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Luna’s Weight Loss Journey
Luna is a beautiful black Lab mix. She’ll be four in November but you would never know that if you meet her; she’s a puppy at heart. The first time we met she was eight weeks old and ever since then, she’s been a part of the family.
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Why Does My Pet Need Annual Examinations?
Animals age faster than we do. One year for us is the equivalent of several for them, which is why yearly exams are so important.
Read MoreFecal Testing, Deworming and a Peace of Mind
Annual fecal testing is a great way to help ensure your pet is free of intestinal parasites. While routine deworming does reduce the chances that your pet has intestinal parasites, not all parasites are covered by these products. With more rescue animals coming into Canada, the number of zoonotic (transmittable to humans) intestinal infections such as Coccidia and […]
Read MoreLiving with a Cat with Allergies
When your cat has smelly stool, you get grossed out. When your cat has diarrhea, you get concerned. When your cat has bloody diarrhea, you get to the Vet and quick! This was the first 8 months of Bounty’s life with me: a gorgeous SPCA rescue that stole my heart 4 years ago. Getting to […]
Read MoreWhat Fur Means To Me
Wearing scrubs in public garners a certain respect from those whom see you. Wearing scrubs into work gains vet assistants looks of admiration; it is assumed we are some of the hardworking nurses that staff our human hospitals and clinics. Leaving work as a vet assistant, however, is another story. When I leave work, I […]
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