24 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday September 20, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com BESTOFOAKVILLE Joshua Creek Animal Hospital offers the finest care in a sparkling new facility If you count a four-legged friend as a family member, you understand what it means to want the very best care for your pet. When illness strikes, or it's simply time for routine care, it is paramount to have a professional you can count on and trust. The veterinarians at Joshua Creek Animal Hospital understand the importance of caring for your pet, and have strived to offer the finest veterinary care to the Oakville community for nearly ten years. Joshua Creek Animal Hospital's owner, Dr. Dev, decided to make his home in Oakville in the late 90s and opened his first animal hospital, Fourth Line Animal Hospital. Fox Creek Animal Hospital followed in 2004. This year marks the launch of Dr. Dev's latest venture along with partner Dr. Sandha the new Joshua Creek Animal Hospital. "This clinic is all new. It's a new building, and it's been designed to be environmentally friendly, as well as user friendly. We wanted to make the clinic welcoming and open and decorate it in a way that makes it feel comfortable to our pet parents," says Dr. Dev. The clinic, near Dundas Street and Prince Michael Drive in the burgeoning Joshua Creek community, is located in a new building allowing for planned "green" use of the space. The office is constructed with materials that are recycled, and recyclable; the lighting is eco-friendly and all the paints and sealants used are low emission or non-toxic. The clinic even takes advantage of a heat recovery unit to not waste energy heating the space. "We placed windows on the interior walls throughout the clinic so the natural light from the front flows through all the treatment rooms. It's a long, narrow space so this was a great way to get natural light into the office." With contemporary, neutral décor and state of the art treatment rooms and equipment, this is a clinic to make any pet owner feel at ease. A surgical suite featuring the latest technology allows Joshua Creek Animal Hospital to offer laser surgery for spaying, neutering and feline declawing. An isolation room is available for treatment of animals that might be contagious, and large dog runs ensure larger canines are comfortable for their treatment. Dr. Dev and Dr. Sandha, along with a new associate also offer an on call service to patients. You can rest easy knowing you can always reach a vet directly by phone, even after hours. Award-winning, `About Signs' understands the importance of great signage Celebrating 18 years of success, Oakville has witnessed `About Signs develop into a 2008 Diamond Award Winning recipient. Having taken ownership in 2007, Teri Ergun has brought this reputable business to a new level. Understanding the significance of signage, Teri says, "Our company is a `one stop sign shopping centre', which means we do everything... and if we have not done it before we will research it and make it happen for you!" An effective sign is the most efficient way for a business to gain market share for their products and services. An important advertising tool, it takes an advanced design and creative team to keep up with ever-developing technology. Having kept on board About Signs' existing staff, Teri's talented and dedicated professionals can accommodate any size order. Whether illuminated exterior or interior signage, large format digital printing or vehicle graphics, they will create an application customized to your needs. An Oakville native, Teri was adamant that her entrepreneurial choice was to be located in the community she serves. "I love Oakville and though our goal is to reach into the Toronto to Niagara regional markets, Oakville will always come first." With a history of high-end customers including Tim Hortons and Dufferin Construction, `About Signs' was an established and exciting business opportunity. Signage, being a developing industry, Teri markets her company to create new business and keep continuing clientele current. "We work with all commercial, industrial and even residential clients - no job is too big or small.," says Teri. "From the original concept to custom artwork, to production and installation...start to finish we can create a whole new image for a company" In any given circumstance, it is the first impression that is the most important. Signage is a powerful tool as it is often remembered and associated without conscious thought. It is the niche that one needs to succeed above their competition. Signage is your signature, be it personal or professional...it should be chosen wisely. By reinforcing memory and extending recall, an effective on-premise sign is a critical component of visibility that communicates quickly and effectively. Should your goal be to be seen and remembered... ask `About Signs'. NOW OPEN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD VET Dr. Dev Dr. Sandha Thank You Oakville Tues. Tues. and Thurs. open until 9pm, Sat. 9am-2pm p AFTER HOUR EMERGENCY AVAILABLE Our Services Include... · Physical Exam · Surgery · Dentistry · Vaccination · X-rays · Pet Foods · Laser Surgery 2501 Prince Michael Drive, Oakville South off Dundas St. E. between Trafalgar & 9th Line Quality Service Price · Illuminated LED Signs · Large Format Printing · Window Graphics · 3-D Lettering & Signs · Vehicle Graphics · Graphic Design · A-Frames · Directional & Parking Signs · Banners · Trade Show Displays · Construction Signs · Awnings Your One Stop Sign Shopping Centre 905.257.6630 New Patients Welcome! 1200 Speers Road, Unit #23, Oakville 905.338.7446 w w w.about signs.ca