by kelvin liu | Dec 27, 2022 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips, Toxicity, Wellness
Antifreeze: The chemical compound in antifreeze that is responsible for toxicity in pets is known as ethylene glycol, an odorless but sweet tasting liquid that is commonly used in most households, especially during the cold winter months. The most common way that pets...
by kelvin liu | Aug 29, 2022 | Behavioural, Cats, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips, Wellness
We have exciting news to share! Our clinic is officially certified and recognized as a fear free clinic – which also means that all of our staff are certified as well. We already strive to keep pets happy and minimally stressed upon their visits with us,...
by kelvin liu | 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 kelvin liu | 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 kelvin liu | Jul 2, 2021 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips, Vaccines, Wellness
A vaccine is a medical product that stimulates an animal’s immune system to produce antibodies (also known as immunity) to a specific disease, protecting the animal from that disease or lessening its severity if he/she were to ever be exposed to it during their...
by kelvin liu | Jun 1, 2021 | Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety, Pet Tips, Surgical, Vaccines
A vaccine is a medical product that stimulates an animal’s immune system to produce antibodies (also known as immunity) to a specific disease, protecting the animal from that disease or lessening it’s severity if he/she were to ever be exposed to it during their...
