Each April, National Organ and Tissue Awareness Week encourages thoughtful conversations about how donation can save lives and strengthen health care for generations to come. While this important awareness often centres on human medicine, it also offers an opportunity to
April is Heartworm Prevention Month, an important reminder for pet owners across British Columbia to stay proactive about protecting their pets from heartworm disease—a serious and potentially fatal condition that can quietly progress before symptoms become obvious. Heartworm disease is
When a pet isn’t feeling well and the signs don’t point to a simple explanation, it can be an emotional and uncertain time for families. Changes in appetite, energy, digestion, or breathing may develop slowly or appear suddenly, leaving pet
You love your pet. We love medicine. Here’s the part no one enjoys talking about: the cost. When you bring an animal into your life, you’re choosing their healthcare, too—vaccines, prevention, the occasional midnight scare, and sometimes big, unexpected problems.
Congenital heart disease refers to structural abnormalities of the heart or major blood vessels that are present at birth. These conditions develop during fetal growth, before a puppy or kitten is born, and may be influenced by genetics, environmental factors,
Xylitol is a sugar substitute increasingly found in everyday household products, and while it is safe for people, it poses a serious and potentially life-threatening risk to dogs. As xylitol appears in more foods, dental products, and medications, accidental exposure
March is Pet Poison Prevention Month, a time to highlight the everyday substances that can pose serious health risks to pets and to reinforce the importance of recognising toxic exposures early. Pets share our homes, our routines, and our spaces—which
Most pet owners know that brushing a dog’s or cat’s teeth can help reduce plaque and bad breath—but dental health goes far beyond daily home care. February, recognized as Pet Dental Health Month, is an opportunity to look more closely
Imaging a beating heart Echocardiography (heart ultrasound) is a tool we use regularly to see the heart structure and function in real time in our pet patients. But when questions are complex or when surgical or interventional planning is being
