Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Sarnia, ON
Rapids Veterinary Hospital has been serving Sarnia, Ontario since 2011 with comprehensive veterinary care. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff are dedicated to educating pet owners about preventative care, nutrition, and exercise while utilizing the latest advances in veterinary technology. We treat every patient with compassionate care during check-ups, procedures, and surgeries, emphasizing early disease detection through regular wellness exams and blood testing.Our commitment to ongoing client education helps pet owners maintain their animals' health throughout all life stages. With four dedicated veterinarians and a focus on both medical and surgical services, we provide full-spectrum care for small animals in a family-oriented environment.
Services
Preventative Care
Surgical Services
Wellness Visits
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer full-service small animal healthcare including surgery and dentistry
- Our team includes four experienced veterinarians with diverse specializations
- We emphasize preventative care through regular wellness exams and blood testing
- We provide day-time emergency services for active clients
- We maintain the latest advances in veterinary technology and treatment methods
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care services include physical exams, wellness blood work, dental examinations, vaccinations, parasite control, and nutritional consultations. These services help detect potential health issues early and maintain optimal pet health through all life stages. Our customized vaccination plans protect against common diseases while regular check-ups ensure early intervention when needed.
Surgical Services
We offer elective and soft tissue surgeries, including spaying/neutering and dental extractions. For complex cases, we refer to board-certified surgeons while maintaining continuity of care. All surgical patients receive pre-anesthetic blood screening to ensure safety during procedures performed with modern veterinary equipment and techniques.
Wellness Visits
Our wellness visits include comprehensive physical exams assessing ears, eyes, oral health, heart, lungs, and organ systems. These visits incorporate lab testing, vaccination administration, and personalized health recommendations. Regular wellness exams help detect potential issues early and maintain ongoing pet health through preventive care strategies.
Vaccinations
We provide core and non-core vaccinations protecting against rabies, distemper, parvovirus, leptospirosis, Lyme disease, and feline leukemia. Our vaccination protocols follow AAHA guidelines and are tailored to each pet's lifestyle and risk factors. All vaccinations are administered following thorough health assessments to ensure pet safety and immunization effectiveness.
Emergency Care
Daytime emergency services are available for active clients during regular business hours. We provide initial emergency care and stabilization before referring complex cases to 24-hour facilities when needed. Our team maintains current skills in emergency medicine to handle urgent situations requiring immediate veterinary attention.
People
Dr. Betty Knight
Veterinarian
Graduated from OVC in 1997, practicing in Sarnia since 1997, co-founder of Rapids Veterinary Hospital in 2011. Active in community organizations and local church.
Dr. Geoff Iacobelli
Veterinarian
Co-founder of Rapids Veterinary Hospital in 2011. Experienced small animal veterinarian serving the Sarnia community with comprehensive pet care services.
Dr. Claire Tidball
Veterinarian
Graduated from OVC in 2017, joined Rapids Veterinary Hospital after completing her BSc in Agriculture. Specializes in companion animal care and surgery.
Dr. Sarah Leeson
Veterinarian
Graduated from OVC in 2017, specializes in soft tissue surgery and feline medicine. Provides compassionate care with focus on surgical and internal medicine cases.
Questions
What are your hospital hours?
We're open Monday to Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm. Closed Sundays.
Do you require appointments for visits?
Yes, we see patients by appointment only to ensure proper time allocation for each case.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, debit, Mastercard, and Visa for all veterinary services.
At what age can pets be spayed or neutered?
Spaying/neutering is typically performed at 6 months of age after health examination.
Do you offer pre-anesthetic blood testing?
Yes, we perform pre-surgical blood screening to assess organ function and surgical safety.
What are the benefits of spaying/neutering pets?
Spaying/neutering prevents unwanted litters, reduces disease risks, and helps control pet population.
