by Amherst | Jul 29, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness
Callie is a sweet 9 year old, female spayed Bichon/Havanese cross. She came to our veterinary hospital because the owners had noticed over the last few months that her appetite had decreased but her abdomen was getting bigger. When we saw Callie her gums were very...
by Amherst | Jul 24, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Here in Vancouver we are fortunate to have many opportunities to attend wonderful firework displays. The Celebration of Light is one such event that entails multiple nights of firework shows. While this is great for us, our four legged friends are not always so...
by Amherst | Jul 21, 2015 | Blog, Pet Wellness, Seasonal Hazards
Tis the season for close encounters with bees, wasps and biting insects. Catching flying bugs and scurrying spiders is one of my cat’s favourite pastimes. My cat has taken on the job of keeping our flying insect population at bay in my home as I have been noticing a...
by Amherst | Jul 15, 2015 | Blog
At our Vancouver veterinary hospital, one of the first things I am often asked by an owner when their pet is diagnosed with lice is whether they will get it too. I am happy to report that the answer is no. Luckily lice are very host specific, meaning human lice will...
by Amherst | Jul 10, 2015 | Blog
This stunning feline is Bailey; Bailey is an 7 year old Himalayan cross. We have had the pleasure of knowing Bailey since 2008 when she first visited the clinic as a teeny tiny kitten. Aside from her yearly wellness exams and vaccinations, Bailey often boards with us...
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