Mayfield Veterinary Clinic

01/24/2025

Mayfield Vet Clinic is beyond grateful to be awarded the Vetstrategy Community Grant that’s enabled us to support a cause close to our hearts. With this grant, we proudly presented a cheque for $1,500 to Charlotte County SPCA (New Brunswick).

Shelter Manager, Sharon says "we are a small shelter with a full time staff of 1 and 4 part time staff members, many volunteers and active hands on board. We receive no government or other types of funding, running solely on donations and fundraising we do ourselves. We take in stray and surrendered cats and dogs, they are all vetted and found new loving homes. We do not euthanize animals for space. When an animal arrives under our care, it remains with us until a suitable home has been found, unless a vet recommends euthanasia for health or behavioral issues, and is performed by a vet. We work closely with all three vet clinics in our area and value their support in our mission."

Anyone requiring assistance to feed their pet(s), can contact the program manager by calling the shelter at 506-465-7657. NOTE: Casey’s Cupboard is open for pick-up Thursday and Friday between 16:00 and 18:00 except holidays and requires 24 hours notice.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! Mayfield Vet Clinic would like to say thank you for the trust you place in our veterinary team throughout the year. We take pride in treating every pet that comes through our doors as our very own, and we extend our best wishes to you and yours for health and happiness in the coming year.

12/31/2024

New Year’s Eve is here and you know what that means, right? Loud celebrations everywhere!

How to keep your pet calm and happy:

1. Try to exercise your pet earlier in the day when there are less people in your neighborhood.
2. Keep your pet inside your home in a safe, comfortable, and familiar spot during the fireworks.
3. Provide a safe place inside for your pet to retreat if they are overwhelmed when you invite them outside. If your pet is happy in a crate and enjoys this as their safe spot, that can be a great option.
4. If utilizing a crate, you can cover it to remove and visual stimulation that could also upset your pet.
5. Always make sure your pets are wearing their ID tag on a properly fitting collar or harness, in case they manage to get out. If you haven’t already, be sure to get your pet microchipped, as it could help tremendously if your pet gets lost.
6. Give your pet something fun to engage with – like a frozen treat, stuffed KONG toy, puzzle, or their favorite toy!
7. Sound Therapy is another option that can be explored but it is important to note that it is most effective when you start playing music before the fireworks start. This will be best used at a time when your pet is feeling peaceful, comfortable, and relaxed. Continue to play the music as the festivities begin and your pet will begin to associate the music with that same feeling as before, making them feel more calm and content.
8. If your pet likes to be held, and finds it comforting, they may find themselves wanting to be in your arms during the loud celebrations. Be sure you’re able to do so safely and comfortably. We wouldn’t recommend holding a pet who doesn’t typically enjoy being held.

Have you tried all these methods and nothing seems to be working for your pet?
There is always the option of talking to your vet about possible medications that would help ease your pets discomfort. For more serious inquiries, please call us and speak with a doctor. There are many options available and we would be more than happy to discuss the best option for your specific pet.

12/27/2024

We will be closing today @ 2pm.

Have a great weekend!

12/25/2024

Happy holidays from our Mayfield Vet Clinic family to yours! Thank you for being a part of our community. We're looking forward to serving you in the new year!

12/24/2024

Holiday doggy diet dangers:

*Apple seeds – They contain a natural chemical (amygdalin) that releases cyanide when digested.
*Cooked bones (or antlers) – When it comes to bones, the danger is that cooked bones can easily splinter when chewed by your dog; the splinters can cause damage when chewed and/or swallowed. Bones can also crack or break your dog’s teeth.
*Candy & chewing gum – Not only does candy contain sugar, but it often contains xylitol, which can lead to the over-release of insulin, kidney failure, and worse.
*Chocolate – Chocolate usually contains caffeine as well as theobromine and theophylline, which can be toxic and cause panting, vomiting and diarrhea, and/or damage your dog’s heart and nervous systems.
*Citrus oil extracts – Can cause vomiting.
*Coffee – Caffeine can cause death if enough is ingested by your pet.
*Corn on the cob – While not toxic, the cob can get lodged in the small intestine, and if it’s not removed surgically, can prove fatal to your dog.
*Raw fish – The primary fish that you need to be careful about are salmon and trout. *Raw salmon can be fatal to dogs if the fish is infected with a certain parasite.
*Garlic – Garlic is related to onions, which are toxic for dogs.
*Grapes & raisins – Grapes contain a toxin that can cause severe liver damage and kidney failure.
*Hops – This beer ingredient can be bad for your dog. The consumption of hops cause panting, an increased heart rate, fever, seizures, and even death.
*Macadamia nuts – These contain a toxin that can inhibit locomotory activities, resulting in weakness, panting, swollen limbs, and tremors as well as possible damage to your canine’s digestive, nervous, and muscle systems.
*Shelled nuts – Although not toxic, one should never feed a dog nuts that are still in the shell as this can cause intestinal blockage.
*Onions & chives – These contain disulfides and sulfoxides (thiosulphate), both of which can cause anemia and damage red blood cells.
*Persimmons, peaches and plums– Pits can be a choking hazard, and seeds can be toxic.
*Rhubarb & tomato leaves – These contain oxalates, which can adversely affect digestive, nervous, and urinary systems.
*Ma*****na/Alcohol

12/24/2024

Avoid a catastrophe: Foods that spell trouble for your cat!

*Chocolate: Chocolate is dangerous to feed to cats as it usually contains caffeine as well as theobromine and theophylline, which can be toxic and cause heart arrhythmias, muscle tremors, or seizures.
*Citrus oil extracts: Can cause vomiting.
*Coffee, tea, energy drinks: These and other caffeinated drinks and foods can cause your cat to become restless, have rapid breathing, heart palpitations, or muscle tremors.
*Fat trimmings, raw meat, eggs, fish: There is a risk vomiting, diarrhea, salmonella or E. coli associated with these foods for some animals, especially when given improperly.
*Grapes and raisins: While cats are not likely to eat these, they can cause kidney damage and it’s best to keep these out of reach.
*Milk, cheese and other dairy products: Cats don’t tolerate dairy very well and can become lactose intolerant. Ingesting dairy products can cause vomiting and diarrhea for affected felines.
*Onions, garlic and chives: All members of the onion family can cause problems if eaten in large quantities, as these contain disulfides and sulfoxides (thiosulphate), both of which can cause anemia and damage red blood cells. Even meat products containing onion powder (such as some baby foods) are dangerous for cats.
*Rhubarb and tomato leaves: These contain oxalates, which can adversely affect digestive, nervous, and urinary systems.
*To***co: Ni****ne can damage your pet’s digestive and nervous systems, increase their heart rate, make them pass out, and ultimately result in death.
*Tuna: When made into cat food, tuna is fine for cats. But too much canned tuna (prepared for humans) can cause health problems for your cat.
*Yeast (on its own or in dough): Yeast rises, whether in your cat’s stomach or not, which can cause gas and discomfort.
*Ma*****na & Alcohol: Cause intoxication, lack of coordination, poor breathing, abnormal acidity and potentially even a coma or death.

Should you suspect your cat has ingested something toxic, call your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary clinic immediately. How quickly treatment is started can mean the difference between life and death.

12/23/2024

A reminder that our holiday hours begin tomorrow! We're open today until 4pm.

12/20/2024

From all of the staff at Mayfield Vet Clinic, we would like to say thank you for your generosity—we can’t overstate the impact of gifts just like yours! To learn more about Casey's Cupboard @ Charlotte County SPCA (New Brunswick) and the St. Stephen Food Bank , check out their page. Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with love, warmth, and happiness. Thank you for being a part of our community!

12/17/2024

Today is the last day to get your donations in! Thank you to everyone who's contributed to Casey's Cupboard and St. Stephen Food Bank so far!

12/11/2024

Last day for food orders + prescription requests: Weds Dec.18/24

12/10/2024

Help us fill our donation bins for the Volunteer Centre of Charlotte County/St.Stephen Food Bank & Casey's Cupboard Charlotte County SPCA (New Brunswick)

12/03/2024

Happy to have Kendra to help us out!

11/28/2024

Help us fill our donation bins for the Volunteer Centre of Charlotte County/St.Stephen Food Bank and Casey's Cupboard at the Charlotte County SPCA (New Brunswick)

11/27/2024

11/15/2024

We want to invite you to help us to fill our local Food Bank and Casey's Cupboard this holiday season. Please bring your food items or pet food donations to the clinic and make someone's holiday a little easier.

10/14/2024

The clinic will be closed today. Have a happy and safe holiday!