I attended of the most respectful veterinary conferences in Las Vegas. For 87 years, the WVC (Western Veterinary Conference) Annual Conference has been among the most highly anticipated events in the veterinary community – and for good reason. More than a conference, it has become an industry...
Download our ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Mobile App APCC by ASPCA The ASPCA APCC free mobile app provides a wealth of knowledge in the palm of your hand. With quick access to potentially life-saving information and our hotline 24/7/365, the ASPCA APCC app helps keep your...
E-cigarettes are sparking heated debates as lawmakers, medical professionals and industry grapple over the relative safety of the nicotine-delivering devices. But for pet owners, there is no debate. Nicotine poses a serious threat of poisoning to dogs and cats, and e-cigarettes back a powerful punch....
5 Most Common People Medications that are Harmful to Pets by Khuly, Patricia Medications that are beneficial for humans may cause unpleasant side effects in our dogs and cats. You should avoid giving your pet people medicine because even a small amount can result in serious illness...
Hiss! Yeow! If you've ever been startled by these sounds, then you've probably witnessed a catfight between your usually tolerant tabbies. Your first reaction was probably to grab one of your cats by the scruff of the neck, putting a quick end to the terrifying tango...
The ongoing epidemic of Ebola in West Africa has raised several questions about how the disease affects the animal population, and in particular, the risk to household pets.While the available information suggests the virus may be found in several kinds of animals, CDC, the U.S. Department of...
Typically, once pets are 7 years old or older, they’re considered seniors. And as your pet ages, you may start noticing some lifestyle or behavior changes that could signal a problem or need attention. If you notice any of these signs in your pet, watch...
The clinical trial, being led by the University of Guelph Ontario Veterinary College and McMaster University’s Immunology Research Center, is using vaccines that may lead to cancer treatment for both animals and humans. BY VETERINARY PRACTICE NEWS EDITORS Published: 2014.11.04 06:42 AM UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH Maci, a 12-year-old cat, was...
This letter, from a client, appeared in in the September-October 2014 issue of the AVMA magazine. From time to time the ABVMA (Alberta Veterinary Medical Association) receives letters from pet owners wanting to publicly thank their veterinary team for excellent service. We haven’t printed these previously...
Introducing a new Veterinary Service in Calgary: Cat Vet At Home Did you know that many cats do not get their regular exam. This is not surprise to me. What is quite surprising is the fact that up to 60 % of the cat population will...