by Amherst | Feb 17, 2016 | Blog
I have been a Bull Terrier lover all my life. I like their uniqueness, the fact that they are the only dog on the planet to have triangle-shaped eyes. I like their overabundant affection that is known to bowl you over without notice. I love their personality; the...
by Amherst | Feb 12, 2016 | Blog
Every pet that walks through the door at Amherst Veterinary Hospital is special to us in their own unique way as each pet brings with them their own personality. No doubt the puppies and kittens steal the attention when they visit our clinic. Who can resist a bum...
by Amherst | Jan 29, 2016 | Uncategorised
Senior pets are high on the list of hard to adopt animals for the very simple reason that most people want a puppy or kitten. And we get it; puppies and kittens are extremely adorable, fluffy and fun. BUT, so are senior pets! Many senior animals that are in shelters...
by Amherst | Jan 28, 2016 | Uncategorised
This regal looking fella is Flynn. We first met Flynn in 2005, when he was brought in for his initial check up after being rescued from a shelter. At this time it was estimated that he was about 6 or 7 years old. Currently, Flynn shares his home with Smudge, a 10 year...
by Amherst | Jan 22, 2016 | Blog, Pet Wellness
Our understanding and management of feline pain, both acute and chronic has changed markedly over the recent decade. One of the conditions that causes chronic pain in our cats is osteoarthritis (OA). It’s a disease that is given a lot of attention in our canine...
by Amherst | Jan 18, 2016 | Blog
This beautiful senior girl is Molly. If you can believe it, she is 17 years old! The average life span for a Black Lab is 12-13 years and Molly has definitely surpassed that. We first met Molly 6 years ago when she was a young 11 year old, already considered to be a...
by Amherst | Jan 15, 2016 | Blog
A Day in the Life of Pot Roast the Bull Terrier Amherst Veterinary Hospital has mentioned their patient, Pot Roast, in a few blogs now. As the owner of such a clown, comedian, companion and occasional terror, I’m often asked what he is like at home. I thought I’d...
by Amherst | Jan 8, 2016 | Uncategorised
This month at Amherst Veterinary Hospital we want to focus on senior pets. Senior pets are a special group of patients that are dear to our hearts, as many of them we first met when they were young, spry dogs or cats whom we have enjoyed getting to know over the...
by Amherst | Dec 29, 2015 | Blog, Seasonal Hazards
The Holiday season is well under way and if your household is similar to mine there are presents, wrapping, ribbons, chocolates and home baking all around the house. This is the time where our pets often take advantage of our distraction and try to enjoy some of the...
by Amherst | Dec 23, 2015 | Blog, Uncategorised
One of our lovely receptionists Jaime and a good friend of hers are hoping to make a difference this Holiday season. Both girls are from Ontario and are unable to make it home for Christmas this year. So, instead of exchanging gifts, the girls decided to raise money...
