#Stress Triggers in #Dogs

Are you contributing to your Dog’s anxiety and behaviour issues?
Dogs can become stressed by many things they are not adequately desensitized too when they are puppies, they can develop fears and anxieties with repeated negative exposure to stressful situations.

At Royal City Animal Hospital, we see many dogs who come in for behaviour issues, which can be attributed to their Stress and how it was handled.

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For More information on your Dog's mental, and emotional well being - please discuss stress with your Veterinarian. There are many treatment options to help reduce anxiety and stress, and many are all-natural and not pharmaceutical.

Check out this Website to learn more about Dog stress:  The Indoor Pet Initiative from Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

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#Stress Triggers for #Cats

Are you contributing to your cat’s anxiety and behaviour issues?
Cats feel stress on a much higher plane than humans do, and as such - it doesn't take a lot to add to your cat's anxiety.
Many negative behaviours Cat owners worry about, and discuss with their Veterinarians are caused by Stress.
At Royal City Animal Hospital, we see many skin disorders, scratching behaviours, elimination problems, and vocalisation issues (to name a few) that are directly caused by stress.

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For More information on your cat's mental, and emotional well being - please discuss stress with your Veterinarian. There are many treatment options to help reduce anxiety and stress, and many are all-natural and not pharmaceutical.

Check out this Website to learn more about cat stress:  The Indoor Pet Initiative from Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

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#Veterinary #SocialMedia

Many of you have asked us where Greg, one of our Veterinary Technicians, has gone.

Although he no longer works full time at Royal City Animal Hospital, he does make an appearance once in a while to help out on busy days, to cover vacations, or illnesses.
He is always here in spirit, behind the scenes doing what he loves most: sharing quality PetCare information with our clients and visitors.

For years, Greg has been managing all of our Veterinary Social Media Activity. He writes the articles you  have been reading about vaccinations, microchipping, spay & neutering, animal behaviour, Pet nutrition, and health care for your pet.

He continues to do this for us so that we can continue to focus on quality care, and feel comfortable in the knowledge that the information that our clients read is current, accurate, and entertaining.
Be sure to stay connected with us (and him) through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and of course - this Blog.

He has started his own social media marketing business - helping other small businesses to stay connected with their customers, and attract new business.

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phone: 519.546.2240
email: me@gregbellefontaine.com

Social Media For Veterinarians:  educate, entertain, and engage. 

10 Most Common #Toxins for #Cats

Do you know what items can be toxic to your Cat?
At Royal City Animal Hospital, we want your cat to stay healthy and happy, and one way to do that is to provide you with information on potential problems that could be lurking in your home.

Cats can get into all kinds of things, and knowing what can harm them will help keep them safe.
Poison Prevention is key.

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The top 10 Toxins for cats are:  Topical Spot-on Flea Medication (from pet and retail stores), Household Cleaners, Antidepressants, Lilies, Philodendron,  Mouse and Rat Poisons, Human & Pet NSAIDS (Pain Relievers), Cold and flu Medicines, glow sticks, and ADD/ADHD medications, amphetamines.  There are many, many other common items that can be dangerous to pets. For a Full List of toxic items, and Plants - be sure to check out the following websites.

Pet Poison Helpline
ASPCA Poison Prevention.

If your Pet has ingested any toxic item - please consult your veterinarian immediately. Bring the packaging of the item with you when you take your pet to the vet.

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10 Most Common #Toxins for #Dogs

Do you know what items can be toxic to your dog?
At Royal City Animal Hospital, we want your dog to stay healthy and happy, and one way to do that is to provide you with information on potential problems that could be lurking in your home.

Dogs can get into all kinds of things, and knowing what can harm them will help keep them safe.
Poison Prevention is key.

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The top 10 Toxins for dogs are:  Chocolate, Mouse and Rat Poisons, Vitamins and Minerals, Human Pain Relievers, Heart Medication, Cold and Allergy Medicines, Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Xylitol, and Antidepressants. There are many, many other common items that can be dangerous to pets. For a Full List of toxic items, and Plants - be sure to check out the following websites.

Pet Poison Helpline
ASPCA Poison Prevention.

If your Pet has ingested any toxic item - please consult your veterinarian immediately. Bring the packaging of the item with you when you take your pet to the vet.

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What to do when your Pet Goes Missing

Have you ever lost a pet? Perhaps the dog slips his collar, or your cat bolts through the door.
Would you know what to do in the event this happens to you?

First: Be Prepared. Always have information about your Pet ready and accessible. Have a current and up to date photo that show any unique characteristics of your pets appearance. Have their microchip number handy so you can publish the number. Ensure your Microchip provider has current and up to date contact information for you, so they can contact you if your pet goes missing.

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Royal City Animal Hospital in Guelph is happy to post information about lost pets in and around the Guelph Area on our facebook page or Blog if your pet goes missing.