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Caring for Pets for More Than 90 Years.



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Whatcom Veterinary Hospital has a reputation for exceptional care in Ferndale. We're celebrated for our individualized care and lasting bonds with clients, ensuring your pet is treated with compassion and respect.

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Dr. Johnson, a Washington native with a DVM from Washington State University, specializes in internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and dental care, and enjoys horses, running, sewing, and family time with her husband, son, dogs, and horses.

Dr. Jen Johnson

Veterinarian

Dr. Gurdeep Singh Pannu, a veterinarian with international and North American experience, specializes in soft tissue surgery and ultrasound, and enjoys swimming, hiking, soccer, and ice skating.

Dr. Gurdeep Pannu

Dr. Donaldson, a 1998 CSU veterinary graduate, is Fear Free certified and experienced with dogs, cats, and exotics; she enjoys hiking, running, baking, and family time in the Pacific Northwest.

Dr. Lisa Donaldson

A devoted pet owner to three rescue Chihuahuas and two cats, who creatively combines her love for gardening and succulents by making concrete planters, while also enjoying reading and learning to play the piano.

Treatment Team Lead

With a lifelong passion for animals, she has progressed from shelter work to veterinary medicine, now thriving as a practice manager since 2019 and loving every moment with her team and patients.

Kate

Practice Manager

She enjoys nursing care and teaching, shares her life with a ball python named Matilda, and loves four-wheeling and hiking in the PNW with her husband.

Kati

Veterinary Technician

Kristie raises and shows Lamancha dairy goats and enjoys running, hiking, and biking.

Kristie

A recent graduate of Bellingham Technical College, she loves caring for animals and enjoys hiking with her dog Jasper and riding her horse Levi.

Mikayla

A seasoned professional who has worked in the animal care field since age 17, with a special affinity for the King Charles Cavalier dog breed.

Jennifer

Veterinary Assistant

A lifelong animal lover and Border Collie enthusiast with experience as a groomer and kennel attendant, who spends her free time painting and caring for local wildlife.

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Dogs

Struggling with behavior issues? We help you understand and improve your pet's habits and routines.


Behavioral Counseling

Convenient on-site pharmacy with quality medications, preventatives, and prescription diets, plus expert guidance to ensure your pet gets the right treatment quickly.


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Keep your pet healthy with routine wellness exams, early detection, and personalized care plans.

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Wellness & Exams

Protect your pet from preventable diseases with customized vaccine schedules for every life stage.

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Not feeling like themselves? We're here to diagnose, treat, and help your pet feel better fast.

Illness/ Injury & Sick

Advanced diagnostics like bloodwork, X-rays, and ultrasound help us catch issues early and treat fast.

Diagnostics & Imaging

Spaying or neutering helps prevent health issues, unwanted litters, and certain behavior challenges.


Spay & Neuter

Protect your pet from fleas, ticks, heartworms, and more with year-round parasite prevention plans.


Parasite Prevention

Treat and prevent internal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms with trusted care.


Deworming

Deworming & Parasite Control

From routine to advanced procedures, your pet is in skilled, compassionate hands every step of the way.


Pet Surgery

When it's time to say goodbye, we offer gentle, compassionate end-of-life care and support. 

End-of-Life & Euthanasia

Get expert guidance on your pet's nutrition, weight, and feeding to support lifelong wellness.


Nutrition & Diet Counseling

When every second counts, our team is ready to treat injuries, illness, or sudden changes in behavior.

Urgent Care

We offer advanced surgical care using skilled techniques, modern equipment, and compassionate support.


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