New Veterinarian

Chickie · 04-12-2008, 10:50 AM

I have heard that a new veterinarian will be setting up an office on Union Avenue in Laconia within the near future. I believe it will be near the junction of Messer Street. Does anyone have any more information about this?

SteveA · 04-13-2008, 07:58 AM

Dr. McDonald is a terrific vet. He was previously with the NH Humane Society.
He has been great, even made some "housecalls" for us. He came to the house to get all our cats up to date on shots. So much easier than hauling 7 cats to a vets office.

Pepper · 04-13-2008, 07:06 PM

When I first read the original post, my first thought was "Oh wouldn't it be great if Rob McDonald opened his own office here in Laconia."

Then on my way home from work I passed the sign and saw his name - I'm THRILLED!!!!! Dr. McDonald is a terrific vet, and a truly great guy, too!

This is great.

Chickie · 04-13-2008, 07:36 PM

I remember a Dr. MacDonald who was once associated with another animal hospital in the area. He was well liked and held in high regard. Is his office already open? If not, does anyone know when it will be?

A stray cat found her way to me over the winter and took shelter in my barn when the snow banks were 10 feet high. I started leaving food out for her and we eventually got acquainted over time. I knew we were trouble when the tomcats started coming out of the woodwork. As luck would have it and nature took its course, she is now very much pregnant and due to deliver any day. I will need a vet if she is to continue making her home here and it would be nice to have an alternative in the Laconia area.

Pepper · 04-13-2008, 08:16 PM

Chickie - this is the same Dr. McDonald you remember from that other local practice. I suspect lots of folks remember him as fondly as you and I, and his practice should be very busy!

I'll see if I can get any information regarding when he expects to open - there is some info on the letterboard sign out front. If I find out anything, I'll post back.

Chickie · 04-14-2008, 09:02 AM

I have one friend in particular who will be very pleased to hear this, as well. She really liked Dr. MacDonald and missed him after he left the other facility. At this point rabies shots and other medications have to be on hold due to the cat's pregnancy. I hope he will be open by the time the kittens enter the world, which shouldn't be too long if my calculations are correct.
Thanks

Paugus Bay Resident · 04-14-2008, 09:32 AM

Dr. McDonald takes care of our 4 "strays" as well. Great guy. Love those house calls.

SteveA · 04-15-2008, 07:30 AM

Here is the story!

Great Vet!

http://www.citizen.com/apps/pbcs.dll...530/-1/CITNEWS

04-12-2008, 10:50 AM	#1
Chickie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 371 Thanks: 0 Thanked 68 Times in 39 Posts	New Veterinarian I have heard that a new veterinarian will be setting up an office on Union Avenue in Laconia within the near future. I believe it will be near the junction of Messer Street. Does anyone have any more information about this?

04-13-2008, 07:58 AM	#2
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	New Vet Dr. McDonald is a terrific vet. He was previously with the NH Humane Society. He has been great, even made some "housecalls" for us. He came to the house to get all our cats up to date on shots. So much easier than hauling 7 cats to a vets office. __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown

04-13-2008, 07:06 PM	#3
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	When I first read the original post, my first thought was "Oh wouldn't it be great if Rob McDonald opened his own office here in Laconia." Then on my way home from work I passed the sign and saw his name - I'm THRILLED!!!!! Dr. McDonald is a terrific vet, and a truly great guy, too! This is great. __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

04-13-2008, 07:36 PM	#4
Chickie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 371 Thanks: 0 Thanked 68 Times in 39 Posts	Dr. MacDonald I remember a Dr. MacDonald who was once associated with another animal hospital in the area. He was well liked and held in high regard. Is his office already open? If not, does anyone know when it will be? A stray cat found her way to me over the winter and took shelter in my barn when the snow banks were 10 feet high. I started leaving food out for her and we eventually got acquainted over time. I knew we were trouble when the tomcats started coming out of the woodwork. As luck would have it and nature took its course, she is now very much pregnant and due to deliver any day. I will need a vet if she is to continue making her home here and it would be nice to have an alternative in the Laconia area.

04-13-2008, 08:16 PM	#5
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	Chickie - this is the same Dr. McDonald you remember from that other local practice. I suspect lots of folks remember him as fondly as you and I, and his practice should be very busy! I'll see if I can get any information regarding when he expects to open - there is some info on the letterboard sign out front. If I find out anything, I'll post back. __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

04-14-2008, 09:02 AM	#6
Chickie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 371 Thanks: 0 Thanked 68 Times in 39 Posts	Dr. M. I have one friend in particular who will be very pleased to hear this, as well. She really liked Dr. MacDonald and missed him after he left the other facility. At this point rabies shots and other medications have to be on hold due to the cat's pregnancy. I hope he will be open by the time the kittens enter the world, which shouldn't be too long if my calculations are correct. Thanks

04-14-2008, 09:32 AM	#7
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 135 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	Dr. McDonald takes care of our 4 "strays" as well. Great guy. Love those house calls.

04-15-2008, 07:30 AM	#8
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	From Today's Citizen Here is the story! Great Vet! http://www.citizen.com/apps/pbcs.dll...530/-1/CITNEWS __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown