Dr. Barrientos’ Best Tick Prevention Advice
Quick tick facts Ticks are more likely to be active when the temperature rises above 0 degrees Celsius. March through May and September through December are when you’ll most …
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Oral Care at Home for Pets
Brushing your pet’s teeth may seem unusual; after all, haven’t cats and dogs survived for centuries without a toothbrush? Wouldn’t cleaning your cat’s teeth be just as beneficial as …
Winter Care Tips for Your Pet
Winter is usually a time to snuggle up and stay warm, and this includes our pets too. When the temperatures drop and the ground is blanketed in snow, pet …
Top Holiday Dangers for your Cat
The month of December is full of holiday celebrations, feasts, and gatherings. While these are joyous occasions for family and friends, they can pose a real danger to our …
What are the most common internal dog parasites?
Internal parasites are common in dogs and can lead to serious health issues for them. In this article, we will discuss the most common internal dog parasites: roundworms, tapeworms, …
Most Common Parasites in Cats
What kinds of parasites do cats get? Parasites in cats are varied and fall into two main types: external and internal. As the name implies, external parasites live on …
Why Vet Visits are Taking Longer During the Lockdown
As a result of the lockdown and the ongoing efforts in reducing the threat of COVID-19, animal hospitals have been facing many challenges. Since the pandemic started, veterinary …
Ear Mites in Cats and Dogs & How to treat them
Ear mites, or otoacariasis, is an animal skin disease. In dogs and cats, it is most commonly caused by Otodectes cynotis, a parasitic mite of the Epidermoptidae family …
Top 10 Christmas Dangers for your Dog
Christmas is a time of celebration, fun, indulgence and family-time. Our pets are part of the family and will be part of the action too, so let’s help them …
Six important things you need to know about Giardia
Summary: Giardia can become quite a problem when you don’t know what you are dealing with, that’s why our very own Dr. Barrientos has answered the top 6 questions …