Where compassionate care flows.
Growing alongside the community and their pets since 2001. Women-owned and operated by Dr. Leah Montgomery.
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WELCOME TO RIVERWOOD
Growing alongside the community and their pets: dogs, cats, and exotics.
Care at every stage of your pet's life.
From routine wellness exams to emergency care, advanced diagnostics, and end-of-life support, our team is here for every chapter of your pet’s life.
Wellness & Preventative Care
Comprehensive exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, and behaviour support to keep your companion thriving.
Surgery & Dental Care
Spay and neuter, oral health, mass removal, eye surgeries, and more, with a pre-surgical exam for every patient.
Sick & Emergency Care
Same-day appointments for urgent needs, and trusted 24-hour referral partners when we’re closed.
Senior & Geriatric Care
Tailored wellness, mobility support, and comfort plans for pets in their later years.
Reactive & Fearful Patient Care
Low-stress handling and individualized approaches for pets who find vet visits challenging.
Exotics Care
Specialized care for rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hedgehogs, chinchillas, hamsters, and rats.
End of Life Care
Compassionate guidance, comfort care, and support during your pet’s final stage of life.
In-House Diagnostics
Bloodwork, urinalysis, radiographs, ultrasound, endoscopy, and cancer screening, all on-site.
Multimodal Pain Management
Acupuncture, chiropractic, PRP injections, and therapeutic laser therapy, healing beyond medication.
OUR STORY
Rooted in care, growing with you
What began in 2001 as Shaughnessy Veterinary Hospital under Dr. Leah Montgomery grew, in 2016, into the Tri-Cities’ first cat-only clinic. By 2020, both joined forces as Riverwood, a purpose-built space with thoughtfully designed separate areas for cats, dogs, and exotics.
We’re privately owned, deeply local, and built on the belief that your pet’s care should feel as personal as family.
- 20+
- Years of experience
- 300+
- 5-star Google reviews
Loved by 300+ five-star reviews
“We recently transferred to Riverwood with our two dogs after our longtime vet retired: we weren’t sure what to expect. How lucky we are to have found them. On a recent emergency visit during the holidays, I arrived disheveled with my dog who’d gotten into Christmas chocolate, plus my two toddlers still in pyjamas. They saw us immediately and treated us with such kindness. Their pricing is fair and transparent: I truly cannot recommend this clinic enough.”
“We recently transferred to Riverwood with our two dogs after our longtime vet retired: we weren’t sure what to expect. How lucky we are to have found them. On a recent emergency visit during the holidays, I arrived disheveled with my dog who’d gotten into Christmas chocolate, plus my two toddlers still in pyjamas. They saw us immediately and treated us with such kindness. Their pricing is fair and transparent: I truly cannot recommend this clinic enough.”
“Dr. Amanda is EPIC handling our current anxious foster kitty. These people are cheerful, quick, helpful, and lovely!”
“Dr. Chantal showed professionalism, empathy, and was great with my dog Duke. Duke is extremely anxious around new people, and the team knew exactly how to deal with him. They’ve treated my senior dog with the best possible care and quality of life. Thank you so much to the wonderful staff.”
“My cat passed away suddenly, when I found her I rushed over to Riverwood. They were closing in an hour but didn’t hesitate to take her in and examine her quickly. They were communicative and sensitive throughout. Thank you, Riverwood team.”
“We recently switched to Riverwood and couldn’t be happier. After a clinic that seemed dismissive of my concerns, a friend recommended a second opinion here. Dr. Leah identified my poor fluff’s dental disease within 30 seconds of seeing her and had her in for surgery the next day. Since then she’s been thriving. Dr. Leah is amazing, the rest of the team is so kind and supportive.”
Your pet deserves thoughtful care
Same-day appointments available for urgent needs. We're just a call away.