Blog
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Oct 01 2018
RVT Month
What is an RVT? RVT stands for Registered Veterinary Technician. What does this mean? It means they have a Veterinary Technician diploma, and then have gone even further and…
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Sep 27 2018
Rabies in Ontario: what the public needs to know – an update for 2018
What is the Risk of Rabies in Ontario? There have been 50 cases of rabies in Ontario since January 2018. The majority of these are from raccoons, followed by skunks…
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Sep 07 2018
Purchasing a Puppy
Purchasing a puppy or new dog is extremely exciting but is also a huge decision. When purchasing a new companion, it is important to know what breed best suits you,... -
Aug 31 2018
Tips on How to Keep Your Cat Happy
Feed your cat well: feeding a well-balanced kibble (and / or canned food) is extremely important for the well-being of your cat. Obesity is the most common source of…
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Aug 10 2018
The Difficult Decision: Pet Food
As humans we are told that if we eat healthy and exercise we will live a long and healthy life, why would this statement be any different for our…
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Aug 02 2018
What Happens at My Pet’s Annual Visit to the Doctor’s Office?
We strongly recommend annual visits to the vet clinic for both cats and dogs. Why might that be? It’s not all about vaccines. HISTORY TAKING Firstly, a technician and doctor…
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Jul 05 2018
Grooming; More than Just Looking Good
The Do’s and Don’ts of Grooming: Do Brush your dog regularly and brush before bathing (if you bathe your dog before brushing – this can cause the mats to get…
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Jun 22 2018
Pets and Camping
We view our pets as family members and it’s natural to wish to bring them on a family vacation. Please take some time to plan ahead and determine whether camping…
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Jun 22 2018
How To Keep Your Pet Safe in the Hot Weather
With summer weather (especially in Perth County) comes high temperatures, high humidity and the occasional heat wave. Pets are especially vulnerable to the heat and we see many cases of heat…
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May 18 2018
Preventing Anxiety for Dogs during Fireworks and Storms
The May long weekend is here and we at Mitchell Veterinary Services wish you and your pets a lovely, warm weekend! Fireworks, as well as thunderstorms, may be a stressful…