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• Pet Lizard Habitat Guidelines

  April 15, 2014

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  Creating a comfortable lizard habitat requires a different approach to pet ownership. While your cat or dog is delighted to share your family’s living space, you must provide a self-contained apartment for your reptile. Your Welland veterinarian will be glad to give you some habitat tips when he sees your new pet for a physical exam.   Enclosure Selection A properly sized glass aquarium provides a terrific lizard habitat. Determine the aquarium’s size by estimating … Read More »

• Provide Good Nutrition Throughout Your Cat’s Life

  April 1, 2014

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  You’ve just adopted Sasha, a bright-eyed, inquisitive kitten you found at your town’s animal shelter. You’ve already purchased Sasha’s bed, food and water bowls, and an almost endless supply of toys your playful kitten will love. Now it’s time to take Sasha to your Pelham veterinarian for a complete physical exam. Your vet will also develop a food plan that meets your pet’s nutritional needs.   Lifetime Requirements A cat who eats a balanced, high-quality … Read More »

• How Regular Brushing Benefits Your Dog

  March 15, 2014

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  Your Shetland sheepdog Cody regards brushing and coat maintenance as a waste of his time. He’d much rather visit his friends at the dog park, and top off his day by exploring the brush and leaves in your nearby woods. When Cody finally gets home, his coat is tousled and sprinkled with leaf debris and burrs. While he doesn’t care, your Welland veterinarian has emphasized the importance of keeping Cody’s coat in good shape. Ignoring … Read More »

• Saving Money on Pet Care

  March 1, 2014

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  Many potential pet owners—or even current ones—are put off by the amount of money they’ll have to spend on a pet over the years. While a pet isn’t a cheap investment by any means, there are ways to cut down on costs a bit. Learn how from a Pelham vet here. Home Grooming Instead of paying a groomer or pet stylist, groom your pet at home—get a quality brush and give your pet regular brushings … Read More »

• Avian Influenza in Your Pet Bird

  February 15, 2014

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  The bird flu is a respiratory disease found in pet birds, caused by the influenza virus. Both due to its serious effects on the bird’s health and the potential for transmission to humans, avian influenza is a serious health concern. Learn more from a Welland veterinarian below. Cause The avian influenza virus is spread between birds, mostly through direct contact with other birds or contact with nasal discharge or droppings of an infected bird. As … Read More »

• Valentine’s Day Safety Tips for Pets

  February 1, 2014

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  Planning on including your pets in the festivities this Valentine’s Day? Keep things romantic by following these safety tips from a Pelham veterinary professional. Chocolate Most pet owners already know that chocolate is bad for pets. Milk chocolate, semi-sweet, dark, and baker’s chocolate all contain theobromine and caffeine, harmful chemical compounds for pets. Of these, baker’s chocolate has the highest concentrations. Keep it and all chocolate products far out of your pet’s reach—store treats in … Read More »

• Five Steps to Doggie Dental Health

  January 15, 2014

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  As dog owners, one of the most important aspects of their health we can maintain is dental health. Poor dental hygiene can lead to gum disease and a host of other concerns. Here, a Welland vet offers five steps to keeping your dog’s mouth in tip-top shape. Sniff the Breath Every once in a while, sniff your dog’s breath. We realize it’s not going to smell wonderful, but if your dog’s breath seems to have … Read More »

• Cold Weather Tips for Your Pet

  January 1, 2014

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  As it gets colder and colder, we aren’t the only ones who need to adapt to the conditions—our pets need to stay safe in the chilly weather too. Here, a Pelham veterinarian discusses a few cold weather tips for our companion animals. Limit Outdoor Time The easiest way to keep your pet safe and warm this winter is to limit the time they spend outside. By all means, let them go out and romp in … Read More »

• Merry Christmas from the Main West Animal Hospital

  December 25, 2013

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  From our family to yours, the Main West Animal Hospital would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year.  We hope you are able to spend time with family and friends as you celebrate the holidays.  Of course you’ll have more time to spend with your lovely pets so give them an extra hug and kiss from us this Christmas day, hopefully they’ve been good and Santa got them some presents!!! Merry Christmas … Read More »

• Main West Animal Hospital Holiday Hours

  December 23, 2013

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  The team at the Main West Animal Hospital would like to wish you and your family the very best this holiday season.   As we will also be taking some time to spend with our families our hours of operation have changed for the upcoming holiday. The Main West Animal Hospital will be open the following hours during the holiday season: December 24th: 8am-2pm December 25-29th- Closed December 30th- 8am-6pm December 31st- 8am-2pm January 1st/2014- Closed January 2nd- 8am-6pm … Read More »