Kingston's Boutique Veterinary Sanctuary

Gentle medicine for the companions who mean the world to you.

We’ve reimagined the veterinary experience. From low-stress, fear-free exams to comprehensive surgical care, we provide an unhurried, calming sanctuary where your pets feel safe, heard, and cherished.

Explore Our Services

🌿 Fear-Free Certified Protocols

⭐ 4.9 / 5 Client Rating in Kingston

🐾 Dogs, Cats & Pocket Companions

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Unhurried 30-Minute Exams

Time to listen, comfort, and diagnose without rush.

The Lakeshore Difference

Designed around comfort, calm, and connection.

Veterinary visits shouldn't be stressful for you or your furry family. Our clinic was intentionally built from the ground up to reduce sensory stress and promote healing.

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Fear-Free Environment

Pheromone diffusers, quiet examination suites, non-slip textured surfaces, and positive-reinforcement treats ensure visits are stress-free.

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Cutting-Edge Medicine

Digital radiography, state-of-the-art in-house lab suites, dental imaging, and surgical suites equipped for precision and rapid diagnosis.

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Collaborative Care

We partner with you as co-guardians of your pet’s health. We explain every treatment plan transparently with zero judgment or pressure.

Comprehensive Services

Holistic wellness for every stage of life.

From puppy and kitten wellness packages to senior palliative comfort, our clinicians provide attentive, personalized medicine.

Veterinarian performing gentle wellness check on golden retriever

01. Routine & Preventative

Wellness Examinations & Preventative Care

Proactive wellness is the cornerstone of a long, happy life. Our comprehensive nose-to-tail exams include tailored vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, nutritional counseling, and microchipping.

Annual & Semi-Annual Physical Health Checks
Core & Lifestyle-Specific Vaccinations
Puppy & Kitten Development Milestones

02. Advanced Medicine

Diagnostics, Imaging & Surgery

When illness strikes, timing and precision matter. With digital X-rays and rapid on-site bloodwork panels, we quickly diagnose underlying conditions and perform soft tissue surgery with continuous multi-parameter monitoring.

Digital Radiography & Ultrasound Diagnostics
Spay, Neuter & Soft-Tissue Surgical Procedures
In-House Blood Chemistry & Urinalysis within minutes

Veterinarian performing modern medical procedure

03. Dental & Hygiene

Dental Care & Therapeutic Grooming

Dental hygiene prevents systemic heart and kidney disease. We offer ultrasonic scaling, polishing, and restorative dental surgery alongside calming therapeutic bathing for dermatological comfort.

Ultrasonic Dental Scaling & Digital Oral X-Rays
Therapeutic Medicated Baths & Skin Allergy Support
Gentle Claw & Ear Care with zero stress

Meet Our Caregivers

Dedicated clinicians who treat your pets like family.

Our team combines decades of clinical veterinary expertise with genuine warmth, gentle handling, and continuous education in modern veterinary medicine.

Dr. Sarah Saxton

DVM / Medical Director

15+ Years Clinical Experience

Dr. Saxton graduated with honors from the Ontario Veterinary College. She specializes in feline internal medicine, geriatric comfort protocols, and soft-tissue surgery.

Dr. Hillary Esdon

DVM / Associate Vet

Advanced Ultrasound & Dentistry

Dr. Esdon brings a passion for preventative dentistry, dermatology, and low-stress canine wellness. She is certified in Fear-Free clinical examination techniques.

Katie McDonald

RVT / Head Technician

Anesthesia & Pain Management

Katie oversees our surgical anesthesia and in-hospital recovery wards, ensuring every patient wakes up warm, pain-free, and thoroughly monitored.

Tina Holland

Practice Coordinator

Client Concierge & Triage

Tina greets every patient with a smile and gentle treat. She manages scheduling, pharmacy refills, and ensures prompt communication for anxious pet parents.

Emily Spencer

Veterinary Assistant

Comfort & Low-Stress Handling

Emily assists during clinical treatments and specialized grooming, dedicating extra time to comfort nervous dogs and keep cats at ease in private exam rooms.

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Looking for a veterinary home you can trust?

We welcome new patients across Kingston and Frontenac County. Experience the gentle difference at Lakeshore Animal Hospital.