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How To Spot Signs of Pain in Your Pet   Pets are awesome at hiding any vulnerabilities, so it can be tough to tell when they are in pain. September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, so do your pet a favour and learn these common signs of pain to get them help as...

How to Spot Heatstroke in Your Pet As summer reaches its height, your furry pal may grow more accustomed to the high temperatures and humidity levels associated with the season, but they still can succumb to heatstroke. Abrupt temperature increases can cause a sudden...

How Do Pet Microchips Work? If you've been on the fence about having your pet microchipped, it might help ease your mind to understand how microchips work. While they do not provide GPS tracking capabilities, they do offer a permanent means of identification for your...

4 Waterborne Illnesses Your Pet Can Contract from Swimming In summer, you may find your pet splashing in and out of water all day. Despite being a great way to cool off, water can also harbour a variety of parasites and pathogens that can make your pet sick. Here are...

The Dangers of Sunlight: Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats Imagine your white cat is snoozing under their favorite windowsill, soaking up the warmth of the late afternoon sun. While such an idyllic scene warms your heart, too much exposure to the sun can have...

5 Boating and Lake Safety Tips for Your Pets This Summer With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time to head to the lake for some fun in the sun. Whether you're boating or just hanging out on the beach, it's important to be aware of the dangers that pets face...

When it comes to our pets, we often want to do everything we can to ensure they have a long and healthy life. And while there are many things we can do to help keep them healthy, at some point in their lives, all animals will reach the end of their time on earth. If...

Dogs are known for being loyal and loving creatures, but sometimes they can also be prone to anxiety. This week is all about understanding dog anxiety and how to help your furry friend during times of stress. We'll be discussing different causes of anxiety, and tips...

As the weather gets warmer and nicer, it's natural for cats to want to spend more time outside. However, there are some things you should keep in mind to make sure your cat stays safe during the spring and summer. In this blog post, we'll go over a few tips on how to...

Heartworms and Pets: Understanding the Heartworm's Life Cycle While you may know heartworms are transmitted to pets via the bites of infected mosquitoes, you may not realize that mammals are an essential part of the heartworm life cycle as well. In honour of National...