In the Community
Do you have a great idea for a community event? Are you a volunteer for a local community organization or charity? Email us your ideas! We would love to work with you to create a memorable event.
We participate in many activities throughout the year and seek to be more involved in the coming years. Some events to mention are:
Previous Events
Winterlude Triathlon 2012
Thirty-five team members from Alta Vista and Bayview Animal Hospitals competed for bragging rights in the Winterlude Triathlon again this year. Athletes and cheerleaders alike had a great day with great weather for what has become an annual event for the hospitals. More than 45 staff members, friends and family joined together for breakfast following the race, and a chance to thaw out while prizes were awarded. Congrats to Sarah, Dan and Brandon, the fastest members for each leg (Running, skiing, skating) out of our group this year! A shiny new plaque hangs in the hallway at Alta Vista with the winners of the past 5 years proudly posted, and space for many winning names to come. See you again next year!
Howl-o-ween Pugstock: Sunday, October 30, 2011
We had a great time making paw prints for our Puggy friends October 30th at Howl-o-ween Pugstock! Congrats to our raffle winners, and thanks to Merial for the raffle prize donations. See you in the spring!
2011 Wiggle Waggle Walkathon for the Ottawa Humane Society
We had a great time at the Walkathon this year on September 11th. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth to pick up a doggie treat bag, enter our raffle, taste our delicious cupcakes or create a t-shirt for their dog! Congrats to Kali and Peter, our doggy prize basket winners. We'll see you again next year!
Ottawa’s Police Dogs Are in Good Hands:
Ottawa Paramedic Service, Ottawa Police Canine Unit and Alta Vista Animal Hospital Join Forces in Education
May 31, 2011
Doctors Tyler Dearden and Erica Tyre along with 5 veterinary technicians from Alta Vista Animal Hospital came together with members of the Ottawa Paramedic Service and Ottawa Police Canine unit at the Paramedic headquarters on Don Reid Drive for a morning of education and demonstrations. This event was part of the ongoing relationship between the animal hospital and the paramedics.
The goal of the day was to introduce the group of 30 paramedics and police officers (together with 7 dogs!) to common situations they may encounter while working with dogs from the Canine Unit. The 2 groups commonly work side by side, and want to be prepared should any of the 15 dogs from the Ottawa Canine Unit become injured in the line of duty.
Dr. Dearden delivered a lecture that touched on several topics, including canine behavior, common emergency situations, canine restraint, and canine medical conditions that would most frequently be seen by the team. Small group demonstrations included restraint, handling and bandaging of wounds on different areas of the dog’s body.
It was a successful morning for all. Thanks to veterinary technicians JoAnne, Erin, Amber, Jess and Mel for their expertise and demonstration skills with the canines! Thanks also to Ottawa Paramedics, Ottawa Canine Unit, representatives from the RCMP and Belleville Police Force for inviting us. We look forward to working with you again soon.
Pugstock: May 15, 2011
The Alta Vista and Bayview team had a great day at Pugstock! We helped pug parents create stylish bandanas for their pups, and offered a healthy carrot stick or apple treat to the pugs. We raised $182 for Under My Wing Pug Rescue with our doggy treat basket raffle. We watched the pug parade and got lots of kisses and wags from our pug friends. Thanks to Under My Wing pug rescue for having us, we had a great day!
2011 Winterlude Triathlon – February 5th
Alta Vista impressed at the triathlon again this year, with 30 athletes and a number of cheerleaders! A special thanks to Mother Nature for providing us with such a beautiful day to run, skate and ski our hearts out. Great job, everyone!
Howl-o-ween Pugstock
Staff from the Alta Vista Animal Hospital will be attending Pugstock this year! Please stop by and say hello!
SUNDAY OCTOBER 31, 2010
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre (at Britannia Park)
Greenview Avenue Ottawa, ON
Raffles, Prizes, Professional Photographer onsite, Bakesale, Nail trimmer, Certified Dog Masseuse, Microchip Clinic, Gently Used Sale, Free Samples + DAWG-FM will be broadcasting live onsite during the event. All the proceeds will go to UNDER MY WING - Pug Rescue to save more pugs in need. Bring your friends, bring your pug(s), bring your family, bring anyone you know who love pugs and dogs because although this is a pug event, every well behaved dog is welcome.!!!! Mark your calendar !! If you have Gently Used Dog items you would like to donate for the Howl'O'Ween PUGSTOCK, please contact us. We can arrange for pick up.
Admission and parking are FREE.
About this event: 11:00 a.m. – Registration & Walk. Terrier races & fun games. $2.00 for a trial at basic agility. Prize draws. BBQ. Nail clips/grooming tips $5.oo. FREE behavioural consults with our special guest Cheryl Smith from "Forever Friends Dog Training". Photo contest WINNERS on display Dogs must be on leash owners responsible to poop-n-scoop (bags available)
Westie Walk and Fun Day
Benefiting: Westies in Need
About this event: 11:00 a.m. – Registration & Walk. Terrier races & fun games. $2.00 for a trial at basic agility. Prize draws. BBQ. Nail clips/grooming tips $5.oo. FREE behavioural consults with our special guest Cheryl Smith from "Forever Friends Dog Training". Photo contest WINNERS on display Dogs must be on leash owners responsible to poop-n-scoop (bags available)
Wiggle Waggle Walkathon
The Bayview and Alta Vista Animal Hospital’s "Hot Pistols" team enthusiastically participated again this year in the Wiggle Waggle Walkathon to raise money for the Ottawa Humane Society on Sunday, September 12. Our team raised more than $12,000, with more than 30 walkers making up our proud team.
3rd annual Alta Vista Winterlude Triathlon
This year, Alta Vista took part in the fun for the 3rd straight year. At 6:45am on Saturday February 6th, 24 hearty staff from the hospital (including veterinarians, technicians, receptionists, vet assistants and clinic owners) braved a freezing cold winter day on the canal. We entered 8 teams of 3 people, the largest showing of any business in Ottawa by far. Many other staff, family and friends came out to cheer us on.
The Wiggle Waggle Walkathon - Humane Society
Our Alta Vista and Bayview Animal Hospital teams raised over $15,000 in donations towards the $195,000 total raised at this year's Wiggle Waggle Walkathon. It was quite the event and the team was there in full spirits. We also participated with our very own FREE Doggy Photo Booth to snap a shot of the participants, guests and their pets.
The Parliament Hill Cats - Documentary and Vaccinations
A team from the Alta Vista Animal Hospital set their sights on vaccinating the Cats at Parliament Hill that live at the infamous cat sanctuary. This is a yearly effort led by Lara Jamieson and team. This year was also filmed by Bountiful Films who are creating a documentary on Cat Colonies around the world. The show will air in the spring on CBC with a small feature on Dr Lara Jamieson.
Upper Hunt Club Community Association - Fall Festival
We also attended the annual Upper Hunt Club Association Fall Festival. This activity was targeted to the children in the community who watched in amazement as our very own Natalie Charlebois and furry pal Caleb showed off their amazing talents and tricks. Dr Krista Gower was the judge for the Pet Costume contest which was an entertaining event! We are always seeking to get more involved in the Community. Should you have an idea or are a volunteer for a local community or charity, please email us and let's work together to create some more fun filled activities together.
