It’s been late in arriving but it is spring and spring means the parasites that seek out your dog are waking up and they’re hungry. Now is the time to test and protect your dog from the dangers of ticks and the diseases they carry.
If your feline friend seems a little bit heavier recently, you aren’t alone. We’ve got some guidelines on how to tell if your cat is fat, and what to do about it.
The incidence of rabies in Ontario has increased dramatically since 2015 with 283 cases reported.
Arthritis is a degeneration of the joints’ shock absorber, the cartilage. Up to 60% of our pets develop arthritis over their lifetimes.
We have written about Leptospirosis in the past, and promised to update you when new information became available. Leptospirosis is a very serious illness that can cause severe liver and kidney disease, and even death, in dogs.
Pets in good dental health live as much as two years longer as pets who don’t receive regular dental care
Please see our updated recommendations on Leptospirosis here: Leptospirosis is a very serious disease that can cause severe liver and kidney disease in dogs. In the worst cases it is fatal. The bacteria that causes the disease is spread in the urine of infected raccoons and skunks. It likes to live in stagnant water. With Toronto’s large…
It’s spring. The trees and flowers are blooming. Is your nose runny? Are your eyes itchy? You may notice that your pet is experiencing similar discomfort. It’s allergy season! Inhaled allergies, such as those caused by the proliferation of pollen in the spring can cause symptoms in both dogs and cats. Dogs Most dogs experience…
Dogs are very social beings. They greet one another with kisses, tussel and play. They are happy (usually) to share toys and water bowls. This is a lovely way to go through life but it can let certain diseases spread quickly through a group. Canine Papilloma Virus (warts) is one such disease. The virus spreads easily…
February is Pet Dental Month. Veterinarians promote dental health for their patients all year round but every February we get together and make an effort to bring oral care to the front of every pet owner’s mind. Dental disease is the number one medical issue affecting our cats and dogs. It often goes unnoticed until…
Imagine you couldn’t brush your teeth for a month or even a week. Now, have a look in your pet’s mouth. A high percentage of dogs and cats have some form of dental disease by the time they are two years old. Are your pet’s gums red? Is there brownish build up on the teeth?…
“Hot spots”, or moist pyoderma are a common problem for dogs in the summer, especially those that swim a lot or are prone to allergies. If you notice your dog chewing it’s skin and find a wet, matted area of fur that may be bloody or smell foul, your dog has a “hot spot”. Without…