Hillaton Pet Resort

11/07/2024

Reminder to all of our current clients that we will be temporarily closing our boarding services starting in December, 2024, for the year of 2025. The last day for daycare, before the new year, will be December 20th, 2024, then we close for the holiday season. We will be extending this closure a few weeks until the beginning of February 2025, when we will reopen (just daycare).
Also, for perspective clients, with our pending leave and reduced available services, we are continuing to not take any new clients at this time. Thanks all 🐾❤️

11/04/2024

FYI: For anyone looking for boarding for the holiday season 2024 and Spring 2025. Chantelle is awesome and Fisher always enjoyed his stays there when I use to travel for work!

10/28/2024

⚠️ Final Update - Sorry for the delay, busy morning / afternoon - this incident has since been cleared.
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⚠️🚥 TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚥⚠️

Emergency crews are on scene and responding to a report of a 2 vehicle MVA with entrapment along Highway 221 near the intersection of Gibson Woods Road in Gibson Woods.

Please avoid the area and expect delays.

Adrian J.

10/25/2024

Reminder that rifle season starts today in Nova Scotia so it’s time to get your orange on! Make sure both you and your pup are wearing hunter’s orange in the woods! Stay on the marked trails and keep your dog on leash! Avoid hiking at dawn and dusk when visibility is poor. The season is from today until December 6th.

10/18/2024

Hunting season is upon us! Make sure you and your dog are wearing your blaze orange 🧡

The Valley has so many excellent "off road" trails to explore with your dog , but this time of year we urg you to make sure you know where you are walking and be aware that hunting seasons is upon us.

TIPS for keeping you and your dog safe while still enjoying nature's finest:

🍁Check the calendar - know the hunting season opening and closing dates for where you live.
(Deer hunting season for muzzleloaders and crossbows began Sept. 28th with general deer rifle season opening Oct. 30th until Dec 5th)

🍁Be visible and draw attention to you and your dog by wearing orange, reflective gear, lights, and/or bells.

🍁Ensure your dog will respond to recall commands if they are off leash, or better yet, keep your dog leashed at all times during this time of year when out on trails.

🍁Make sure you know where you are walking and plan an alternate route in case you notice there are hunters in the immediate area.

10/12/2024

Reminder that we are open normal hours next week October 15-18, but will be closed October 22-25 for our vacation. Note that the dates have changed from what we originally posted in January and our vacation is not starting on Oct 16th, but the next week now, due to a change in travel plans. Thanks!

10/12/2024

It's Thanksgiving weekend, and that means it's going to be busy at the Metro Animal Emergency Clinic! But we're fully staffed around the clock until Tuesday at 4pm for emergency, urgent and non- critical care.

Remember - you can check up to date wait times on our website! Go to maec.ca to get real time estimates for emergency, urgent and non- critical care.

Have a safe and fun Thanksgiving weekend!

Your Metro Animal Emergency Clinic Team 😊

10/08/2024

Love Thanksgiving gatherings? Not a fan of turkey? We have plenty of large roasting chickens (6-7lb) in stock, great for small - medium family get togethers!

These birds are frozen so make sure to give yourself time to defrost for the weekend! Reach out to secure yours. Call/text 902-680-2212 or message direct on Facebook / Instagram 🐓❤️

09/26/2024

A reminder, as October approaches, that we will be taking a one week break from October 21-25. This is our only planned closure for the Autumn 2024 season. If you’d like a make up day for the week before or after, just let us know. Thanks!

09/19/2024

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is a condition commonly referred to as bloat. This is a critical medical issue for dogs, which can be fatal if left untreated.

Bloat happens when gas or food stretches a dog's stomach. The distended stomach rotates, trapping the gas inside, and blocking off the stomach's blood supply. This can develop quickly, without warning, and requires immediate medical attention.

Here are a few ways you can help prevent bloat:

🐶 Encourage your dog to eat slowly
🐶 Feed smaller controlled portions
🐶 Don’t feed them right after exercise or when over-excited/panting heavily
🐶 Keep them at a healthy weight

If you suspect your dog has bloat, contact Maritime at (902) 932-0838.

09/12/2024

⚠️ Final Update - The road has since re-opened.
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⚠️ Update - Prolonged Road closure is expected, crews remain on scene.
EHS Lifeflight has also been called to the scene.
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⚠️🚥 TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚥⚠️

Emergency crews are on scene of a motorcycle accident along Highway 221 in Canning.

Please avoid the area between Pleasant St & Pereau while emergency crews are on scene.

Adrian J.

09/10/2024

Friends! We need your help! Due to poor weather and cancelled markets this weekend we are over stocked on fresh and frozen chicken as well as eggs.

Because of this we have decided to start our fall sale a little earlier than usual. Starting now, September 8th get your whole birds for $4.99/lb, breast pieces and quarters for $5.75/lb. Now is the time to stock your freezers for the year! Place your orders by DM here, or by phone / text 902-680-2212

09/04/2024

It always seems like as soon as the calendar turns from August to September, fall is immediately in the air! And with it comes concerns about leptospirosis.

Although it is possible to contract leptospirosis in any season it is far more prevalent in the autumn. Leptospirosis (often referred to as lepto) is a bacteria that is most commonly shed through urine of wild animals, with raccoons and rats being big sources. Puddles and other stagnant pools of water can contain leptospirosis, so not allowing your dog to drink from these and cleaning their paws after walking may limit exposure. Since wildlife spreads lepto, it can be found in the woods, city streets or even your own backyard through contaminated soil or water.

There is more than one strain of leptospirosis and since it can attack different systems in the body, not all symptoms are the same for all dogs. Some signs you may see with initial onset :

- Vomiting

- Diarrhea

- Fever

- Inappetance ( refusal to eat)

- Stiffness/seems painful/reluctant to move easily

- Weakness/lethargy/lack of energy

- " Not himself/herself"

Remember that not all dogs display all symptoms.

Vaccines are available. The vaccine does not protect against all strains but it is the very best protection possible for our canine friends. The time to vaccinate is BEFORE leptospirosis season, so check with your family veterinary team to see if your dog is up to date or if vaccinating is the right choice for your dog. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

It is still possible to contract lepto even with vaccines. As well, it is important to note that lepto is a zoonotic disease - that means it is transmissable to humans. Lepto can be fatal. Early treatment gives the best chance of a successful recovery, so if you suspect your dog may have leptospirosis contact your veterinary team or the Metro Animal Emergency Clinic immediately.

08/30/2024

08/28/2024

Due to unforeseen circumstances we need to adjust our closure dates for October, 2024. We will now be closed from Monday, October 21, 2024 to Friday, October 25, 2024, instead of Wednesday, October 16 until Wednesday, October 23. Thanks!