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Jan 15



 Obesity In Dogs
  By Parkgate Health   No Comments

Obesity is a nutritional disease which is defined by an excess of body fat. Dogs that are over nourished, lack the ability to exercise, or that have a tendency to…
Read More      Jan 12



 Obesity In Cats
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Causes of Feline Obesity Gross obesity in cats can be caused by anyone, or more often, a combination of the following: The single worst food for cats is a high-carbohydrate,…
Read More      Jan 08



 Rapid Weight Loss In Cats
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Weight loss is a common feline problem, particularly in senior kitties. Figuring out if your kitty is losing weight may be reliant on what you feel (rather than what you see). This is…
Read More      Jan 05



 Cold Weather and Pets – Tips and Tricks
  By Parkgate Community, Health, Tips And Tricks   No Comments

Whether we like it or not, it’s time for the cold weather. Although we don’t get winter as bad out here in Vancouver as our neighbors out east, we still…
Read More      Dec 29



 How To Clean Your Dog’s Ears
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What You Need Ear cleaning solution: Look for a quality ear cleaner recommended by veterinarians. A top choice of professionals is Epi-Otic by Virbac. Avoid ear cleansers that contain alcohol or hydrogen…
Read More      Dec 21



 Depression In Cats
  By Parkgate Behavior, Health   No Comments

Certainly cats can exhibit depressed behavior, but the general consensus is that they do not experience the same emotional changes associated with clinical depression in humans. “In general, depression in…
Read More      Dec 08



 Dogs and Kidney Stones
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Kidney stones form in dogs for a few different reasons. The different causes ultimately predict which type of nephro (kidney) + lith (stone) is most likely to form. And the type of stone…
Read More      Dec 08



 Cats and Giardia – What You Need To Know
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Giardia is a microscopic parasite that causes the illness known as giardiasis. Giardia is contagious. It’s found on contaminated surfaces, in soil, or on food or water that has been contaminated with feces (poop)…
Read More      Nov 24



 Battery Poisoning and Dogs
  By Parkgate Community, Diet, Emergency, Health   No Comments

As the holidays approach, more and more things around the house are powered by batteries. Batteries pose a major health risk to dogs and children when accidentally ingested. Battery ingestions…
Read More      Nov 23



 Anesthesia, Blood Work, and Cats
  By Parkgate Health   No Comments

We will likely require blood work before your cat has anesthesia for dental work or surgery. What is the point of running blood work? Is it a way to pad the bill? Is it a scam designed…
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