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Written by Allison Burgess, Clinic Manager McLean Animal Hospital, Scarborough, ON (more…)
Senior Pets Deserve Oral Care Too!
Written by Allison Burgess, Clinic Manager McLean Animal Hospital, Scarborough, ON
Facts About Ticks and Disease
Ticks are more than an unpleasant nuisance. They spread diseases that can pose a real threat to the health of your dog and sometimes humans, too.
Importance of Parasite Testing and What is Heartworm?
Spring will soon be here and many of us are excited about warmer weather and engaging in various outdoor activities, including spending time with our pets at the park or cottage. Before we rush out to enjoy the sun, it’s important to have our pets checked for gastrointestinal parasites, fleas...
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
Hyperthyroidism is a very common disease seen in cats when a portion of their thyroid gland(s) becomes overactive. Just like dogs, cats have two thyroid glands located on either side of the windpipe and regulate the body’s metabolism. Hyperthyroidism is diagnosed with a blood test that checks the thyroxine (T4)...
