Blog: Pet Safety

Marijuana Toxicity in Pets is On the Rise!

With the legalization of marijuana, the number of animals, particularly dogs, experiencing cannabis toxicity has taken a jump. The CVMA (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association) released information from the U.S. Pet Poison Hotline this fall that showed a jump in reports of pets in Canada being exposed to CBD and cannabis containing THC....

Avoid Feeding Holiday Foods That Can Make Your Pet Seriously Sick

Part of the fun of the holidays is sharing it with our pets. The smells of our holiday foods can get our pets seriously salivating and treats left laying open on the counter or table may prove too tempting. It is possible to share some holiday foods with our pets,...

Christmas Plants That Are Toxic and Non-Toxic for Pets

By Katie B. RVT & Montgomery Village Vet Clinic Medical Director Are Christmas trees toxic to pets? Fact time! Christmas trees in general are non-toxic, BUT ask the person you’re purchasing them from if the use antifreeze to keep them fresh. Antifreeze is extremely toxic to pets and even just...

Plants – A Healthy COVID Hobby That Might Not Be Healthy For Your Pet

By Katie B RVT & Montgomery Village Veterinary Clinic Medical Director I am sure like me many of our clients have picked up a new hobby and since we have such compassionate client’s what’s one more thing we want to add to our plates? Plants! This fun little hobby has...