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September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Would you know if your pet was in pain? Watch for these common signs and let ...
09/01/2026

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month.
Would you know if your pet was in pain?

Watch for these common signs and let us know if we can help.
Decreased activity: Reluctance to go on walks, climb stairs or jump on furniture
Behaviour changes: Increased hiding, aggression, or irritability when handled
Grooming changes: Excessive licking of a specific spot or a decrease in overall grooming
Vocalizing: Whining, howling or unusual purring and meowing

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07/19/2026

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U-ntil
N-oon
D-o Nothing
A-ll Day
Y-awn 🤭

Happy Birthday Ford! 🎉🎂🎈🎁
07/16/2026

Happy Birthday Ford! 🎉🎂🎈🎁

You may have noticed that the air quality hasn't been the best this week due to the multiple wildfires across Ontario. B...
07/15/2026

You may have noticed that the air quality hasn't been the best this week due to the multiple wildfires across Ontario. But what does that mean for your pet? 🐶😺🐾

Poor air quality can affect your pets much like it affects people, primarily impacting the heart and lungs. While we can wear masks outdoors to help reduce smoke exposure, our pets can't, which can put them at greater risk.

Brachycephalic (short-muzzled) breeds are especially vulnerable to poor air quality. Pets with pre-existing conditions such as heart disease, asthma, or other heart and lung conditions are also at a higher risk of experiencing complications from smoke exposure.

👀 What should you watch for? 👀

Common signs of smoke exposure include irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, which may cause redness, watering, or discomfort. You may also notice coughing, gagging, an increased breathing rate even while at rest, or difficulty breathing.

The best way to protect your pet is to minimize their exposure to poor air quality. Keep them indoors as much as possible, close windows and doors, and limit outdoor time to quick bathroom breaks only. Avoid strenuous activities such as running, hiking, or long walks until air quality improves. If possible, use an air purifier or high-quality air filter indoors to help keep the air cleaner.

Looking for ways to keep your pup entertained indoors? Try one of these enrichment activities:

🐾 Snuffle mats
🐾 Muffin tin games
🐾 Lick mats
🐾 Hide-and-seek with treats
🐾 DIY obstacle or agility courses
🐾 Trick training sessions

If you have any concerns about your pet's breathing or notice any of the signs listed above, don't hesitate to give us a call. We're here to help!

Happy National Dog Dad day!! 🐾🐶🐕🐩Let's celebrate the dog dads, feel free to drop a picture in the comments!! ⬇
06/14/2026

Happy National Dog Dad day!! 🐾🐶🐕🐩

Let's celebrate the dog dads, feel free to drop a picture in the comments!! ⬇

June is National Foster a Pet Month! 🐾This June, we would like to share one of our staff members' foster fail stories.Re...
06/11/2026

June is National Foster a Pet Month! 🐾

This June, we would like to share one of our staff members' foster fail stories.
Remi first came into the emergency clinic where one of our staff members worked at the time. She had suffered a severely broken leg and unfortunately required an amputation.

After her surgery, Remi needed a foster home that could provide a little extra care. Along with love and support, she needed medication, physiotherapy, and someone patient enough to help her learn how to navigate life on three legs.

Remi prefers a quieter lifestyle. While she enjoys joining in on her furry siblings' adventures and running around from time to time, she is just as happy on a short hike or a calm morning paddleboarding session. At the end of the day, though, her favorite place is curled up on the couch being a true couch potato.

Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding experience. While saying goodbye can be difficult when a foster pet finds their forever home, there is something special about watching them grow, heal, and thrive. Seeing them matched with the family that was meant for them makes every moment worthwhile.

As Remi's story shows, sometimes fostering does not end with goodbye. Sometimes a foster pet finds their forever home exactly where they are, and what starts as a temporary arrangement becomes a lifelong bond. ❤️🐾

How many ticks have we seen this year? How about mosquitoes? 🦟So far this year, we have performed 247 4DX tests (a scree...
06/10/2026

How many ticks have we seen this year? How about mosquitoes? 🦟

So far this year, we have performed 247 4DX tests (a screening test for tick-borne diseases and heartworm).

Of those 247 tests:

🐾 23 pets tested positive for a tick-borne disease 😮
🐾 1 pet tested positive for heartworm 😮

We are often asked whether ticks are a risk in our area. While every pet's situation is different, these numbers highlight why parasite prevention remains an important part of your pet's healthcare.

There are several tick-borne diseases that can affect dogs, including Lyme disease, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma. Left untreated, these diseases can lead to serious health problems ranging from joint pain and chronic illness to kidney damage and other complications.

The good news is that you cannot catch Lyme disease directly from a dog that has tested positive! If your dog has been exposed to ticks carrying Lyme disease, it may indicate that you have been in an area where infected ticks are present as well, so doing head to toe tick checks on both you and your dog are recommended 🕵️‍♀️

✅ Prevention is key

Because both tick exposure and mosquito exposure can occur throughout much of the year, we recommend keeping your pet on veterinarian-recommended parasite prevention year-round. Regular screening tests help us detect infections early and ensure your pet stays healthy.

Have you found any ticks on your pets this year? Let us know in the comments! Have the mosquitoes been bad in your neighbourhood this season?

Today is International Corgi Day! 🐶Today we celebrate one of our patients Willow! Willow is the sweetest dog ever, she i...
06/04/2026

Today is International Corgi Day! 🐶

Today we celebrate one of our patients Willow! Willow is the sweetest dog ever, she is a complete snuggle bum who always wants to be close to her family. She is a fierce protector with a bark that is surprisingly loud for such a little lady! 🥰

Corgi’s are known for being strong, athletic and lively. They are a herding breed that tends to be affectionate and make great companions. They are small and tend to only be about 10 to 12 inches at the shoulder. 🐾

They often have big dog dreams in a small dog body, they have VERY big personalities despite being small. They have short legs, but don’t let that fool you, they are surprisingly quick and agile and Willow here is no different! When she walks into the clinic you can just tell how bright she is by the way she is working out how to get our staff to offer her a beef liver treat.🍖

They are very bright, somewhat sensitive dogs that enjoy playing with their human family and ted to respond very well to training. 🎓

These dogs are bred to move cattle, they are fearless and independent, they tend to be vigilant watch dogs. They make great pets for active families that put time into their needs for activity and togetherness, they are very loyal and loving when their needs are being met 👑

Also a fun fact:
Did you know that “Corgi” roughly translates to “dwarf dog” in Welsh.

Show us a picture of your favourite Corgi below!⬇⬇⬇

June is National Pet Preparedness Month 🐶:We want to help you get a great first aid kit ready for you and your pup while...
06/03/2026

June is National Pet Preparedness Month 🐶:

We want to help you get a great first aid kit ready for you and your pup while you are hiking this summer, take it with you, leave it in your vehicle or take with you in a backpack. 🎒

Always ensure that your phone is charged prior to your trip as well as that you have told someone where you will be going.

Some important items that you should have on you:

- One meal in case you get stuck out later than you planned
- Water, and lots of it, both cool and room temperature, cool water is good for your dog to drink throughout the day on a day trip, however cool water can also be used to cool a dog if they are displaying symptoms of heat stroke.
- Medications – Take any medications that your pet is on with you, you should have at least one dose in case you get stuck out longer then planned.
- A tick Twister (This is always good to have on hand as we know that ticks are everywhere)
- Telfa Non-Adherent Pad
- Vet wrap
- Gauze wrap
- A dose of Benadryl (In case your pet gets stung and has facial swelling while out, please ask us the dose for your specific pet)
- Muzzle, basket muzzle if your pet is muzzle trained and wearing it on the walk or a small fabric one is compact and easy to store that you can slip on in the event of an emergency. If your dog is friendly, this may seem like a step you want to skip, however if your pet seriously injures itself it may not feel like being carried/moved and often times injured animals do bite, so ensuring that you as the first-aider is safe is a great step, not worrying about being bitten allows you to focus more on getting your pet the help they need.
- Thermometer (In case of heat stroke)
- Quick Stop (To stop bleeding of toenails that your pet could potentially hurt on the walk)
- An extra leash in case yours breaks
- A copy of your pets vaccine certificate.
- If your pet requires an “as needed” Medication (Ex. Pain medication for limp, seizure medications etc.) You should always carry a dose with you.
- Keep a charged phone with you at all times and before you go, look up the closest emergency clinic to where you are going and pre-save the phone number and location into your phone and GPS.
- Having a tracking device on your pet is beneficial for if you were to get separated in an emergency.
The Veterinary Partner website has fantastic information regarding how to handle certain emergencies and different first aid essentials for different things.

There are many great first aid kits that you can buy to carry with you online, however ensuring that you have everything you need and things tailored to your specific pet and needs is always best.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions about what you should bring for your pet!

A good credible website for more information is Veterinary Partner. It has several articles that will help you better understand how to deal with various emergencies as well as good information that is updated regularly and is the most current information.

https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951311&f5=1

Today is National Greyhound Day! 🐾Today, we’re excited to introduce Sydney! A beautiful Australian Greyhound who was lov...
06/02/2026

Today is National Greyhound Day! 🐾

Today, we’re excited to introduce Sydney! A beautiful Australian Greyhound who was lovingly adopted by two of our wonderful clients after retiring from his racing career. We are so grateful to have Sydney as part of our clinic family and proud to care for such a special boy.

National Greyhound Day is celebrated annually on June 2nd and helps raise awareness for the rescue and adoption of retired racing greyhounds. After their racing careers end, many of these gentle dogs can unfortunately become displaced or abandoned. Thankfully, adoption agencies and sighthound charities work tirelessly to help them find safe and loving forever homes, just like Sydney found with his family. If you are looking for a new dog, consider adopting one of these gentle giants!

Before his adoption, Sydney raced under the name “Gold,” potentially inspired by his beautiful colouring. He was flown all the way to Ontario from Australia, where his new family welcomed him with open arms. From the moment he arrived, Sydney settled into home life wonderfully. He is cuddly, expressive, playful, and shares a special bond with his Saluki brother, Valentino.

Despite their incredible speed on the track, Greyhounds are famously gentle, quiet, and affectionate dogs. They are often affectionately called the “40 mph couch potato.” Sydney is no exception! Most days, you’ll find him upside down in the softest spot he can claim in the house.

Like many retired racers, Sydney initially showed some reactivity toward cats due to his racing background and prey drive. With patience, consistency, and love, he has made wonderful progress, and the family cat can now confidently move around the home alongside him.

Sydney is the third retired Greyhound his family has rescued, and their love for the breed shines through in every way. They shared that their hearts and lives feel fuller because of these incredible dogs and we couldn’t agree more.

Happy National Greyhound Day to Sydney and all the amazing retired racers enjoying the loving homes they deserve. ❤️

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3881 Wallace Point Road
Peterborough, ON
K9J6Y3

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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