News
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National Pet Obesity Awareness Day
Oct 08 2020
October 14th marks National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. Many us spend countless hours worrying about the health of our pets, but many of our pets are overweight or obese. According to a survey…
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October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!
Oct 01 2020
The first Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) was founded in 1824 in England, nearly 200 years ago. The SPCA is well-known as an organization devoted to animal welfare, assisting…
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World Rabies Day
Sep 24 2020
September 28th is an important day in human and animal health. September 28th marks the anniversary of Louis Pasteur’s death. Louis Pasteur was the chemist and microbiologist who developed the first…
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We Support the Port Alberni Toy Run
Sep 17 2020
The toy run is a local event to raise money and toys to help charities dedicated to serving children in the Alberni Valley. It attracts many people and involves a parade of motorbikes from little…
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Curbside Veterinary Care
Sep 17 2020
As we adapt to the “new normal” during the COVID-19 pandemic the way we go about our daily activities continues to evolve. Veterinary clinics are no exception. Based on recommendations from the…
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September 13th is National Pet Memorial Day
Sep 10 2020
This Sunday marks Pet Memorial Day, a day to remember and celebrate all the pets we’ve held in our hearts. Pets bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love to our lives. They become members of our…
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September is Animal Pain Awareness Month
Aug 28 2020
Recognizing that our pets may be in pain can be difficult. A pet that experiences acute (or sudden) pain may cry out, but how do you know what’s hurting? And a pet experiencing chronic pain may not…
