Yonge Sheppard Animal Hospital

Understanding and Managing Itchy Dogs

Is your dog constantly scratching or licking? Learn about effective treatment options for itchy dogs, from mild cases to severe skin conditions, and discover how to keep your pet comfortable and healthy. Contact us if you notice any itching in your dog for personalized care and advice.

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Tick Talk

Tick Talk A Pet Owners Guide to Ticks and How to Keep your Furry Friend Safe from these Tiny Troublemakers Ticks are parasitic arachnids (AKA spiders) that survive by feeding on the blood of animals including dogs, cats and humans. Ticks range in size depending on their life stage maturity

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A concerned puppy next to a pile of vomit

Acute Vomiting in Pets

Vomiting is a common symptom in dogs and cats that can leave pet parents worried. Just like in humans, vomiting can be a symptom arising from a large number underlying causes.

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fur on a dog's back is parted with a comb, showing a blueberry sized lump

Lumps and Bumps: A Pet Owner’s Guide to Skin Lumps

So, Your Furry Friend Has a Mystery Bump? ?

Hey there, pet parent! We get it – finding a weird lump or bump on your beloved furball can be a little unsettling. But don’t panic! In this handy guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of those enigmatic skin growths and what to do next.

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了解幼犬的疫苗

🐶 了解幼犬的疫苗 💉 Topics Covered: 核心疫苗: DA2PP(也称为 DHPP,犬四联)疫苗 狂犬病(Rabies)疫苗 可选疫苗: 钩端螺旋体病(Leptospirosis) 疫苗 博德特氏菌(Bordetella) 疫苗 一岁前的疫苗接种时间表 核心疫苗: 无论品种或生活方式如何,所有狗都应接种核心疫苗。 DA2PP(也称为 DHPP,犬四联)疫苗: 是一种“核心疫苗”,建议所有狗接种。这种疫苗是一种组合疫苗,可保护狗免受 4 种不同疾病的侵害。 DA2PP 防止瘟热(一种神经系统感染)、两种腺病毒(也称为肝炎、一种肝脏感染)、细小病毒(肠道和免疫抑制病毒)和副流感病毒(呼吸道感染)。这些感染都是由病毒引起的,并且在生活环境中很常见,由野生动物和未接种疫苗的狗携带。与治疗相比,疫苗接种更加便宜且高效。因此,无论品种或生活方式如何,我们建议所有狗狗接种。 狂犬病(Rabies)疫苗: 狂犬病疫苗也是一种“核心疫苗”,所有狗和猫都需要,无论何种生活方式。狂犬病是一种病毒,通过唾液(咬伤)从受感染的哺乳动物传播给其他动物。狂犬病总是致命的。 因此,在安大略省,所有健康的、可以接种疫苗的宠物,都必须接种疫苗并保持疫苗的更新和有效。如果宠物没有接种狂犬病疫苗,宠物主人可能会被罚款。(See: https://www.ontario.ca/page/rabies-pets and R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 567: RABIES IMMUNIZATION.) 幼犬可以在 12 周龄时开始接种疫苗,大多数在 16 周龄时进行最后一次加强疫苗接种。 可选疫苗: 根据疾病的接触风险,推荐接种可选疫苗。 钩端螺旋体病(Leptospirosis) 疫苗: 钩端螺旋体病是一种感染肝脏和肾脏的细菌。它会在哺乳动物的尿液中携带并由此传播,包括浣熊、老鼠、狗、鹿、马和牛。受感染的其中一条途径是,狗因意外摄入染病动物的尿液或被染病动物尿液污染的水(例如水坑、溪流、公共水碗)。这种病的诊断和治疗都是极具挑战性的。在最好的情况下,感染这种疾病的狗虽然病得很重,但经过多天住院和护理会康复。但在最坏的情况下,狗可能会死于这种疾病。虽然这种病曾被认为是农村狗的疾病,但随着城市中浣熊和老鼠的增加,导致这种疾病在城市环境中也急剧增加。这种疾病也是“人畜共患病”的,这意味着它也会影响人。该疫苗尤其推荐经常在户外的狗接种,例如公园,小径、后院、露营地、小木屋和农场。 博德特氏菌(Bordetella) 疫苗 : Bordetella(又名犬舍咳)是一种高度传染性疾病,狗会表现出类似流感的症状。在免疫系统正常、健康的患者中,博德特氏菌可引起轻度至中度咳嗽,并持续约 7-10

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The Essential Guide to Puppy Nutrition

The Essential Guide to Puppy Nutrition Puppies are bundles of joy, bringing happiness and energy into our lives. As pet parents, we know that providing a balanced and nutritious diet is vital for the growth, development, and overall health of our puppy. However, many pet owners face confusion when trying

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The Essential Guide To Puppies and Parasites

The Essential Guide to Puppies and Parasites When it comes to puppies, their health and well-being are of utmost importance. One aspect that puppy owners need to be aware of is the presence of parasites. Parasites can have a significant impact on the health of puppies and may even pose

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