October 4–10, 2026 is Animal Health Week, an annual national campaign organized by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) to promote animal health and responsible animal ownership across Canada. At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital (BBVSH), Animal Health Week is
A few extra pounds may not seem significant, especially when a pet otherwise appears happy and healthy. But carrying excess weight can affect much more than how a dog or cat looks. October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month, an opportunity
Every October, veterinary hospitals across Canada celebrate Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) Month — an opportunity to recognize the knowledge, skill and important role RVTs bring to veterinary medicine. At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital (BBVSH) in Surrey, RVTs are an
For many dog owners, an episode of diarrhea is an inconvenience that resolves within a day or two. But when digestive problems continue for weeks—or keep coming back despite treatment—they may be a sign of something much more complex. Chronic
When a pet is seriously ill, injured, or facing the end of life, families often find themselves navigating some of the most emotional moments they will ever experience. Veterinary medicine has always focused on caring for animals, but increasingly, veterinary
Pain is something every pet owner hopes their dog or cat never experiences. Most people think of pain management as something that happens after surgery, following an injury, or once a medical condition has already been diagnosed. But one of
Most pet owners have heard of tetanus, often referred to as “lockjaw,” but many are surprised to learn that dogs and cats can develop the disease as well. Fortunately, tetanus is relatively uncommon in companion animals. Dogs and cats are
Summer in British Columbia means more time outdoors, more lake days, more swimming, and more adventures with our dogs. While most dogs love these activities, there is one warm-weather condition that can catch owners by surprise: swimmer’s tail. Also known
Emergencies rarely happen when we’re expecting them. A dog cuts a paw on a hiking trail. A cat suddenly begins struggling to breathe. A pet has a seizure in the middle of the night. A curious puppy gets into something they
