Bridgetown Animal Hospital

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46 Years

experience

Emergency

services

Your Trusted Bridgetown Veterinarian

Bridgetown Animal Hospital has served the Annapolis Valley area since 1980, providing comprehensive veterinary care rooted in compassion and advanced medical practices. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff prioritizes preventative medicine, utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic tools including digital radiology, ultrasound, and onsite laboratory testing. We specialize in small animal surgery, dental care, and wellness exams, with a dedicated focus on pain management and anesthetic safety.

Our commitment to continuing education ensures clients receive the latest advancements in veterinary science, while our personalized approach fosters trust and long-term relationships with pet owners. With three licensed veterinarians and five support staff members, we maintain a collaborative environment that combines decades of experience with modern technological innovations to deliver exceptional pet healthcare.

Services

Veterinary Surgery Dental Care Vaccinations Wellness Exams Ultrasound Microchipping Nutritional Counseling

Details

Year established: 1980

Highlights and features

We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services with experienced staff.
Our hospital features advanced diagnostic technology including digital radiology.
Three licensed veterinarians with combined decades of clinical experience.
Specialized focus on anesthetic safety and pain management protocols.
Comprehensive preventative care programs tailored to pet life stages.

What people say

Professional, helpful, caring Excellent emergency service Knowledgeable, compassionate staff Timely appointments Price always right

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Services

Veterinary Surgery

Our surgical services include spay/neuter procedures, soft tissue surgery, and emergency interventions with comprehensive anesthetic monitoring. We utilize ECG, pulse oximetry, and doppler blood pressure systems to ensure patient safety during operations. Our team maintains surgical proficiency through continuing education and specialized equipment like therapeutic laser technology for post-operative recovery.

Dental Care

We provide complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments. Digital radiography helps identify hidden dental disease while our surgical suite handles complex oral procedures. Preventative education focuses on reducing periodontal disease that can impact major organ systems, with 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over three years old requiring dental intervention according to clinical studies.

Wellness Exams

Annual physical examinations form the foundation of our preventative care approach. These comprehensive evaluations include nutritional assessments, behavioral observations, and early disease detection through laboratory testing. Our veterinarians create personalized healthcare plans based on life stage needs, with particular emphasis on maintaining optimal weight through dietary counseling and exercise recommendations.

Advanced Diagnostics

Our diagnostic capabilities combine digital radiology, ultrasound technology, and onsite laboratory analysis for rapid disease identification. This equipment enables non-invasive internal organ evaluation and immediate blood/urine testing for conditions like diabetes or kidney disease. The integration of these tools allows for quicker diagnosis and treatment planning compared to external lab referrals.

24/7 Emergency Care

Critical care services operate around the clock with experienced veterinary teams prepared for trauma, poisoning, and acute illness cases. Our emergency protocols include immediate access to surgical facilities, continuous patient monitoring systems, and collaboration with specialists through the Veterinary Information Network. This availability ensures timely intervention for life-threatening conditions outside regular business hours.

People

Dr. Susan Hall

Veterinarian

Graduate of University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College with 40+ years of practice. Specializes in small animal medicine and surgery while maintaining expertise in avian and wildlife care. Active member of multiple veterinary associations and pioneer in adopting digital radiography technology.

Dr. Emily Weidhaas

Veterinarian

Atlantic Veterinary College graduate since 2011 with special interests in small animal surgery and avian medicine. Completed externships in Florida and West Virginia while developing expertise in wildlife rehabilitation. Active in continuing education programs to maintain surgical proficiency.

Fred Weidhaas

Business Manager

Manages daily operations with 25 years of entrepreneurial experience. Coordinates hospital logistics while supporting client services. Background in agricultural business and animal husbandry from family farm operations. Ensures smooth administrative functioning of clinical services.

Marianne Marshall

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary assistant with agricultural science background and wildlife park experience. Handles client communications, lab work, and surgical preparation. Completed bachelor's degree in animal science while managing diverse animal care responsibilities at the hospital since 2010.

Questions

What emergency veterinary services are available?

We provide 24/7 emergency care with on-site surgical capabilities and continuous patient monitoring systems for critical cases.

What diagnostic tools do you use?

Our hospital utilizes digital radiology, ultrasound, and onsite laboratory testing for comprehensive internal organ evaluation and rapid disease detection.

How do I schedule an appointment?

What surgical procedures are offered?

We perform spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgery, dental procedures, and emergency interventions using advanced anesthetic monitoring.

How do you handle pet nutrition counseling?

Our team provides personalized dietary plans and weight management programs to address obesity-related health concerns in pets.

Reviews (6)

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Dean Chute

Aug 16, 2021 Report

I can't express my gratitude enough to the wonderful people that helped us with our dog Oliver just amazing with helping us get him from the car to inside the vets hospital. And to figure out what the issue of his pain was and just a couple days home and on his medication he is doing amazing going to be a while healing but he's on the right track. Thanks again folks your all wonderful people keep up the great work.

Matt Jobes

Aug 01, 2021 Report

Very personable service. Helped me alot, and a lot of personal touches when I had to put my dogs down within a week of each other

Meaghan Pozzolo

Jul 15, 2021 Report

I have seen my share of vets and I have never been happier than this one. They give me good advice, they are so good with my pets and my family, they always work to fit us into their schedule, and they have good prices. Even their after hours service was easily accessible and when I called the after-hours vet gave me free advice over the phone (no visit necessary) and she was so kind and helpful that I felt like crying because I knew my puppy was in good hands! I would recommend this vet clinic 100 times over!

Rebecca Black

Jun 01, 2021 Report

Wonderful vet, and we've had a few! Rates are reasonable. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable staff. Our dog always wants to go in, even after being fixed! They've also been great about covid protocols and I appreciate them keeping our community safe. We've also used the after hours line when our dog was violently ill and I appreciated the reassuring advice we were given at no cost!

Rebecca Kay

Mar 19, 2021 Report

I have been using this vet for all of my animals for years. They are kind, caring and better priced than any other vet I have dealt with in the past. They genuinely care about the animals and put health of the animals over money they could make, which says a lot these days! I highly recommend them for a safe, affordable vet for your families fur babies!

Kim Karalus

Dec 19, 2020 Report

Thank you Dr. Emily, for your caring and professional hands on. I recommend this veterinary clinic to anyone. Wonderful staff, caring people and the price is always right.