by Amherst | Oct 28, 2016 | Blog
David Hasselhog aka Hassel the Hedgehog Here at Amherst Veterinary Hospital we see a lot of adorable cats and dogs; but we are also entrusted with the care of other types of pets. We have rabbits, hamsters, rats and guinea pig patients as well. Many animals other...
by Amherst | Oct 27, 2016 | Blog
You’ve booked time off from work and have picked your holiday destination; now what are you going to do about your pets? Whether your trip is for a weekend, a month, or a year, here are some things to consider when deciding on whether to take your pet with you or not....
by Amherst | Oct 14, 2016 | Blog
What are Hairballs? If you are a cat owner, chances are you have encountered a hairball at one time or another. Cats are meticulous groomers; they groom to remove old fur, surface dirt, and foreign bodies. When they groom, fur gets caught in the barbs on their tongues...
by Amherst | Oct 7, 2016 | Uncategorised
This weekend, many of us will be enjoying delicious Thanksgiving feast 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 Bones...
by Amherst | Sep 30, 2016 | Blog
The invitation to embark on this recounting of daily anecdotes on the Amherst Veterinarian Clinic blog, Gilmour’s Guides, coincidently ties to a recent story resulting on the sidewalk portion where I first met Grant Cumberbirch at the clinic that used to be on south...
by Amherst | Sep 15, 2016 | Blog
The Vancouver Parks Board is looking to improve the way we share our parks. They want everyone, including our canine companions, to enjoy the outdoors together. They are in the works of “developing a comprehensive strategy to guide the planning and design of...
by Amherst | Sep 1, 2016 | Blog
As many of you know, we had a team of 8 riders participate in this years Ride to Conquer Cancer. Over the weekend they rode over 200 kilometers from Vancouver to Seattle and as a team raised over $28,000! Their ride could not have been possible without the...
by Amherst | Aug 26, 2016 | Uncategorised
My friend Ann and I used to walk together on warm evenings or weekends. I was without a dog at the time, so I always stopped to pet the ones we met. So much so that one time, I was patting and scratching a cocker spaniel without realizing it was Charlie and Tony...
by Amherst | Aug 25, 2016 | Blog
Reverse Sneezing (Pharyngeal Gag Reflex) What is reverse sneezing? “I think my dog is having trouble breathing,” “It sounds like my dog is choking/honking/snorting;” These are often descriptions that precede a reverse sneezing diagnosis. Reverse sneezing can be a...
by Amherst | Aug 18, 2016 | Blog
Our recent road trip throughout the Maritimes was a real treat, and an opportunity to explore more of our amazing country. We love Vancouver, my husband is from Calgary and I’m an Ontario girl, so we’ve officially been from one side to the other, and so has Roast!...
