have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🐾

10/01/2026

Fear Free doesn't begin in the exam room—it begins the moment you contact us. 💛

Meet Val, Rachel, and Tina, our Client Care Representatives. As Fear Free Certified professionals, they play an important role in helping every visit start on the right paw, claw or hoof 😉

Whether you're booking an appointment, discussing concerns about your pet's anxiety, checking in for a visit, or simply asking questions, they're here to help create a positive experience for both you and your pet.

Fear Free is more than our way of handling your pet—it's our clinic-wide commitment to reducing fear, anxiety, and stress at every step of your journey with us.

Because caring for your pet's emotional wellbeing starts long before they enter the exam room. 🐾💛

09/29/2026

In honor of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation we will be closed tomorrow Wednesday September 30th, to give our team time to reflect, learn, and honor the survivors, families, and communities impacted by the residential school system. We will reopen for our regular hours Thursday October 1st.

We encourage everyone to use this day to listen to Indigenous voices, stories and support our local First Nations Penelakut Tribe and The Coastal Blood Singers an our local community event from 12 - 3PM at Fernwood Dock.

Huy tseep q’u "Thank you all" - Hul’q’umi’num’ language of the Penelakut Tribe
G̱ilakas'la "Welcome" and "Thank You" - Kwak̓wala language of the Kwakwaka̱'wakw People

🧡

09/22/2026

It was a pretty Ruff day! Four puppies. One day. Endless cuteness. 🐾✨

Positive veterinary experiences start young. These little pups visited us for treats, cuddles, learning, and lots of encouragement.

Every happy puppy visit helps build confidence and creates positive associations with veterinary care that can last a lifetime.

We think that's something worth celebrating. 💛

Which puppy would you take home? 🐶👇

09/17/2026

Did you know that treats can be one of the most powerful tools in reducing stress during veterinary visits?

By pairing Fear Free handling and procedures with positive experiences, we help our patients feel safer and more comfortable at the clinic. Djuno, was happy to demonstrate the effectiveness of a "pupsicle" and a lot of love! 💗

Fear Free isn't just a buzzword—it's how we help pets build lifelong confidence in veterinary care.

09/17/2026

Congratulations to Osito as the winner of a Complimentary Exam and the Favorite Pet at the Fall Fair Pet Parade. Maya also won a trophy 🏆 They are both adorable pets that visit us regularily 💜

If your pet went to the Fall Fair we would love to see your pictures! Share them below 👇