Blog: parasite season
Ticks: An Emerging Concern
Until about seven years ago, ticks were not believed to be a problem for dogs in Ontario. Veterinarians would rarely talk to pet owners about ticks and tick-borne diseases and when we did, it was only for animals with a travel history. Then everything changed. Now, tick populations are endemic on the...
Fleas by Dr. Ashley Woo
Unfortunately most of us pet owners have had the unpleasant experience of dealing with fleas. Despite effective treatment against fleas, they still present a threat to our pets. These pesky little insects can carry disease and cause serious harm to our pets. This is why it is important to be...
Natural Mosquito Repellents by Alexandra Adams, ACA
As the warmer months approach, so do the mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance for us, they are also carriers of the heartworm larva which can infect your dog and make him seriously ill. Everyone knows the mainstream insect repellent DEET. That stuff isn’t good for us, let...
The Low Down on Heartworm and Tick Prevention
Quick Summary on Heartworm Heartworm is a parasite that is transmitted by mosquitos. A mosquito feeds on an infected animal and will pick up microfilaria (baby worms). These worms will mature into an infective stage in the mosquito. When the infected mosquito bites another dog or cat, the larvae enter...
