Has your pet been diagnosed with a condition that you are unfamiliar with? Search the Pet Health section of our website for accurate and reliable information on this condition. There are many other sites on the internet offering pet health information. As you browse these other sites, please remember that not all such information is factual and trustworthy.
Has your pet been diagnosed with a condition that you are unfamiliar with? Search the Pet Health section of our website for accurate and reliable information on this condition. There are many other sites on the internet offering pet health information. As you browse these other sites, please remember that not all such information is factual and trustworthy.
OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) Certification: We are able to radiograph your dog’s hips for hip dysplasia at 24 months of age. We will forward these radiographs to a Board Certified Radiologist for OFA certification. Ontario Veterinary College Certification: We also offer certification done at the Ontario Veterinary College. These radiographs are taken at 18 months or older. These are then sent to a board certified radiologist in Guelph for certification. If planning on breeding a dog, this certification is generally required by most breeders in an effort to decrease the incidence of this debilitating condition.
Renal dysplasia is an uncommon but significant disease found in some Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos and Soft-coated Wheaten Terriers. Renal dysplasia is a disease in which the kidneys fail to develop normally. Dogs usually become clinically ill before one year of age. If you are a breeder, this test can significantly reduce your chances of breeding this inherited problem in your dogs.
We offer testing for this disease which, in some breeds, is a highly inheritable trait. Von Willebrand’s disease is similar to hemophilia in humans and can result in life threatening bleeding. Often dogs that carry this disease in their genetic makeup go undetected until an emergency situation arises during a routine procedure such as a spay or neuter. In some cases, the disease may become apparent when a small superficial injury results in significant blood loss. Often the first hint that a dog has this disease is when their adult teeth are pushing through their gums and the gums bleed excessively. Knowing your dog’s condition ahead of time can make the difference between life and death.
Commonly affected breeds include Doberman Pinschers, Scottish Terriers, Manchester Terriers, Shetland Sheepdogs, Poodles and Pembrooke Welsh Corgis. As many as 50% of Dobermans are affected with this disease.
Some animals show no signs of the disease but are carriers of the genetic problem. If these dogs are allowed to reproduce, they can pass the disease on to their offspring. If you are a breeder, consider using this test before breeding your dogs.
Puppies/KittensGrowing puppies and kittens have different nutritional needs than adult dogs and cats. There are a variety of pet foods available on the market. We have selected nutritionally balanced brands that we are confident will meet your puppies and kittens growth requirements.
Nutrition for giant breed dogs has become a hot topic of discussion among giant breed dog owners. Giant breeds include, but are not limited to, Great Danes, Irish Wolfhounds and Giant Schnauzers. These breeds have unique dietary requirements and we can provide you with the information you need to make the correct decisions about your pet’s nutrition. We discuss these requirements with all new puppy owners on their first puppy wellness visit. If you have any concerns regarding the nutrition of your giant breed, we would be pleased to discuss them with you further.
To insure the return of your pet should they become lost, our veterinary clinic offers Microchip pet identification. This service is provided through Petsure. They DO NOT charge an annual fee.
A Microchip is implanted through a syringe and needle under the loose skin in your pet’s neck. This procedure is done at our Stouffville Animal Hospital. If your animal should become lost and picked up by the pound, they will scan your pet’s and their individual identification number will be matched with your name address and phone number in a computer data base. This ensures your pet’s prompt return home.
