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• Why does it cost so much to provide veterinary care for my pet?

  The fees you pay for veterinary services take into consideration a number of factors, including the costs to compensate your  veterinary team for their professional services and the expenses involved…

• What is a veterinary technician?

  A veterinary technician is trained to assist veterinarians in caring for pets. These professionals perform many of the same tasks that a nurse would for a doctor. Our Veterinary technicians…

• I’ve seen a lot of information about supplements and nutraceuticals. How do I know what my pet needs?

  Supplements, and nutraceuticals in particular, are becoming very popular with pet owners. Your veterinarian can help you decipher confusing and conflicting information and advise you on any supplements your pet…

• Which pet food should I feed my dog/cat?

  The answer is different for each pet. As part of your pet’s examination we will discuss and make dietary recommendations as needed or requested. Dietary requirements are different for growth,…

• I recently lost my pet, and I’m having trouble dealing with the loss. Where can I find help?

  Losing a pet can be extremely upsetting and hard to move beyond. We have such a close bond with our pets, so letting go is never easy. Many veterinary hospitals…

• My pet has the same thing wrong that he/she was just treated for. Can the veterinarian just prescribe the same medication that he/she did the last time?

  Even though your pet may be showing the same symptoms as he or she did the last time, the problem may be different or the existing condition may have evolved…

• What toys/accessories are appropriate for my pet?

  Many clinics offer veterinary-approved toys and accessories for pets. With all the options out there, sometimes it’s hard to figure out what’s safe. Your veterinary hospital can also recommend toys…

• My pet won’t stop chewing/digging/barking/scratching/spraying. Where can I find help?

  Certain behaviors can be frustrating and difficult to overcome. Our veterinary hospital offers basic behavior counseling and obedience training. We also offer referrals to board certified veterinary behaviourists for more…

• My pet needs to have surgery. Should I be worried about the anesthesia?

  Modern anesthesia is generally quite safe and each anesthetic protocol is tailored to each individual patients needs. We perform a physical examination and recommend  pre-anesthetic bloodwork prior to all procedures…

• My pet’s just been diagnosed with a medical condition/disease I’m not familiar with, and I want to find out more about it. Where can I find information I can trust?

  You can turn to the Pet Health Section of our website, which offers information on a wide variety of topics. In addition, many veterinary colleges and professional organizations offer excellent…

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