Our Recent Clinics
Please check out our past clinics and recent clinics to see what we have been up to. This is where we share some of our clinic details and photos for you to enjoy
Fort Hope
June 3rd -4th 2024
Vaccination and Wellness Clinic
On June 3rd and 4th, 2024 a small veterinary team supporting Cat Lake Friends of Animush travelled North to Fort Hope. Flying into the remote Northern community of Eabametoong First Nations, a vaccine and wellness clinic was held for the animals. With in these remote Northern communities, veterinary care is limited, which often results in an overpopulation of dogs, with many who are free roaming. With funding provided from Pet Smart Charities, one veterinarian and two RVT’s were able to provide care for 84 pets, including both dogs and cats over 2 days. The animals received wellness exams, parasite prevention and immunizations. A listening circle was conducted during our time in the North, where individuals from the community were able to come and share their thoughts and guidance towards the development of a dog management plan. These shared visions will be put in motion to help develop the future dog management program, with goals to help promote the health and safely for pets and people in these remote First Nation communities. Please stay tuned for more upcoming projects that we have happening in these remote Northern communities!
Round Lake in August 2025
Participating in the remote spay/neuter and wellness clinic in Round Lake was an incredibly meaningful experience. I had the opportunity to work alongside a passionate veterinary team providing essential care to animals in the community, from wellness checks to surgeries. Beyond the hands-on skills I gained, what stood out most was the sense of connection and collaboration within the team as we worked together to make an impact. I was able to help care for so many animals and have fun while doing it. This experience deepened my understanding of accessible veterinary care and highlighted how important and transformative outreach programs like this can be. I encourage anyone with a passion for animal health and community service to get involved—it truly makes a difference.
Wegamow (Round Lake Clinic 2026
“This summer was my fourth year as a volunteer layperson at a Cat Lake Friends of Animush spay and neuter clinic.
Something apparent at every clinic I’ve been to is the love that people have for their pets. These clinics are important because access to veterinary care can be challenging in northern communities, especially in remote areas like Weagamow and Cat Lake that can primarily be travelled to only by small plane. Providing accessible services, like spay/neuter and vaccinations, helps support community members in caring for their animals and contributes to the overall health and wellbeing of northern communities themselves. It can reduce the burden of unwanted animal populations and the difficult decisions that communities may otherwise have to make, while also easing the stress of not being able to access needed care for a pet.
I also believe that there is a connection between access to essential services and reconciliation. Having access to vet care shouldn’t depend on where you live, and helping to address gaps in access to veterinary care feels like a small yet practical way to contribute to greater equity.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute, alongside the volunteer vet professionals, to this important work, and also grateful to the donors and organizations whose support makes these clinics possible.”
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Danielle C.
