by Amherst | Oct 30, 2014 | Blog
This past Saturday, one of our favorite clients Mackenzie took part in the Vancouver Halloween Dog Parade and costume contest in Stanley Park. This event was also a fundraiser for Best Friends for Life, an organization that helps homeless pets in Vancouver. Kenzie...
by Amherst | Oct 28, 2014 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
People who have experienced a distressed animal at Halloween may be familiar with the panting, pacing, diarrhea, ripped nails and broken teeth that can accompany a pet’s panic attack. At this time of year, veterinary clinics see a spike in cases where dogs have got...
by Amherst | Oct 24, 2014 | Blog
Halloween is a favorite festive time for many, filled with candies and costumes. For our four legged friends however, it can be a dangerous and stressful time of year. Halloween presents an array of hazards, which can be easily avoided to ensure a safe and happy...
by Amherst | Oct 22, 2014 | Blog
Cats make great indoor pets for many reasons, but their fastidious bathroom habits are surely near the top of that list. When it comes to what kind of litter you should use, the possibilities seem endless. As litters are made from many different materials that boast a...
by Amherst | Oct 16, 2014 | Blog
Choosing an appropriate diet for your pet can be a challenge; walk into any pet store or vet clinic and you will see an array of diets all offering different choices. Not only are we faced with the decision between chicken or beef, raw or cooked, grain free, organic,...