Morris Veterinary Hospital

The People Behind the Care

Meet Dr. Claude Morris, Veterinarian & Founder.

Dr. Claude Morris founded Morris Veterinary Hospital in 2003 and has spent more than two decades caring for pets and families throughout the Kawartha Lakes community. Today, he continues to be an important part of the team and the care we provide.

With a PhD in Zoology from Cambridge University and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Prince Edward Island, Dr. Morris brings a unique combination of academic knowledge and practical veterinary experience. He is the hospital’s primary dental surgeon, with additional training in veterinary forensics and point-of-care ultrasound.

With more than two decades of experience, Claude brings extensive knowledge and a broad range of expertise to the care of every patient.
Get to know the veterinarian who started it all.

Read Dr. Morris’ full bio → www.morrisvethospital.ca/our-team

World Rabies Day | September 28 🐾

Protecting your pet helps protect your family.

Rabies can affect animals and people, and exposure can happen unexpectedly.

The good news? Vaccination can help prevent it.

Take a moment today to check your pet’s rabies vaccination status.

Not sure if they’re up to date? We’re happy to help.

Read our blog → https://bit.ly/4dssuOH

The People Behind the Care

Behind every pet’s visit is a team of people who genuinely care about the animals and families we serve. Over the coming weeks, we’re introducing you to the people behind Morris Veterinary Hospital, starting with the person leading the team, Dr. Matt Bates, Owner & Veterinarian.

Having grown up in the Kawartha Lakes, Dr. Matt Bates has built his career around caring for animals and serving the community he has always called home. Today, as the owner of Morris Veterinary Hospital, he is proud to continue operating the clinic as a privately owned and operated veterinary hospital.

Dr. Bates is the hospital’s primary soft tissue surgeon, bringing advanced surgical and anesthesia expertise to the clinic. His additional clinical training includes an ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance Externship and a four-month anesthesia placement at the Ontario Veterinary College.

From complex surgical care to everyday veterinary medicine, Dr. Bates brings a combination of specialized training, hands-on experience and a genuine connection to the community to every patient he cares for.

Get to know the veterinarians behind Morris Veterinary Hospital.

Read Dr. Bates’ full bio → www.morrisvethospital.ca/our-team

Long Weekend Hours Reminder 🐾

As you get ready to enjoy the Civic Holiday long weekend, we'd like to remind our clients that we will be closed on Monday, August 3.

If your pet needs a prescription refill or you're running low on food, please stop by before the holiday weekend to ensure you have everything you need. We will reopen and resume our regular business hours on Tuesday, August 4.

Wishing you, your family, and your pets a safe, happy, and relaxing long weekend!

We’d love to hear your Morris Veterinary Hospital story! 🐾

We are collecting testimonials from our clients, breeders, rescue organizations, and community partners to share on our website and marketing materials.

We invite you to share your experience by completing our testimonial form below. To share your story with us, please use the form rather than commenting on this post so we can collect your feedback in one place.

The relationships we build with pets and their families are at the heart of everything we do. Your experience helps us celebrate the care our team provides and helps other families feel confident choosing Morris Veterinary Hospital for their pets.

Sharing your story takes just 1–2 minutes. If a member of our veterinary team has made a meaningful impact on your experience, we’d love for you to mention them by name.

Thank you for trusting us with the pets who mean so much to you. We’re grateful to be part of your pet’s journey. 💙

Share your testimonial here: https://forms.gle/UFyv1iHhK73kDzLp8

📢 Exciting System Updates Are Coming! 💙🐾

We're making an exciting upgrade to better serve you and your pets!

As part of our transition to a new practice management system, our hospital will be closed on Monday, July 13 while our team completes the final transfer of patient records and ensures everything is ready for a smooth launch.

What this means for you:

🐾 Our office will be closed on Monday, July 13.
🐾 We will reopen with our regular business hours on Tuesday, July 14.
🐾 Appointment reminders will become even more convenient! Instead of receiving reminder postcards in the mail, you'll receive reminders by text message or email.

To make sure you don't miss any important appointment reminders, please take a moment to confirm that we have your current email address and mobile phone number on file.

We appreciate your patience as we make this transition. Moving to a new practice management system will allow us to communicate with you more efficiently, improve access to your pet's medical records, and continue providing the highest level of care for you and your furry family members.

Thank you for your understanding and support, we can't wait to share these improvements with you!

🇨🇦 As a reminder, our veterinary hospital will be closed tomorrow (July 1) in celebration of Canada Day.

If your pet has a medical emergency while we are closed, please contact your nearest emergency veterinary hospital.

As you celebrate, please keep your furry family members safe and comfortable:

🐾 Ensure fresh, cool water and shaded areas are always available.
🐾 Plan walks for early morning or later in the evening when temperatures are lower.
🐾 Never leave pets unattended in a parked vehicle.
🐾 Fireworks can be stressful. Please keep pets indoors in a quiet, secure space with windows closed and background noise to help mask sounds.
🐾 Confirm collars fit properly and that ID tags and microchip information are current.

Wishing you a safe and enjoyable Canada Day!