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Whatever costumes your children choose for Halloween this year, there’s a good chance your human family members will want to involve your pets in on the fun. And, while some pets will enjoy being part of the festivities (and might not even mind wearing costumes), the...

With cooler autumn temperatures, we may think that external parasites go underground. This is not the case! Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes can harbour in your home or garage over the winter and spread deadly diseases year-round. Plus, if the temperature rises above 35...

Cats can be enigmatic creatures, and many owners of cats become frustrated when their feline friends display seemingly erratic or aggressive behaviour. The key to managing an aggressive cat is understanding cat aggression and knowing the signs that your cat could be...

The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) has proclaimed September as Animal Pain Awareness Month. Since pets can't talk and let us know if something's wrong, it's important to recognize signs of pain and discomfort. Signs of pain in pets Through...

Separation anxiety, while relatively common in pets, may be mistaken for other issues. For example, inappropriate elimination is often chalked up to spite or a urinary tract infection, juvenile behaviour may destroy the furniture, and pain may be the culprit behind...

Medicating your pet can be a challenge and turn into a big mess, depending on the medication. Gel capsules, eye drops, ear ointments, or liquid medications have all been spat out, gagged up, or avoided through biting, scratching, or alligator rolling. We at Grey Bruce...

Cats: They’re curious, mysterious, and fiercely independent. And, while we can’t completely unlock the mystery that is your feline friend, we can provide guidance on caring for your cat through her lifetime. Here’s your guide to basic feline veterinary care. Your...

Cushing’s disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism (HAC), is an endocrine disorder that causes excessive production of the hormone cortisol, which is produced when the pituitary gland in the brain sends information to the adrenal glands in the abdomen. HAC can...

Canine bloat, also known as gastric dilation-volvulus (GVD), is a fatal condition when left untreated. GVD occurs when a dog’s stomach becomes blocked, and gas and fluid accumulate, causing the stomach to stretch to many times its normal size. The bloated stomach...

If you’ve ever invited guests into your home only to have your excited dog leave a puddle of urine in the entryway, you aren’t alone. Excitement urination is triggered by overstimulation and excitement during greetings or play sessions. Different than submissive...