Parasite Awareness at Amherst Veterinary Hospital

Parasite Awareness at Amherst Veterinary Hospital

Spring is finally here! The sun is shining, the cherry trees are blooming, and the eggs are waiting… That’s right; parasites are excited about spring too! Now that your pets are spending more time outside, there are a few things that you should know about parasites....
The Cadillac of Comfort

The Cadillac of Comfort

The Cadillac of Comfort I’ve written before about Pot Roast’s love of the Great Canadian Road Trip. It doesn’t matter the destination. He’s happy to have the wind in his fur, his head out the window and a squishy bed offered in the back seat. He spends most of each...
Parvovirus In The News

Parvovirus In The News

Parvovirus has recently made the news as there was an increase in dogs diagnosed with the infection on Vancouver Island in early January. Here is the recent news article on the subject. Symptoms of the disease include lack of energy, vomiting and diarrhea. It is a...
The Spirit Of Giving This Christmas

The Spirit Of Giving This Christmas

Christmas is definitely the season of gifts however it’s also a time to reflect and consider those less fortunate. We at Amherst know how fortunate we are and realize that it is the perfect time to focus on gratitude and giving. This year we wanted to focus on giving...
‘Tis the Season for Itchin

‘Tis the Season for Itchin

Allergies. I’m suffering. The dog is suffering. The world is full of weeping eyes and itchy palates and sneezes. It’s the season for ragweed and shedding leaves, and I look forward to some element of frost so that I can breathe again. Pot Roast seems to be on board...
The Dangers of Working from Home

The Dangers of Working from Home

As a freelance writer and editor, I love working from home, but it comes with its challenges. Sure, I get to wear sweatpants while slurping my fifth coffee of the day, but I also get consistently, constantly, lovingly smothered by Pot Roast at any and all stages of...
Amherst Veterinary Hospital prepares for Halloween

Amherst Veterinary Hospital prepares for Halloween

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...
Thanksgiving Hazards: No Bones About it

Thanksgiving Hazards: No Bones About it

This weekend, many of us will be enjoying delicious Thanksgiving feasts with our friends and families. And while it can be tempting to share some of our tasty treats with our beloved pets, many of these indulgences are not so safe for our furry friends. Turkey...

Pin It on Pinterest

Share This
Your browser is out-of-date!

Update your browser to view this website correctly.Update my browser now

×