7 Tips to Hydrate Your Cat

Hydration is essential for your overall health, and this is also true for your cat. However, getting your cat to drink an adequate amount of water isn't always easy, and sometimes you have to get creative. Our Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital team explains feline hydration’s importance and offers simple tips you can follow to encourage [...]

Heat Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pets

Barbecues and fun outdoor activities make summer a great season for pets, but the heat can create a pressure cooker of problems and potential disasters. How can you and your pet enjoy the dog days of summer without risking your pet’s health and safety? We provide the answers in the following heat safety guide from [...]

An Owner’s Guide to Noise Aversion in Pets

Few animals enjoy loud noises, but for nearly two-thirds of dogs, loud sounds are more than startling. Noise averse pets experience extreme anxiety and fear, similar to a person’s panic attack, when they hear a specific, or many, loud noises. This fear and anxiety can manifest in a variety of ways, and can be incredibly [...]

It’s My Paw-ty—5 Tips for Celebrating Your Pet’s Special Day

Although our pets can’t understand the birthday or adoption anniversary concept, they’re always ready to celebrate. And, while some may think that pet-centric events are frivolous, intentional celebrations—large and small—are a great way to acknowledge and honor the love, joy, and laughter that pets bring to our daily lives. To ensure a safe and memorable [...]

Tick Talk: FAQ About Lyme Disease in Pets

Tick-tock. Warm weather is on the way, and along with warmer temperatures comes a surge in Ontario’s tick population. This means an equal rise in tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease—a bacterial illness that affects humans and dogs. At Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital, we believe pet owner education is the first line of defense against [...]

7 Pet Poison Prevention Tips

What do chocolate, onions, ibuprofen, and lilies have in common? These are some of the many household items that are perfectly harmless for people, but toxic and dangerous for pets. The animal poison control helplines in North America receive hundreds of calls each day from concerned pet owners and veterinary professionals caring for poisoned pets, [...]

5 Pet Dental Care Tips

Dental disease is a common problem for pets, and the best oral health care strategy is prevention. Proper dental care not only keeps your pet’s mouth healthy, but also is important to maintain their overall good health. Veterinarians across Canada celebrate Pet Dental Health in February, and our Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital team is highlighting [...]

7 Cold Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Cold temperatures, snow, and ice can be challenging, and the conditions can pose serious threats to not only your health, but also your pet’s. Our Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital team knows a thing or two about combating winter weather, and we offer cold safety tips to help protect your pet in chilly conditions. #1: Keep [...]

3 Holiday Pet Hazards to Avoid

The holidays are a fun and festive time for you and your loved ones—including your pet. But an unexpected pet emergency can turn fun to fear. Houseguests, celebrations, and certain holiday decorations can pose potential perils to your pet. Learn how to avoid an emergency veterinary visit by reading our Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital team’s [...]

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