Veterinary Blog
Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the St. Georges Veterinary Hospital team!
How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires
How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires While all pets need exercise daily, the amount each cat or dog requires changes. Follow the approaches below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed, and health for a personalized workout...
How to Spot Hypothermia in Your Pet
How to Spot Hypothermia in Your Pet Even though temperatures are dropping, your furry companion still wants to go outdoors to play, exercise, and eliminate. However, wet snow, melting ice, and frigid temperatures can lead to hypothermia in your pet, despite...
5 Pet Hazards To Be Aware of This Holiday Season
5 Pet Hazards To Be Aware of This Holiday Season With the year coming to an end, holiday festivities are in full motion. But the additional activity and stress present the perfect opportunity for your pet to get into trouble, so keep an eye out for the...
What Should and Should Not Be on Your Pet’s Thanksgiving Plate
What Should and Should Not Be on Your Pet’s Thanksgiving Plate While you are drooling over a heaping plate of your favorite Thanksgiving food, so is your pet. However, many popular Thanksgiving foods are dangerous for pets. Let your pet join the feast by preparing a...
4 Tips To Help Your Senior Pet With Seasonal Changes
4 Tips To Help Your Senior Pet With Seasonal Changes The changing seasons affect everyone differently, but the switch from balmy summer weather to frigid temperatures can really do a number on your senior pet. Here are four ways to help your furry pal easily...
Pet Obesity Prevention Starts with These 3 Steps
Pet Obesity Prevention Starts with These 3 Steps National Pet Obesity Awareness Day is on October 12, but you should pay attention to your pet’s weight all year long. Over 50% of the nation’s cats and dogs are considered overweight or obese, which can lead to...
5 Halloween Pet Safety Tips
5 Halloween Pet Safety Tips As October 31 approaches, you may already be planning spooky activities to celebrate Halloween. If you include your pet in the festivities, ensure you do so safely by following these Halloween pet safety tips. #1: Avoid...
3 Ways Your Pet Is Kept Safe Under Anesthesia
3 Ways Your Pet Is Kept Safe Under Anesthesia Your pet’s safety is our number one priority, particularly when they undergo anesthesia and surgical procedures. We understand you also are concerned about your pet’s health and safety while under anesthesia, and we...
5 Signs Your Pet Is in Pain
5 Signs Your Pet Is in Pain It can be tough to tell when your pet is in pain because pets are masters at hiding any vulnerabilities. September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, so do your pet a favor and learn the following common signs of pain to get them help...
How Do Pet Microchips Work?
How Do Pet Microchips Work? If you've been on the fence about having your pet microchipped, it might help ease your mind to understand how microchips work. While they do not provide GPS tracking capabilities, they do offer a permanent means of identification for your...