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FIV Positive Cats: Chip’s Story
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readFeline Immunodeficiency Virus/FIV positive cats are often feral due to their nature and outdoor environment. Did you know that? This is because when these kitties live in the wild, they may frequently have to engage in fights to secure their territories, leading to bite wounds—the primary mode of FIV transmission. The lack of consistent veterinary...
Read MoreFirst Aid Kit For Pets
Pet Care Tips 4 min readAs pet parents, we know how much trouble our furkids can get into, and sometimes we don’t always know what to do when something more serious happens. Don’t you worry! Our pet experts are here to help. Having basic first aid could be life-saving in an emergency or help a fluffy loved one reach medical...
Read MoreVet Tech Rounds: IBD in Dogs
Vet Talks 5 min readIs your dog suffering from vomiting or chronic diarrhea? Do they seem tired, and have a poor coat condition. These symptoms may indicate that your dog is suffering from Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). IBD in dogs is a common gastrointestinal issue. Inflammatory or Irritable Bowel Disease also known as IBD is a common gastrointestinal problem...
Read MoreNHV Pet Expert Anna gets locked-in love to help BC SPCA raise funds
NHV Gives Back 2 min readHelp! Anna is locked in a kennel and need we need to bust her out! Lock-In for Love is back! Animal-lovers from across BC are getting “locked in” to kennels with a furry friend to help raise funds for animals in need. How could we let this opportunity go! Help free them by donating and...
Read More6 Reasons Why Feeding Your Pet Whole Foods is Beneficial
Pet Diet & Nutrition 5 min readAs the saying goes, you are what you eat. We all want our pets to be happy and healthy and live long fulfilling lives, so paying close attention to a pet’s food diet is essential to their health. There is no doubt that commercial pet foods are practical and cost-effective, and most of them are...
Read MoreVet Tech Rounds: 3 Kinds of Pet Dads. Which One Are You?
Vet Talks 4 min readPet parents deal with their pet’s sickness in different ways. They all love their pets, but not all show it the exact same way. While working in vet clinics I came across pet owners from all walks of life, and I continue to interact with them daily as NHV’s registered vet tech. When it comes to pet dads, I...
Read More6 Ways You May Be Harming Your Pet’s Health
Pet Care Tips 5 min readAs pet parents, there are things we can do to do as a preventative support for our furkiddo’s health. Maintaining their health as much as possible can help your pet avoid some conditions and help manage existing ones. Here are ways you can help your furkiddo stay their healthy and happy selves and 6 ways...
Read MoreFind the Purr-fect Pet for Your Family with These 6 Cat Breeds
Pet Care Tips 3 min readBlack, brown, grey, orange, tabby, short-hair, long-hair, exotic, local, or just plain cute, there’s a lot of choices out there when it comes to finding the right breed of cat for you. Different breeds come with different temperaments, life expectancies, and maintenance requirements, making research the key to finding a breed that will fit in...
Read MoreFall in Puppy Love at First Sight with the 5 Best Family Dog Breeds
Pet Care Tips 2 min readThere’s something very special about adding a dog to your family brood. Children learn responsibility, companionship, and loyalty through interacting with a pet, and few animals exemplify those qualities more than dogs. But finding the perfect canine companion can be tricky. With literally thousands of available, how do you know which one is right for...
Read MoreBe Kind To Your Valentine: 5 Ways To Spoil Your Furry Companion
Pet Care Tips 2 min readEvery year loved ones get spoiled for Valentine’s day, but what about the ones we love that might be a little furrier? This Valentine’s day, why not reciprocate the unconditional love we receive every day from our cats and dogs with 5 ways to spoil your furry companion! For your significant other: Chocolates For your...
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