Blog: General Health
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Un-Be-Flea-Vable
I bet if I did a survey that asked people what the worst part of summer is; the majority of us would agree that it’s the plethora of biting flies, mosquitoes, spiders and other insects.
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Interview with My Veterinarian
Echinococcus multilocularis is prominent in the news right now; having been discussed on CBC recently.
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Bug Bites: Lyme Disease Explained
Being fairly new to the front end (reception) at the Southampton Pet Hospital means that I don’t have the same knowledge base that the RVT’s and veterinarians have.
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What to Do When Your Dog Has a Hot Spot?
What is a hot spot? Hot spots are one of the most frustrating skin conditions your dog can get.