Blog: pet care
Ear Mites
What is an ear mite you might ask? Ear mites are tiny parasites that live in the ear canals of dogs and cats, though cats are more at risk for infection than dogs.
Spring is Here, but Don’t Sleep on Dental Care
Spring has finally arrived, and every pet owner is concerned about parasites. There is a good reason for this, and I strongly encourage it! Unfortunately for me, the focus on dentistry tends to decline during these months. Being a Canadian Veterinary Dental Technician, I am obsessed with teeth year-round.
Blastomycosis, a Local Lurking Disease
Blastomycosis is a fungal infection induced by an organism called Blastomyces dermatitidis. Blastomyces dermatitidis is a fungal pathogen that lives primarily in decaying wood materials, decomposing leaves and moist soils.