If you are planning a vacation getaway soon and are boarding your pets at a kennel, using a pet sitter, or plan to have someone come to your house to take care of them please let us know ahead of time who is looking after your pets. Because of Ontario privacy laws we cannot talk anyone about your pets who is not listed on your file. Unfortunately, pets sometimes get sick when their owners are away and having a plan in place will alleviate a lot of stress for you the owner, the caretaker, the veterinary team and the patient. At the very least we should be able to contact you while you’re away, and if not, someone at home should have the authority to make decisions on your behalf. This information must be in your file. Payment arrangements can also be made with us before you leave. Since many of you travel during the holidays and throughout the winter months this would be a good time to sit down with your family and come up with a plan for your pets’ emergency care if needed while you are away.
