Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Veterinarians in Shelburne, ON
Since 1948, High County Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive veterinary care for pets of all sizes. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to maintaining the highest standards of medical excellence while fostering a warm, family-oriented environment. With two integrated locations in Shelburne and Orangeville, we offer preventive medicine, advanced surgical procedures, dental care, and emergency services tailored to meet the unique needs of each animal. Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with diagnostic tools and therapeutic technologies to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. We prioritize client education and personalized wellness programs, empowering pet owners to make informed decisions about their animals' health.The hospital's legacy of innovation began with Dr. Dudgeon and continues today under Dr. Harron's leadership, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge veterinary practices. Our mobile unit extends care to home and kennel settings, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and convenience. From routine checkups to complex medical cases, we approach every patient with empathy, skill, and a deep understanding of the human-animal bond. This philosophy has sustained our reputation as a trusted healthcare provider for generations of pets and their families. We remain steadfast in our mission to enhance animal well-being through compassionate care, continuous learning, and community engagement.
Services
Preventive Medicine
Dental Care
Surgical Procedures
Emergency Treatment
Senior Pet Care
Parasite Control
Weight Management
Pocket Pet Services
Medical Boarding
Therapeutic Laser Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We offer veterinary expertise spanning 75 years of combined professional experience
- Our two fully equipped locations provide comprehensive care across Dufferin County
- We maintain 24/7 emergency referral services through Highway 10 Emergency Clinic
- Our team includes specialists in therapeutic laser therapy and stem cell treatments
- We operate a mobile unit for convenient home and kennel veterinary services
What people say
Exceptional compassionate care
Knowledgeable staff
Well-equipped facilities
Personalized attention
Excellent emergency referrals
Services
Preventive Medicine
Our preventive medicine program includes annual checkups, vaccinations, and parasite control tailored to your pet's life stage. We emphasize early disease detection through routine bloodwork and physical exams. Our veterinarians create customized wellness plans considering breed-specific risks and lifestyle factors.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services range from routine cleanings to complex oral surgeries. We utilize digital radiography for accurate diagnosis of tooth root issues and periodontal disease. Our team educates pet owners on home care techniques to maintain optimal oral health between professional treatments.
Surgical Procedures
We perform soft tissue, orthopedic, and ophthalmologic surgeries in our fully equipped operating rooms. Pre-anesthetic blood testing ensures patient safety during procedures. Post-operative care includes pain management and follow-up examinations to monitor recovery progress.
Emergency Treatment
While we provide in-hours emergency care at both locations, critical after-hours cases are referred to Highway 10 Emergency Clinic. Our staff offers triage guidance over the phone and coordinates seamless transfers for overnight specialists' care.
Senior Pet Care
Our senior wellness program features bi-annual exams, mobility assessments, and chronic disease management. Advanced diagnostics help detect age-related conditions early. We develop customized treatment plans to maintain quality of life for aging companions.
People
Dr. Harron
Veterinarian
Graduated with honors from Ontario Veterinary College in 1999. Specializes in rehabilitation therapy and small animal practice. Owner of Dufferin Veterinary Hospital since 2009. Committed to advancing veterinary medicine through continuing education.
Mackenna
Registered Veterinary Technician
RVT with experience in both small and large animal care. Graduated from University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus in 2022. Passionate about animal welfare and client education. Provides technical support across both hospital locations.
Jade
Client Service Representative
Veteran animal care professional with hands-on dog experience. Manages client communications and appointment scheduling. Focuses on creating positive interactions for pet owners and their companions during visits.
Barb
Client Service Representative
10-year veteran of veterinary client services. Coordinates care for multiple pet households. Combines organizational skills with animal passion to streamline client experiences and improve service delivery.
Questions
What are your regular business hours?
Shelburne location: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 8:30am-2pm. Orangeville location: Mon-Fri 8:30am-7pm, Sat 8:30am-2pm. Closed Sundays and holidays.
Do you provide after-hours emergency care?
We handle in-hours emergencies at both locations. For after-hours emergencies, we refer to Highway 10 Emergency Clinic in Brampton at (905) 495-9907.
What pet services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, surgery, dentistry, senior care, parasite control, weight management, pocket pet services, medical boarding, and therapeutic laser therapy.
Are you equipped for senior pet care?
Yes, we offer bi-annual senior wellness exams, chronic disease management, and mobility assessments as part of our comprehensive geriatric care program.
Do you have mobile veterinary services?
Our licensed mobile unit provides home and kennel visitation services for routine care and follow-up appointments across the service area.
Reviews (7)
Pat Soldat
Jan 11, 2022
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Gave us an appointment for the same day even though they were very busy. Very kind and caring. Fabulous Doctors and staff.
Yuhon Mccallum
Nov 18, 2021
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Even though we had just lost our dog they made us feel very comfortable. They took there time with us and gave us more than enough time to way out our options on how we want to send off our dog. Very highly recommend.
Joycelyn Merkley
May 11, 2021
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We have recently added a second dog to our home with High County Vet providing the care our girls need. Our dogs have always been well cared for here.
Carin H.
Mar 10, 2021
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The veterinarians and staff were the best to Farriss... They treated him with so much compassion when he left to the rainbow bridge. Always will recommend these wonderful people.
Lynda Ferguson
Jan 04, 2021
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Professional, caring, thorough - both staff & doctors. Make you & your pet feel special. Great precautionary measures during this viral social distancing. Shows they are intelligently serving their clients & community. Keep up great work. Stay safe!
David Wallace
Nov 02, 2020
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Had to say goodbye to my dear little girl Tiana. They were so very caring and kind. Received a wonderful card soon after. Thank you for making her last moments with me bearable and her comfortable.
John Flanagan
Sep 26, 2020
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Having brought our dog to the other vet in town, we wondered if there was another option.
Abner hadn't been well for a while but he seemed happy, generally. Suddenly, he just failed. The staff and doctors here seemed to actually care about the patient rather than the bill. Take your friends here if you really care about them.
Abner hadn't been well for a while but he seemed happy, generally. Suddenly, he just failed. The staff and doctors here seemed to actually care about the patient rather than the bill. Take your friends here if you really care about them.
