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Surgery: What You Need To Know
It is important for you to know that not all veterinary hospitals approach surgery in the same way. At Fairmont Animal Hospital we strive to offer your pet the highest quality care available. Advancements in veterinary medicine allow us to offer your pet many options that help minimize the risk of surgery. Keeping your […]
Read MoreBiting Puppies
Although often thought to be a teething behaviour – nipping, mouthing and biting in young dogs is generally a form of social play. Teething is more likely to involve gnawing or chewing on household objects. Puppies need to be provided ample opportunity to play, without biting. (Read more about Dental Care for Dogs) The most […]
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Rabies
Rabies: Rabies has been in the news recently after 10 new cases were identified in raccoons in the Hamilton area back in December of 2015. The last time rabies was identified in Ontario was in 2005 and occurred with an outbreak in the raccoon population. In response to the confirmed cases, the Ontario government has […]
Read MoreGeriatric Preventative Health Care
As pet owners, we all reach a point in time where our much-loved companions start to show signs of aging. It is thought that cats and dogs age at the rate of 6 to 7 years for every one year of life in human terms. If your pet is advancing in years a lot can […]
Read MoreAdvice For Cat Owners
Spay and Neuter: Spaying and neutering is an important way to keep our pets healthy. Even if your cat lives indoors, it just takes one misadventure outside and they could end up having an unplanned litter. Aside from helping with overpopulation, spaying and neutering has numerous other health benefits. Benefits of spaying include a 91% […]
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