Downtown Animal Hospital Hamilton

This weeks #petsoftheweek are Cow and Sav! They were very good for their first vaccines and love their new crinkle ball!

This weeks #petoftheweek is Remmy! This little guy wasn’t feeling great when he came in but after a few hours of fluids and some medication, he was eating like a champ! We’re glad he’s feeling better! Wait til the end for the “Om nom noms”! 😸 . . . . . . . . #petowners #vetlife #vetmed #veterinarycare #petsofinstagram #petlovers #veterinarian #cute #catsofinstagram #kittens #catlover #emergencymedicine

Does anyone know what’s going on here? This little friend is having his anal glands expressed! Animals have two sacs on the left and right side of the anus. These sacs fill with fluid that have a very distinct but unique odour. These sacs are usually expressed on their own when the animal has a bowel movement and most pets will have no issues. Sometimes these glands can become impacted, or infected which will require a bit of assistance emptying and can sometimes even require medical treatment such as flushing and antibiotics. As you can see, the “fluid” in this dogs anal glands was quite solid in texture and the glands were very full! They would not have been able to empty on their own. He definitely felt much better after this! If you think your pet may have an anal gland issue (they are scooting their bum and/or you notice a foul fishy odour) give us a call! 905 521 9404

These cuties were singing to each other the other day!

It’s easy to make friends when your this cute 🥹 Jellybean and Dot are the sweetest! . . . . . . #dogsofinstagram #petsofinstagram #dogstagram #petlovers #veterinarymedicine #dogs #veterinary #petowners

Happy Tuesday! Last week we delivered 7 (that’s ALOT!) French Bulldog puppies by emergency C-section! All puppies and the mother did extremely well! Did you know that pretty much all French bulldogs are born via C-section? This is due to their unique body shape. They have large heads and deep chests, and wide shoulders that don’t allow for the to easily fit through the birthing canal and their at risk of getting stuck! This is why it is so important to have a plan with a veterinarian in place of your Frenchie becomes pregnant. Always do your research! . . . . . . . #pet #veterinary #petsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #vetlife #petsafety #veterinarian #techlife #vet #petowners #veterinarymedicine #petstagram #petlovers #petoftheweek #dogs #petowner #training #puppies #doglover #surgery #spayandneuter #spay #neuter #safety #emergencymedicine #prevention

Happy Tuesday! Please enjoy this cutie “Kat” talking up a storm after her dental procedure! . . . . . . . . . . #cats #pet #vetlife #petstagram #catstagram #catsofinstagram #surgery #petowner #kittens #vettech #pets #veterinarian #petowners #petsafety #animal #vetmed #Vetlife #cat #catlover #veterinary #petlovers #veterinarymedicine

Time for lunch! This weeks #pet(s)oftheweek goes to Beans, Buttons, Tudball, and Pickles! Their sister Swiggins also deserves an honourable mention but she was not in the video as she was a little to groggy to join her brothers for lunch. These little rascals gathered round to enjoy a meal once recovered from their neuter surgeries! Aren’t they just the cutest? 😻 . . . . . . . . .#petoftheweek #pet #petstagram #kittens #cats #catsofinstagram #catstagram #vet #vetlife #veterinary #veterinarymedicine #surgery #spay #spayandneuter #neuter #petlovers #petowner

Certain types of mushrooms such as the wild ones growing along hiking trails or even in our own backyards can be very harmful to pets. Keep your pets away from wild mushrooms and remove any that you discover growing in your yard or along your usual walking route.

Do you know what there are? If you guessed EAR MITES, then you are correct! Ear mites are little parasites that live in the ear canals of both cats and dogs. (More commonly seen in cats) they are highly contagious and cause a lot of itching and discomfort! This is not a life threatening condition, but it does require treatment to clear up the infestation. Some indications that your pet may have ear mites include: *head shaking *scratching the ears *drooping of the ears *dark brown material in the ears (resembling coffee grounds) *inflammation The only way to know for sure is to have your veterinarian observe them under a microscope! . . . . . . . #vet #vetlife veterinarian #kitten #kittens_of_instagram #kittens_of_world #earmites

How excited are we all that the sun is shining and summer is coming?Unfortunately with beautiful warm weather come some yucky little pests that just love our pets. Tick season is upon us! Here is a quick demonstration on how to properly remove a tick if found on your pet. If you are uncomfortable doing this yourself, call your veterinarian to remove it for you; we are always happy to help! As well as being downright gross, ticks can carry a variety of diseases that can be transmitted to your pet making them very sick. It is important to have a tick removed right away if found but just as important to try to prevent the bites in the first place. Some ways to keep your pet safe from ticks this summer include: ☀️walking your dog on paved paths or areas with SHORT grass ☀️Inspecting your pets fur after all outdoor activities ☀️Preventative medication! Having your pet on a trusted flea and tick preventive medication is the best way to keep your furry friend safe from ticks and the diseases they may be carrying. Talk to your veterinarian about the best medication for your pet and stay safe this summer! . . . . .#veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #vetlife #dogsandcats #petownersofinstagram #petlovers