Pet Care Blog

Pet owners are a curious bunch and always eager to learn more about how to care for their pets. We love the questions you ask us at your appointments! It prompts us to publish new blogs regularly to help any pet owner. We hope you enjoy the latest updates on our Pet Care blog. Feel free to connect if you have a topic you’d like us to write about.

Seasonal Allergies in Pets | Dr. Cliff Worldwide Vet on Global News

Seasonal Allergies in Dogs

Seasonal allergies in dogs present very differently than in humans, with itchy hives forming on the lower half of their body. They are a lifelong challenge that pet owners must approach proactively. Here's what you need to know.
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Ticks and Lyme Disease in Pets

In Ontario, ticks are most active in the spring and summer. However, they easily come out of hibernation and form swarms when temperatures hover above freezing even for a few days. Consequently, pet owners must remain vigilant about ticks and Lyme Disease year-round.
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Treating Dogs with CBD

Ever since marijuana was legalized in Canada, pet owners have inquired about administering it to their pets. Veterinarians have recently started recommending CBD for certain conditions. While the science behind it is in its infancy, we can make some educated guesses.
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Are We Over-Vaccinating Pets?

Pet owners often worry about over-vaccinating their pets in order to keep them protected from diseases. The science behind pet vaccination is forever evolving and the best way to stay on top of it all is to ask your vet lots of questions. Here are some general guidelines.
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Feeding your Pet a Raw Food Diet

Before transitioning pets to a raw food diet, pet owners should consider all the associated risks. These include nutritional deficiencies, parasite and bacterial infections, along with potentially shorter life spans.
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Should You Buy Pet Insurance?

Every pet owner believes their pet will be healthy forever. In reality, you may need to visit a vet after an unplanned accident or when your pet suffers a serious disease. Without insurance, decisions about treatment will rest squarely on your financial ability to pay.
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Household routines will soon change as the pandemic lockdowns lift. People will return to work and dogs will once again, go back to being on their own at home. Is yours ready for this transition? Here's more information about separation anxiety in dogs.
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Housetraining a Puppy

Housetraining a puppy is the most important skill you can teach a young dog so it can take care of itself and your home. However, housetraining can quickly kill the joy of dog ownership unless you know what you are doing. Here are a few pointers on how to start.
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Trimming Your Cat’s Nails

Scratching objects is part of a cat's natural instincts. Trimming their nails regularly will help keep your cat from wrecking furniture around the house. Here is how to get started.
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