Check out our brand new sign in the reception area, welcoming everyone to our loving pet haven! And who better to introduce it than our amazing Veterinary Assistant, Daniella? Her dedication and compassion for our furry friends make her an invaluable part of our team. Next time you visit, be sure to give Daniella a warm hello! 🥰 . . . #TeamVetCare #PassionForPets #WelcomingCommitment #SimcoeVeterinaryHospital #vetsinBarrie #BarrieVeterinarian #barrieontario #petsinSimcoeCounty #weloveyourpets #aahaaccredited #compassionatecare
Brushing your pet's teeth is not an alternative to a full dental cleaning if your pet has more advanced dental disease. But if your pet has been given the "all clear" from your veterinarian then follow these helpful tips for brushing! 🪥 Don't use a human toothpaste on your pet. 🪥 Do use a toothbrush without any paste at first so that your pet may get used to the object in the mouth before having to contend with flavor. 🪥 Don't attempt to clean the inner surface of your pet's teeth. Natural saliva cleans this surface on its own. 🪥 Do try to perform dental home care at least once daily. 🪥 Don't perform dental home care during the first week after a full dentistry in the hospital as your pet's gums may be tender. Unsure how to begin? Call us today to schedule an appointment with one of our Veterinary Technicians for a brushing demo!
At Simcoe Veterinary Hospital our staff are trained on creating Fear Free veterinary experiences for your pets! One way that we can help our pets to feel more comfortable during their visit is through the use of calming pheromones. We have bandanas to spray with Adaptil or Feliway available for all of our patients and you can take it home after your appointment!
This little cutie was in to visit recently because she was infected by a Cuterebra which needed to be removed from under her skin. She had the infected area cleaned after removal and was sent home with antibiotics. Although not a fun appointment, she was a superstar! Cuterebra are large flies that lay eggs near animal burrows, nests, or vegetation. Cats and dogs can pick them up by walking near these eggs, allowing them to get attached to their coat. These eggs then hatch into larvae that invade the dog or cat through their mouth, nasal passages, or an external wound. The larva will then travel under the skin of your pet and set up a little home for itself, called a warble. The warble is generally characterized by a small opening in the middle of the swelling used for breathing. There may be a small amount of fluid draining from the opening, causing your dog or cat to frequently groom the area or scratch it excessively. What pet owners typically see is the swelling at the air hole and matted hair from the pet's over-grooming. Cats often groom to the point of irritation. Sometimes the pet has pain at the site. Some sites become infected and pus can be seen. Your veterinarian can diagnose cuterebriasis just by visual inspection. . . . #themoreyouknow #cuterebra #Barrieveterinarian #SimcoeVeterinaryHospital #weloveyourpets #petsandparasites #allinadayswork
