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Brushing my Cat’s Teeth
Brushing my cat’s teeth? Are you kidding? Do you KNOW my cat? Do you wish me harm? Will you cover my medical expenses? This often goes through clients’ minds when we tell them the importance of brushing their cat’s teeth (or their dog’s for that matter). The eye roll, the…
Why Is My Dog Limping On His Back Leg?
A very common injury I see in practice is an injury to a ligament in the knee. Very active dogs who like to run and chase a toy can tear the cranial cruciate ligament (ACL) in their knee. We also see this injury in older dogs where the ligament becomes…
Wildlife Medicine by Dr. Jessica Wilson
At least monthly I volunteer my services to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Edmonton. I find this to be one of the most challenging and rewarding things that I do as a veterinarian. There are so many different species of wildlife right here in Alberta. The types of patients I…
What do I need to know about Ear Mites?
Otodectes cynotis (ear mite) is the most common mange mite in cats and dogs, and most often seen in cats. They are tiny white parasites that live in the ear canal, and can drive your pet crazy! They are highly contagious and can infest whole litters of puppies and kittens….
