X-ray technology allows us to examine your pet internally to detect fractures, foreign bodies, and other conditions. With our digital dental X-ray technology, we can view below your pet's gum line to detect gum disease and other oral problems. In some cases, an X-ray exam can be combined with an ultrasound exam for the most accurate diagnosis.
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 08:31 AM
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
A pet's oral health is just as important as their overall health, but did you know it's also one of the most neglected? Over time, this can lead to gum disease, which can eventually affect the heart, liver, and kidneys if left untreated. The good news is that this disease can be prevented with routine veterinary care and at-home dental care. At Orillia Pet Hospital, we take a proactive approach to dental health to prevent gum disease by offering professional dental cleaning services, digital X-rays, extractions (if necessary), and... more
Posted at 10:30 AM
Friday, August 12, 2022
Our team works closely with you to ensure that your pet's health care needs are met. We offer comprehensive wellness plans that include personalized programs for your pet, based on their lifestyle, health status, and needs. We invite you to explore our variety of health care plans. We can also help you determine which plan would be the most appropriate for your best friend's needs.
Please contact the office if you have any questions about our Cat & Dog Pet Health Plans to find the one that best suits your pet at... more
Posted at 06:27 PM
Monday, August 8, 2022
How Do Vaccines Protect Pets? A vaccine contains antigens that resemble a certain virus or disease, which then generates antibodies after the vaccine is injected into the body. As a result, the immune system will be better equipped to identify and fight off disease-causing organisms, if ever exposed to the real disease. There are two types of vaccines available for pets: core and non-core (see next question). Regardless of which type of vaccine your pet receives, the end result is the same: protection from a certain disease or... more
Posted at 02:28 PM
Thursday, August 4, 2022
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Does your dog hear “bad dog" more than their own name? Do you always come home finding new things that your pet has ripped to shreds? Since your pet is your best friend and loyal companion, we know that these behaviours can make a negative impact on your relationship and weaken the human-animal bond. Our Doctors can help treat these and other negative pet behaviours with our Orillia pet behaviour counseling services. Simply call and schedule a pet dermatology exam so that we can examine your pet and speak with you about their negative... more