When scoping out a potential new furry friend to join your family, you may wonder where to begin your search. While pets can seem to fall into your lap, especially when working with animals at a veterinary hospital or animal shelter, finding your perfect pet can require intensive research. If you’re on the lookout for [...]
As the holiday season approaches, your home becomes a magical wonderland of twinkling lights, tempting treats, and joyful celebrations. While preparing for the upcoming holidays, keep your furry pal in mind by taking a few extra precautions to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Follow our Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek team’s five safety tips to [...]
Pyometra is a life-threatening uterine infection that can occur with little to no warning signs in unspayed female dogs and cats. The best way to prevent this reproductive health emergency is by having your pet spayed at the Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek. In the meantime, owners of intact female pets should familiarize themselves with [...]
Your pet’s normal wellness testing results are a cause for celebration, or at least a sigh of relief. But their normal results can also lead to your questioning: Did my pet really need that test? Can I skip testing next year? What is the benefit of testing a seemingly healthy pet? The Animal Hospital of [...]
Feline arthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is more common than you might think, affecting 60% of cats older than age 6 and 90% of cats older than age 10. Until recently, feline arthritis was less recognized by pet owners and veterinary professionals than arthritis in dogs, making it essential for cat owners to [...]
If you have ever bought an enrichment toy you were sure your pet would go crazy for, only to discover they preferred the cardboard box it came in, you may wonder why you’re spending the money. Pets need physical and mental stimulation for their wellbeing, but when it comes to enrichment toys, getting creative can [...]
Your pet’s eyes are probably the first thing you look at—that soulful gaze, the intense knowing stare, or the way the corners wrinkle ever so slightly when they’re feeling mischievous. Vision isn’t the primary sense for dogs and cats, but sight is still a critical part of how they navigate and interact with their world, [...]
Pets make life better. But, which pet will be best for you? Help ensure you and your future pet enjoy a long and beautiful friendship by following the Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek’s pet selection guide. First things first: What can you offer a pet? Before you start scrolling for cute pets on social media, [...]
Most people think about dogs and cats when they hear the word “pet,” but the world of pet ownership goes far beyond these traditional choices. Birds, reptiles, fish, rabbits, ferrets, and rodents are just a few of the many popular exotic pet types. The Animal Hospital of Stoney Creek team can care for rabbits and [...]
While increasing temperatures during summer allow for more time outdoors, they also can become dangerous for pets. Living in a northern temperate climate means we have the luxury of four seasons, but three of those are relatively cool compared to the summer months. Heatstroke can affect any pet, often leading to death within hours or [...]
