Blog: Services
Dog Urinalysis and Fecal Exam
A urinalysis can reveal not only a urinary tract infection but also the function of internal organs. We can also discover urinary crystals, which could be indicative of stones. Fecal exams can reveal parasites, in adult form or even in the beginning egg stages. Intestinal parasites can lead to gastrointestinal…
Dog Anal Gland Expression
Anal glands, the hot topic of any day-to-day conversation! Anal gland material contains a scent for pets to mark their territory. They can become impacted and rupture if they are not being emptied naturally by the animal. When that happens, your dog can be quite uncomfortable and it can lead…
Dog Heartworm Test
Alberta does not typically experience high heat for long periods of time, heartworm does not persist in our environment and therefore, is not a big problem here in Alberta. We focus on prevention if pets are known to travel to places where heartworm is prevalent.
Dog Fleas and Ticks
Fleas and ticks are external parasites that can cause both external and internal harm. They can cause allergic dermatitis (skin issues) and anemia (blood loss). Prevention is always easier than treatment, so using a preventative is very important, especially in flea-ridden areas.