Blog: parasites
Giardia in Pets
What is Giardia? Giardia was first discovered in the 1600s by Antony van Leeuwenhoek while studying a sample of his own stool. Giardiasis is a common intestinal disease found in our pets all around the world. Looking at the picture to the left, you can see it is a single-celled…
Canadian Parasites – Where to Find Them and How to Treat Them
In each region of Canada, you will encounter different parasites, each with its own set of problems and treatments.
Flea season is coming – new methods of control
Fun Fact! It has been suggested that there is a central brain mechanism responsible for the generation of the itch sensation in the absence of an itch stimuli. It is possible that sensory inputs from various regions, not specifically related to itch, may be wrongfully interpreted as being “itchy”.