THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is a chemical compound found in the marijuana plant, most commonly known for its psychoactive effect on humans. Unfortunately, THC is extremely toxic for pets, causing balance problems, irregular heartbeat, breathing problems, incontinence, or worse. Pet insurance provider Trupanion has already paid more than $250,000...
This otherwise healthy pup has travelled from Bowen Island on a few occasions for Emergency treatment. Her first visit was to diagnose & treat gastroenteritis and her second trip was required because Esther decided to snack on her canvas bedding. Her most recent visit was for a...
Contributed by Mountainside Veterinary Assistant, Amelia What is Feline Upper Respiratory Infection? Feline Upper Respiratory Infection is an illness that is like a common cold, but far more serious. It's an illness that affects the nose, throat, and sinuses, and can be very uncomfortable for our feline...
Spring is just around the corner so as you are spring cleaning and preparing for summer, beware of products or plants that can be harmful to pets: - Certain fertilizers, especially if they contain meal proteins - Slug bait, rat bait, pesticides and insecticides - Tulips, lilies, daffodils,...
Please note that there will be a small construction project blocking our underground parking garage and in some of our outdoor parking lot from 8 am to 10 am this Friday, February 26th. We ask that clients please park in the gravel parking lot and access our...
It's World Spay Day! Here's some helpful information about spaying from the BCSPCA: Spaying ends the heat cycle in females - Heat cycles are usually twice a year for dogs, and result in many unwanted behavioural changes including possible aggression. - Cats generally go in and out of...
It's National Dog Biscuit Day! These tasty snacks for your pooch come in all shapes, sizes and flavours. They're great for rewarding good behaviour or to show how much you love your canine companion. They're also sometimes used to give your dog vitamins and medicine that may...
There are many ways to honour National Justice for Animals Week: - Petition local governments to make changes in the laws that consider animals as property rather than sentient beings. - Continue to lobby for laws prohibiting unnecessary and often inhumane practices such as ear cropping or...
Family day is a reminder that we should appreciate what we have, because we never know how long it will last. With the pandemic and the way many families have had to spend time apart, it's more important than ever to keep our loved ones in...
The quick answer is, whenever you have a concern or something seems abnormal. When in doubt, bring your pet in right away. Some, but not all, of the signs that could indicate your pet needs immediate help: Rapid breathing, excessive panting or changes in breathing pattern indicating...