Emerald Hills Veterinary Clinic

09/01/2024

🐾 Sunday Cartoon 🐕🐱

08/30/2024

📢 HEADS UP!

08/29/2024

SAFETEY TIPS FOR THE LONG WEEKEND! 🐾

As the September long weekend approaches, here’s some reminders on how to keep your pets safe and happy:

1. Travel Smart 🚗
-Car Safety: Secure pets in a crate or with a seatbelt. Bring their favorite toys and water. 🧸💧
-ID Check: Ensure your pet has a collar with an ID tag and is microchipped. 🏷️🔍

2. Avoid Hazards ⚠️
-Food: Skip sharing holiday treats; many are harmful to pets. 🍫🚫
-Fireworks: Keep pets indoors during fireworks to avoid anxiety. 🎆🏠

3. Outdoor Fun 🌳
-Weather: Provide water, shade, and avoid overexertion. 💦☂️
-Pests: Use flea and tick prevention. 🐕🦟

4. Health Check 🩺
-Monitor: Watch for changes in behavior or health. 👀
-Emergency Kit: Have a pet first aid kit and know the nearest emergency vet. 🆘🚑

Enjoy the long weekend! For any concerns or advice, contact us at 780-328-6452 🐶❤️

08/27/2024

🐱How to introduce a new cat to other cats in your home!

Living with multiple cats can be rewarding, but it also comes with challenges, such as intercat tension. Recognizing and addressing this tension is crucial for maintaining the health and happiness of your cats. What is Intercat Tension? Intercat tension refers to social tension between cats and is

08/25/2024

🐾 Sunday Cartoon 🐕

08/13/2024

Some very helpful resources available to everyone! 🐱🐶

Did you know that we have over 60 free resources on our website? This includes behaviour guides for dogs, cats, rabbits and other companion animals.

Read our latest resource: Cat Behaviour Guide - Playing With Your Cat. You'll discover the importance of play and some tips on how to make play exciting for your feline bestie 😻

Click here to read ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Z0bOaT

To check out all our other resources, visit: https://bit.ly/4dCXw3Q

08/08/2024

🐱✨ Happy World Cat Day! ✨🐱

Today, we celebrate our feline overlords! In ancient Egypt, cats were treated like gods. Bastet, the goddess of home, fertility, and protection, was famously depicted with a cat’s head.

So, here’s to our modern-day gods and goddesses of the couch, be sure to give your cat extra love and treats today! 🐾👑

In honor of this special day please share your kitty photos below or direct message us on Instagram!

08/07/2024

Another good resource page for lost or found pets in the Edmonton area!

Lost or found a pet in Edmonton? Report it to PawBoost here: pawboost.com/fb/edmonton_ab

Please LIKE this page so you can be in on the search when dogs, cats, birds & other pets are lost near you. Together, we can help more missing animals get home safe :)

Curious how PawBoost works? Read our FAQs here: pawboost.com/blog/pawboost-faqs/

Best of luck!!

08/07/2024

This is for Edmonton but worth a read!

Hello! Humans! Where are you? We want to come home.

These are just a few of the beautiful faces in shelter who are eager to reunite with their humans. Have you seen them?

If you wish to claim a pet or view a deceased animal, please contact 311 to book an appointment. Please note, we are a reunification centre, not an adoption facility.

𝗣𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: Please make sure to keep your pet's license and ID up-to-date so should they get out it is easier for them to be reunited with you. Licences are required in the City for cats and dogs 6 months of age and older.
edmonton.ca/licenseyourpet

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗱/𝗻𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱. “Fixing” your pet prevents unwanted litters, improves overall health and reduces aggression in dogs. Even indoor cats should be spayed or neutered as they can easily slip outdoors.

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹: Thank you for all you do to help animals in our community. Please remember that not every animal you find is lost, it may be closer to home than you realize.

We ask that if you have found an animal that you take the steps to try to reunite the animal with its humans, and add them to the COE Lost and Found page. Please note that appointments are required to bring an animal into the facility.

We appreciate your support and understanding and ask that citizens hold animals if able, (as opposed to bringing them into the facility) and post them on our Lost and
Found Pets page.

To look for your animal or to post a found animal visit https://edmontonacccpets.shelterbuddy.com/search/searchResults.asp?s=found&searchType=2&animalType=94%2C1%2C81%2C2%2C2%2C15%2C83%2C3%2C3%2C16%2C4%2C21%2C85%2C15%2C77%2C74%2C16%2C86%2C79%2C73%2C19&datelostfoundmonth=6&datelostfoundday=28&datelostfoundyear=2024&state=52&find%2Dsubmitbtn=Find+Animals&pagesize=16&task=view&searchTypeId=2&tpage=3

𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁:
https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/pets...

08/04/2024

🐾 Sunday Cartoon 🐱

07/31/2024

❓ Did you know that today is National Mutt Day? Also known as National Mixed Breed Dog Day, it was created in 2005 by Celebrity Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate Colleen Paige. The day is celebrated on both July 31st and December 2nd. National Mutt Day is all about embracing, saving, and celebrating mixed breed dogs. Please join Shepherd mix Sunny in celebrating this special day by sharing your magical mutt pics below! 🐕

07/30/2024

🏆 CHEECH – JULY'S MVP OF THE MONTH! 🏆

Meet Cheech, a lovable 8-year-old Border Collie mix with an irresistibly cuddly personality. Adopted as an adult from less-than-ideal circumstances by her fur mom, Brooke, Cheech has never let her past slow her down. Instead, she’s on a mission to share her serene vibes with everyone she meets—even at the vet!

At the clinic, Cheech prefers to lounge in the lap of any available RVT during nail trims, urine collections, and even blood draws. At home, she loves playing with her ball (or more accurately, hiding it in her blanket) and watching the world go by from her perch on top of the couch.

We could all benefit from Cheech’s Zen outlook on life, and that’s why she is July’s MVP!

07/26/2024

WILDNorth's heart goes out to all those impacted by the Jasper wildfires 🧡

We are ready and available to help any wildlife found in and around the Jasper area that were adversely affected by the wildfires. As the largest and northernmost wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center in Alberta, we are equipped to treat patients as needed. However, we are not anticipating a substantial increase in patient intakes due to the wildfires. Wildlife instinctively move away from the fires, and there are fewer people in the area to find wildlife for us to assist.

If you, or someone you know, find a wild animal in need, please call our Wildlife Helpline at 780-914-4118 for assistance.

07/25/2024

UPDATE: Huge thanks to all those who have responded and who have allowed me to add their name to my list of possible emergency placements. We are ok for now but will keep everyone updated as we can.

HELP NEEDED!!!
We have been contacted by some of the first evacuees from the fires in the north who have managed to find accommodation for themselves but not for their pets. If you are able to provide some short term care for a displaced pet, please text Cheryl B at 780-523-7525. Most urgent need right now is for an adult German shepherd.

07/24/2024

📢 FYI!

Starting August 1, 2024, new rules apply for dogs entering the US from Canada. These rules apply to all forms of travel. All dogs entering the US directly from Canada will be required to meet the following CDC requirements:

✔️Be at least 6 months old.

✔️Appear healthy upon arrival.

✔️Have been vaccinated against rabies in Canada and be current on their rabies vaccination.
⚠️If your dog is even one day late for its rabies vaccination, there will be a 28-day waiting period following re-vaccination before your dog is allowed entry into the US.

✔️Have not been in a country at high-risk for dog rabies during the 6 months before travel to the US.

✔️Have an ISO-compliant or universally readable microchip.
⚠️All microchips implanted at Emerald Hills Veterinary Clinic ARE ISO-compliant. If you are unsure if your dog’s microchip is ISO-compliant or universally readable, contact the microchip manufacturer or purchase and provide your own microchip scanner when entering the US. If the microchip cannot be scanned on arrival, your dog may be denied entry.

✔️Have a CDC Dog Import Form receipt. We have included the link to this form below.
⚠️It is the OWNER’s RESPONSIBILITY to submit this form through the CDC website and obtain the required receipt. A form must be submitted for each dog and for every entry into the US.
*This form includes an owner declaration to the effect that your dog has not traveled outside of Canada in the previous 6 months. Supporting documentation is not required at the time of the declaration. However, the US reserves the right to ask for supporting documentation at the time of entry. It is not clear what documentation will suffice for this purpose, but it is recommended by some that owners keep and take with them their vaccination certificates and invoices for veterinary services for the previous 6-12 months.

📌Please note that the following dogs will NOT be permitted to travel to the US via Canada:

❌ Dogs less than 6 months of age.

❌Dogs vaccinated against rabies in Canada that have been in a country at high-risk for dog rabies during the 6 months before traveling are NOT eligible to enter the US directly from Canada. The dog must wait 6 months in Canada prior to entering the US or enter the US directly from the country at high-risk for rabies.

❌Dogs that were vaccinated against rabies in a dog rabies-free or low-risk country, other than Canada, are NOT eligible to enter the US directly from Canada. The dog but either be re-vaccinated against rabies in Canada and wait 6 months or enter the US directly from the country where they were vaccinated against rabies.

❌Dogs that were vaccinated against rabies in a country at high-risk for dog rabies are NOT eligible to enter the US directly from Canada. The dog must be re-vaccinated against rabies in Canada and wait 6 months or enter the US directly from the country at high-risk for rabies.

⚠️Please also note that for dogs vaccinated against rabies in the US, the owner must obtain their export documentation from US Authorities BEFORE LEAVING the US to be eligible to return to the US. Otherwise, the dog must be re-vaccinated against rabies in Canada and wait 6 months before re-entering the US.

❓If you have any further questions, feel free to call the clinic, and we can try our best to answer them or direct you to some helpful resources.
780-328-6452

Link for CDC dog import form:
https://cdc-786687.workflowcloud.com/forms/fb112553-dd9a-4c3e-a75f-12d6b7e2f2a4

Some other helpful links:
https://inspection.canada.ca/en/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/exports/pets/dogs-usa
&
https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/index.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fimportation%2Fdogs%2Fenter-the-us.html

07/15/2024

🔥🐾 Don't forget! July 15th is Pet Fire Safety Day! 🐾🔥

Take a moment to review your home's fire safety plan with your furry friends in mind. Keep collars and leashes handy, practice evacuation routes, and ensure your pets are microchipped and wearing ID tags. Let's keep our beloved pets safe in case of emergencies! 🚒🐶

07/12/2024

🌞 With the weather a little more manageable this weekend we thought we would share a list of dog friendly patio's. Enjoy! 🌞

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07/11/2024

🌾 A FRIENDLY FYI!
Embedded foxtails can cause discharge, abscesses, swelling, pain, and even death. The most dangerous exposure is when dogs inhale a barbed seed. This can happen if your dog runs with its mouth wide open in a field of foxtails. Inhaled foxtail seeds can wind up in the lower airways of your dog's lungs. Help keep them safe and try to avoid areas with foxtails! 🌾

07/04/2024

🐾 KEEPING YOUR PET SAFE DURING HOT TEMPERATURE'S 🌞

As the temperatures rise, it's crucial to ensure our pets stay cool and comfortable. Here are some essential tips to keep your pets safe during the hot summer months:

💧HYDRATION: Always provide fresh, cool water for your pets, both indoors and outdoors. Hydration helps regulate their body temperature and keeps them healthy.

🌳LIMIT OUTDOOR TIME: Avoid exercising your pet during the hottest parts of the day, typically late morning through mid-afternoon. Opt for early morning or evening walks when it's cooler.

⛱SHADE & SHELTER: If your pet stays outside, make sure they have access to shaded areas and shelter to escape the sun's direct heat.

🚫NEVER LEAVE IN CARS: Even with windows cracked, temperatures inside a car can soar to dangerous levels within minutes. Always leave your pet at home if you can't bring them inside with you.

🐾PROTECT THOSE PADS: Hot pavement can burn your pet's paws. Walk them on grass or shaded paths, and consider booties if you must walk on hot surfaces. If the pavement is too hot for your feet, it is too hot for theirs!

🐩GROOM REGULARLY: Keep your pet's coat well-groomed to prevent overheating. Long-haired pets may benefit from a trim, but be cautious not to shave them down to the skin as their coat protects against sunburn.

❄️COOLING OPTIONS: Provide cooling mats, frozen treats, or a shallow pool of water for pets who enjoy water. These can help lower their body temperature and keep them comfortable.

🔥WATCH FOR SIGNS OF HEATSTROKE: Heavy panting, difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, lethargy, drooling, and even collapse are signs of heatstroke. If you suspect heatstroke, move your pet to a cool place, wet their fur with cool (not cold) water, and seek veterinary help immediately.

Remember, our pets rely on us to keep them safe and healthy in all weather conditions. By following these tips, you can enjoy the summer while ensuring your pet stays happy and cool. 🐶🐱 Stay cool, stay safe!

07/01/2024

🍁Happy Canada Day from our family to yours!🍁 Just a reminder that we are closed today and will resume regular business hours tomorrow.

06/28/2024

💥Keeping Your Pets Safe During Fireworks on Canada Day💥

As Canada Day approaches, it’s important to ensure your furry friends stay safe and calm, especially if they're afraid of loud noises like fireworks. Here are a few tips to help:

🍁CREATE A SAFE SPACE: Designate a quiet, comfortable area in your home where your pet can retreat. This could be a room with no windows a cozy corner with their bed or a crate where your dogs feels safe.

🍁NOISE CONTROL: White noise such as fans, TV's, radios or music can help block out the sound of fireworks. Combining a few of the above ideas together will be even more effective than just one.

🍁LIMIT EXPOSURE: Keep your pet indoors during fireworks displays. Closing windows and drawing curtains can help reduce noise and bright flashes.

🍁COMFORTING PRESENCE: If possible, stay with your pet during fireworks to provide comfort and reassurance. Gentle petting and soothing words can go a long way.

🍁ANXIETY VESTS: Some dogs and cats benefit from wearing anxiety vests or wraps that provide gentle, constant pressure, which can help them feel more secure during stressful events like fireworks.

🍁VETERINARY GUIDANCE/MEDICATIONS: If your pet has severe anxiety, talk to your vet in advance. They may prescribe medications to help your pet through the stress of fireworks or any other stress inducing events.

🍁PROPER ID: Always ensure your pet wears a secure collar with an up-to-date ID tag. In case they escape due to fear, this increases the chances of a safe return.

By taking these steps, you can help your animals feel safe and secure during fireworks this Canada Day. Enjoy the celebrations responsibly while keeping your pet's well-being in mind.