Pet Poison Prevention Week

March 16- 22 is Pet poison prevention week.
Royal City Animal Hospital  in Guelph will be sharing some poisons and information on what pet owners should know to protect and treat their dogs or cats.

Check out these websites and book mark them for future reference to keep aware of the various items that can cause a problem for your pets.

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/

http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

Also - know the plants you have in your home and whether they are toxic or not to your pets.
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants

If you think your pet has eaten or come in contact with any toxic or potentially hazardous items, please call your Veterinarian immediately to know what to do. Do not wait as many treatments need to be administered quickly in order to save your pet from potential life-threatening complications.

Call Royal City Animal Hospital today at 519-763-4992 to discuss potential hazards.

Guelph Area Pet Sitter Profile: Heidi's Happy Hounds

If you are looking for a Professional Pet Sitter in Guelph, consider Heidi's Happy Hounds.

Heidi's Happy Hounds - Dog Walking and Pet Care. Heidi's Happy Hounds is a professional dog walking and pet sitting company, that has been serving Guelph dogs and their owners for over 3 years. It is owned and operated by life long animal lover, Heidi Doucet. Heidi always imagined herself in a career dedicated to animals. She started walking dogs part time in 2010 and a few months later the business was booming. The company has since grown to include 3 more dog walkers, to better serve it's growing client base. Heidi is certified in Pet First Aid, and the company is insured and bonded, and accredited by the Better Business Bureau. 

Visit their website at: www.heidishappyhounds.com
Visit their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HeidisHappyHounds
follow them on Twitter: https://twitter.com/happpyhounds

Happy Professional Pet Sitters Week

Guelph Area Pet Sitter Profile: Anne's Best Friends

If you are looking for a Professional Pet Sitter in the Guelph area - consider Anne's Best Friends pet sitting service.

Anne Klein has lived in Guelph her entire life and has been working with #dogs for over 5 years. She has done everything from caring for service dogs to working as kennel help in a veterinary clinic. She loves to be outside, and spending time in nature with her four-legged friends. She is a huge advocate for positive reinforcement training, and is Pet First Aid Certified. 

If you are looking for a Pet Sitter - contact Anne Klein at
email: annegklein27@gmail.com
phone: 519-993-8380
Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnesBestFriends

Happy Professional PetSitter Week.

Guelph Area Pet Sitter Profile - Alexis' Animal Care Services

If you are looking for a Professional Pet Sitter in Guelph, consider Alexis' Animal Care Services. 

Alexis is soon to be a graduate of the UoG with a BSc. majoring in animal biology, and will be attending veterinary technician college in the fall. She has been pet-sitting since she was 12 years old and has been working in the veterinary industry for the past 4 years. Her services include dog walking, overnight in-home pet-sitting, rodent cage cleaning, nail trims, and more. 
Flexible schedule and rates
Reliable, dependable, and experienced with cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, birds.
email: alexisanimalservices@gmail.com
519-831-8294

Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlexisAnimalCare

Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlexisPetCare

Happy Professional Petsitters week.

Professional Pet Sitters Week

March 2-8, 2014 is Professional Pet Sitters Week. 

Professional Pet Sitters Week (PPSW) honours the hard working pet care professionals who care for the world's companion animals when their owners are away.
This week acknowledges the dedication of these professional pet care-givers that provide unparalleled. quality care to their pet-owning clients.

At Royal City Animal Hospital, our clients are always looking for alternatives to boarding their pets when they go on vacation, and hiring a professional pet sitter allows you to vacation or go away knowing your pet is cared for like family.

There are several great petsitters in and around the Guelph, Ontario area, and to honour their hard work and dedication, we will be profiling a different one every day this week.

If you have a PetSitter you just can't imagine living without - Let them know how much you appreciate what they do for you and your animal friends.

Ziggy Needs a Home

Do you have enough love in your heart to adopt this handsome Dog? 

Ziggy is currently seeking a new home, and Royal City Animal Hospital would like to help him find the right place.

He is a delightful dog, with such a beautiful temperament. He is highly affectionate, loving, and sweet as can be. He enjoys giving kisses to greet everyone he meets. He is quite a character. He loves cats and dogs alike. He is a big dog that feels he is a lap dog. Everyone at Royal City Animal Hospital who has met him, fell in love with this gentle man immediately. He is such a love bug. 

Full Disclosure:

He is a 3 year old male neutered pitbull cross dog. He is fully vaccinated. 

However, he does have a ruptured Cruciate Ligament which will need surgical repair. So this will mean, he needs someone who can take on that challenge. 

If you are interested in adopting this amazing dog, Please contact Royal City Animal Hospital directly and we will put you in touch with his owners so you can arrange the adoption. 

Trust us, he is an amazing dog and would make a great companion. 

519.763.4992

New Years Resolutions for your Pets

Have you made New Years Resolutions on your pet's behalf?

At Royal City Animal Hospital, we believe in the power of good intentions when it comes to New Years Resolutions. We can help you help you reach your goals to help better care for your pet. 

Some common resolutions are: 

1) weight loss

2) improved behaviour

3) improved dental care

4) more frequent health care for your cat

5) better care for your senior pet

6) improve their looks - skin, coat, eyes, nails

What resolution did you make for your pet? 

Let us know - share your stories with us and how we can help.

email: rcahtechs(at)rogers(dot)com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalcityanimalhospital

Twitter: @RoyalCityAnimal

#rcahresolutions