Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Guelph, ON
Established in 2013, Guelph Lake Veterinary Hospital is a locally owned and community-focused veterinary practice serving Guelph, Ontario. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats, combining advanced medical equipment with personalized attention. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize preventive care, early disease detection, and tailored treatment plans to ensure pets live long, healthy lives.We emphasize open communication with pet owners, offering educational resources and leveraging modern technology to streamline appointments, prescription refills, and client communication. With flexible hours including early, late, and weekend availability, we aim to make quality veterinary care accessible and convenient for all pet owners in our growing community.
Services
Wellness Exams
Diagnostic Testing
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Puppy Health Programs
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer early, late, and weekend hours for your convenience
- Our team provides personalized, patient-focused care tailored to each pet's needs
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment
- Our veterinarians have combined decades of experience in companion animal care
- We emphasize preventive care and client education to support pet health
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams focus on preventive care through regular nose-to-tail checkups. We monitor health changes, administer vaccinations, and provide nutritional counseling to maintain optimal pet health. Tailored vaccination plans and early disease detection help extend pets' lifespans while owner education ensures informed healthcare decisions.
Diagnostic Testing
We offer complete in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, digital radiography, and ultrasound services. These tools help identify underlying health issues in sick pets or detect early-stage diseases during routine exams. Timely diagnostics enable accurate treatment planning and improved patient outcomes through evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services include spays/neuters, soft tissue, and orthopedic procedures performed with modern anesthesia protocols. Pre-surgical screenings minimize risks while post-operative care includes pain management and recovery monitoring. Our experienced team maintains strict safety standards for all surgical patients.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services address preventive and therapeutic oral care needs. We perform professional cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments to prevent systemic diseases. Client education emphasizes home care routines to maintain dental hygiene between professional treatments.
Puppy Health Programs
Our puppy wellness programs include vaccination schedules, nutrition guidance, and spay/neuter recommendations. We provide breed-specific developmental advice and early health screening to establish lifelong wellness foundations. Educational resources help new owners navigate puppy care challenges.
People
Dr. Scott Gardiner
Veterinarian and Practice Owner
A Guelph native and graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College, Dr. Gardiner brings extensive experience from mixed animal practice in Alberta. He combines large animal medicine expertise with companion animal care, emphasizing community involvement and team-based veterinary approaches.
Dr. Hillary Roulston
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Roulston earned her DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2024 after working in local veterinary clinics. She focuses on dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and client communication, bringing recent graduate perspective to patient care while maintaining strong community connections.
Dr. Melissa Cirinna
Associate Veterinarian
A Guelph resident for 12 years, Dr. Cirinna specializes in senior pet health and weight management. She emphasizes collaborative care, ensuring clients feel involved in treatment decisions while tailoring medical plans to individual pet needs and owner capabilities.
Dr. Noppakao Thepsuree
Associate Veterinarian
Originally from Thailand, Dr. Thepsuree brings six years of small animal practice experience. Certified in Canada after 2019, he focuses on internal medicine, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery while actively volunteering with local animal welfare organizations.
Questions
What services does Guelph Lake Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, diagnostics, surgical procedures, dental care, and puppy health programs using state-of-the-art equipment in a modern facility designed for pet comfort.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through our website or call us directly at (123) 555-6789 during our flexible hours including early, late, and weekend availability.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency care, we recommend contacting local 24-hour clinics for urgent after-hours needs while offering regular appointments for non-emergency situations.
What makes your veterinary hospital different?
Our community-focused approach combines personalized care with modern technology, featuring early/late hours, online prescription refills, and a dedicated team emphasizing preventive medicine and client education.
How do you handle post-operative care?
We provide detailed pain management plans and recovery instructions after surgeries, with follow-up monitoring to ensure proper healing and address any complications promptly.
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