Veterinary

• Saskatchewan First Nation worried about community safety after vet clinic cancelled

  Sturgeon Lake First Nation leaders say the loss of a planned spay and neuter clinic could cause community safety and access issues.

  Canada

  Jul 31
  
• Okanagan Humane Society managing rising number of animals in need

  "We served more than 1,500 animals in the Okanagan Valley in 2022 and we are seeing the same trend in 2023 already."

  Canada

  Jun 4, 2023
  
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• Saskatchewan veterinary expert weighs in on shortage of domestic, international veterinarians

  "We're past the tipping point. I think the problem has become more severe and more acute in the last few years, especially through the pandemic," Stephen Manning said.

  Canada

  Jan 12, 2023
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• Calgary veterinarians seeing foxtail-related cases daily

  Tall grasses and their seeds are causing problems for Calgary dogs and their owners.

  Aug 23, 2020
• Tick season in Saskatchewan: Steps to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases

  With warmer weather and more opportunity to get outdoors, experts advise you cover-up when walking in grassy areas where ticks are more likely to be found.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2020
• Veterinary services still offered during coronavirus pandemic, but distancing measures in place

  Lessard took Poet to the closest 24-hour animal care clinic immediately. But with veterinarians doing what they can to maintain social distance during the COVID-19 outbreak, the pair was instructed to wait in the parking lot before the dog could be seen.

  Health

  Apr 8, 2020
• Lethbridge veterinarian honoured for dedication to feline care

  Dr. Kate Lupton was honoured with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association's Small Animal Practitioner Award.

  Canada

  Jul 16, 2019
• Mental health support at University of Saskatchewan’s veterinary college

  Erin Wasson is Canada's first veterinary social worker at the University of Saskatchewan's Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

  Health

  Nov 8, 2018
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• Ahead of legalization, here’s what veterinarians say you should do if your pets eat cannabis

  To ensure the best possible treatment for pets, transparency is key, and that includes accidental consumption of cannabis by pets.

  Cannabis

  Oct 12, 2018
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• ‘She’s saved my life’: Man says service dog dies following pet hotel stay

  On Sunday morning, after a week in veterinary care, Dixon said he had to put Aspen down.

  Canada

  Jul 15, 2018