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Why Join Us

Champlain Animal Hospital is a full service animal care hospital within walking distance of Trent University on the Lakefield Highway in Peterborough, ON. We have been caring for companion animals and wildlife in the Kawarthas for over 40 years. Our hospital has an excellent reputation for compassion and trustworthiness with our clients. In our modern facility, we offer flexible hours, a free off-leash dog play area and wheelchair accessibility.

Located in Central Ontario, Peterborough is surrounded by calming natural landscapes such as the Otonabee River and the Kawartha Lakes. Our city has been dubbed as the Gateway to Cottage Country and we have experienced commercial growth in recent years, especially with the construction of the Highway 407 extension. Its affordable housing, arts and cultural offerings and recreational activities make Peterborough a desirable place to live for people in all walks of life!

How to Join Us

For Veterinarian, Vet Student programs, and Veterinary Technician/Technologist opportunities, click the link below:

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For all other positions at our hospital (Client Care Representative/Receptionist, Animal Care Assistant, Kennel Attendant, Vet Assistant/Tech Assistant), email your resume to careers@cahpet.ca.

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4DX Testing: A Quick and Powerful Screening Tool for the Health of Your Dog

The 4DX test is a quick blood test that screens for four diseases which affect our dogs: Heartworm, Lyme, Anaplasma and Ehrlichia. Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and is becoming more prevalent as the climate warms and more dogs (unknowingly infected) are brought into the province from other areas where mosquito borne diseases are widespread. In a few discrete areas within southern Ontario, such as Peterborough County, the prevalence of infection in dogs not on a heartworm preventive can be as high as 5% to 10%.* Local wildlife such as foxes, coyotes and wolves may be infected and be able to spread the disease to our dogs through the mosquito.

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