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Promotion to support your local Agricultural Society/equine organization!
In an effort to support our equine communities throughout this COVID-19 Pandemic, Virden Animal Hospital will donate $25 to the Agricultural Society or equine organization of your choice when you have an equine dental procedure done by one of our vets either at the hospital or on farm.
We will continue this promotion for the next 100 dentals!
Call the hospital today to book your horses for a dental procedure at 204-748-3950.
CATTLE PRODUCERS - AFTER HOURS CALVING DISCOUNT FOR HERD HEALTH CLIENTS. SIGN UP OR PHONE 204-748-3950 FOR MORE INFORMATION
Welcome to Virden Animal Hospital
Virden Animal Hospital is a full-service mixed animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases (24-7 on call) as well as patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Our veterinarians have years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular animal care.
In 2020, we have added an additional method of contacting us through our partnership with the PetDesk App. You can request an appointment, order food and refill prescriptions. You also will receive electronic reminders for your animals and be able to view their current health information. All you need to sign up is your current name and e-mail information we have at the hospital. If you haven't yet given us your e-mail, give us a call today!
See below for appointment request and sign-up information.
Request your appointment today!
Meet the Staff
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Dr. Robbie McdougallDr. Robbie Mcdougall is a partner of Virden Animal Hospital. He began working at the Virden Animal Hospital at a young age alongside his father, Dr. Carlyle McDougall. He graduated from Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 1989.
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Dr. Roger RichardDr Roger Richard is a partner of Virden Animal Hospital. He was raised in a military family stationed throughout western Canada. His father retired after 25 years of service in 1974 to a mixed farm, in Crawford Park area, south of Riding Mountain National Park.
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Dr. Carla LoewenDr Carla Loewen is a partner of Virden Animal Hospital. She grew up on a dairy farm in southeastern Manitoba which instilled the love and care of animals at a very young age. -
Dr. Nadine WohlgemuthDr. Nadine Wohlgemuth is a partner of the Virden Animal Hospital. She grew up on a 175 head cow/calf farm south of Oak Lake, MB. She began helping her parents with all aspects of the beef farm at a very young age, learning many important skills that are put to use daily in her veterinary career. -
Dr. Joe KingDr. Joe King is a partner of Virden Animal Hospital. He was raised on an equine ranch near Lenore, MB with his two brothers, Scott and Charlie King. Joe’s parents, Doug and Deb King, taught their sons horsemanship and the value of hard work. -
Dr. Gita Gunson-KingDr. Gita Gunson is a partner of Virden Animal Hospital. Gita grew up near Stony Plain, AB and developed a passion for animals alongside her father who was a wildlife biologist. -
Dr. Lesley GoethalsDr. Lesley Goethals is an associate veterinarian at Virden Animal Hospital. Lesley grew up on a farm in Deloraine, MB and developed a love for animals at a very young age. -
Sherry WilsonSherry graduated from Kelsey Campus in Saskatoon in 1982. She started her vet tech career in Hamiota before coming to Virden on September 22, 1987. She lives on a farm, in Lenore, with husband, Jim and son, Wyatt. They run a small cow-calf operation and also have a herd of farm cats. Sherry has a great sense of humour and we are thankful that she has been a dedicated RAHT at Virden for about 30 years!
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Hilary GriffithHilary started working at VAH as an animal health technologist after her graduation from NAIT in Edmonton in 2007. She currently resides in Oak Lake with her husband, Kevin and son, Blake where they cattle and grain farm with Kevin's parents. They have a herd of furry kids including 6 cats, a dog, and her horse. Whether she's working on a small critter or a large animal, Hilary has great knowledge and experience in all areas of the practice. -
Cathy RouseCathy graduated from the Animal Health Technology Program at Lakeland College in 2009. She started her career as an RAHT in Saskatoon and Martensville prior to coming to Virden in 2012. Cathy lives in Moosomin with her boyfriend (Troy), her Great Dane (Trigger), cats (Poe, Tai, and Smudge) and her horse (Legs), Her interests include her 4 legged creatures, of course, and baking and gardening. Patients are in good hands with Cathy’s passion and dedication for quality care.
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Brandi MathesonBrandi has been at VAH since May 2012. She graduated from Lakeland College in Vermilion, Alberta in 2012. Brandi lives on a farm outside of Brandon with a variety of animals, including 4 horses, 3 cats and 2 dogs. Brandi has a special interest in equine health and small animal surgery. She is a skilled technician and a very friendly individual and has been a great addition to the Virden Animal Hospital team. -
Sherry GurrSherry is one of our friendly, knowledgeable receptionists. She joined our VAH team in August, 2005. She grew up on a mixed farm near Cromer. She now lives in Virden with Rob along with their rescue dog, Juice and other dog, Charlie. She loves spending time with her daughter, April and twin sons, Brady and Dillon. She is well known for her friendly nature and will always greet you with a smile.
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Nicole CarruthersNicole joined VAH in 2013 as one of our outgoing, helpful receptionists. Nicole shares her home in Virden with her significant other, Jamine, and their adorable rescue animals; Zero (the munchkin kitty), Dudley (the ferocious, diabetic Daschund) and Elvis (the handsome Basset Hound). Nicole always takes an interest in your animals and is quick to give helpful advice!
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Debra KainDebra joined VAH in November of 2018 in a newly created position as Practice Manager. She grew up on a dairy farm at Chater, Manitoba that later became a cow/calf operation. She graduated from Brandon University with a B.G.S. and a B.A.and later from Queen’s University where she attained her MBA.
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Office Hours
Monday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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Address
NE 20-10-26 HWY 83 South
Virden, Manitoba R0M 2C0, Canada
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