Post Operative Care for Pets
Caring for Your Pet After Surgery By Vesna Ban-Smedberg, RVT If your pet requires surgery, such as for spaying or neutering, you should be aware of the extra care he will need to recover quickly and completely. At the time of your pet’s hospital discharge, a veterinary assistant will go over the veterinarian’s instructions and […]
Dangerous Places in Your Home for Pets
Trouble Areas in the Home Both dogs and cats can get into a lot of trouble in many areas of a house or yard. Keep all areas safe for your pets and watch them closely. Below, we list the common places in your home you should pet proof. Swimming Pool A pet can fall into […]
Breed Spotlight: Boxer
Boxer Facts Characteristics According to the AKC Registration Statistics, the Boxer was the sixth most popular dog breed in the United States in 2008. Boxers seek affection from their owners, especially children, making them great family dogs. Not only are they good companions, but they also make great guard dogs because of their protective nature. […]
How to Trim Your Cat’s Claws
Cat Nail Trimming Tips Most people who have cats don’t think about trimming their cat’s claws, but in some cases, it’s a good idea. This is especially true for house cats who use furniture or the carpet to sharpen their nails. If the thought of trimming your cat’s nails stirs up images of a trip […]
Veterinary Assistant Student of the Month: Brittney Coyle
Student of the Month Veterinary Assistant Brittney Coyle Brittney Coyle lives in Newmarket, a town just north of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She resides in a one-bedroom apartment with her dog Molly, a 5-year-old French Bulldog/Pug mix; a cat named Charlie, a 4-year-old obese tuxedo cat; and a boarder dog named Bosco, a 5-year-old Boston Terrier/Bulldog […]
When Nighttime Becomes Playtime for Your Cats
Nocturnal Mischief Makers What to do when your cats turn into hyperactive night owls. It’s 3.00 am. All is quiet in my neighborhood except for the hooting of an owl in nearby bush, which, believe me, is much better than having a bullfrog croaking in the creek. (That sounds like mechanical machinery gone awry.) Suddenly […]
Help Your Local Shelter
Rescue, Adopt and Support There are myriad ways to help the homeless dogs and cats in your community. If you are a pet lover, your heart aches for homeless dogs and cats. You wish you could take them all in and give them the love they deserve. While it’s impossible to save them all personally, […]
