Caradoc Animal Clinic

08/26/2024

The last week of August is bringing the hot weather back with it! We''d like to remind everyone that pets feel the heat too. Everyone should be aware that short nosed or 'brachycephalic' breeds are at higher risk of developing heat stroke, and owners should take extra precautions when taking them outdoors. As always ensure all pets have access to fresh water and shade, and please do not leave your pets in the car.

08/23/2024

Friday Funny

08/14/2024

It's flea season! Fleas love the hot weather which is why we typically start to notice them more in the late summer months. We can help protect your pets with safe and effective products. Call us today!

08/02/2024

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

We will be closed Monday August 5th for the Civic Holiday. If you have a veterinary emergency please contact the London Regional Veterinary Emergency Clinic at 519-432-3300 or contact www.smart.vet for assistance. If you are in need of urgent care, you can contact Southwest Veterinary Hospital at 519-672-1623. (Be advised availability may be limited).

08/01/2024

It's time for your pets heartworm, tick and flea medication! 🐾

07/30/2024

Just a friendly reminder that car temperatures can become dangerously hot within minutes. Please use caution when traveling with your pets and when possible, leave them at home.

07/23/2024

⚠️ Important Update ⚠️

Yesterday the CDC updated their requirements for Canadians traveling to the USA with their dog. Starting August 1st your dog must meet the following requirements:

▶️ Must have spent the prior 6 months in a dog rabies-free or low-risk country
▶️ Appear healthy on arrival
▶️ Be 6 months of age or older
▶️ Have a microchip that can be detected by a universal scanner
▶️ Have a valid rabies vaccine
▶️ Complete the CDC Dog Import Form online. This form can be filled out immediately before travel.

To learn more visit www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/rabies-free-low-risk-countries.html

07/16/2024

Starting today Royal Canin is having a sale on their prescription urinary diets and treats online at myVETstore. See terms and conditions.

07/15/2024

Our internet is currently down. Please be patient as we work to get the problem resolved.

07/15/2024

Do you know what heat stroke looks like? 🐾🌡

Symptoms include lethargy, heavy panting, bright red gums, excessive drooling, vomiting/diarrhea and collapse. Brachycephalic (short nosed) dogs, dogs with dark or long hair, and those that are overweight are at higher risk. Heat stroke can develop very quickly, so ensure your pets have access to plenty of shade and fresh water. Restrict exercise during the hottest part of the day. If you suspect your pet is experiencing heat stroke, move them to a cool area and seek veterinary care immediately.

07/01/2024

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

(Don't forget it's also prevention day!)

06/28/2024

Hill’s Pet Nutrition is having a Canada day sale on myVETstore. From July 1st - 3rd you can save up to 40% on your first auto order of Hill's prescription diet products. 🇨🇦

06/27/2024

🇨🇦 HOLIDAY CLOSURE 🇨🇦

We will be closed Monday July 1st for Canada Day. If you have an after hours veterinary emergency, please contact the London Regional Veterinary Emergency Clinic at 519-432-3300 or visit www.smart.vet for assistance.

06/24/2024

Canada Day is almost here and that means fireworks! Many pets find fireworks stressful. It's reported that more pets go missing on holidays that celebrate with fireworks than any other day of the year. Below are some tips to help keep your pets safe and comfortable during this time. If you require a refill of your pets anxiety medication contact the clinic today. We're open until 6pm!

06/17/2024

We're expecting the first heat event of the year this week. As warm summer temperatures approach, remember it's best not to exercise your pets during the hottest parts of the day, and always allow them access to fresh water and shade when outdoors. Cars can become dangerously hot within minutes, so use extreme caution when travelling with your pets. Heat stroke can develop in any pet no matter their age, breed or physical condition.

06/16/2024

06/14/2024

Friday funny

06/11/2024

Do you think you're starting to see fewer ticks? Don't be fooled! Late spring and early summer is peak season for the immature life stage of the deer tick. It is incredibly tiny (less than 2mm!), and is very difficult to find- especially on furry pets! This life stage is most responsible for the transmission of lyme disease since it's so hard to see. We can help ensure you're pets are protected- call us today.

06/04/2024

We are having some work done to the outside of the building. Please ensure cats are transported in a secure carrier and dogs come with a properly fitted collar and leash. We want everyone to have a safe visit here. 🐾

06/03/2024

Haven't picked up your dog's heartworm prevention yet? It's not too late! Call us to schedule their annual screening and prevention appointment. 🐾

06/01/2024

June has finally arrived! Just a reminder that it's time to start your pets heartworm, tick and flea medication today.

05/27/2024

Our second heartworm clinic is this Wednesday. There are still appointment times available. Call us to today!

05/21/2024

Why should you blood test your pet every year? Because our in house 4dx test not only tests for heartworm disease, but it also screens for 3 tick bourne diseases - including Lyme disease! That's screening for 4 diseases with just one tiny sample!

05/17/2024

Holiday Closure

We will be closed Monday May 20th for Victoria Day. If you have an after hours veterinary emergency, please contact the London Regional Veterinary Emergency Clinic at 519-432-3300 or visit www.smart.vet for assistance.

05/14/2024

Our first heartworm clinic is tomorrow! Call us to schedule an appointment.

05/13/2024

⚠️ ATTENTION DOG OWNERS ⚠️

Starting August 1st 2024, the United States is changing the requirements to travel across the border with your dog. Below we have listed some of the new rules, but we encourage you to visit www.cdc.gov/dogtravel to ensure you are fully informed on the new regulations prior to traveling with your pet.

Requirements for all dogs

All dogs must:

Be at least 6 months of age at time of entry or return to the United States

Have an implanted International Organization for Standardization (ISO)-compatible microchip

▪️This must have been implanted prior to any required rabies vaccination

◾The microchip number must be documented on all required forms and in all accompanying veterinary records

Appear healthy upon arrival

▪️Dogs may not enter the United States if they are carrying a disease contagious to people.

▪️Isolation of the dog, veterinary examination, and additional testing, at the importer’s expense, may be required to determine if the dog has a contagious disease and prevent spread if the dog does not appear healthy upon arrival.

Have a CDC Dog Import Form receipt

▪️This form should be filled out online ideally 2-10 days before arrival; however, it can also be completed right before travel (even in line at the border crossing) if you have internet access. If the information on the form changes before the dog arrives, you must submit a new form and indicate you are making changes to an existing form. All information, including port of entry where the dog is arriving, must be correct at time of arrival.

▪️This form requires you to upload a clear photograph of the dog showing its face and body. Dogs that will be less than one year of age at time of arrival should have the photograph taken within 10 days before arrival.

▪️There is no charge to importers for submitting this form.

Have additional documentation which varies depending on where the dog has been in the 6 months before entering or returning to the United States, or if the dog has a current rabies vaccine administered in the United States.

Dogs that do not meet all entry requirements or do not have accurate and valid forms will be denied entry to the United States and returned to the country of departure at the importer’s expense. These requirements apply to all dogs, including service dogs and dogs that were born in the United States.

05/08/2024

Public health has released their Lyme disease risk map for 2024. The areas highlighted in yellow are areas where they have determined blacklegged ticks carrying Lyme disease are established. Tick populations continue to grow every year. Please take precautions to protect yourselves and your pets.

05/06/2024

We're holding heartworm clinics on May 15th and May 29th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm. Annual heartworm and wellness tests will be available to all cooperative patients by appointment only. (Note: no additional services will be offered and there will be no doctor available for consultation). Call the clinic at 519-245-1001 to schedule your pet's appointment.

05/04/2024

May The Fourth Be With You