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Signs of Poor Dental Health in Dogs and Cats

Periodontal disease in dogs and cats, affect 90% of adult pets. Dental disease leads to painful mouths and tooth loss but left untreated, periodontal disease increases the risk for chronic infections in the mouth, potentially spreading to other areas of the body, including the liver, lungs, kidney and heart.

Dental Care and Your Feline

Caring for your cats’ teeth and gums are important for their daily lives. Periodontal disease is the most common problem seen in veterinary clinics. Daily care can be done to prevent the following problems.

Why Does My Dog Walk Around in Circles Before They Lay Down?

Circling around before lying down is likely a residual instinct from when their ancestors lived out in the wilderness. Your dog’s ancestors would have paced in circles to flatten down and warm their sleeping area.

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Last updated: December 29, 2021

Dear Clients,

Effective immediately we will be returning to the "Curbside Appointment Method", we will however allow an exception for End of Life appointments where 2 family members will be allowed.

Upon arrival for your pet's appointment please call the clinic at 204-253-2668 and one of our team members will collect your cell phone number and parking stall number. (Signage remains at the front of each parking stall).
You will receive a call from one of our technologists once we are able to start your appointment. They will obtain a history and proceed to bring your pet inside for their appointment with the Veterinarian.
Once your pet's Veterinarian has completed their exam and evaluation, you will be contacted with the exam findings and/or treatment plan.
Face masks are required and must be worn properly while interacting with staff members.
We will continue with cashless payment options (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX & E-Transfer).
Food and medication pickups will remain curbside at this time. Please allow at least 24-48 hours for orders to be filled.

If you have a fever, new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, nasal congestion, loss of sense of smell, sore throat, painful swallowing, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, loss of appetite, chills, or fever we ask that you do not attend your pet's appointment.

If you have been instructed to self isolate for 14 days due to travel from Eastern Canada, travelled outside of Canada, had contact with someone known to have COVID-19 in the last 14 days, or are waiting for COVID-19 test results we ask that you do not attend your pet's appointment.

OPERATING HOURS

We are OPEN with the following hours:

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

NEW PET OWNERS

Have you welcomed a new furry family member to your home? We’d love to meet them! Visit our Must Know New Pet Owner Information page for useful resources and helpful recommendations for new pet owners.

Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to seeing you and your furry family members again!

- Your dedicated team at St. Vital Veterinary Hospital