January 26, 2017 in General

February is Pet Dental Health Month

Several veterinary associations sponsor Pet Dental Health Month every February to raise awareness of the importance of oral health.  Good dental hygiene is just as important for pets as it…
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January 13, 2017 in General

Indoor Activities for Your Pet

  With the exception of winter sports enthusiasts, a great number of us tend to be less active in the winter compared to the summer. I, for one, am less…
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November 2, 2016 in General

Diarrhea in dogs

What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is the passage of unformed or loose stools, usually in increased volume and/or increased frequency. Diarrhea is not a disease but rather a symptom of many different…
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November 2, 2016 in General

Fears, Phobias and Anxiety

Fears, Phobias and Anxiety How do animals show fear? Fear is a physiological, behavioral, and emotional reaction to stimuli that an animal encounters. The physiological reaction results in an increase…
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October 2, 2016 in General

Behavior Counseling – Behavior Consultations – Seeing a Behaviorist

Why should I take my pet for a behavior consultation? With mild or minor behavioral problems, clients are often able to correct the problem by means of reward-based training, as…
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October 2, 2016 in General

Health Benefits of Pet Ownership

It is Animal Health Week from Oct 2nd to October 8th, 2016. The slogan to this campaign is “One Health - Animal Health + Human Health + Planet Health” and The Canadian Veterinary…
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January 19, 2017 in Top 5

Top Five New Year’s Resolutions

The start of a new calendar year can signal a fresh start for pets as well as people. This is a great time for making some changes that can benefit…
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December 7, 2016 in Top 5

Top 5 Diet Myths/Misconceptions

Lucky 1. “If your pet has a skin condition, it’s probably a food allergy” Allergy symptoms can mimic the symptoms of other skin disorders. There are a variety of factors…
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June 18, 2016 in Top 5

Top 5 Benefits to Vaccinating Your Pets

1. Less Concern for Outdoor Pets Outdoor pets and pets who are socialized with other animals are more susceptible to certain diseases due to contact with foreign bodily fluids. Cats…
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June 17, 2016 in Top 5

Top 5 Warning Signs of Dental Disease

Dr Nosotti & Lynx 1. Bad Breath Bad breath is often one of the earliest signs of dental disease. If addressed at the earlier stages, we may be able to…
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June 16, 2016 in Top 5

Top 5 Dr. Google Myths

1. “I should let my dog go into heat at least once before spaying her” – A common myth. Studies do show that there is a slight decrease in mammary…
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June 15, 2016 in Top 5

Top 5 Ways your pet shows they love you

1. Bunting/Head Rubbing This is a term used in referral to when our feline friends rub their heads and cheeks up against us. What our pet is really doing is…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

Marijuana intoxication in pets is on the rise since its legalization

True Up until recently, marijuana intoxication has seldom been fatal. Second hand smoke can be a potential issue on your pets depending on level of exposure. Deaths are more commonly…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

Compost bins can be dangerous to dogs and cats

True There are numerous reasons not to let your pets snack in the compost bin. However, the decomposing and decaying organic matter has the potential to grow the mold Penicillium crustosum which…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

Feeding pets raw meat diets poses a health risk to humans

True The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stand united in their position (based on very robust…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

The nicotine contained in e-cigarettes is more toxic to cats and dogs than regular cigarettes

True Mild to moderate exposure to nicotine can occur when dogs or cats nibble on a nicotine patch, chew on nicotine gum, consume a cigarette or eat a small amount…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

Zoonotic disease or zoonoses are terms used to describe an infection or disease that can be transmitted from an animal to a human or from a human to an animal

 True There is a large number of infections that can be passed between species, however, simple hygiene and common sense will drastically reduce if not eliminate the risk of zoonotic…
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December 14, 2017 in True or False

There are only two basic pigments that determine the color of canines

 True Despite the huge variety in coat color, the two basic pigments that determine the color of canines are eumelanin (black) and phaeomelanin (red).  All different variations in color are…
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November 2, 2016 in Videos

Dr Nosotti’s Informational Videos

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