Morris Veterinary Hospital Announces Ownership Transition to Dr. Matt Bates

Morris Veterinary Hospital is pleased to announce a transition in ownership effective January 5, 2026. Founded in 2003 by Dr. Claude Morris, the practice has served as a respected veterinary hospital for over twenty-two years. The hospital has now been acquired by Dr. Matt Bates, ensuring it remains family-owned and operated, with the same personal and compassionate care clients are accustomed to.

Dr. Bates has been part of the Morris Veterinary Hospital team since graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2020. “I am proud to continue the legacy that Morris Veterinary Hospital is known for,” said Dr. Bates. “This transition represents continuity, not change. Clients can expect the same team, the same approach, and the same commitment to patient care that Morris Veterinary Hospital has always delivered.”

“I will continue to remain an active part of the practice,” said Dr. Morris. “The community is fortunate that the practice is being passed to a private owner who was raised and lives locally. Dr. Bates understands the community, our clients, and the patients we serve. I am confident he will continue to maintain and improve the practice, and I look forward to remaining part of the team.”

Dr. Morris and Dr. Bates extend sincere thanks to their clients and the community for their continued trust and support, and they look forward to many more years of dedicated service.