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 BB 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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Thanksgiving Leftovers and your Pet
October came fast this year and with this month comes a swift shift in weather, a food filled family holiday, and a spooky fun day. October is a month that we are sure pets look forward to as well; leftovers from a Thanksgiving feast usually make their way into the food bowl. But sometimes, the outcome of the turkey and gravy meal will not leave your pet feeling thankful. The excess fat and milk … 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 … 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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Foxtail Invasion!
Foxtails. We wish we were thinking of a nice soft fluffy tail but that is not the case. The foxtails we want to talk about are your pooch’s outdoor arch nemesis. When our Medicine Hat summer weather takes a turn towards dry and crispy conditions, the foxtail grass starts to emerge. “Foxtails” are a general term for grasses that have seed clusters on the end of the stems with sharp projections that are for penetrating … 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 … 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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Being Prepared for the Unexpected
Us humans usually have some sort of “first aid” kit or drawer, for those unfortunate events to ourselves and kids. But what about our pets? Sometimes our fur babies get into their own trouble, and having a pet first aid kit readily available is essential to do an emergency fix up before getting them into the car for a trip to the Vet. Here are some things we recommend be in your pet first … Read More
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New Year’s Resolutions
As we kick the new year off, we start thinking about how we want the year to go with new goals, better decisions, and starting to make new life changes. Most times, the number one goal for us is a healthier lifestyle, including losing weight and becoming more active. If you have a pet, especially a dog, they can be that motivation to get up off the couch. Your new year resolution can be your … Read More
