Halloween is fast approaching, and perhaps you're still hunting down the perfect costume, or you've already stockpiled the bags of candy. It can be a fun evening of dress-up for humans, but this spooky holiday may not be for every pet. Here are a few tips to keep...

It's starting to feel like fall here in southern Ontario. With that, we'd like to share with you some fall safety tips for your pet. Keep school supplies out of paws' reach The school year is underway, and those of you with young children know that means glue sticks,...

Despite being told that dogs shouldn't consume people food, there are actually some foods that are safe for them. Here are some of the healthiest options that also make great treats for your canine friend. Carrots — Naturally sweet and low in calories, carrots will...

September is National Happy, Healthy Cat Month! One of the ways you can help keep your kitty happy and healthy is by providing it with appropriate food. Cats can be quite selective when it comes to eating. But there are certain foods that your feline friend should...

At Dufferin Veterinary Hospital, we're passionate about exceptional, comprehensive, and compassionate veterinary care. We understand that a trip to the vet isn't usually the most exciting thing for some of our furry friends, like cats. Most cats do not enjoy being...

Your pet's health is our passion. It's National Immunization Awareness Month, and one of the ways you can help take care of your furry friend is getting them vaccinated. Dufferin Veterinary Hospital provides various vaccinations so that your pet is protected from...

Oral care is as vitally important to the overall health of your pets as it is to humans. Dental concerns can be both the cause and the result of other illnesses in the body. Most pets develop the early stages of periodontal disease by three years of age, and keeping...

It's warm and sunny out in Ontario, and we're all excited to spend time outside enjoying the sunshine. What's more fun than sharing outdoor fun with your furry friend? Here are three ways you can include your dog in your summer activities. Camping If you enjoy...

He’s man’s best friend. He stands faithfully by our side. Never doubts us. Never questions us. He’s dog - we love him and know him well. At least, we think we do. But how well do we really know our dogs? Does a wagging tail always indicate happiness? Does...

Echinococcus Multilocularis is a tapeworm that is emerging as a new infectious threat in southern Ontario. We have had a case here at our hospital! This tapeworm is found in coyotes and foxes. Your dog can be infected with this tapeworm by ingesting the...