SURREY, BC – As avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu (H5N1), continues to circulate in wild bird populations across British Columbia, Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Surrey is addressing growing questions from local pet owners about potential risks to cats.
Dogs on Antibiotics Probably Need These Natural Supplements
Natural treatments can’t always replace standard medical treatments, nor should they. If your veterinarian suggests your dog requires antibiotics to recover, chances are you should listen to them. That said, you can use natural supplements to help offset or treat the negative side effects of antibiotics, while supporting your best friend’s digestive system, immune system, […]
Ancient Dogs of all Shapes and Sizes Roamed with Humans
By Kylie M. Cairns, Research Fellow in Canid and Wildlife Genomics, UNSW Sydney and Melanie Fillios, Professor, Department of Archaeology and Palaeoanthropology, University of New England From village dogs to toy poodles to mastiffs, dogs come in an astonishing array of shapes, colours and sizes. Today there are estimated to be about 700 million dogs […]
Perfect Pet Presents 2025
We’ve brought together an outstanding selection of gift ideas for pets and their parents for the 2025 holiday season! Each winning product includes a link so you can easily find it online. These products were chosen from brand, merchant or PR company submissions, based on quality, value, and natural features when applicable. Products we can’t […]
Research Confirms Clay Can Naturally Protect Us From Toxins
By Courtney Price, VMBS Marketing & Communications Texas A&M University | Vet Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, October 2, 2025 — From microplastics to heavy metals and forever chemicals, people are more aware than ever of the potential dangers lurking in food, water, and household items. But thanks to researchers at the Texas A&M College of […]
These Dog and Cat Breeds Hide Their Chronic Conditions
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — If your dog or cat could talk, they’d tell you when something hurts. Until then, it’s important for pet owners to keep an eye on any subtle changes in their dog or cat’s routine that might signal chronic health conditions.
Vet: How to Identify and Treat Interdigital (Toe) Cysts In Dogs
By the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University Between going on walks, running to the door, and jumping on the couch, many dogs spend most of their day on their feet. But when a dog’s routine suddenly slows down, owners might not realize that the problem could be related to their […]
Is Wildfire Smoke Harming Your Pets? Signs and Prevention
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With wildfire smoke creating poor air quality across parts of the Midwest, East Coast and New England in recent days and expected in the days to come, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is reminding the public that wildfire smoke can pose serious health risks not only to […]
Dog Deaths Climb with Climate Change Heatwaves
By Tom Melville New UNSW-led research confirms man’s best friend is at risk from human-induced climate change.
Pet Parents Feeding Raw Diets Often Ignore These Risks
Raw feeding (sometimes referred to as a BARF diet) is a growing trend among pet parents who want to provide a more natural diet for their cats and dogs. The idea is simple, feed pets the way their wild ancestors ate: raw meat, bones and organs, often with a few fruits and vegetables thrown in.