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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care in Bedford
Bedford Highway Veterinary has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care in Bedford, Nova Scotia for over 25 years. Our family-owned practice serves pets and their families in Bedford, Hammonds Plains, Sackville, Clayton Park, and Fall River with a commitment to excellence in preventive care, early disease detection, and advanced medical and surgical treatments. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize compassionate care, client education, and personalized attention to each pet's unique needs.We maintain state-of-the-art facilities equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and surgical suites to deliver high-quality diagnostics and treatments. As a cat-friendly practice accredited by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, we provide specialized environments and training to ensure feline patients feel safe and comfortable. Our affiliation with Metro Animal Emergency Clinic extends critical care availability beyond regular hours, reinforcing our dedication to lifelong pet health management.
Services
Preventive Care
Diagnostic Services
Surgical Procedures
Dentistry
Ultrasound
Emergency Care
Pharmacy Services
Behavioral Counseling
Dietary Counseling
Microchipping
Highlights and features
- 25+ years serving Bedford's pet community with expert veterinary care
- Cat-friendly facility with specialized examination rooms and handling protocols
- Affiliated with Metro Animal Emergency Clinic for after-hours critical care
- Personalized attention from experienced veterinarians and support staff
- Advanced diagnostics including digital radiography and GE ultrasound
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Feline Practitioners
Services
Preventive Care
Annual physical exams and preventive care help pets avoid serious health problems. Our services include vaccinations, parasite prevention, and life-stage dietary counseling to maintain optimal health throughout your pet's life.
Surgical Procedures
Our state-of-the-art surgical suite handles spays/neuters and complex procedures. We use safe anesthetics with advanced monitoring (ECG, pulse oximetry) and emphasize pain management before, during, and after surgery for patient comfort.
Dentistry
We provide teeth cleaning, extractions, and oral surgery with digital dental X-rays to detect hidden disease. Our services address painful subgingival issues while maintaining proper oral hygiene for overall pet health.
Ultrasound
Our GE diagnostic ultrasound enables fast, accurate internal organ assessments. For complex cases, we collaborate with board-certified radiologists to ensure precise diagnoses and tailored treatment plans for your pet's specific needs.
Emergency Care
After-hours emergencies are handled by our affiliated Metro Animal Emergency Clinic. We provide immediate guidance for critical situations while maintaining regular access to diagnostics and treatment during business hours.
People
Dr. Jennifer Marriott
Veterinarian
Compassionate veterinarian dedicated to comprehensive pet care. Specializes in preventive medicine and client education while ensuring personalized attention for every patient.
Dr. Jim Gillis
Veterinarian
Veterinarian with 30 years of orthopedic surgery experience. Special interests include cancer medicine and aquatic animal care. Provides advanced surgical solutions while maintaining a holistic approach to pet health.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer after hours?
For after-hours emergencies, call our main number for instructions. We're affiliated with Metro Animal Emergency Clinic for critical care outside regular business hours.
Are you equipped to handle feline-specific care?
Yes, we're an American Association of Feline Practitioners member practice with cat-friendly facilities, specialized examination rooms, and staff trained in gentle feline handling techniques.
What diagnostic tools are available on-site?
We have digital radiography, GE ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, ECG services, and surgical facilities for comprehensive diagnostics and treatment planning.
Do you offer dental care for pets?
Yes, we provide complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and digital dental X-rays to detect and treat oral diseases affecting your pet's overall health.
What preventive care services do you recommend?
We emphasize annual physical exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dietary counseling, and early disease detection through regular check-ups to maintain your pet's long-term health.
Reviews (7)
Marya M.
Oct 26, 2021
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So far so good, friendly with excellent communication and very transparent, fair price. The vet came after a first examination to give me an overview and asked me couple of questions before he does the vaccines. I was very happy to see that the vet came to talk to me since I couldnt be in the exam room with my kitty, decided to make this place my kitty vet for now on. I even got welcomed the first time by that lovely kitty, and she kept me company while waiting . Got a follow up call the next day to see if all was well. I was impressed by there follow up and transpatency. Thank you to the team
Kevin Opie
Dec 07, 2019
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We have brought or Boston terrier here since he was a puppy, the staff and veterinarian have always been fantastic and gone out of their way to help
Shelby S.
Nov 14, 2019
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They got me in the same day I called which was such a relief. Their lobby is quiet which made my cat less anxious about travelling and being at the vet. The vet techs were kind and the vet was very gentle with my cat. The vet also very transparently laid out my options and the costs of those options for my cat, which I appreciated knowing upfront. This will be my regular vet from now on.
Jackie Owen
Jul 22, 2019
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Great spot. Compassionate staff and great service. Have been here for many years. Highly recommended.
Caleigh McGhee
Jul 08, 2019
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Absolutely phenomenal! Dr. Deyoung and her staff have been nothing but great when it comes to my Staffie mix. They take their time explaining everything, dont pressure you into expensive medications/procedures, very reasonably priced, are beyond patient with my usually uncooperative chunky boy, and dont discriminate breeds. Offer great solutions to every health problem weve had so far (including a very scary issue over the summer - got a same-day appointment and was resolved within a couple of days). You can tell they genuinely do care about the pets that come in as well as their owners
Kara Fielding
Oct 10, 2018
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Amazing service!!! Dr DeYoung is so gentle and kind to my kitties. Would never go anywhere else. Love this place.
Brice
Aug 13, 2018
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A great team! They did a very good job to prepare my cats for an international travel (shots, paperwork...). A bit expensive though.
