Raw food diets, also termed the BARF diet (biologically appropriate raw food or bone and raw food) have been hailed as the cure for many health problems ailing our cat and dog friends. Unfortunately, these claims are largely based in theory and opinion, and have little scientific proof to back them up. The actual scientific […]
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It is a dreaded thought that every pet owner has. What if I lose my pet? Unfortunately, even with the best care and preventive measures in place, a pet can still become lost. So what should you do? For starters, prevention is key! The easiest and first thing you should do is purchase a collar and tag for
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Need some ideas to exercise you dog other than a leashed walk? Read on for some other great ideas! Fetch – throw a favorite toy of your pets and let them fetch it and bring it back to you. For dogs that fetch well and have lots of energy, try throwing the toy down a
Dogs offer many opportunities to enrich a child’s life. They can help to teach them about empathy and responsibility by caring for something other than themselves, and can even help to improve self-esteem by being a never judging friend. However, it is up to the parents to ensure that the relationship between a child and
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Benefits of being an Indoor Cat: If your cat is an indoor pet, you are able to develop a deeper and more satisfying relationship with them. Indoor cats tend to be healthier, live longer, and are at a lower risk of catching feline leukemia virus, feline immunodeficiency virus (Feline AIDS), and upper respiratory infections. They
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As we get into the cooler months remember: Antifreeze Poisoning. Every year thousands of pets are poisoned accidentally with automotive antifreeze. Ethylene glycol, the main ingredient making up 95% of antifreeze, is toxic to many mammals, including people. Ethylene glycol tastes sweet, and many animals actively seek it out. Most cases of toxicity occur when
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No one really knows why pets, especially dogs, eat grass. There are many theories including that they lack fibre in their diet, boredom, or that they eat grass when they feel sick which helps them vomit up what is “unhealthy” in their stomach. Regardless of the cause, there are a number of reasons why letting
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Yes you can train your cat! Here are some tips for how to start: Encourage Good Behaviour If you catch your kitten playing or exploring something they shouldn’t, give them something they can play with instead, or lead them to an acceptable play area. If they are trying to nip or scratch your hands or
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At Chestermere Veterinary Clinic we recommend annual physical exams when your pet is young and healthy. When pets get into their senior years (which is typically around the age of 7, but can be as early as 5 for giant breeds), we recommend an exam every 6 months. You may be wondering why you should
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Taking pictures of your pets does not have to be left to the professionals! You can get some great photos and have a lot of fun by following some of these great tips! Environment: Make sure you choose an environment where your pet is comfortable and knows the surroundings, you should allow 30 minutes for
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