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Oct 02 2017
October is Farley Month!
We at the New Hamburg Vet Clinic understand how devistating it is when a pet becomes sick or injured. It is an even harder situation when a pet owner is…
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Sep 18 2017
September is Pet Insurance Month!
A lot of you out there may be thinking, “What? There’s PET insurance?” or “Why would my pet need health insurance?” or even “Can they be covered by my own…
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Mar 02 2017
Ticks in Ontario
The most common tick species seen in Ontario are the American Dog Tick and the Deer Tick (Black legged tick). Ticks can carry blood borne diseases such as Ehrlichia,…
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Jan 16 2017
Winter Weather Hazards for your Pets
Chilly temperatures, cozy fireplaces, and extra layers are all part of the winters we have here in Ontario. We prepare ourselves every year for this season by wearing our jackets,…
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Dec 01 2016
Christmas Hazards
Christmas Hazards to Animals Christmas that great time of year, is arriving once again. This year don’t forget about the animals in your house. Christmas can be a great time…
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Oct 20 2016
Veterinary Technician Week
October 16th-22nd 2016 is National Veterinary Technician week. A time when we take a few moments to say thank you to the people who do so much to help the…
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Sep 28 2016
Farley Foundation Ride 2016
This past weekend, our own Dr Glen Blier participated in the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association Ride for Farley in Milton, Ontario. The ride was 100km long through the twists and…
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Jul 13 2016
No Hot Pets
The summer weather is here and we all know how hot it can get inside a car in the blazing sun. Yet still, every year, we hear stories of pets…
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Jun 13 2016
Does my dog need a heartworm test?
Summer months mean mosquitos in Ontario. Annoying for us, but potentially deadly for our furry friends. Dogs (and to a much lesser extent cats) can be infected by the larvae…
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Apr 20 2016
Get out and enjoy the sun, not the blood-sucking parasites
Spring certainly looks like it has sprung. Warm weather, green grass, long walks in the park- all the things we enjoy this time of the year. Spring is also a…
