Veterinary Blog
Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the Heart Lake Veterinary Hospital team!
Selecting the Ideal Shampoo for Your Canine Companion’s Coat
Selecting the Ideal Shampoo for Your Canine Companion's Coat Our beloved furry companions deserve nothing but the finest, encompassing cleanliness and robust health. Handpicking the appropriate shampoo for your dog...
Navigating Critical Situations in Pet Health: Distinguishing Urgent Care from Emergency Care
Navigating Pet Health Emergencies: Urgent Care vs. Emergency Care Our furry companions are an integral part of our family. Just like us, they, too, can experience sudden health issues or accidents that require...
5 Helpful Strategies to Ease Your Pet’s Anxiety
5 Helpful Strategies to Ease Your Pet's Anxiety As responsible pet owners, we cherish our furry companions and strive to give them the best care possible. However, some pets experience anxiety, which can be distressing...
Stay Cool This Summer: 5 Vital Safety Tips for Your Pets
Stay Cool This Summer: 5 Vital Safety Tips for Your Pets Embrace the warm weather by enjoying the great outdoors with your furry companions this summer. Whether it's playing fetch in a park, going on scenic hikes, or...
Use These Tips When Camping With Pets
Use These Tips When Camping With Pets Is there anything more enjoyable than sitting by a bonfire with your furry friend while you gaze up at the starry night sky? We don't believe that to be the case. You can have...
Top 4 Dog Park Safety Advice for Pet Parents Who Want to Enjoy the Outdoors
Top 4 Dog Park Safety Advice for Pet Parents Who Want to Enjoy the Outdoors When visiting an off-leash play area with your dog, use our advice to keep them safe because the dog park can be dangerous for those who are...
When to Seek Emergency Care for a Limping Pet
When to Take a Limping Pet to the Emergency Room Usually, veterinary treatment for your pet's lameness can wait until the following business day. However, if you are limping, you should go right away to the nearest...
Keeping Pets Safe While Swimming
Safeguarding Pets While Swimming As the summer heats up, you and your pet may want to cool down with a pool. Although it's in their name, not all dogs--or pets--know how to "doggy paddle," so use caution when swimming...
Anesthetic-free Dental Cleaning AKA Cosmetic cleaning
My goal in writing this blog post is to provide insight for pet owners, into the difference between a cosmetic teeth cleaning versus a Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (COHAT). As a pet owner you may,...
How to Prepare for Your Pet’s Passing
How to Plan for Your Pet's Death Although the loss of a pet is never easy, planning for it might help alleviate your mental and emotional anguish. Here are four strategies to prepare for and grieve the death of your...
Lyme Disease Prevention Tips
Lyme Disease Prevention Suggestions Sluggish parasites awaken as chilly winter weather fades and mild spring temps approach. This makes April the ideal month for Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to...
Springtime Pet Emergencies and How To Prepare
As the days brighten and become warmer, pets spend more time outdoors, which increases your pet’s risk for potential hazards. Keep your four-legged friend safe by staying aware of common springtime pet emergencies. ...
6 Pet Surgery Recovery Tips
Orthopedic surgery—or any surgery—is a major event for a pet, and can interfere with their daily function long after they return home. Help your pet get back on their paws more quickly after an orthopedic surgery with...
Spoil Your Furry Friend With a Pet Treat This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show extra love to your pet, and one great way of doing that is by giving them a special treat. If you're looking for something sweet but also safe for your four-legged companion...
Does My Pet’s Limp Require Medical Attention?
Unlike humans, our beloved family pets can't tell us when they're hurting or in pain. While pet owners know their animals enough to recognize a minor injury or condition, it's not always clear if that limp is just the...