Morriston Vet Clinic

06/19/2024

Visit the link below to learn more about the signs of heat stroke and how it can be prevented ☀️Stay cool out there!

With the province experiencing a heat wave this week, remember to keep your pet safe. Pets have a limited capacity to deal with the heat, and they can quickly become overwhelmed, leading to heat stroke (learn more about the signs and symptoms at www.ovma.org/petcare/pet-safety-tips). If you see an animal left in a hot car in distress, call 911.

05/15/2024

As the presence of coyotes and foxes continue to increase throughout the urban and residential areas, so does the prevalence of the parasites they carry, including the zoonotic tapeworm Echinococcus multilocularis. This means more domestic dogs are now at risk — along with their owners.
Dogs can become infected with this parasite by eating infected rodents. Humans become infected through the accidental ingestion of E. multilocularis eggs, causing serious internal damage and possible death.
E.multilocularis is treated with praziquantel, the same pet medication that is used to treat other tapeworm species. This medication can be given to your dog by mouth or as an injection.
If you have questions about E.multilocularis or general parasite prevention, give us a call at 519 766 9494

05/02/2024

Call us with any questions you may have about parasite prevention 📞 519 766 9494

Lyme disease is a serious tick-borne illness that can cause ongoing health issues in animals, including swollen joints, lameness and muscle pain. In serious cases, it can also lead to kidney failure. To protect your pet, speak to your veterinarian about parasite prevention.

04/15/2024

What is Echinococcus multilocularis?
It’s a tapeworm that is typically found in wild animals, including coyotes, rodents, and foxes that can easily infect dogs and humans, leading to severe illness and/or death.
With a widespread of EM in southern Ontario, it’s important to keep your dog healthy and protected.

How can you protect your pet?
💚Praziquantel is a monthly oral treatment to control infections.
💚 Keep an eye on your pet while they’re outside to help prevent them eating rodents, fox, and coyote droppings.
💚 Dog owners should also wash their hands regularly, especially after handling p**p and petting their fur.

Have any questions? Feel free to call us!

04/12/2024

Don’t forget to order your pet’s parasite prevention 🐾 Any questions, give us a call!

Spring is here and so is parasite season! To keep your pets safe, make an appointment to talk to your veterinarian about parasite prevention, including options to help protect your pet from heartworm, fleas and ticks.

04/04/2024

Ticks have been found in almost every region of Canada, so it’s recommended to have your pet on a tick preventative to avoid illness and diseases, including Lyme Disease.
Give us a call if you have questions about tick control! 519-766-9494.


Source: Geographic Expansion - Tick Talk (ticktalkcanada.com)

03/25/2024

Tick Talk! Did you guess right?
A recently published Canadian study showed that blacklegged ticks infected with the Lyme disease causing bacteria are more likely to survive winter temperatures and are the first ones to “wake up” on warmer days during cooler months.
If you have any questions or looking for more information on tick prevention for your pets, please give us a call at 519-766-9494.


Source: Seasonality of Ticks - Tick Talk (ticktalkcanada.com)

03/18/2024

Did you know that March is National Tick Awareness Month?
It’s important to be informed about ticks and the potential hazards they may cause to both pets and people. Here are some tips on how to keep your pet protected.

If you have any questions or want to book an appointment, please give us a call at 519-766-9494.

01/05/2024

Your holiday decorations might be taken down by now but we thought festive Argo was too cute not to share! 🎄🎁
We hope your new year has been off to a good start!

01/04/2024

We hope the start of your new year is better than Nova’s! 😆🧼🛁

We love your pet photos! Keep sharing with us for a chance to be reposted 💚

12/31/2023

Thank you to all of our wonderful clients for such a great year. May this year bring endless tail wags, purrs, and plenty of wet nose kisses. 🐾💚
From all of us at MVC, we wish you and your furry family members a very happy and healthy 2024! ✨🎉

12/11/2023

Lenny is either counting down the days until Christmas or counting down the seconds until his hat comes off ⏰ Show off your pet’s festive outfits in the comments! ❤️💚🐾

10/08/2023

On behalf of all of us at Morriston Vet Clinic, Barry, and Boots, we hope you have a very happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

08/10/2023

Barry the Laundry Lion 🦁🧺 From cozy blankets to stacks of sheets, Barry conquers new laundry territory by catching Zs and fur-ociously sweet dreams 😴 Just don’t expect him to wash or fold anything

07/28/2023

Thank you to our wonderful clients for letting us know that our website is down.
We’re looking into it and hope to have it up and running again soon.

Please give us a call if you have any questions or looking to book at appointment at 519-766-9494.

Our clinic hours this week are:
Monday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday - 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Thank you!

06/15/2023

Let's outsmart ticks!
Did you know? Ticks can be active when temperatures reach 4 degrees, regardless of the month! April through October are the most active periods in our area so it's recommended to have your pet on a tick preventative to avoid illness and diseases, including Lyme Disease. Give us a call if you have questions about tick control!

06/04/2023

“Is that a cat carrier?!” 🙀 “I’m not going!” - Cashmere.
How does your pet feel about going to the vet?!
Happy Sunday!☀️

05/10/2023

Our clinic cats Barry and Boots make laundry look so cute! But how well do you think they can fold?🤔

04/28/2023

Thanks to the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, here’s video on how to properly remove a tick from your pet. If you have any questions or concerns, always feel free to give us a call at 519-766-9494.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aafRyAGzD6Q

04/18/2023

Ticks are back! If your furry loved one is spending time outside, it’s strongly recommended to have your pet on a tick preventative to avoid illness and diseases. Give us a call and ask about !

04/11/2023

If you're not sure when your pet is due for an annual exam and/or vaccines, please give us a call at 519-766-9494 and we will be happy to check for you 🐾

03/14/2023

Tick season is ramping up. Although most tick bites are harmless, some can transmit harmful diseases such as Lyme disease that affect both humans and animals. To protect both yourself and your pet, be sure to always check for ticks after being outside and speak to your veterinarian about parasite prevention.


Credit to: Ontario Veterinary Medical Association

02/14/2023

Happy Valentine’s Day! 🐾💕

02/14/2023

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02/09/2023

Sharing this cutie Raven to brighten up this rainy Thursday! ☀️
Want to see your pet featured on our Facebook and Instagram? Be sure to tag us on your photos! 💚

02/03/2023

10 week old Snow needed reassurance that “it wasn’t going to hurt”… Brenna took care of that 💚 a hug makes everything better!

01/27/2023

Did you know that ticks are still active even in 4°C weather? With these unpredictable weather patterns, it’s important to keep your pet protected. If you have questions about and how to prevent in the cooler months, give us a call!

01/19/2023

Although it’s winter, we’re still treating patients with ticks!
It’s recommended to do a tick check whenever you come in from outdoor
activities, regardless of whether your pet is on tick preventative or not. Pay extra
attention to their belly, limbs, toes and head.

If you’re looking to get your pet on a tick preventative, give us a call.

For more information on ticks and your pet, visit:
https://www.petsandticks.com/ticks-101

01/16/2023

What is Echinococcus multilocularis?
It’s a tapeworm that is typically found in wild animals, including coyotes, rodents, and foxes that can easily infect dogs and humans, leading to severe illness and/or death.
With a widespread of EM in southern Ontario, there’s never been a better time to protect your pet. What can you do?
Ask us about praziquantel, a monthly treatment for your dog or cat to help prevent and fight the infection
Keep an eye on your pet while they’re outside to help prevent them eating rodents or fox & coyote droppings
Dog owners to wash their hands regularly, especially after handling p**p and petting their fur

Have any questions? Feel free to call us!

12/31/2022

Happy New Year from all of us at MVC! Thank you for such a wonderful year. Wishing you and your pets a happy and healthy 2023! ✨