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How to Prepare Your Pet for Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for Pet Owners
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | June 13, 2025
Facing the prospect of pet surgery can be stressful for any pet owner. Whether it’s a routine procedure like a spay or neuter or a more complex surgery, being well-prepared can make a significant difference in your pet’s experience and recovery. Proper preparation helps minimize risks, reduces anxiety for both you and your pet, and ensures that the surgery goes
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Summer is Around the Corner: Are You and Your Pet Ready?
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | May 29, 2025
Summer is many people’s favorite season, with sunshine and barbeques, long walks with your dog, or sun worshipping with your cat. But this glorious season comes with its own set of dangers – for us and our pets. So, before you fire up the grill or decorate your dog with a glow stick for a Fourth of July celebration, let’s
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May Is Asthma Awareness Month: Let’s Talk About Cats Who Cough
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | May 22, 2025
If you’ve ever caught your cat crouched low to the ground, neck extended, hacking like they’ve got a hairball, but nothing comes up, there’s a good chance it wasn’t just a hairball. May is Asthma Awareness Month and it’s a perfect time to discuss a disease that affects roughly 1%–5% of cats. What is feline asthma? Feline asthma is a
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Treating Cancer in Pets: What You Need to Know After a Diagnosis
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | May 15, 2025
Your pet has cancer. Those words can knock the breath out of you. You’re likely feeling overwhelmed, scared, and unsure of what comes next. But take a deep breath—there are options and there is support. This guide walks you through what happens after a cancer diagnosis, from treatment options to how to choose the right path for your pet. First, Make Sure
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Why Is My Cat Throwing Up (Again)? A Fur-Real Guide to Feline Vomit
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | May 8, 2025
So, you’re peacefully sipping your coffee when you hear the sound. You know the one: a throaty, gagging prelude followed by the unmistakable splort of cat vomit on your favorite rug. Welcome to cat parenthood. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why does my cat keep barfing like it’s their part-time job?”—you’re in the right place. The Top (Gross) Reasons Cats Vomit When to
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Tick-Borne Illness in Dogs and Cats: What Pet Owners Need to Know
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | May 1, 2025
You felt a tiny bump on your dog’s ear. Or maybe you spotted something on your cat’s neck that didn’t look quite right. Then you realise: it’s a tick. Your stomach drops. You’ve heard ticks carry diseases, but your pet seems fine right now. Should you be worried? What should you even look for? Should you call the vet? You’re
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Celebrate National Pet Parents Day
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | April 24, 2025
Hold up, Mother’s Day. Not so fast, Father’s Day. There’s another kind of parent that deserves some serious appreciation—yes, we’re talking about pet parents. You know who you are. You’ve got fur on your clothes, baby talk in your voice, and a camera roll that’s 95% your pet making slightly different versions of the same face. You’ve planned your schedule
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Why Heartworm Prevention and Monitoring Matter for Your Pet’s Health and Happiness
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | April 17, 2025
If you love your dog or cat like family, protecting them from pain, illness, and unnecessary risks is part of the job. One silent but serious threat you might not think about enough is heartworm disease. What Is Heartworm Disease and Why Should You Care? Dogs and cats get infected with heartworms from a mosquito bite. Once inside the body,
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Not Easter Toys: Rabbits Are Brilliant Pets With Big Needs
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | April 10, 2025
They’re soft, gentle, and ridiculously cute, so it’s easy to see why rabbits often end up as Easter gifts. But here’s the thing: rabbits aren’t seasonal surprises. They’re complex, intelligent animals that need long-term care, attention, and space to thrive. If you’re thinking about bringing a rabbit home this Easter, here’s what you should know. Rabbits Can Make Amazing Pets When properly
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The Important Role of Veterinarians in Public Health
By Parkwood Animal Hospital | April 3, 2025
When we think of veterinarians, we usually picture them taking care of our pets. However, their work extends far beyond just helping animals. Veterinarians play a key role in keeping both animals and humans healthy, making them vital to public health. This connection between animal, human, and environmental health is called One Health. Next week is National Public Health Week, so
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