When most people hear the phrase quality of life, they think of how these words apply to human life. However, your aging pet’s quality of life (QOL) is equally important. Similar to humans, pets slow down and become more susceptible to health issues as they age, but your aging pet cannot voice their pain and [...]
Right on schedule, the holiday season has arrived with festive decorations, delicious food, and plenty of merriment. As you prepare to celebrate, keep your pet’s comfort and safety in mind. Enjoy a merry—not scary—holiday season by following our Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek team’s practical holiday pet safety tips. Merry: Festive pet-safe holiday decorations to [...]
As winter’s chill settles over Ontario, your motivation to get moving with your pet may feel a bit, well, frozen. Before you decide to let your pet hibernate until spring, read our Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek team’s cold weather exercise tips—and ensure your dog or cat stays fit year-round. The winter blues can cause [...]
Pet owners are often nervous or reluctant about their furry companions going under anesthesia. As pet lovers ourselves, we can empathize with your concerns, but rest assured—Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek subscribes to the highest anesthesia and surgical safety standards. Let us show you how we care for your pet before, during, and after anesthesia. [...]
Your senior pet’s interests and behaviors have probably changed through the years. What once sparked a frenzy of tail wagging and leaping now barely merits a raised eyebrow. Similarly, your aging pet’s health needs have changed. While their early veterinary care at the Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek was devoted to disease and illness prevention, [...]
Tick-borne Lyme disease was once a fair-weather foe, but has now become a year-round threat because of wildlife migration changes and the ever-warming climate. Learn how to protect your pet and yourself from this debilitating condition with this guide from the Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek. What is Lyme disease in pets? Lyme disease is [...]
