Blog: Pet Nutrition & Wellness

Cat being groomed by human

How to Choose a Groomer by Michelle Walsh, ACA

There are many steps involved in order to choose a groomer, and believe it or not it starts with your furry friend- your pet! Below I have listed basic steps in which, owners should follow in order to find the right kind of groomer for your pet: Step 1: To...

Dog wearing a Santa hat with kittens in front

Holiday Hazards by Sarah Phillips, ACA

The holidays are quickly approaching and North Town Veterinary Hospital wants you to keep your pets safe this season! Below are some tips to keep in mind about holiday hazards for the winter months: Decorate the top two-thirds of your tree. Christmas trees can pose many dangers to pets. Consider...

Purina walk for Dog Guides participants

The Purina walk for Dog Guides by Katie Mirzayan, ACA

For our second year, North Town Veterinary Hospital has participated in the annual Lions Foundation of Canada Purina Walk for Dog Guides. This is an amazing fundraiser that has risen over $236,000 in 2014. All funds raised go towards the resources required to train: Canine vision dog guides: for people...

Cat sleeping on a couch

Weight Awareness by Michelle Walsh, ACA

“Among all diseases that perplex the veterinary community and plague our population of pets, obesity has the greatest collective negative impact on pet health, and yet it is almost completely avoidable,” said Dr. Ernie Ward, veterinarian and founder of APOP. “The pet industry is mighty and well-meaning, but it’s time...