New Perth Animal Hospital

08/28/2024

Tis the season, especially in the evening or after dark.

Do you know what to do if your dog gets skunked?

Skunks are notorious for their defense mechanism — a spray with an unmistakably pungent odor. Pet owners seldom witness their pets being sprayed by a skunk, but the smell is uniquely unpleasant.

Depending where on their body a dog gets sprayed, being skunked can generally be handled at home by decontaminating your dog with a special bathing formula. However, in some scenarios, a veterinary exam may be necessary.

Getting sprayed in the face can often cause eye irritation or damage. Dogs with multiple skunk spray exposures or a severe reaction to skunk spray could also develop dangerous anemia.

To learn more click the link below.
https://hubs.ly/Q02Lb1KD0

08/28/2024

"Ralph D Chito Esquire" wants EVERYONE to know he's waiting for treats. Hint: They're in the cupboard right above me!

08/08/2024

and here's one just for fun :)

Good luck!!! This one is HARD!!!
When you find the kitty write "Found it!"

08/07/2024

Cats do well with company but it is really important to introduce them properly. '3

Adopting a new cat can be a joyful but challenging experience, especially if you already have one or more cats at home. Before bringing a new cat into your household, consult with your veterinarian to determine if it's a good fit for your resident cat(s). For tips on introducing a new cat, download our intercat tension flyer at https://bit.ly/3WwES87.

07/23/2024

Our practice software is currently inaccessible meaning we are unable to bring up patient/client files, see our schedule or check our follow up list. We are actively working to get our computers back up and running but please be patient with us in the meantime! We are still seeing patients, but doing our best with pen and paper until everything is back up and running. :( :(

07/19/2024

Some very important information for those pet owners who are planning to cross the border into the United States after August 1st. Please read this if it might apply to you.

Changes to US canine importation rules continue to confuse, confound and stress people, but progress is being made. A substantial set of changes

07/18/2024

"The Art and the Artist"... Looks like Bird's been busy. Who knew she could make an entire canine companion from her very own fur?

07/15/2024

Prince Edward Island has such a wonderful network of trails. For all of our "dog people" who love the outdoors, check out the following tips to make your next hike even better. And for those of you who don't have a dog, find a friend to go with you, or better yet, borrow a dog!
Check out the reel below which was prepared with the support of Merck Animal Health.

07/08/2024

Who could resist an evening snuggle with this loveable (and super photogenic) fellow? You're one of the best, Pilot

07/07/2024

Dr. Dave always welcomes an extra hand (or in this case paw!) when entering his notes on patient medical files. We're not sure how many of our Golden Retriever patients have been trained to use computer veterinary software but Ruby looks pretty interested and pretty computer savvy. Perhaps she's more interested in exactly what Dr. Dave has to say about her. What do YOU think?

07/06/2024

Here are photos of Louie immediately after BOAS surgery with Dr. Claudia. BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome, most often seen in flat faced breeds. Surgery is directed at correction of up to 3 problems which can often occur together - stenotic nares where nostrils appear "pinched closed", elongated soft palate where the soft tissue of the palate droops down and obstructs the airway, and everted laryngeal saccules which usually only occur if the breathing difficulty has been going on longer. Louie had surgery for his longer than ideal soft palate at the same time as his neuter surgery and his owner graciously gave us permission to share photos.

06/25/2024

And putting out a request to all of the thoroughly amazing clients in our New Perth Animal Hospital family... PLEASE SHARE

05/25/2024

Microchipping a pet really does give some peace of mind. It can be important for pets that go outside but also for the indoor cat who might accidentally get out and could be even more likely to become lost.
And if your pet is microchipped, please remember to keep your contact information up to date if it should change.

May is Chip Your Pet Month, which makes it an ideal time to learn more about microchipping your cat. Sometimes, cats may wander far from home or get lost. Getting your cat microchipped can significantly increase the likelihood of finding them in case they go missing. Read about microchipping your cat and other essentials at https://bit.ly/38lHe2O.

05/21/2024

Say hello to a dozen pretty chill puppies!

05/17/2024

Our team believe in enrichment for ALL species. Here Brandy's dog helps keep life interesting for his neighbour's calf!

04/05/2024

Once again we are experiencing issues with our phone lines. We have reported this to our phone providers and are hoping to get it fixed as soon as possible. If you need to get through to us please call the clinic cell phone at 902-326-1800.

04/01/2024

We seem to be experiencing some issues with our phone lines this afternoon. We are working to get it fixed, but in the meantime we are open our normal hours until 5:30pm today. If you need to reach us please phone 902-326-1800 or email us at [email protected].

***Update: As of 4:00pm it seems like our phone lines are working again :)

03/10/2024

Hope everyone got the "message".

02/22/2024

What YOU can do to help your pet live their happiest, healthiest life...❤️🐱🐶🐦🐰

With changes to recommended vaccine schedules you might find that unlike in years past we’re not always updating vaccines at annual exams. This has led to some questions as to why we still like to see your pets yearly and what we’re actually doing at an annual exam. Read on for an explanation of...

02/18/2024

Not here yet and not in Canada, but still very interesting, isn't it?

For the first time, the FDA has indicated a willingness to endorse a longevity drug

02/18/2024

Did you know that February is Dental Health Month?

Is brushing your cat’s teeth stressful? Does your cat disappear at the sound of the toothpaste tube opening? If the answer to either question is yes, see our step-by-step instructions designed to help make brushing your cat’s teeth easier at https://bit.ly/3StA7cm.

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine's Day from a very sweet patient (who always thanks us with an amazing photo)

02/10/2024

By taking proactive steps to maintain their pet s ’ dental health, pet parents can significantly contribute to their pet s ’ overall health and...

02/05/2024

New Perth Animal Hospital will be closed today due to weather and road conditions. Weather isn't supposed to settle down until tonight and we'll all have a lot of snow to shovel. All of today's appointments will need to be rescheduled but we'll make space to fit in everyone this week. Please stay safe everyone.

01/28/2024

Dr. Dave's and Dr. Claudia's cats, Izzy and Moe love being up high.

Your cat’s physical and emotional needs are essential to a high quality of life. One way to address these needs is to have elevated spaces. By providing access to an elevated area, your cat can monitor their environment and feel secure. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2RFmBT7.

01/27/2024

Did you know that January is Train Your Dog Month? (as if every month isn't!)

New owners can positively enforce their pets’ household behavior and enrich the environment their pet is in

01/25/2024

Now, just how cute is THIS? Today's hospitalized patients included not one, but TWO Bernese Mountain Dogs and here are the doggy "p**p bags" belonging to one of them! (PS P**p bags don't often make us smile but these ones had us all chuckling 😉💩 )

01/23/2024

Check out this article on sedation and anesthesia on our website and let us know if you have any questions or comments.

Having a pet undergo a sedated or anesthetized procedure can be a scary time for a pet owner. Read below to learn more about what the difference between sedation and anesthesia is, how they can benefit your pet and things you can do to better prepare your pet for such a procedure. Sedation vs. Anest...

01/20/2024

https://youtu.be/3Ie0C-cFagg?si=GDjjGH5kblblLPCm
Might not be quite as clear as we had hoped but a short video tour of the hospital is now up on our website.

We recently created a video tour of the New Perth Animal Hospital in New Perth, PEI