Veterinarians

• Dogs watching videos could be key to better understanding their vision: study

  A new study suggests screen time for dogs could be the key to develop technology that will allow veterinarians to better understand a dog's vision.

  Health

  Jan 22, 2024
  
• B.C. animal welfare charity facing ‘alarming’ demand for subsidized veterinary care

  Right now, Paws for Hope has 23 community partners and veterinary clinics. It's searching for more to help cope with the demand for subsidized animal care.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2023
  
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• ‘Mystery’ dog illness now in Canada. But should owners worry?

  In the past few months, cases of the respiratory illness have been reported in dogs in several U.S. states, however reports are now surfacing of the illness in Canada.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2023
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• Many veterinarians in Canada are facing extreme burnout and declining mental health

  Survey data compiled in 2020 suggests that veterinarians in Canada were far more likely to think about killing themselves when compared with the average person.

  Health

  Nov 5, 2023
• Manitoba vets ‘spaying it forward’ with annual campaign against pet overpopulation

  In an effort to cut down on unwanted pets in shelters, a half-dozen Manitoba vets will be 'spaying it forward' Wednesday, offering discounted spays and neuters for dogs and cats.

  Lifestyle

  Oct 30, 2023
• Veterinary shortage forcing animal clinics to rotate emergency overnight services in Saskatchewan

  Regina's 24-Animal Care Centre in Regina is no longer providing 24 hour emergency services and supervised hospitalization care for ill patients.

  Canada

  Oct 3, 2023
• B.C. government announces multi-year boost to subsidize veterinary education

  Education Minister Selina Robinson says the government will provide $21.8 million over three years to subsidize training at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

  Education

  Mar 23, 2023
• Is pet insurance worth it? Experts say ‘it’s all in the details’

  Many pet owners are hesitant about insurance, and for good reason: there are so many companies in Canada offering widely varying policies.

  Money

  Oct 20, 2022
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• Morning news rewind: Friday, Oct. 14

  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Friday, Oct. 14.

  Oct 14, 2022
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• Manitoba government to increase funding to veterinary school

  The Manitoba government is increasing funding to the University of Saskatchewan's Western College of Veterinary Medicine to help offset an ongoing Manitoba vet shortage.

  Education

  Sep 29, 2022