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Next Monday September 30th we will be closing at 3:00PM for Inventory.
Sorry for any inconvenience.
Today is a special day to remember those who have left paw prints on our hearts.🐾 On this Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, we honor the beautiful souls who have crossed over. May their memories bring us comfort and remind us of the unconditional love they shared. Forever in our thoughts. ❤
Love,
Your RVC Team❤
Below is a video of a parasite egg from a fecal sample that has "hatched" and is now a larvae. From here they will either become a nymph or an adult depending on which parasite it is.
How can your animal get parasites?
Some organisms enter an animal when it swallows contaminated food or water and others can burrow through the skin.
How do you find parasites?
For large and small animals, in order to find what parasite is disturbing your animal, we would have to perform a fecal float. Sometimes we have to send the sample to a lab as they have more equipment to determine which parasite exactly,
How do you know your pet has parasites?
Symptoms for dogs and cats but are not limited to:
Scooting bum on floor, licking bum, distended belly, loose stool, physically see worms coming out of their bum or in their poop. To the worse extent, refusal to eat and lethargic.
Symptoms for large animals, but are not limited to:
Diarrhea, not eating, lethargic, weight loss and poor hair coat.
Disclaimer: These symptoms may be a start of a parasite infection, but they are symptoms of many other diseases your animals could encounter. Please see a veterinarian if your animal is showing any of these symptoms.
How can you get rid of parasites?
DEWORM! DEWORM! DEWORM!
Please see a veterinarian if your animal is showing any of these symptoms listed above. Call us @ 403-843-2234 if you have any questions 🙂
As new born babies start to arrive, here are a few tips to help you catch signs of illness early.
Don't hesitate to reach out to our team if you have any questions!
Brrrrr... it's cold out here!!!
Here is a great tip on antifreeze! It is toxic to pets but they attracted to the sweet taste. Make sure it is stored safely so they cannot access it!
Call the clinic if you suspect your pet has ingested antifreeze.
Mixed animal practice providing exceptional care for small and large animals, including cats, dogs, equine, and farm or large animals.
