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• Heartworm Disease in Ontario

  April 8, 2014

  Heartworm is a serious condition caused by worms that live in the heart and blood vessels of infected animals (mainly dogs). The parasite is transmitted by infected mosquitoes. The worms can grow to a length of 15 – 30 cm and produce thousands of larvae that can be picked up by mosquitoes and carried to other dogs. The presence of worms in the dog can cause damage to the heart, lungs and liver. The most … Read More »

• Happy Long Weekend!

  August 30, 2013

  All of us at Golf Glen Veterinary Clinic would like to wish our clients a fun and relaxing long weekend with friends and family.  As the summer draws to a close, we have several staff members who are leaving the clinic to start/continue their education.  We would like to bid a fond farewell to them and wish them the best of luck! We would like to remind you that we are here for you and … Read More »

• Pet Food Recall

  June 20, 2013

  We would like to advise our valued clients of a pet food recall from dry foods manufactured by the Natura company.   Kibble with an expiry date before June 10, 2014 should be discarded due to potential Salmonella contamination which could affect pets as well as humans.  The following brands are affected:  Innova, California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Mother Nature, and Karma brands.  Canned foods are not affected. Please see the following website for more information: http://www.naturapet.com/recall

• Rabies – Should I be Concerned?

  April 9, 2013

  Rabies is a contagious disease of the nervous system that affects any mammal.  Left untreated, rabies is usually fatal.  The virus is found in high concentrations in the saliva, mucus membranes, and central nervous tissue. Humans and other mammals become infected through a cut or scratch from an infected animal, or from exposure of the virus to the eyes, mouth, or nostrils.  In Ontario, rabies eradication campaigns have been successful at greatly decreasing the incidence … Read More »

• Fleas and Your Pet

  March 26, 2013

  Fleas may be small but they can have a large impact on the quality of your pet’s life. A flea infestation can cause symptoms as mild as a minor skin irritation and as severe as life threatening anemia. They can carry the organisms that cause Feline Infectious Anemia and cat scratch fever (which causes illness in people) as well as being vectors for tapeworms. Pets that are allergic to flea bites can develop severe flea … Read More »

• Winter Weight Loss Challenge….

  March 11, 2013

  ….10 minutes at a time! The holidays are over, we have changed our clocks, and there was a bit of spring in the air recently! Winter is almost over….and for many of our pets, winter means a few extra pounds. It is hard to get motivated to get active with your pet when the sunlight hours are short and it’s cold and icy outside. With spring coming, it is a great time of year to … Read More »

• Extra Label Drug Use

  February 26, 2013

  This article outlines what you need to know when a veterinarian prescribes extra-label medications and compounded prescription drugs for the benefit of your pet. Extra label drug use (ELDU or “off-label use”) is the use of any drug, whether it is a prescription drug or over-the-counter (OTC) drug, in a manner that is different from the label (package insert) approved by Health Canada. Compounded drugs are extra-label customized prescription medications created by a pharmacist or … Read More »

• Wellness Testing: Why it’s important to do routine laboratory tests on your Pet

  February 14, 2013

  Your cat and dog can’t tell you how they are feeling. You play an important role in helping your Veterinary Team at Golf Glen Veterinary Clinic uncover disease early, to help your pet live a long and healthy life. In many cases (especially with cats), it can be difficult to recognize signs of illness at home. Annual checkups allow us to examine your pet and ask you questions that help us determine if your pet … Read More »

• February is Dental Month

  January 29, 2013

  This February the entire team at Golf Glen Veterinary Clinic are excited to focus on your pet’s dental health. Did you know that tooth and gum disease can cause pain, trouble eating, bad breath, and even bacteria going into the bloodstream which can affect the heart and kidneys? We want to help you protect and maintain your pet’s good health, and a healthy mouth is a great start. When does my pet need to have … Read More »

• Hazards in a Winter Wonderland

  January 7, 2013

  Winter can be hard on a dog’s paws. Unprotected from ice, snow, slush, and bitter cold, their paws need special care in winter. By taking precautions, you can minimize problems with cracked pads, sore pads, blisters and infections. Rock salt and most chemical de-icers can irritate a dog’s paws and turn a winter walk into a painful ordeal. Stay away from heavily salted areas as much as possible when walking your dog. After a walk, … Read More »