Beaverdale Veterinary Clinic

22/05/2024

Our 2024 tick collection jar so far! Let’s keep it this small! Use tick prevention to kill these pesky pests before they can transmit diseases to our beloved pets!

15/05/2024

𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐨𝐠𝐬? 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭!

The USA just recently announced that they are changing the importation requirements for dogs travelling to the USA. This is a developing situation and we will be updating as information comes available.

🐶𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐫:
- all dogs must be over 6 months of age
- all dogs must be microchipped and have had a Rabies vaccination AFTER the microchip was implanted
- all dogs must have a certificate that they are healthy within 30 days of travelling - this certificate likely will need to be endorsed by the CFIA, however, we are waiting on an update from the CFIA on this.

If you travel with your dog to the USA and it does not have a microchip, call to book an appointment as we can implant a microchip and update the rabies vaccination to ensure that by August 1, we have met that regulation.

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𝐂𝐅𝐈𝐀 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: The United States (US) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced changes to the import requirements for dogs entering the United States. These changes will come into effect on August 1, 2024 and will impact dogs travelling from Canada to the United States. The CFIA is currently in the process of reviewing these requirements. Further information and guidance will be provided as soon as possible.

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 & 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠: https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/2024/05/articles/animals/dogs/new-us-dog-importation-rules/

15/05/2024

" Protect Your Furry Friend from Mosquito Bites!"

As temperatures rise and mosquitoes start buzzing, it's essential to remember that these tiny insects can transmit heartworm to your dog.

Heartworm is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease that can cause damage to your dog's heart, lungs, and blood vessels.

Prevention is key! By using heartworm prevention medication from June to November, you can keep your dog safe and healthy. An annual heartworm test is recommended.

Remember, prevention is always better than treatment. Let's keep our furry friends safe and healthy this summer!

03/05/2024

Pet of the Month: May
Meet Groot!
I am Groot and I am a 7 years old. I am a curious ball of chaos who runs around the house like a stampede of elephants when it is time to play. I love trying to catch ribbons and feathers and practice my hunting skills (though I am still working on actually catching anything that moves on its own). When it is time to nap, I am an old pro! I love cuddling with my humans and can nap on them for hours! I like to talk and tell stories and only get very loud when it is time for dinner or I can't find my humans anywhere!
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

02/05/2024

"Uh-oh! Did you know that curious pets can get into trouble by swallowing foreign objects?"

Foreign bodies like coins, batteries, toys, and even socks can cause serious harm or even life-threatening complications if ingested.

Keep a close eye on your furry friends and make sure to:
- keep small objects out of reach
- supervise playtime
- watch for signs of distress or vomiting
- act fast if you suspect your pet has ingested something they shouldn't have

Don't wait until it's too late! If you suspect your pet has a foreign body, contact your vet immediately. For some items we can induce vomiting in the hopes of preventing a surgery.

Let's keep our pets safe and healthy!

27/04/2024

World Veterinary Day is today! We're celebrating our amazing team and the incredible work they do to keep your pets healthy and happy. Thank you for trusting us with your furry friends' care!

26/04/2024

"Protect Your Furry Friend's Health!"

Have you heard of the 4dx test for dogs? This crucial test screens for four serious disease that can harm your canine companion; Heartworm, Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis , and Ehrlichiosis.

Why is it important? These diseases can cause severe symptoms such as:
- coughing and difficulty breathing (Heartworm)
- lameness, fever, swollen joint and kidney infection (Lyme disease)
- fever, loss of appetite, and lethargy (Anaplasmosis and Ehrlichiosis)

Early detection is key! The 4dx test is a simple blood test that can help identify these disease in their early stages, allowing for prompt treatment and potentially saving your dog's life.

Call us to schedule a 4DX test for your furry friend!

09/04/2024

Monty came to us on Valentines Day with a broken leg weighing in at a tiny 5.1kg! It was a clean break that was still in the right orientation and since he was a young puppy, he had a good chance of healing this with immobilization of a splint and bandage changes. Our technicians ensured that Monty's new bandages every week were something different and fun. We are happy to report that Monty has fully healed and is back to being his rambunctious self! Thankfully Monty did have pet insurance - we strongly recommend considering pet insurance especially for puppies! You can follow Monty on Instagram

02/04/2024

Pet of the Month: April
Meet Coco!
Coco is a 9year old lab mix from Mexico. She was born and spent the first 4 yrs of her life in a kennel.
Coco's family adopted her in 2018 and she's brought so much happiness to her family.
She's a very happy girl who loves to lounge in the sun, chase squirrels and demands her car ride every day.
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

14/03/2024

A new Canadian study showed that when a Blacklegged tick is infected with the bacteria that causes Lyme disease it may be more likely to survive Canadian winters! Yikes!

13/03/2024

We might not think ticks can be active when it’s cold outside... But they are! Regardless of the time of year it is important to remain vigilant and recognize that ticks may still pose a risk to pets and people.

Use this link to get a 2-week “tick risk forecast”, or look to see what days in the last 12 months could have had potential tick activity. And as always, your veterinarian is there to discuss how best to protect your pet.

https://www.tickmaps.ca/?location=

Ticks can be active even in colder weather. Check our Tickmaps to see the potential tick activity in your area in Canada.

12/03/2024

Did you know….
About 1 in 5 of Blacklegged ticks you encounter in Canada could be
carrying the bacteria that causes Lyme disease! This number can be
even higher in known risk areas!
It is important to protect your pet and yourself, even when you might
think it’s “too cold for ticks”! Call us to discuss the best tick control
options for your pet and visit www.ticktalkcanada.com to learn more
about the risks in your province.

04/03/2024

Pet of the Month: March
Meet Lulu!
Lulu is a young cat who was raised with dogs. After her family's last dog passed, they got Lulu a new kitty friend, Annie. Since then Lulu has become a mischievous girl, fighting for attention by knocking anything and everything off every surface. She likes to be spanked. She is a loveable, crazy cat!
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

21/02/2024

We have had a report of the first tick! Start your tick prevention now as ticks are out with this milder weather. Contact the clinic if you need prevention!

09/02/2024

February: Pet of the Month
Meet Libby , an 11-year-old mixed-breed.
This girl had a rough start in life, she was found abandoned in the basement of a house and left there for nearly 3 weeks.
She was rescued and nursed back to health by a wonderful clinic team and foster family.
Libby joined her forever family in August of 2018, they loved her from the moment they saw her and they vowed to give her the best life they could.
Libby is a sweet-natured, happy, and very intelligent girl.
She enjoys her solitude and quiet time, whether it be lying on her side of the couch or the dock soaking up the sunshine,
Libby loves playing fetch with the frisbee or ball, running around, and chasing her dog brother Bruce.
She looks forward to car rides up north going to the cabin, the boat rides, and just lying outside to watch life go by.
Libby has been the perfect dog for her family, coming into their lives when they needed her.
Her family looks forward to every day with this special girl, she is one in a million!
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

08/01/2024

Happy New Year! Another round of Pet of the Month has commenced....drum roll please....
Pet of the Month: January
Meet Bruce!
Bruce joined his family in December of 2021, he was introduced to them by Dr. Joyce.
In a very short time, Bruce has felt like he has been with his family for his whole life, he stole their hearts!
He fits right in and enjoys all the same activities, whether sitting at home relaxing, car rides to the cabin, boat rides, swims, campfires, or running around with his dog sibling Libby, this guy loves life!
This sweet-natured, comical guy makes friends wherever he goes and always puts a smile on his family's faces and those he meets.
Bruce's family can’t imagine life without him!
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

01/01/2024

Squishy and Kiwi would like to challenge everyone in the new year to try and brush your pets teeth. WAIT!!! Don't scroll past!!!! I know, I know - brushing your pets teeth is not on anyone's list of favourite things to do, but I would like you to consider this before you scroll on: Imagine if you did not brush your teeth every day. Imagine the build up of tartar, the bad breath, the infections and sore teeth. While dogs and cats don't usually get cavities like we do, they get bone loss from dental disease and their teeth start to get loose and move which hurts. Our pets can't brush their own teeth and they need us to do it for them.

It can be a bit of a challenge to get them comfortable with it, but it can be done. My little dog Kiwi is the perfect example. The first time I tried to brush her teeth she hated it - tried to hide. Now granted, I should not have just stuck the toothbrush in there and started scrubbing - she had no idea what was happening and it can be scary. But with time and patience we have turned this around and now she comes running to have her teeth brushed AND even pushes her big brother out of the way.

So let's talk desensitization to brushing of teeth! This means introducing it slowly. Start with just a little bit of pet toothpaste (this is important - use pet friendly toothpaste as they don't know to spit it out) on your finger. Make it like a treat. Make them sit or shake a paw and then let them lick it off their finger. Within a few days they should come running thinking they are getting a cookie. Once they are comfortable with that, gently rub it into their gums and teeth with your finger so they get used to the sensation. Try that for about 2 weeks before introducing the toothbrush and you may just find that they are quite tolerant of having their teeth brushed. For brushing, I gently hold their mouth closed and brush so that they cannot chew on the toothbrush.

So if you have made it this far with me on this post, it's time to try it. Get some toothpaste (Squishy and Kiwi recommend vanilla mint) and a toothbrush and give it a try. Trust me when dental month (February) rolls around and we starting sharing dental photos, you will want to start brushing your dogs teeth.

Those 2 minutes every day can majorly improve your pets health, reduce time under anesthetic, save your pets teeth and save you thousands of dollars on dental work!!!! Sounds like a worthwhile resolution to me. 😍

***We will post some reels/videos so you can see this in action. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, and please share your stories with us! We want 2024 to be the year of white and shiny teeth!!!

31/12/2023

09/12/2023

Today is the day! Stop by between 9am and 1pm to mingle and for some treats! Lots of raffle prizes available! Furry friends welcome!

07/12/2023

Pet of the Month: December
Meet Ivy!
My name is Ivy and I am a Siberian Seal Lynx. I am hypo allergenic and am great for daddy who has allergies. Now he gets to play with me too. I like to follow mommy around the house where ever she goes. I love to chase and run and I growl like a dog, sometimes I think I am a dog. I also play fetch with a stick. I've been in my fur-ever home for about a month now and I give my new family lots of amusement and love to play with them, but I also like to snuggle in bed at night with mommy and daddy.
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!
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06/12/2023

Just a reminder that our open house is happening this Saturday! Come stop by and bring your pets for a visit!

29/11/2023

Sneak peek of the amazing baskets we will be selling raffle tickets for starting December 1st in clinic. The draw will take place at the end of our open house on Saturday Dec 9. Hope to see you there!

08/11/2023

Join us to celebrate the first annual Beaverdale Vet Clinic Holiday Season Open House on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 9am to 1pm.

We will have snacks for both our two- and four-legged friends, and a photographer offering a winter or holiday themed pet photoshoot for a nominal fee. Please contact the clinic to book your photoshoot appointment time - limited spots available. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase starting December 1st. The draw will take place at the end of our open house!

Please note that all proceeds, from the photographs, raffle tickets and donation box, will be donated to our Local Foodbank!

Hope to see you there!

07/11/2023

Pet of the Month: November
Meet Yoshi!
Yoshi is an adorable 1.5 year old German Shepherd X Golden Retriever pup. He joined his family in August 2022, and has been keeping them on their toes ever since. Yoshi has the most wonderful personality and temperament, and few can resist his charm. He is an all around good boy! Yoshi is his daddy’s best friend, his mommy’s sidekick, and his brothers’ favourite snuggle buddy. His family can hardly remember what it was like without him.
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween! Please share those pawsitively adorable costume photos and lets turn our feed into a pet fashion runway!!

24/10/2023

The Spooky Truth: Why Halloween Candy is a Pet's Worst Nightmare

Boo! Halloween is creeping around the corner, and while we humans are excitedly stocking up on candy for that inevitable sugar rush, our furry friends are gearing up for their own, less festive adventure – the Dangers of Halloween Candy Expedition! 🍬🐾

Picture this: Your dog, Max, has just unearthed a secret stash of Halloween candy. He's got that look in his eyes – equal parts curiosity and sugar-induced insanity. His mission? To devour every candy piece within a 10-foot radius, wrappers and all. 🍫🍭

But let's break down why Halloween candy is a pet's worst nightmare:

**1. Sugar Shock:** Just like us, pets can get sugar highs, followed by a crash. Imagine your cat, Whiskers, zipping around the house like a caffeinated rocket, then curling up in a sugar-induced coma for hours. 🐈💨💤

**2. Wrapper Dilemma:** Max, in his candy-fueled frenzy, doesn't discriminate between candy and wrappers. Those shiny bits of plastic can spell a one-way ticket to the vet's office for an unplanned candy wrapper feast.

**3. Chocolate Calamity:** Many Halloween candies contain chocolate, which is a major no-no for pets. It can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, or worse.

**4. Xylitol X-Files:** Some sugar-free candies use xylitol as a sweetener. For pets, it's like inviting an alien into their system. It can cause rapid insulin release, leading to low blood sugar and even liver failure. This can be rapidly life threatening!!

**5. Gummy Graveyard:** Gummy candies are gummy in name and nature. They can be a sticky mess in your pet's digestive system, causing obstructions and discomfort.

So, how do we protect our pets from this sugary spell?

🎃 **The Great Candy Caper:** Keep the candy out of reach – high shelves and closed containers are your friends.

🎃 **Candy Inspection:** After the trick-or-treaters have come and gone, do a candy sweep to make sure nothing's left behind.

And remember, Halloween is meant to be fun for everyone, even our furry pals. So, let's keep the candy chaos at bay, and together we can enjoy a spooky, but safe, Halloween! 🎃🐾🍭

06/10/2023

Pet of the Month: October
Meet Ember!
Ember is a Sheppard/Husky mix. She is currently 10 weeks old and full of energy. She loves to play, go for walks and get treats. She likes to curl up in the corner of the couch to nap, hide under the chair footrest or lie on top of your feet. She does not like being alone or told "No". Ember is very confident in her voice and likes to tell off the falling leaves from the trees or cars driving by.
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"!

02/10/2023

28/09/2023

September 28th is World Rabies Day - a global health observance started in 2007 to raise awareness about the world's deadliest infectious disease and bring together partners to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide.

01/09/2023

Pet of the Month: September
Meet Slick!
Slick is 14 years old and is a friend to everyone!
He'll greet you at the door to be picked up and hopes you're heading to the couch where he will happily warm your lap all evening long!
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Stop by the clinic to fill out a ballot and give your pet a chance to be featured and celebrated as our next "Pet of the Month"! Congratulations Slick 🥰