Over the years, we have seen our fair share of pets eating the weirdest of objects, and unfortunately in some cases needing surgery to remove the object obstructing normal gut movement. Usually when we think of a pet eating something it should not, we picture a dog; we are here to tell you that cats are just as likely to get into trouble as their canine counterparts! We want to go over the top 5 … Read More
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The Trials and Tribulations of an Outdoor Cat
I saw recently on a Medicine Hat Facebook group, a post about a cat who goes outdoors and came back to the owner with a beebee bullet imbedded into its skin; pure cruelty on the person who did this to the animal – but this incidence of a cat coming back to their owner wounded from a night out prowling is not the first. Most times when a Veterinary Clinic has a feline patient that … Read More
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A Pain in the Behind
If you have any type of social media, you have probably seen the funny videos of the dogs who are rubbing their behinds on the ground, on the furniture, or dragging their butts across the grass. Although yes, they are funny (especially when the music’s beat in the video matches the butt scratches), these poor pups are actually trying to relieve themselves from a literal pain in the butt. Anal glands are one of the … Read More
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A Blog for Sleepless Cat Owners
Adopting a new kitten can be an exciting event for the whole family. But there is something that others won’t tell you when you bring little Fluffy home…Kittens/young cats become little night terrors as soon as everyone is in bed at night! Cats sleep most of the day away, so this means they become fearless night hunters and early morning risers. We have come up with some tips on how to manage your night prowling … Read More
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Total Eclipse of the Sun
… and what it means for our pets. On Monday August 21st all of North America will get to experience a solar eclipse. If you are lucky enough to be in the path of totality the moon will completely block out the sun and the sun’s tenuous atmosphere (the corona) will be visible. People have been warned to buy special sun viewing glasses to witness this rare event but what about our pets? Because our pets … Read More
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Little Tricks and Snippets…To Stress Free Vet Visits!
We love pets. That’s why we are in this profession. But we understand that sometimes, pets don’t really love us (the Veterinary Clinic). And we can relate to pet owners that bringing your pet to the vet can be a stressful time. Whether you’re bringing your pet in for an annual exam, for surgery, or they aren’t feeling well, we want you and your pet to have the most positive and stress free visit … Read More
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*Cough* Cough* Kennel Cough!
The name Kennel cough (infectious tracheobronchitis), is often confused as an illness that only happens if your dog visits a kennel; we want you to know, this is not the case! The illness got this name because of how contagious it is, as it can spread through a boarding kennel rapidly, and because most dogs in kennels are in close quarters with each other. Another name for this illness, and a better name at that, … Read More
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10 Summer Hazards for Dogs
The days are longer, the grass is greener, and the temperature is hotter; summer is finally here! Warmer weather means we are out and about with our pooches either for longer walks, hiking in the coulees, playing by the river, or just sitting out in the back yard soaking up the sun! We came up with some things to look out for or think about now that we are spending more time outside with our … Read More
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Emergency Preparedness for Pets
With National Preparedness Week coming up we would like to take a little time in helping you prepare for an emergency that might require evacuation of your pets from your home. Occasionally, the river in Medicine Hat floods and in 2013 some of our residents had to evacuate their houses. Taking your pets with you is always the best option. You won’t know how long you will have to stay out of your residence while … Read More
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Marijuana Toxicity in Pets
With the legalization of marijuana in Canada, we thought we should mention how it affects your pet if they happen to find the “stash”. Thanks to the incredible nose on our canines and the curious felines, they can find those hidden gems if not properly locked up. Now that some states in the U.S. are going through legalization, an article from Pet Poison Hotline stated that “A veterinary study from Colorado published recently by the … Read More
