Mothballs are among the most toxic things in an ordinary home, and almost nobody stores them that way. A single one can make a dog or cat seriously unwell, and the effects often appear a day or two late. If your pet eats
Thanksgiving brings the foods that fill veterinary hospitals every October: fatty turkey skin and gravy, cooked bones, onion and garlic in the stuffing, grapes and raisins in the salads and desserts, and sugar-free bakin
Vancouver loses more than two hours of daylight across September, and most of it goes from the evening. The walk that finished in daylight in August finishes in the dark by early October. That shift raises three practica
Book the health side of a boarding stay two to four weeks ahead, not the week before. That window allows time for a wellness exam, for any vaccines a facility requires to take effect, for parasite prevention to be curren
If your dog is sprayed by a skunk, keep them outdoors, stop them rubbing their face, and check whether spray reached the eyes or mouth. Squinting, red eyes, heavy drooling, retching or a bite wound all warrant a veterina
Most stings in dogs and cats cause mild, local swelling and pain that settle within a day. Watch for facial or muzzle swelling, hives, vomiting, weakness, or trouble breathing, which can signal an allergic reaction. If t
If your dog or cat has bad breath, yellow or brown tartar, red or bleeding
Senior pet care means adjusting your dog or cat’s routine as they age, usually around
As spring settles into Vancouver’s West Side, dogs and cats spend more time outdoors near
Keeping your indoor cat safe requires extra vigilance when spring arrives in the Dunbar neighbourhood.
Spring in the Dunbar neighbourhood offers an ideal setting for new puppy owners to begin
As spring brings warmer weather to the Dunbar neighbourhood, senior dogs and cats benefit from
Spring fills Dunbar gardens and Vancouver homes with fresh flowers, but many popular spring plants
Winter in Dunbar tends to mean shorter walks, more time indoors, and for some pets,
Dunbar’s residential streets, garden-filled yards, and proximity to green spaces like Chaldecott Park make it
Exercise, such as walks, runs, or playtime, is frequently the first thing that springs to
Despite their tiny size, parasites like worms, fleas, and ticks can do a great deal
Pets are often full of energy and curiosity, but sometimes their adventurous spirit can lead
As pet owners, we all want our furry friends to stay happy and healthy, but
