About the canine reproductive cycle and monitoring of the heat cycle.
Reproduction
Artificial/Surgical Insemination
When natural insemination isn’t practical or advisable, artificial insemination may be an option.
Caesarian Section
Planned, surgical whelping may be an option when the health of a canine mother or litter is at risk.
Health
Nutrition
Nutrition is an important part of keeping your pet happy and healthy. Every pet has different requirements for activity, growth and play.
Vaccinations
Learn more about the types, importance, and timing of vaccinations for cats & dogs
Internal Parasites
Heartworm, roundworm, and tapeworm are serious and sometimes life-threatening parasites. Learn more about them, their prevention and treatment.
Seizures
What is Epilepsy? What Causes Seizures? How Are Seizures Diagnosed? What Can I Do At Home?
External Parasites
Fleas, ticks and ear mites are far more serious than just uncomfortable annoyances. Learn more about them here.
Celebrating Seniors
Pets as young as 7 may be at an increased risk of developing age-related problems such as arthritis, diabetes, liver and kidney disease.
Ticks and Warm Weather
Did you know that ticks carry diseases that affect both pets and people? What can we do to protect our pets and your family?
Behaviour
Thunderstorms
Unfortunately, many dogs are fearful of thunderstorms. Learn more about what you can do to help.
Barking
Barking is a natural habit of dogs in times of play and warning. However, excessive noise can certainly be problematic. What can be done?
Chewing
Chewing and mouthing a a natural part of a dog’s learning and socialization, but destructive chewing can be concerning and should not be ignored.
Biting
What’s normal and healthy regarding biting? Where and how should we draw the line?
Digging
Digging is common normal behaviour in dogs that can progress into a destructive habit.
House Soiling
Inappropriate elimination is a common and often frustrating problem for owners of both cats and dogs. Why do they do this? How can we help?
Separation Anxiety
Due to the extreme social and structure pack nature of a dog, their ability to form very strong bonds with family members can sometimes lead to separation anxiety.
More on Thunderstorms
With warm summer weather comes the fear of the dreaded thunderstorms.
New Pets
Crate Training
To your pet, a proper crate is similar to a natural den in the wild. Learn more about crate training and how to create a comfortable safe haven for your dog.
Diet
Obesity is a serious, although often overlooked, problem with our indoor companions. A good diet helps maintain a healthy body weight and happy pet.
Obedience
Puppies start learning as soon as they are born. Obedience training is the core to developing a sound and healthy bond between you and your pet.
Reproduction
Heat Cycles
About the canine reproductive cycle and monitoring of the heat cycle.
Artificial/Surgical Insemination
When natural insemination isn’t practical or advisable, artificial insemination may be an option.
Caesarian Section
Planned, surgical whelping may be an option when the health of a canine mother or litter is at risk.