Pets’ Corner Blog

Heartworm is a problem for many dogs and cats in Ontario during the warm summer months. The disease is spread by a bite from a mosquito carrying infected larvae, and it can be fatal to your pet if you don’t catch it early. According to the American Heartworm Society, pets exposed to i

If your furbaby is prone to developing gas, diarrhea or even vomiting whenever you feed her treats, she might be suffering from a dietary sensitivity, pet allergy or food intolerance. But don’t worry, have your veterinarian check her over and once you’ve determined what exactly causes

It’s that time of year again. Time to find the perfect gift for family and friends. Chances are, there’s at least one person you think might love a pet this year, but before you go out and get one, here are a few things you should consider. Do They Want a Pet? If the person you are co

Most dogs lick, but some do so far more than others. If you think your dog is a compulsive licker, it might be a sign that she is suffering from a medical condition, boredom, obsessive behaviour, vitamin or mineral deficiency or an allergy. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, to

One of the privileges we have as pet owners is the ability to spare them unnecessary suffering. Like most veterinarians, Dr. Issam Kadri hates euthanizing animals but will do it if the pet has reached its time. Here’s an account from one of our clients about her recent experience lett

Recently I saw a pet owner walking along one of the major roads with two large dogs at 5pm. The dogs were off-leash, yet they were walking perfectly to heel. As he approached the park, he signaled to them and they broke their position, running and playing happily on the park grass. Wh

When your cat starts to get on in years, you might find he or she starts to develop cysts in odd places. While these type of tumours are common, it’s difficult to tell whether the cyst is benign or malignant just by looking at it. It’s best to get a biopsy done by your veterinarian to

There are occasions when it’s necessary to leave your pets in the care of someone else, however distasteful you might find the idea. Vacations, business trips, family emergencies – all these call for having an alternative arrangement for your pets. If you aren’t terribly keen on leavi

Your pet can suffer from environmental allergies just as you do. Both cats and dogs can experience allergic reactions that are almost as severe as those of their owners, and they can become life-threatening. There are two types of environmental allergies, which are also known as atopi

With summer in our future (sometime!) and lots of exciting vacation activities being planning, you’re no doubt working to trim off some of the winter weight yourself. If your pet has gained weight during the cold season it’s a good idea to start shedding the pounds there too. Getting