by Close Vet Clinic | Jun 29, 2022 | Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips, Wellness
Heat stroke and thermal injuries are a common concern for dog owners in the warm summer months. Unlike humans, dogs do not have the ability to “sweat” to relieve heat through their skin. Instead, they release heat in the form of panting and can also relieve heat...
by Close Vet Clinic | Apr 30, 2022 | Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips
Heartworm infection can become a life threatening illness very quickly if not rapidly diagnosed and treated, it is arguably one of the most important parasites to protect dogs against. According to statistics, approximately 100 000 cases of heartworm are reported...
by Close Vet Clinic | Mar 29, 2022 | Cats, Dental, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Care, Pet Tips, Wellness
Ticks and fleas are a growing concern in Southern Ontario and for its residing animals. Ticks and fleas are both classified as ectoparasites, which means that they live outside of the body. They seek warmth within the fur of animals and feed on their blood. Owners...
by Close Vet Clinic | Jan 28, 2022 | Cats, Dental, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Nutrition, Pet Care, Pet Tips, Surgical, Wellness
Dental health in pets is just as important as it is in people. Poor dental health can result in a multitude of issues, which is why we offer free dental examinations all year round to all patients (including new ones)! Most people visit the dentist regularly and we...
by Close Vet Clinic | Dec 31, 2021 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Tips, Surgical, Wellness
As there are more and more pet owners around the country, pet health insurance is a frequently discussed topic in veterinary medicine with most people asking, is it really worth it? As most people know, before you decide to adopt a pet it is very important to consider...
by Close Vet Clinic | Nov 29, 2021 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Tips, Surgical, Wellness
Heart murmurs and heart arrhythmias are commonly confused for the same medical condition. In this article we would like to distinguish the difference between the two and discuss what they are in more detail. To start, some basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiac...
