General Health
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The Obesity Epidemic Part I
Aug 09 2018
“We are not winning the war (on pet obesity),” says Julie Churchill, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN, an associate professor of veterinary nutrition with the University of Minnesota’s College of Veterinary Medicine.…
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What do you need to know about canine influenza?
Aug 02 2018
Canine influenza (H3N2), more commonly known as dog flu, is an avian influenza virus (bird flu) that spread to dogs in Asia in the mid 2000s and more widely in…
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Tick control is all about temperature
Mar 22 2018
The time for tick protection is now! The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and the veterinarians in Richmond Hill want you to know that the ideal time to begin tick protection…
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Have you had your pet’s teeth checked lately?
Feb 27 2018
Why is it important to keep your pet’s teeth clean? Besides the obvious preference of having our pet’s breath smelling minty fresh, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have dental disease…
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Cool Apps for you and your furry friend!
Jan 03 2018
If you are used to living off your smartphone, then you ought to check out these apps for people who live with and love dogs and cats. With so many dogs…
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Do Animals Have Emotions?
Nov 28 2017
Today, most scientists agree that all vertebrate animals — mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish — are, to varying degrees, sentient. This capacity to feel encompasses a universe of positive…
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The importance of vaccinations
Oct 12 2017
Protect your pet’s health and yours, too–that’s why your Richmond Hill veterinarians urge keeping current with vaccines for both cats and dogs. The veterinarians in Richmond Hill tell clients to…
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What can bad breath mean for your dog?
Oct 05 2017
Halitosis is a common problem in humans. Other known as bad breath, halitosis may plague your dog as well. More than just a stinky nuisance, bad breath often means your…
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Why get pet health Insurance
Sep 27 2017
“A lot of people view pet health insurance as wanting to get a return on their premium back,” says Eric Coulson with Pets Plus Us. ”With auto and home insurance,…
