Strait Veterinary Hospital

06/15/2026

Signs of mental dysfunction in your older dog appear gradually, making it more difficult to recognize. Information from Cornell University offers recommendations for managing the symptoms and how you can conduct home assessments in-between regularly scheduled visits with your veterinarian.

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06/11/2026

Look what the catfish dragged in🎣

06/05/2026

Sometimes, a puppy’s immune system mistakes proteins for a potential threat and triggers an allergic reaction, like itching or skin redness. If your puppy’s experiencing signs like these, give us a call!

06/01/2026

“When these unique, easy to love, utterly golden facets of his personality began to dim, in conjunction with the clinical presentations of a life well-lived, I knew the time had come.”

When is the “right time” to say goodbye to a beloved pet? It’s one of the hardest questions any pet owner will ever face & one that doesn’t come with easy answers.

In her latest piece, CJ reflects on the loss of her cat, Tino, and shares an honest, compassionate look at end-of-life care, quality of life, and what it really means to give your pet a “good last day.” 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤? 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 '𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐝' 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐰𝐤 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 & 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟗𝟎𝟐 𝟔𝟐𝟓 𝟏𝟎𝟏𝟓

05/24/2026

Thank you to our Veterinary Assistants, Carmeline, CJ & Moriah🎉
Thank you for all that you do to keep the clinics running so smoothly from supporting our furry friends, keeping the clinics looking sparkling to supporting the staff
We all appreciate all that you do!

05/21/2026

Many puppy and kitten owners put their pet on adult food too soon. Don’t make the same mistake. Ask us about when your pet should make the switch.

05/11/2026

We will be closed Monday, May 18th for Victoria Day.

If you are an active client of Strait Veterinary Hospital or Baddeck Veterinary Clinic and your pet experiences an emergency during this closure, please call (902) 295-3440 to speak with our after-hours emergency service.

Thank you & have a great weekend!

05/06/2026

Why we need 48 hours (or more) to refill your pet’s prescription☎️🗒️

💊 Our Two-Step Verification System

After a refill is requested and approved, the medication is counted and checked by two members of our team to ensure safety and accuracy when dispensing.

💊 Controlled Medications

In keeping with Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association (NSVMA) regulations, controlled medications are strictly monitored and securely stored. Refills of controlled medications can only be authorized and dispensed by a doctor and require one to be on site in order to fill.

💊 Compounded Medication

Your pet may have been prescribed medication that has been customized to meet their specific needs, such as unique dosages, altering forms (e.g. turning pills to liquid) or adding flavours. These types of compounded medications are altered at a speciality pharmacy and are often a special order product.

It is important to keep track of your pet’s medication and when they will be due for a refill.

When tracking your pet’s medication:

🗓️ Check the upcoming month for holiday closures
✍🏻 Make a note on the calendar of when they are due for a refill
📱 Set up a reminder in your smart phone

To ensure your refill can be properly processed, we recommend calling in your pet’s prescription during regular WEEK DAY business hours. Once approved, prescriptions can be picked up during regular business hours including Saturday between 9am-12pm at both of our locations.

In addition to reading the dosage instructions on the label, please pay special attention to when your pet is due for their annual visit. Similar to a human pharmacy, an annual visit with your pet is required in order to continue refilling your pet’s regular prescription on schedule.

If your pet’s prescription label reads that an exam is due before the next refill or if the month and year of when the refills expire is drawing near, we recommend booking your pet’s annual when you pick up the latest refill or at least 2 months in advance.

📞 If you have any questions regarding your pet’s prescription refills, please reach out to us at (902) 625-5757

05/01/2026

Spring is here — and so are a few extra hazards for your furry family members! Keep your pets safe this season with these tips.