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Animal therapy to the rescue of autism

Animal therapy to the rescue of autism

By definition, pet therapy is defined as an individual or group intervention in which a selected and trained animal is introduced by a qualified practitioner (pet therapist) to a person whose emotional, motor, cognitive and social potential is

Ticks: Celebrating spring with peace of mind

Ticks: Celebrating spring with peace of mind

In our area, the arrival of spring can mean the arrival of ticks. Also, with our continually milder winters, ticks are likely to survive them more and more. Let's not forget that they become active between 4 to 7 degrees Celsius.

Dental care

Dental care

In Quebec, in the animal health or veterinary world, February is the month of dental health in our pets. The goal of this campaign is to make pet owners aware of the consequences that poor dental health can have on their pets.

Eye care for our cats and dogs

Eye care for our cats and dogs

As with humans, the eyes of our cats and dogs are fragile. These organs require punctual care, because often by playing outside or rubbing them themselves, our animals can cover them with particles or injure them.

Separation anxiety in our animals 

Separation anxiety in our animals 

Today, and for a long time now, we know that our dogs and cats can suffer from separation anxiety (SDA) when we leave them home alone. SDA can be the result of inappropriate human-pet relationships and behaviors, but it can also be the result of...

A perfect coat for our pets

A perfect coat for our pets

In my profession, I often notice that the animals in poor health that visit us have a dull, sparse, dry or fluffy coat. On the other hand, the healthy animals I see have a perfect coat!