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National Cat Herder’s Day

December 15, 2019

Today, December 15th, is Cat Herder’s Day! It’s also National Lemon Cupcake Day. If there’s one thing we are sure of, it’s that eating cupcakes is much easier than herding … Read More »

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Holiday Gifts for Dogs

December 1, 2019

Have you finished your holiday shopping yet? Or are you waiting for the last minute? No matter which category you fall into, don’t forget to get something for Fido. Your … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care Tagged dog bed, dog classes, dog clothing, dog gift ideas, dog gifts, dog grooming, dog grooming supplies, dog toys, dog training, dog treats, gift ideas for dogs, gift ideas for your dog, gifts for dogs, travel supplies for dogs, veterinarian London ON, veterinarian South London area
Fido’s Thanksgiving Plans

November 15, 2019

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Do you have your holiday plans finalized yet? We suspect your dog has his schedule worked out! A London, ON vet discusses Fido’s Turkey … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care Tagged dog begging, dog begging behavior, dog belly rubs, dog care tips, dog exercise, dog greeting visitors, dog health, dog nap, dog safe on Thanksgiving, keeping dog safe on Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving dog care, Thanksgiving dog safety, vets London ON, vets South London area
Cold Weather Care for Senior Kitties

November 1, 2019

Love it or hate it, winter is on the way. Your feline friend may have a fur coat on, but she’s still susceptible to cold, especially as she ages. Read … Read More »

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7 Things To Do With Your Dog This Fall

October 15, 2019

Autumn is here! It’s always nice to enjoy fall’s beautiful color and cool breezes after a long, hot summer. As you make your plans for the next few weeks, don’t … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care Tagged autumn dog activities, autumn dog care, dog activities, dog cold weather care, dog photography, dog play, dog snack, dog walk, dog walking safety, dog winter care, outdoor dog activities, outdoor dog safety, pet clinic London ON, pet clinic South London ON, playing with dog, things to do with dogs
Kitty Anxiety

October 1, 2019

Did you know that cats can suffer from anxiety? You may not think that this would be much of a problem for kitties. After all, Fluffy spends the vast majority … Read More »

Posted in Behavior, Cat Care, General Health Tagged anxious cat, anxious cats, can cats get anxiety, cat anxiety, cat behavior, cat depression, cat health, cat stress, causes of anxiety in cats, does my cat have anxiety, feline anxiety, feline behavior, signs of anxiety in cats, treating anxiety in cats, veterinary clinic London ON, veterinary clinic South London ON
Caring for a Dog With Arthritis

September 15, 2019

Have you noticed your dog limping lately? Is Fido taking longer to get up and down than he used to? If so, your pooch may be developing arthritis. This is … Read More »

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4 Things We Will Never Understand About Cats

September 1, 2019

Kitties are rather perplexing little furballs. In fact, Fluffy is a bit of an enigma. Our feline pals have had scientists scratching their heads for decades, if not centuries, and … Read More »

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National Dog Day

August 15, 2019

There’s a special howliday coming up: National Dog Day is August 26th! While we think dogs should be celebrated every day, this is a great time to score some extra … Read More »

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Is Your Cat Stressed?

August 1, 2019

Cats have a reputation for being aloof, but in actuality, they are very emotional, and are susceptible to stress and anxiety, just like people. Major changes, illnesses, friction with other … Read More »

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