Keep Your Pet Safe
Our pets are always there for us through good times and bad, they make us laugh, give us warm cozy cuddles, and give us unlimited emotional support when we’re sad. So here are a few hidden dangers we...
View ArticleProof That Dogs Are Empathetic
Did you ever notice that when you’re sad, your dog sticks closer to you? Or if you’re stressed out your dog exhibits odd or even obsessive behaviour? This is not a coincidence. Dogs are very in tune...
View ArticleFeline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions (FORLs)
FORLs are one of the most common dental problems reported in felines. For reasons not yet determined – up to 75% of cats over the age of 4 may be affected other might not be affected at all. These...
View ArticleThe Importance of Crate Training
As an owner of two very anxious dogs, I could talk for days about the many benefits of crate training your dog properly. I think by far the most important reason (for you and your pet’s relationship,...
View ArticleWelcoming Walter
I always knew I wanted to add a furry best friend into my life but never knew when the right time was. In February I decided to email the breeder in hopes they were planning to have puppies, lucky for...
View ArticleHow to Keep Your Pet Cool This Summer!
Here are some tips and tricks to help keep your pet cool this summer! Exercise – With this hot weather, the best time to walk your animals is during the early morning and the evening. The afternoon is...
View ArticleSaying Goodbye to Mei, and Knowing I Made the Right Choice
Twelve and a half years ago a bouncy, ridiculously friendly Golden Retriever bounded into my life. She was my first dog, and I know I made my fair share of mistakes over her lifetime, but she never...
View ArticleAre You Sitting on the Fence About Pet Insurance?
Having a new pet in the family can be an exciting time. There are certain expenses that we expect to pay as pet owners, like food, toys, obedience classes, grooming and apparel. Often pet owners don’t...
View ArticleTick Trouble
Ticks are all the rage this season, with many reports saying ticks are coming back with a bang. In previous years, about 50% of Nova Scotia was at high risk for Lyme disease; this year’s estimate is...
View ArticleHow to Safely Remove Ticks from Your Dog or Cat
Ticks are an epidemic in Nova Scotia, Canada. The numbers are on the rise, making the risk of tick bites an unfortunate part of spending time outdoors. Ticks are small, but they can carry very serious...
View ArticleClinic Closure for Team Training: August 12-16, 2024
Our clinic will be closed next week from Monday, August 12th to Friday, August 16th for team training. During this time, we will not be available for appointments or in-clinic services. However, we...
View Article