Petzoic Vet

Ferrets deserve more than just one day of celebration! 🥰 While National Ferret Day was yesterday, we believe these adorable, mischievous pets deserve love all year round. 🐾 At Petzoic Vet Hospital, we love seeing ferrets for their check-ups, health care, and all the cuddles in between. If you have a ferret at home, drop a 💚 in the comments! #petzoicvet #calgary #vethospital #petcare #petzoicvethospital #ferret

Meet Bones, a 2-year-old mixed breed who had an unexpected surprise—30 days after a porcupine encounter! 😲 Although numerous quills were removed at another hospital, his owner recently noticed a small dark spot protruding from the conjunctiva of his eye. Knowing that quills can sometimes migrate over time, they brought him in for a closer look. Dr. Vander Pol sedated Bones and carefully explored the area. Sure enough, a quill had made its way to the surface! With minimal bleeding and only mild tearing of the conjunctiva, the quill was successfully removed. Now, Bones is on the mend and ready for his next adventure—hopefully, porcupine-free! 🔎 Pet Parent Tip: If your pet has had a porcupine encounter, quills can travel through the body and resurface weeks or even months later. Keep an eye out for any unusual bumps, irritation, or discomfort, and book a vet visit if something seems off! #Petzoicvet #VetCare #porcupine #calgary #canada #vethospital

🐾 Cinnamon’s First Vet Visit! 🐾 Cinnamon had only been with her new family for an hour when they brought her to Petzoic Vet to find a good kitten food! 🏡💛 During her checkup, Dr. Jan discovered that Cinnamon had ear mites—tiny parasites that can cause serious irritation and infection if left untreated. But no worries, we got her started on treatment right away with a deep ear cleaning and medication to clear them out! ✨ She also got her vaccinations and a nail trim—a true glow-up on day one! 😻 Thinking of adding a new baby pet to your family? Bring them in for a new pet exam to ensure they’re happy, healthy, and off to the best start! 🩺🐾 📍 Book an appointment with us today! #Petzoicvet #VetCare #HealthyPets #Kitten #calgary

Meet Ernie, a 7-year-old Great Pyrenees who took his coyote-chasing adventures a little too far. After running off and later being found unable to put weight on his hind leg, Ernie’s owner knew something was wrong. During his orthopedic consultation with Dr. Pinel, the whole clinic heard a loud POP—a telltale sign of a meniscal tear. This happens when the cartilage in a dog’s knee gets damaged, often alongside a torn ligament (similar to an ACL injury in humans). Signs of a Meniscal Injury in Dogs: 🐕 Limping or lameness, especially after activity 🔊 A noticeable click or pop when the leg moves 🦵 Swelling around the knee 😖 Knee pain, especially when bent or straightened To get Ernie back on his paws, Dr. Pinel recommended TPLO surgery, meniscal debridement, and rehab at Petfinity. With the right care, this big guy will be back to his happy, adventurous self soon! 🩺 If your pup is limping or showing signs of knee pain, early diagnosis is key! Book a consultation with our team at Petzoic Vet. #PetzoicVet #OrthopedicCare #DogInjury #TPLO #MeniscalTear #VetCare

🚨 Cold Weather = Tick Season Continues! 🚨 Did you know? Ticks become active at just 4°C and will keep searching for a host until temperatures drop consistently lower. That means your pet is still at risk—including exposure to Lyme disease! 🦠 During a grooming session, an owner spotted several ticks on their dog. After a thorough exam, the Petzoic Vet team removed six adult ticks and started them on NexGard Spectra for prevention and treatment. 🏥🐶 Why does this matter? ⚠️ Ticks carry Lyme disease, which can cause fever, joint pain, and serious complications if left untreated. ⚠️ There is no cure for Lyme disease in pets—only management of painful symptoms. Prevention is key! 🦠 Protect your pet now! Book a parasite prevention appointment today. ✔️ #TickSeason #LymeDisease #ProtectYourPet #VetCare #petzoicvet

It’s #FerretFriday! 🐾 Nugget visited for a recheck after an arrhythmia was noted at her last check-up. Her IDEXX Canada CardioPet ECG was normal, but a faint heart murmur was detected today. We’ve recommended an echocardiogram (❤️ ultrasound), especially if it worsens, and will monitor her closely. Of course, Nugget couldn’t soak up all the attention—Chicken had to jump in too! 🐾💕 These two prove you can’t have one without the other! #petzoicvet #calgary #vethospital #petcare #petzoicvethospital

🐾 Meet Skoki, a sweet Labrador with a penchant for squeaky toys! 🎾 2024 kicked off with Skoki having two surgeries to remove a toy squeaker and a mass of cherry pits and stems. Despite his owners’ diligent efforts to keep his surroundings safe, Skoki’s adventures had him vomiting two more squeakers in the autumn. Although he appeared normal and it being days since his last vomiting and dry heaving, Skoki’s parents sensed something was amiss. X-rays initially showed a peculiar gas pattern in his colon but no obvious foreign bodies. Faced with options to either monitor or pursue diagnostics, Skoki, as if on cue, vomited in the exam room. This prompted an x-ray contrast study, which, after several hours, revealed the squeaker distinctly in his stomach. 🐕🔍 Our skilled vet induced vomiting, successfully retrieving the squeaker encased in a squirrel head toy that had been in Skoki’s stomach for weeks. This intervention, guided by the owner’s intuition and our vet’s expertise, spared Skoki a third surgery in 2024. Here’s to many more safe and healthy adventures, Skoki! ✨💕 #petzoicvet #calgary #vethospital #petcare #petzoicvethospital