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Urgent care is for pets who are unwell, in discomfort, are in urgent situation or are not acting like themselves and should be assessed within 24 hours.
Wellness, routine, or general care is for pets needing vaccines, preventive care, or ongoing monitoring who can safely wait at least 24 hours.
Trusted, Full-Service Veterinary Care for Dogs & Cats in Stittsville, Kanata, and West Ottawa
Stittsville Kanata Veterinary Hospital provides same-day urgent care and routine wellness, along with diagnostics, surgery, and dental services for dogs and cats across West Ottawa — with transparent pricing and appointment-based care. Care provided during clinic hours through appointments. Same day appointments available.
5373 Fernbank Rd Unit 9C, Stittsville, ON K2S 0T7
Call or Text: 343-463-8787
Serving Stittsville, Kanata, and West Ottawa
Care provided for dogs and cats only
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Veterinary Services & Capabilities
Stittsville Kanata Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital equipped to provide medical, diagnostic, surgical, and preventive care for dogs and cats. Care is delivered based on medical assessment, clinical judgment, and appointment availability. Care is divided into Urgent Care and Wellness Care (regular appointments for vaccines, non-urgent medical issues, ongoing care, surgery planning, dentistry planning etc). Urgent care is provided with Live Urgent-Care Wait Times
Who SKVH Is Best Suited For ?
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Pet parents who prefer appointment-based care rather than walk-in or overcrowded emergency settings.
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Families who want guidance on when urgent care is appropriate versus when wellness care is the right choice.
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Pet owners who appreciate evidence-based recommendations and stepwise diagnostic plans
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Pet parents looking for routine continuity of care, follow-up, and clear next steps under wellness care.
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Pet parents looking for one off urgent care visits or to continue with SKVH for urgent care.
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​Dogs and cats who benefit from a calmer, structured clinic environment
How We Help You Decide the Right Level of Care ?
​Many urgent and routine concerns can be assessed and managed during clinic hours in a general practice setting. When a pet requires overnight monitoring, specialty referral, or 24-hour emergency care, we help guide the next appropriate steps so your pet receives timely care without confusion.
Medical & Diagnostic Care
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Same-day urgent assessments during clinic hours
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Emergency case triage (clinic hours only)
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Pain and illness evaluation
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Second-opinion consultations
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In-house bloodwork (CBC, chemistry, electrolytes)
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Urinalysis
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Fecal testing
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Cytology (skin, ears, masses)
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Digital X-rays
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Sedation for diagnostics when appropriate
Learn more about available diagnostics
Surgical & Procedural Care
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Soft tissue surgery
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Spay and neuter procedures
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Mass removals
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Wound care and laceration repair
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Foreign body removal
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Bladder stone removal
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Dental cleaning (prophylaxis)
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Dental X-rays
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Tooth extractions
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Dental surgery
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Oral surgery
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Anesthesia-supported procedures
Preventive & Ongoing Care
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Routine wellness examinations
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Preventative vaccinations
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Preventative parasite prevention (fleas, ticks, heartworm)
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Microchipping
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Puppy and kitten visits
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Senior pet care
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Chronic disease management
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Pain management
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Nutritional counselling
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Weight management
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Ongoing health monitoring for stable conditions
Services are provided based on medical findings, clinical judgment, and appointment availability.
How Care Works at SKVH
Care at our clinic follows a structured and transparent process designed to support informed decision-making and appropriate medical care.
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Assessment: Your pet’s condition is evaluated based on presenting concerns and clinical findings.
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Findings Explained: What we are seeing and what it may mean is discussed in clear, plain language.
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Options & Costs Reviewed: Diagnostic and treatment options, along with associated costs, are reviewed before proceeding.
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Care Plan Agreed Upon: A care plan is chosen collaboratively based on medical need and your comfort level.
Choosing the Right Type of Visit
Urgent Care
For sudden illness, injury, pain, or symptoms that may require prompt medical attention. Same-day assessment may be available during clinic hours.
General Care
For preventive wellness exams, routine care, ongoing stable conditions, and planned health concerns.
A Veterinary Hospital Built for Thoughtful Care
We focus on careful medical assessment, clear communication, and appropriate escalation of care. Our team supports both routine and urgent needs, offers second-opinion consultations when clarity is needed, and works with clients to make informed decisions without pressure.
When advanced or specialty care is required, we discuss findings openly and help guide next steps.

Calm, experienced care focused on clear communication, timely assessment, and appropriate next steps for your pet.