Lakewood Animal Hospital

08/24/2024

Winnie made our day more gold(en) when she came in for her spay surgery a few months ago 💛

08/22/2024

Is your dog or cat anxious while in clinic? If they have a valid client-patient relationship (meaning they've been seen within the past year) we can prescribe medication to help them be more relaxed.

The medication prescribed is often termed Pre-Visit Pharmaceutical (PVP).

Things to know:

Your veterinary team has prescribed an anti-anxiety medication to help make your pet more comfortable with their veterinary/grooming visits.

Why was this medication prescribed?

- To make your pet more comfortable about his/her visit to the vet
- To decrease your pet's fear of specific procedures such as vaccines or blood draws

Is this medication a sedative?

This medication was NOT prescribed to sedate your pet. While some sedation can be a normal side effect, the primary function is to decrease your dog's fear and anxiety so he/she can have a pleasant, Fear Free experience.

What should I expect?

There are many types of anti-anxiety medications and a wide variety of doses. Individual animals will respond differently to medications. As a result, we can see a range of normal responses from our pets. Once your pet takes this medication, in addition to a decrease in anxiety you may see:
- Drowsiness
- Dilated pupils and elevated third eyelids
- Slow movements, reluctance to move around, wanting to nap
- Slight instability walking, particularly up or down stairs

Although uncommon, occasionally pets may be more sensitive to these medications, leading to some more noticeable side effects such as:
- Substantial drowsiness that may last for several hours
- Mild urinary incontinence (leaking or accidents)
- Hyperactivity, pacing, whining or agitation

If present, do not be alarmed! Any side effects should resolve over the course of the day and these medications are extremely safe and used frequently. Please don't hesitate to call and let us know if you have any questions or concerns about your pet's response.

What if it doesn't work?

Due to the individual responses and the variety of medications and doses, we don't always get the response we are looking for the first time. In these situations, your veterinary team will discuss with you the next step. We will create a plan that works for your pet's unique needs!

We hope this helps you pet's next visit be a less stressful event. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to give the clinic a call at 306-545-6487

We are committed to making you and your pet's veterinary experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible!

If this is something you think your pet would benefit from for their next visit please contact the clinic at 306-545-6487, on the PetDesk app or by email at [email protected]

08/20/2024

Use caution if having your pets at the beach at this time of year. Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) is a major concern if ingested.

If you believe your pet has been in contact with Blue-Green algae please contact the clinic as soon as possible 306-545-6487.

08/19/2024

Happy Mastiff Monday from Maddie!

If you have a Mastiff we would love to see photos.

08/17/2024

Friendly reminder that all cats need to be in a carrier or on leash on when in the clinic. If on leash, please be aware of the other patients in the waiting room to ensure that your cat does not get stressed out.

We offer a few options to decrease their anxiety:

1. We have tables in our waiting room that are specifically for cats comfort - allowing them to remain higher than the dogs that may also be waiting can decrease the cats stress.

2. Option for concierge appointments - give us a call when you arrive and wait in the car until your veterinarian or technologist is ready for you.

08/15/2024

Sweet little Bo came in for an appointment with Dr. Walker this week. He was so well mannered and the cutest patient 💞

08/13/2024

We're Curious! What would your pet choose - beach, forest, camping, glamorous?

08/09/2024

Chewy is here to remind you that its National Cat Day!! 🐱

We want to see all your best and cutest cat photos! 🤍

08/05/2024

We are closed for Saskatchewan Day!

We will resume our normal hours on Tuesday, August 6th (7:30 am - 6:00 pm). Have a good long weekend 🌾

08/03/2024

Milton is VERY excited that it is the long weekend 🎉.

We are open today until 5:00 pm. Please plan your prescription and food pick ups accordingly.

08/01/2024

Beware of Foxtails on adventures with your pets! They are a definite cause of concern if your pet comes into contact with them. If you notice any unusual behavior from your pet post-walk please contact the clinic via 306-545-6487.

07/29/2024

Sometimes you need to stop and smell the flowers 🌸

We want to see your best flower filled pet photo!

07/26/2024

Interested in learning more about the requirements in order to travel with your dog to the United States? Scan this QR code to see the current requirements.

https://inspection.canada.ca/en/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/exports/pets/dogs-usa

07/22/2024

Happy Monday from the Lakewood Animal Hospital Team!

07/19/2024

Fun Fact Friday:

The act of kneading the ground/items in cats is called smurgling.

07/15/2024

We had Rock n' Roll royalty in the house for an appointment last week - everyone say hello to Elvis. He was such a sweetie for his examination with Dr. Eyford 🎼

07/12/2024

Sharing some warm weather tips with during the current heat wave! Stay safe everyone.

07/10/2024

Happy National Kitten Day!

If you have any kitten photos we'd love to see them 😻

07/08/2024

Answer: Two puppies!

Much to her owners surprise, Miss Daisy was adopted carrying some little bundles of joy. Her secret was discovered upon presentation for her spay procedure. How many puppies do you see?

07/04/2024

Our pets are our favorite adventure partners. Do you have any big adventures planned with your pets for the summer months?

07/01/2024

We are closed July 1st for Canada Day 🇨🇦

Our regular hours will resume on July 2nd.

06/29/2024

Just a reminder we are closed on Monday, July 1st for the long weekend. Please plan all prescription pick up's accordingly.

06/28/2024

Answer: A zipper with a pull from a pair of shorts.

Sometimes our pets like to eat things they shouldn't.. any ideas what this naughty (but still perfect) golden retriever got into?

06/25/2024

Our staff loves to spend time outside with our in-clinic patients like Charlie, who was visiting us for his neuter procedure.

06/21/2024

Dogtor Lou would like to tell you its National Take Your Dog to Work Day!

Do your pets go to work with you? If so, we’d love to hear stories or see photos!

06/20/2024

Happy Summer Solstice! Here are some of the lakewood pet crew enjoying their summer.

We’d love to see photos of your pets enjoying the warmer, sunny weather 🌞

06/19/2024

With all of the recent storms lately we figure it may be useful to share some tips and tricks for keeping pets calm ⛈

1.Provide a safe place for animals to be. This can be an area that the curtains and doors are closed creating a comforting environment.

2.Offer distractions in the form of puzzle feeders, bones or frozen meals (their regular food mixed with water or bone broth +/- appropriate healthy snacks)

3.Try a Thundershirt – This snug shirt wraps around your dog and applies gentle, constant pressure, similar to swaddling a baby. It can sooth some dogs into a calmer state.

4.Supplement the scary sounds with music, TV, or white noise.

5. Ask our team for help. If stormy weather affects your pet greatly please talk to your veterinarian about medically managing their scared behaviors.

06/13/2024

Have you or someone you know recently lost a beloved pet?

The Navigating Pet Loss workshop hosted by Community Veterinary Outreach on Thursday, June 13 acknowledges numerous forms of pet loss and will provide simple and effective ways to navigate this journey.

Register here:

Have you or someone you know recently lost a beloved pet? Do you experience feelings of grief?  Are you looking to find ways to support others in their grief? This Navigating Pet Loss Workshop acknowledges numerous forms of pet loss and will...

06/12/2024

Our cat friends find the most comfortable places to relax during their visits.

Penny made herself nice and comfortable in the sink while Dr.Cross did her exam! 😍