Veterinary Blog

Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the St. Georges Veterinary Hospital team!

Take These Steps To Protect Your Dog From Lyme Disease

Take These Steps To Protect Your Dog From Lyme Disease

Ban Black-Legged Ticks: How to Protect Your Dog from Lyme Disease Black-legged, or deer, ticks are the species responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs and people. No longer limited to the East Coast, Lyme disease is spreading across the country and can...

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Common Pet Toxins You Should Be Aware Of

Common Pet Toxins You Should Be Aware Of

Danger Alert! Common Pet Toxins  Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin knowledge for...

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How to Deal with a New Puppy in Your Home

How to Deal with a New Puppy in Your Home

Landing on Their Paws: How to Set Your New Puppy Up for Success Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle...

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Understanding End-of-Life Pet Care Options

Understanding End-of-Life Pet Care Options

End-of-Life Pet Care Options  Knowing your pet is nearing the end of their life is heartbreaking, but understanding and preparing for their final moments can help you accept their passing. Whether your beloved companion is reaching the end of their natural life span,...

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Here Are 3 Reasons Why You Should Spay Your Pet

Here Are 3 Reasons Why You Should Spay Your Pet

3 Reasons Why You Should Spay Your Pet Launched in 1995, World Spay Day is an annual campaign to encourage people to save animal lives by spaying companion pets and feral cats. World Spay Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Tuesday in February, which falls on...

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How to Keep Your Pet Safe When Traveling

How to Keep Your Pet Safe When Traveling

Safe Travels! How to Prepare for Traveling with Your Pet National Pet Travel Safety Day falls on January 2, so there’s no better time to learn how to hit the road or head to the skies with your four-legged friend. Follow our guide to travel safely with your pet....

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Indoor Activities Your Pet Will Love during the Winter

Indoor Activities Your Pet Will Love during the Winter

3 Invigorating Indoor Activities for Pets When bad weather strikes and your pet is going stir-crazy from being cooped up indoors, turn to indoor enrichment activities. These games will exercise not only your furry pal’s body but also their mind, allowing them to burn...

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4 Holiday DIY Pet Toy Ideas

4 Holiday DIY Pet Toy Ideas

4 DIY Holiday Toys for Your Pet Pets are wonderful gift recipients. They appreciate anything you give them, regardless of how much time or money you spend. Plus, you don’t have to be extraordinarily crafty to create homemade gifts your furry pal will enjoy. Make your...

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How to Help Less Fortunate Pets

How to Help Less Fortunate Pets

Embrace the Season of Giving Back: 3 Ways to Help Less Fortunate Pets This season, we are reminded to give back to those around us. One of the best ways to embrace this mentality is by helping less fortunate pets in our community. Here are three ways that you can give...

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