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Many traditional Thanksgiving foods can harm your pet. Instead of giving turkey legs, offer small amounts of skinless, boneless, unseasoned turkey breast. Swap rich mashed potatoes for plain mashed sweet potatoes. Avoid raw yeast dough - give cooked biscuits only. For treats, offer safe fruits like apples, bananas, and berries instead of toxic ones like raisins or chocolate. Keep your pet safe this holiday, and contact us if any issues arise.

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Exercise needs vary by pet type, age, breed, and health. Dogs generally require 30 minutes to 2 hours daily, depending on their energy and breed, with activities like walks, fetch, swimming, and training. Cats need about 30 minutes of play each day using toys, climbing posts, and interactive games to stay fit. Mental stimulation is also important for both. Contact us to create a personalized exercise plan for your furry friend.

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Pets can limp for many reasons, including arthritis, injuries, infections, or fractures. Mild limping that improves quickly may not need urgent care, but watch for signs like vocalizing in pain, swelling, bleeding, disorientation, or inability to bear weight. If you notice any of these, or if the limp worsens, seek emergency veterinary care immediately. When unsure, contact us for advice on the best next steps.


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As pets age, behavior changes like house soiling, disrupted sleep, and excessive vocalization may signal underlying health concerns. Learn what to watch for and when to seek veterinary help.



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<p dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 18px">Aging seems to bring with it a number of health issues for pets, including behaviour issues. As your furry friend grows older, keep an eye out for these common behaviour problems that may pop up so you can get help for them.&nbsp;</span></p><h2 dir="auto"><strong>Senior pets and house soiling</strong></h2><p dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 18px">As your pet grows older, they may develop elimination issues and begin urinating and defecating in inappropriate areas. Again, osteoarthritis can cause house soiling, because it can be painful for your pet to navigate the litter box or the stairs to go outdoors or to posture correctly when eliminating. Other potential causes for this issue include cognitive dysfunction, urinary tract infections or cancer, gastrointestinal problems, renal failure, diabetes, or other endocrine disorders.</span></p><h2 dir="auto"><strong>Senior pets and disrupted sleep patterns</strong></h2><p dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 18px">Your senior pet may display a change in their normal sleep pattern, becoming more restless and anxious at night. Many times, this is caused by cognitive dysfunction, but an inability to get comfortable and relax also can be the culprit. Pets with heart or respiratory disease may find it difficult to lie down and breathe comfortably, while arthritic pets may experience discomfort when lying down for long periods. Pets with urinary, gastrointestinal, or endocrine disorders also may need to urinate or defecate during the night, when they could previously hold it. You can help your pet sleep at night by ensuring they receive plenty of exercise and attention during the day, and managing any underlying health issues.</span></p><h2 dir="auto"><strong>Senior pets and excessive vocalization</strong></h2><p dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 18px">Pets who were previously quiet, but have turned to excessive barking, meowing, groaning, or grumbling in their older age, may be suffering from a painful health condition. For example, osteoarthritis is common among senior pets and can cause them to vocalize their discomfort. Cognitive dysfunction is another reason your senior pet may be “talking” more. Although more noticeable in dogs, cats also can develop this behavior issue, which is similar to Alzheimer’s disease in people.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="auto"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p dir="auto"><span style="font-size: 18px">If your senior pet is exhibiting behaviour changes, they could have an underlying health issue.</span></p>

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