by Amherst | Oct 9, 2015 | Blog, Seasonal Hazards
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 | Aug 31, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Does the smell of your dog’s ears arrive in the room before he does? Does he keep you up at night shaking his head and digging at his ears? Do you clean his ears only to find the next day it is full of discharge again? If so he likely has an ear infection. If...
by Amherst | Aug 11, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
The main causes of allergic dermatitis in dogs and cats are pretty straightforward: insect bites, inhaled allergens and food. The clinical signs of all three are similar; your pet is itchy. But determining the cause of the itch can take time and the treatment options...
by Amherst | Aug 5, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Fluffy or fleecy, wispy or wiry, our pets’ coats come in colors and textures as varied as their personalities. But they are more than just a pretty coat, did you know that your pet’s coat and skin also help protect him from disease? As the first line of defense...
by Amherst | Jul 24, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Here in Vancouver we are fortunate to have many opportunities to attend wonderful firework displays. The Celebration of Light is one such event that entails multiple nights of firework shows. While this is great for us, our four legged friends are not always so...
by Amherst | Jul 21, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Tis the season for close encounters with bees, wasps and biting insects. Catching flying bugs and scurrying spiders is one of my cat’s favourite pastimes. My cat has taken on the job of keeping our flying insect population at bay in my home as I have been noticing a...
