Rabies continues to be a problem in Hamilton, with cases now totalling 242. To address this growing concern, this summer the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is going to drop…
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Ticks have been spotted already. As soon as the temperature is above 4 degrees Celsius the ticks are out and looking for a host to feed on. Make sure you…
Two cats in Hamilton have now tested positive for rabies, something that hasn’t happened for over 20 years. It is extremely important that you get your pets vaccinated against rabies,…
Cats will sometimes climb into car engines to keep warm in the cold weather, so it’s important to do a couple simple things to protect your cat. Keep your cat…
Remember that your car can become an oven very quickly in the summer heat. Dogs have a limited ability to sweat and even a short time in a hot environment…
Ticks that spread Lyme disease have been found in Hamilton. Dogs show several different forms of the disease, but by far, the most common symptoms are a fever, lameness, swelling in the joints,…
Not long ago I had to take a cat to surgery for vomiting and not eating. Radiographs showed something in the intestines that shouldn’t be there. During surgery I removed…
A number of cats have recently been brought in to see me because of vomiting. Although many things can cause this, one of the more common causes is hair elastics….
The number of raccoons with rabies is 12 and counting in Hamilton. This is a huge concern, and a reminder of why it is important to get your pets vaccinated…
We wish everyone, including our furry friends, health and happiness in 2016.