Dogs often chew on things they shouldn't. Unfortunately, this can lead to potentially life-threatening blockages. Here, our Halifax veterinarians discuss intestinal blockages in dogs, including the signs, timeline, and what to expect during and after surgery.
Has your dog had veterinary surgery? Are you wondering how to care for them afterward properly? Here, our Halifax veterinarians share some information about veterinary surgery and how to help your dog recover quickly after their procedure.
What does it mean if your veterinarian says your dog needs anesthesia for a specific procedure? Here, our Halifax veterinarians discuss anesthesia for dogs, including how long it lasts and what to do if your dog is acting weird after waking up.
If your dog suddenly begins shaking its head, you may wonder why and what you should do about it. In this post, our veterinary team shares the causes of excessive head shaking in dogs and when to bring them to our Halifax emergency and specialty animal hospital.
While you can take precautions to protect your pup against diseases and illness, accidents happen when we least expect them. Our emergency veterinarians in Halifax offer some information and advice to help you address and care for common dog wounds.
Your dog uses their ears actively to listen and interact with the world around them. Medical issues can seriously impact their hearing, reducing their overall quality of life. Here, our emergency veterinarians in Halifax discuss ruptured eardrums in dogs including the signs, causes and whether it is an emergency.
Dogs' ears are prone to various conditions and injuries that can result in bloody ears, and it's no different for the pups from across Bedford, Dartmouth, and beyond. Our emergency veterinarians in Halifax share how to stop your dog's ear from bleeding, along with why it happens and the signs to watch for.
In this age of technology, batteries can be found in more and more devices around the home. Unfortunately, our canine companions often turn these devices into chew toys, which can lead to dangerous situations. Here, our team at Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital shares the dangers that can occur if your dog chewed on or ate a battery and what you should do.
For dogs who have torn their cranial cruciate ligament, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery may be a suitable treatment option. Our veterinarians in Halifax explain the procedure and what to expect as your pup recovers.
Our specialists are pleased to accept new patients by referral from primary care veterinarians. Our emergency service welcomes all clients – 24/7/365.