We Care for Your Pets at Our Animal Hospital in Toronto
Kato Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital in Toronto, Ontario. From preventative care to diagnosis and treatment to end of life problems, we try to be part of your pet’s well-being and care. We aim to exercise the highest quality of veterinary medicine for the patient. When your pet requires health care, you expect your veterinarian to treat your pet kindly and keep you informed on necessary procedures and prescriptions. At Kato Animal Hospital, we believe that all animals and pets need to be handled with love and care during every check-up, procedure, or surgery. If you are looking for an animal hospital in Toronto, you can count on us.
At Kato Animal Hospital, we provide a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, surgery, X-rays and more. If an emergency arises during the operation, we react quickly to provide the best service possible. After-hours emergencies are referred to an emergency clinic.
You can trust our 40+ years of expertise in providing reliable veterinary services. From a regular examination of your pets to preventive veterinary care, we do it all. When visiting us for pet care, you can rest assured with our safe and effective approach to treatment. You don’t have to worry about the safety or health of your pet, as they are safe in our experienced hands.
We assure you that when you bring your cat or dog to our animal hospital in Toronto, our trained and knowledgeable staff will provide warm and compassionate care.
Who Are We?
In 1982, Dr. Christine Kato founded the Kato Animal Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. Since that time, she has helped hundreds of pets (and their owners) stay in good shape.
Most of our staff have been with us for over a decade, and as a result, we've been able to build long-term relationships with most of our clients.
We encourage our staff to polish their skills through continuing education and frequent meetings. And if we can't perform a specific service for you or your pet, we'll refer you to our laboratory partner Antech, for a consultation.
Our Mission
At Kato Animal Hospital, we believe in serving your pets in the best possible way. Our mission is to offer the highest standards of practice so that your furry friend feels safe and comfortable. Our team at Kato Animal Hospital are pet owners and completely understand the value a pet brings to your life!
We work using an individualized approach to meet the diverse yet specific requirements your pet might have. You can rely on our animal hospital for your pet’s preventive care along with other comprehensive pet care services. Whether you are looking to get your four-legged friend’s x-ray done or annual vaccinations, feel free to contact us.
Services Offered at Our Animal Hospital in Toronto
Kato Animal Hospital offers comprehensive veterinary services for your pets. You can rely on our professional vets for routine wellness exams and more:
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Digital x-rays: Our in-house x-ray facility is equipped to diagnose your pet’s health. We only use advanced imaging equipment to produce clear images.
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Surgeries: Our experienced team of professionals can perform both elective and non-elective surgical procedures. We can perform anesthetics along with other health monitoring procedures.
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Dentistry services: We offer dental cleaning and assessment for tooth extraction at our facility. Your pet’s good oral hygiene is our priority.
We are equipped to take care of your furry friend, irrespective of its breed. You can also rely on us for offering emergency care services, as we are concerned about your pet’s well-being.
You can trust us with your pet’s vaccination, prescribed foods, blood testings and neutering services. Whether you own a cat, Kato Animal Hospital is there to help! Schedule a visit today!
Why Choose Our Animal Hospital?
At Kato Animal Hospital in Toronto, ON, we understand the importance of keeping up with the times. To accommodate changes in technology, we expanded our building in the 1990s and purchased new digital X-ray equipment in 2007, which was upgraded in 2012. In 2015, we upgraded to digital dental x-rays, and we look forward to using new software that will make it easier to provide you with internet referrals.
In addition to first-rate pet care, we provide you with a comfortable clinic, which is kid-friendly and has a calm environment. Your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting his or her veterinarian in our animal hospital in Toronto.
We offer top-notch preventative health management and are always prepared to help you and your pet.
The team at Kato Animal Hospital is grateful to you for choosing us as your pet’s health care provider. We appreciate the role we get to play in your loved one’s care. We want to work with you to make veterinary care more comfortable for you and your pets. Our animal hospital will try to accommodate your request to the best of our capability. Please don’t delay and contact us today. We’d be happy to speak with you.
Meet the Team at our Animal Hospital in Toronto
The staff at Kato Animal Hospital in Toronto consists of one full-time veterinarian and one part-time veterinarian, one full- and two part-time receptionists, one full- and one part-time registered veterinary technician and three part-time veterinary assistants.
Our dedicated staff members include:
Owner Dr. Christine Kato and Prince, Her German Shepherd
Degrees: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ontario Veterinary College - Guelph & Bachelor of Science from University of Toronto
Memberships: Canadian Veterinary Organization, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, British Columbia Veterinary Medical Association, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, Toronto Academy of Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Information Network
Dr Melissa White, Veterinarian
​Dr White started her career in Toronto as an associate veterinarian in 2011. Dentistry and soft tissue surgery have always been her passion so in early 2020 she decided to make a change and began working at various clinics helping them with their surgical cases. One of those clinics was Kato Animal Hospital where you can still find her today. In her spare time Dr. White enjoys traveling, yoga, spin, hiking, reading and spending time with her orange tabby Oliver and terrier mix Lucy.
Lezley, RVT
Lezley is a Registered Veterinary Technician, and has been locuming at Kato Animal Hospital for 5 years. She studied at St. Lawrence College in Kingston, Ontario. She worked in a busy ER for a year, then went to regular practice. Her interests are Trap- Neuter-Return programs and rehabilitation. Lezley enjoys living in the Beaches with her cat, Monkey and two budgies, Little Bird and Skye.
Sirkka, Client and animal care
Sirkka joined the Kato Team in May 2022. She is a big animal lover and comes with over 15 years of experience in the veterinary industry. She spends her free time with her husband and son, and currently has 4 fur babies (3 cats & a dog).
Brittany, Client Care
Brittany has been with Kato Animal Hospital since July 2024, she has 4 years of experience in the animal industry. Her and her boyfriend enjoy taking her 3 year old dog Theo to dog parks on her free time.
Neve, Client and Animal Care
Neve has over 2 years experience as a vet assistant and client care . He has a BSc in animal Physiology and currently studying for IT and Front End Development . His hobbies are archery, hiking, movies , making music and playing video games.
Sherri, Client and Animal Care
Sherri has 4 years experience in the animal care and client care work and has been part-time here for 2 years. She enjoys assisting with appointments, talking to peoples and meeting new furry friends, Her hobbies include hiking, camping , reading and calligraphy.
Nihkee, Registered Veterinary Technician
Nihkee has several years experience working in veterinary clinics and also emergency and referral clinics. Her interests are travel and animal rescue work.
Julie, Receptionist/RVT Animal Care Attendant
Experience: Has been assisting for over 10 years
Pets at Home: A cat and Autralian Cattle Dog Mix
Things to Consider If You Are a New Pet Owner in Toronto
Are you a new pet owner in Toronto? First, we would like to congratulate you on becoming a first-time pet owner! We can understand the excitement of bringing a new pet home and the various responsibilities that come with it. You can go through our list of things you can consider as a first-time owner:
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Book your pet’s first veterinary appointment for an examination.
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Ensure that your pet is vaccinated as per their schedule.
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Don’t forget to get deworming done as a part of a preventive health routine.
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Always take into consideration your pet’s diet to fulfil their nutritional needs.
Too learn more about how to take care of your furry friend, please visit our blog.
Top-notch Pet Care Services in Toronto
If you are looking for a quality animal hospital in Toronto for your pets, then get in touch with us today!
