Ask Yourself These Questions Before Fostering a Pet
Fostering a pet in need of a forever family is a helpful and creative way of doing some good in your community! Ask yourself these important questions first if you're thinking of being a pet foster parent. What health considerations can I accommodate in a foster...
How to Prevent Separation Anxiety From Developing in Your New Puppy
While stuck at home during the COVID-19 crisis, you may be thinking there is no better time to get a puppy. With plenty of free time for training and lazy puppy snuggles on the couch, you can’t wait to welcome a new pet. But what is going to happen to that puppy when...
Updated Letter to Clients
To Our Wonderful Clients — As you may know, on Friday, the Provincial Government reduced the list of essential workplaces that can be open. For your information, the new and reduced list is available at the link below....
5 Easter Dangers for Your Pet
Many of you may be making the most of the Easter holiday and safely celebrating at home. Make sure your holiday doesn't include a pet emergency by protecting your pet from these hazards. Easter lilies — These gorgeous flowers may look beautiful in the center of your...
What Pet Owners Should Know About COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has seemingly forced the world to stop in its tracks. For pet owners, there may be lots of worry and concern over what this means for you and veterinary care. Here are three things you need to know. #1: Rely on reputable sources for current...
COVID-19 Update
To Our Wonderful Clients — These are challenging times. First — we hope that everyone remains well. Second — we are writing with some requests to assist us in continuing to provide essential medical care to your animals while balancing the need for self-distancing. We...
A Letter About Coronavirus
Dear Clients — I am writing to provide you with some thoughts about the coronavirus and our initiatives at Beaches Animal Hospital to help you through this concerning time. Although there has been one “weak positive” case of coronavirus in a dog in China, it is not...
Tips for Keeping Pests Off Your Pet
Spring is approaching, and it's a good idea to consider parasite prevention no matter what season. Warmer temperatures will mean that external parasites will surge. Blood-suckers such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes can transmit potentially life-threatening diseases....
Why Your Puppy Needs to be Socialized
How exciting that you've welcomed a new puppy! One of the most vital things you can do for her is to socialize her. Proper socialization will serve your canine friend well beyond puppyhood. Without positively exposing your puppy to new sights, sounds, people, pets,...
Learning to Read Your Cat’s Body Language
Our cats speak to us through their body language. They can communicate what they're feeling with a flick of their tail or turning of their ears. Figuring out what your kitty is saying doesn't have to be like learning a complex foreign language! Here are physical signs...