We provide honest care and treat you and your loved ones like family.
Welcome to Dewdney Animal Hospital, where we recognize that pets are family. We treat all of our patients with the special attention and care they deserve. Your beloved animal family member will be treated as if they were our own. We are proud to be a part of the Maple Ridge community and have been serving its members for over 30 years. Our goal is to provide you and your loved ones with the special attention, time, and respect you all deserve.
For the Love of Animals
At Dewdney Animal Hospital, we welcome furry, feathered, scaly, and slimy animals of all ages, attention spans, herbivores, and carnivores. We are equipped to handle the injured, sick, or those just in for a checkup. You can rest assured that your precious pet has a place in our clinic.
Our professional and courteous veterinarians and staff seek to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for your family. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities.
Services Offered
At Dewdney Animal Hospital, we offer a wide range of services to ensure that your loved ones receive the best possible care. Our services include:
- Digital X-Rays
- Dentistry
- Vaccinations
- Spays and Neuters
- Surgery
- Laser Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Flea and De-worming Products
- Prescription Pet Foods
- Prescription Pet Drugs
- Exotic Animal Medicine
Meet the Dream Team
Our team of dedicated professionals is devoted to the care and well-being of your loved ones.
- Dr. Adrian Walton, Veterinarian and Owner, is a graduate of the University of Guelph and has degrees in Marine Biology from Dalhousie University and a Masters Degree from Simon Fraser University. He has a special interest in exotic animal medicine and spends his spare time helping abandoned and neglected reptiles and exotics find forever homes.
- Sue, our office manager, keeps our top-notch team running smoothly. She has been with Dewdney Animal Hospital since high school.
- Gabi, RVT, graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at Thompson Rivers University in 2016. She has worked at Dewdney Animal Hospital since graduation, except for one year when she pursued further education on wildlife care at the Veterinary Technology - Wildlife Rehabilitation program at Northern College in Ontario. Gabi's favorite patients are BC's wild birds, standard schnauzers, and black cats.
- Tonya, Veterinary Assistant Technician, has been in the veterinary industry since 1997 and joined our team in January 2014. She has a special love for cats.
- Natalya, Veterinary Office Assistant, has always loved animals and pursued a career at Dewdney Animal Hospital after graduating from the Veterinary Office Assistant program at Douglas College. She has a soft spot for reptiles and rodents.
- Kathleen, Receptionist, has built strong relationships with clients and their pets for 13 years at Dewdney Animal Hospital.
- Genaya, Receptionist, is our cat lady extraordinaire. She has a soft spot for felines and can often be found surrounded by them in her spare time.
- Amy, Future RVT, is currently a student of the VTEC OL program through Thompson Rivers University. She has a passion for dog training and animal behavior.
- Maddie, Receptionist, is a graduate of the Douglas College VOAC program. She has a soft spot for the feathered ones in particular and has plans to further her education as a veterinary technologist through Thompson Rivers University.
Join the Adventure
At Dewdney Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing the best possible care for your loved ones. We are proud to be a part of the Maple Ridge community and look forward to serving its members for many years to come. Join the adventure and become a part of our family today.
Warning Against Dr. Adrian Walton
Several reviewers have expressed extreme dissatisfaction with Dr. Adrian Walton, earning him the nickname "Dr. Death". They accuse him of being responsible for euthanizing hundreds of snakes without attempting to rehome them, and having no regard for animal welfare. Many reviewers have warned against taking animals to him, stating that it could be a "death sentence" for their pets.
Criticism of Professionalism and Quality
Reviewers have criticized Dr. Walton's professionalism, quality of care, and reliability. They claim that he is more interested in euthanizing animals than in finding solutions to their health issues. Several reviewers have stated that they would never recommend Dr. Walton to anyone, and that his license should be revoked.
Positive Comments
On the other hand, some reviewers have praised the doctors and staff at Dewdney Animal Hospital, stating that they are great, excellent, warm, welcoming, and friendly. They have appreciated the thorough examinations, explanations, and caring attitudes of the staff.
Controversy and Concerns
One reviewer was unhappy with the clinic's policy of not allowing owners to accompany their pets inside, and felt that the consultation fee was too high. Another reviewer praised the clinic's efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

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