Blog: Parasite Prevention

Ear Mites in Cats and Dogs: What to Look for and How to Treat Them

By Katie, RVT Our clinic sees ear mites fairly regularly and often owners don’t know their pets are infected because they are microscopic. If you suspect your pet has ear mites, it is crucial to get them to the vet to have their ears swabbed and check under a microscope...

Ticks in Alberta – Everything You Need to Know

Dr. Jill Rankin, DVM What are Ticks? Ticks are small spider-like arachnids that attach themselves to the skin and feed off blood. While tick bites do not cause health problems on their own, certain species of ticks are known to transmit diseases, including Lyme disease. Common ticks found in Alberta...