Vet Talks

“Detox” has become one of the biggest buzzwords in wellness nowadays. From juice cleanses to restrictive diets and supplements to flush unwanted substances from the body, there seems to be a detox for just about everything. Naturally, pet parents may wonder whether their beloved furkiddos could benefit from one, too.  But does your dog or...

Hearing that your dog has cancer can feel scary and overwhelming. You may be thinking about treatment options, future appointments, and how to keep your fur baby comfortable. You may also be asking yourself: What else can I do to help my dog feel their best? There is no single answer, because every dog and...

As pet owners, we often associate stress with changes in behavior, such as hiding, barking, or becoming clingier. However, stress affects much more than your pet’s emotions. It can have a significant impact on physical health, especially the digestive system.  Just like people, pets have a strong connection between their brain and their gut. Understanding...

Does your dog love to run, jump, and chase a tennis ball? Or maybe your furry friend simply never seems to run out of energy! An active lifestyle offers many health benefits, helping dogs maintain a healthy weight, build strong muscles, and support both their physical and mental well-being. However, all that running, jumping, twisting,...

Hearing the word “cancer” about your beloved pet can feel scary and overwhelming. Bladder cancer is a serious but often overlooked condition in pets, especially because its early signs can look very similar to a simple urinary tract infection (UTI).   Bladder cancer in dogs and cats happens when some cells inside the bladder start growing...

Rabbits are naturally quiet creatures, which can make it difficult to notice when something isn’t quite right. Many pet parents start picking up on the subtle changes in their bunnies: they are not finishing their food, their droppings look smaller (or even less frequent), or they aren’t drinking enough water. These small shifts in behavior...

Seasonal allergies in dogs are becoming increasingly common as environmental conditions change and pets are exposed to a wider range of allergens. Many pet parents notice that their dog’s symptoms seem to appear or worsen at certain times of the year, particularly during spring and fall. However, geography also plays a role in which allergens...

Stress is often viewed as a behavioural issue: a nervous dog pacing or a cat hiding. But stress is also physiological. When a pet experiences stress, the body releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These chemicals increase heart rate and blood pressure to prepare the body to respond. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and...

“This morning, I noticed that he left some food in his plate.” “I noticed that his fur seems dull and she’s shedding so much!” “They look sad…” These are all common phrases pet parents may use when their furkiddos show slight changes in their day-to-day. Small signs often lead to big issues if left unattended....

A lot of pet parents think of pet nutrition and immune health for cats or dogs as two completely different things. One is about food and feeding schedules, and the other is about preventing illness. However, they’re deeply connected. A pet’s immune system relies on certain nutrients to respond appropriately to health challenges throughout life....