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Frostbite 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

FLUTD is a term that is used to describe a cluster or urination-related symptoms that cats often display when they are having bladder issues. 

Many of us know by now that we should be doing something to help prevent tartar and gingivitis in our animals, but still all of us do it.  

Biopsies, sampling the local lymph nodes, and maybe even skull X-Rays are important to the diagnosis and can mean the difference of having a few months, to years to live. 

With the fall season fast approaching and winter on its heels, everyone wants to know how long to continue with their monthly treatments.

Medicating your pooch doesn’t HAVE to be a daunting task. Here are some tips that might make the process easier for both of you…

Veterinary medicine has progressed to the point that we can perform blood transfusions in pets that require more blood or blood products.  

I, for one, am a HUGE advocate for pet insurance! Having had a dog previously that required a lot of veterinary care in his senior years, his pet insurance was a God-Send. 

A “Hot Spot” is also known as acute moist dermatitis; meaning it's a skin infection that comes on suddenly.  We'll explain why it occurs, how to recognize it, and how to treat.

I’m sure most of us are familiar with that tell-tale odour coming from our furry friend’s ears – that very annoying ear infection.

Ticks can be found anywhere; most commonly in trees, bushes and grass. Different species of ticks populate different areas.

We hope all of you outdoorsy people have enjoyed this somewhat mild winter and as for the indoorsy people we hope you’re well rested!