Blog: In the Community

Frostbite in Cats and Dogs by Dr. Chantal Rittwage

Frostbite (aka congelation) is the skin and tissue damage caused by exposure to extreme and/or prolonged cold temperatures. This is something we should all be aware of as Atlantic Canadians, and should avoid going out in the extreme cold weather for too long with our pets. How Does The Cold…

Christmas Dangers for your Pets by Lisa Michalik

Ho! Ho! Ho! Happy Holidays everyone! Christmas is such a fun time of year but sadly it’s also one of the most dangerous ones for our furry family members. Here are some tips and reminders of hazards to watch out for to keep your pets happy and safe over the…

Gabby & Pumpkin by Lisa Michalik

On Sept 29, 2014 a client came into our clinic, holding in her hands a little something that was about to change our technician, Gabby’s life for the next 15-20 yrs. In this clients hand was an itty bitty, orange tabby kitten. She found this little kitten abandoned in a…

Puppy Housebreaking 101

Puppies downright cute, loveable, playful. You can’t help but smile when you see one. That is until, you step in a tiny piddle puddle or mound of dodo. That’s right, we’re talking about pee and poop! The most dreadful part of owning a puppy is housebreaking. In reality, housebreaking your…