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Feeding Tips for Your Pet

Posted on by Denise Elliott, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVN

Providing optimal nutrition is a key component to keeping our pets healthy. This applies, not only to the diet that we select to feed our beloved pets, but also to how we store and provide the diet to them. At the store … Continue reading

Nutrition Needs Differ Depending on the Size of Your Puppy

Posted on by Denise Elliott, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVN

I have received several questions recently on what diet to feed large and giant breed puppies.  There are several key differences between large and giant breed puppies compared to small breed puppies, and nutrition can be optimized to provide for … Continue reading

My Aging Labs

Posted on by Denise Elliott, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVN

My eldest Labrador turned 15 in May. He is an amazingly intelligent dog and we have been through so much together. In his older years, he has been an incredible mentor for my two younger Labradors. We have been fortunate, due … Continue reading

Protecting Your Pet and Family from Salmonella Poisoning

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Salmonella sure has been in the news a lot lately, and not just for the eggs that have been recalled. There have also been several Pet foods recalled because of the potential for contamination with Salmonella.  So just what or … Continue reading

Adding Up Those Extra Calories

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Have you ever stopped to consider how many treats, snacks and extra calories you give to your Pet?  We all know that overweight and obesity are increasing in humans, and the same is true for our Pet cats and dogs.  … Continue reading

Feeding Your New Puppy or Kitten

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Spring and early summer are peak periods for the acquisition or adoption of many puppies and kittens into loving families.  For some families, this is the first time they have owned a Pet.  There are many things to consider in … Continue reading

Dealing With a Flea Infestation

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Flea season is in full swing.  I never fully appreciated just how miserable fleas must make our dogs and cats feel until I too suffered the full effects of infestation. I was just about to start my residency program and had … Continue reading

Keeping Indoor Cats Happy

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I have always loved cats immensely, and I spent my childhood trying to tame every stray, barn cat and kitten I could find – I have the scratches and scars to prove it!    I also have vivid memories of my … Continue reading

Tips for Exercising Your Cat

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The magic and mystery, the sheer pleasure and joy that cats bring to our lives are no surprise to those of us that have chosen to cohabit with them.  As cat people we love them unconditionally; from clipping their nails, … Continue reading

Create an Exercise Plan for Your Pet

Posted on by Denise Elliott, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVN

For most parts of the country, spring is finally here! Along with the spring cleaning and wardrobe purge, many of us are motivated to get outside and enjoy the daffodils emerging, the birds returning and the brilliant rays of sunshine. … Continue reading

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