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• Hot cars can be deadly…

  June 16, 2014

  Summer is almost officially here!  Please be careful with furry friends in vehicles: Never leave your pet in a parked car on a warm summer day. Within minutes, the temperature inside the car can reach a scorching 120 degrees. Extreme temperatures can cause heatstroke, which may kill or seriously injure your dog or cat. Signs of heatstroke include: Hard panting and difficulty breathing Vomiting Rapid heart rate If you suspect that your pet has heatstroke, see your … Read More »

• Heartworm Season is Here!

  May 22, 2014

  We are excited about the warmer weather and all the opportunities for outdoor activity that spring and summer bring.   We would like to remind our clients that dogs should start on heartworm prevention on June 1 and get their monthly dose of prevention right up until November 1.   While you are in the clinic, speak to one of our friendly staff about tick and flea prevention as well.  Clients with cats who go outside should … Read More »

• 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 »

• Dog Bite Prevention

  March 24, 2014

  Dog bites are a serious and largely preventable problem.  Most victims are children, with 5-9 year olds being the age group that accounts for the majority of bites. Bites are more common in the summer, in the afternoon, and in someone’s home as opposed to in a park. In addition, the chance of being bitten is increased in multi-dog households. How can we minimize the chance of someone being bitten by a dog?  Never leave … Read More »

• Pet Poisoning Seminar

  November 19, 2013

  Dear Golf Glen Family, we would like to make you aware of a wonderful (free!) learning opportunity at the Veterinary Emergency Clinic of York Region: Poisons and Your Pet Seminar Monday December 9, 2013 at 7:30pm Please see the attached link for more details and to RSVP. http://www.veter.ca/files/client/Poisons%20and%20Your%20Pet%20Flyer.pdf    

• Health Concerns with Overweight Pets

  July 22, 2013

            What affects people can also deeply affect your pet’s health. Weight gain is no different. Overweight cats are becoming much more common and are seen more often in veterinary practice. Overweight dogs run into the same health risks so it is essential that all pet owners be made aware of  them. Some of the more common medical issues we see and how they affect your pet are as follows:  Diabetes Mellitus        Extra weight … Read More »