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Unlike pet training, counseling/consulting involves evaluating a pet's emotional state rather than focusing just on “good manners." It can be done at any age, but is most commonly done with adult pets. Training is typically a proactive approach to a pet's actions while behaviour consulting is typically reactive and based on a pet's response to certain stimuli, whether it's a person place, object, or sound.
Posted at 03:05 PM
Thursday, October 13, 2022
During your pet's dermatology visit, we'll evaluate their medical history and ask you about their symptoms. We'll also ask questions about their lifestyle and environment. This discussion serves as the first step in diagnosing the source of your pet's skin condition/allergy. We can also perform several tests, including food allergy trials. Once a diagnosis is made, we can discuss your treatment options to alleviate your pet's symptoms, which can be as simple as changing your pet's food.... more
Posted at 03:04 PM
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
If we decide your pet's lifestyle is complimented by spay or neuter surgery, your pet will receive several medical and behavioral benefits. By having your dog or cat spayed or neutered, you will be helping combat animal homelessness. Cats and dogs can have many litters throughout a lifetime. They are also more likely to roam neighborhoods looking for a mate when they're sexually mature. The benefits of pet spay and neuter surgery include:
The incidence of mammary gland tumors is reduced in females, which are oftentimes... more
Posted at 03:02 PM
Saturday, October 8, 2022
During your pet's wellness exam at our hospital, we'll perform a nose-to-tail assessment to determine if there are any abnormalities or reasons for concern. Some of the things we look for are lumps, bumps, and dental tartar buildup. If you've noticed any changes in your pet's behavior, appetite, or in any other area, please bring it to our attention during this visit. Your pet's wellness visit may also include the following (if necessary):
Diagnostics (X-rays, lab testing, etc.) Diet and prevention... more
Posted at 03:00 PM
Monday, October 3, 2022
Core vaccines are considered essential for all pets based on the severity of the disease or the risk of exposure to a certain illness. The transmissibility of the disease from pets to humans is another factor of core vaccines. On the other hand, non-core vaccines are recommended ONLY based on the risk of exposure; not every pet needs non-core vaccines to be healthy. Feline leukemia (a contagious cat-to-cat virus) is an example of a non-core vaccine. It's typically recommended for cats that go outside.
There are a number of pet behaviours that are exhibited as a response to elements in a pet's surrounding. Some of the most common behaviours that we encounter are:
Biting and aggression (growling, etc.) Separation anxiety (often exhibited by tearing up objects in the home) Obsessive compulsive behaviours Urinating and defecating in the home Phobias (such as those associated with vacuum cleaners, blenders, and other household items) Please give us a call at (705) 325-4224 if you'd like to... more
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