Veterinary
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Saskatchewan First Nation worried about community safety after vet clinic cancelledSturgeon Lake First Nation leaders say the loss of a planned spay and neuter clinic could cause community safety and access issues.CanadaJul 31
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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."CanadaJun 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.CanadaJan 12, 2023
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Calgary veterinarians seeing foxtail-related cases dailyTall grasses and their seeds are causing problems for Calgary dogs and their owners.Aug 23, 2020
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Tick season in Saskatchewan: Steps to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseasesWith 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.CanadaApr 30, 2020
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Veterinary services still offered during coronavirus pandemic, but distancing measures in placeLessard 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.HealthApr 8, 2020
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Lethbridge veterinarian honoured for dedication to feline careDr. Kate Lupton was honoured with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association's Small Animal Practitioner Award.CanadaJul 16, 2019
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Mental health support at University of Saskatchewan’s veterinary collegeErin Wasson is Canada's first veterinary social worker at the University of Saskatchewan's Western College of Veterinary Medicine.HealthNov 8, 2018
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Ahead of legalization, here’s what veterinarians say you should do if your pets eat cannabisTo ensure the best possible treatment for pets, transparency is key, and that includes accidental consumption of cannabis by pets.CannabisOct 12, 2018
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‘She’s saved my life’: Man says service dog dies following pet hotel stayOn Sunday morning, after a week in veterinary care, Dixon said he had to put Aspen down.CanadaJul 15, 2018
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