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National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week

The ABVMA is pleased to support National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week, the first full week of November. It is an important time to recognize the volunteers and staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes for various animal shelter organizations and rescues, caring for animals that...

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Upcoming Border Entry Requirements for Dogs Traveling to the U.S. Starting August 1, 2024

Starting August 1, 2024, all dogs entering the U.S. must meet several specific criteria to enhance the monitoring and control of...

Alberta Veterinarians Vote to Ban Declawing, Ear Cropping, Tail Docking and More

Members of the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) met this morning and voted in favour of two resolutions that will have significant impact on animal welfare in Alberta.

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How to get your Cat to the Veterinarian Stress Free

The majority of cats do not travel well. That could be one of the major reasons why many cats don’t go to see the veterinarian as often as they should, including for annual check ups. The biggest...

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Pet Obesity

How can you tell the difference between fluff and fat? It’s not always as easy as it looks, unless you know exactly what to look for.

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Cat Vaccinations: What Cat Owners Need to Know

Cat vaccinations can lessen the severity of future diseases, and certain vaccines can prevent infection altogether in your cat. A variety of vaccines are available for use by veterinarians for cats...

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Pet Owners Beware: Cannabis Is Toxic

With this increased availability, veterinarians have noticed a significant rise in cases of marijuana toxicosis in pets. Like many foods and drugs, marijuana has a vastly different effect on animals compared with the effect on humans.

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Importation of Companion Animals: a Health and Welfare Perspective

A large but unquantified number of companion animals, particularly dogs, are imported into Canada each year. The source and destinations of these animals vary. Many are acquired by animal rescue organizations, brought back to Canada and adopted into homes. Others are raised overseas and brought...

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A Caution on the Use of Cannabinoids on Pets

Veterinarians are frequently asked by animal owners about treating companion animals with cannabinoids. While there is preliminary evidence to suggest cannabinoids have the potential to be beneficial for a number of medical conditions in companion animals, research into cannabinoids and their effects on pets is limited.

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Should You Let Your Cat Roam?

When choosing a cat to bring home, do you go with an indoor vs. outdoor cat? Many cat lovers feel angst about this decision because they don’t want to deprive their cat of the full range of cat...

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The Importance of Dental Care for Cats

Most cat owners likely pay a lot of attention to making sure they’re using the right food, the right litter, and offering them lots of perches and toys to keep cats entertained. But if you’re not...

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Diagnosing Behavior Problems in Cats

Are you concerned about how your cat is acting? Has their behavior changed in a way that might lead you to believe they are experiencing health problems? Behavior issues are one of the most common...

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Porcupine Quills in Dogs: What You Need to Know

Too many pet owners underestimate the seriousness of being quilled. Every year veterinarians see countless cases of porcupine quills in dogs, and how you handle the event can have a significant impact on your furry friends comfort and welfare.

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Ticks in Alberta: What You Need to Know

Can you identify a tick, and do you know the risks associated with tick bites?

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How Often Should You Take Your Cat to the Vet?

It’s important to take your cat to the vet for regular checkups. Cats have a mind of their own. They are loving and affectionate, and they can be aloof and independent. Sometimes their independence...

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Recognizing & Managing Pain

In order to treat an animal’s pain, we must first be able to recognize it. Your pets can’t tell you when they hurt, but if you know what to look for the signs of pain can be easy to spot.

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Common Household Hazards: Poison Prevention Week

Our homes are filled with substances that, while harmless to humans, can be dangerous for our furry friends. In the spirit of “Poison prevention Week” this article aims to shed light on common...

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Cat Owners Beware: Lily Poisoning

Spring flowers are a common household decoration to celebrate the season, but they are also a common source of poisoning in cats...

Spaying and Neutering: An Important Procedure For Your Pet

Spaying and neutering is an important procedure that we advocate. There are long term health benefits to your pet when it is spayed or neutered with the primary benefit of controlling the pet population and reducing the numbers of unplanned, unwanted pets.

Responsible Pet Ownership

  • Pet Nutrition

    Good nutrition is as important for pets as it is for people. With so many different brands available, choosing the right food for...

  • Spaying and Neutering: An Important Procedure For Your Pet

    Spaying and neutering is an important procedure that we advocate. There are long term health benefits to your pet when it is...

  • Pet Obesity

    How can you tell the difference between fluff and fat? It’s not always as easy as it looks, unless you know exactly what to look...

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Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care During COVID-19

Revised June 2021 Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care during COVID-19 The ABVMA recognizes that veterinary...

Telemedicine is Now Helping Alberta’s Veterinarians

The Alberta Veterinary Medical Association’s (ABVMA’s) implementation of telemedicine guidelines for Alberta’s veterinarians comes at a time when it’s needed most, to augment the provision of essential veterinary services. As the COVID-19 pandemic shutters businesses and keeps people isolated, the availability of telemedicine is a crucial conduit to veterinary consultation and care in a time of crisis and much needed social distancing.

Professional Animal Dentistry

  • Buyer beware: Nonprofessional dental cleanings

    We know you want what’s best for your pet, but if you believe a nonprofessional dental cleaning is right for your pet please...

  • Dental Care for your Pet

    Prevent Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease, which is disease affecting the teeth and gums is very common in dogs and cats...

  • The Risks of Dental Neglect

    Dental Health is one of the most overlooked areas of animal care, and neglecting it can have disastrous consequences.

  • Cat & Dog Dentistry

    Veterinary dentistry is essential for the health and wellbeing of your animals. Whether considering animal dentistry for your dog...

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Vaccinations are Critical for Your Animals' Health

All animal owners should take note of their animals’ current vaccinations, to ensure they’re up to date. Vaccination is an...

Parvovirus

Parvovirus is a hardy, highly contagious, often deadly virus that’s spread through the feces of infected dogs. It attacks the intestinal tract and white blood cells causing symptoms such as bloody diarrhea and vomiting.

Your Senior Pet

Senior pets have special needs. Find out how you can make sure they're met.

Animal Shelters

  • Dog Breeding

    Regarding the 2015 news story: " Calgary Bulldog breeder fined over distressed ‘designer’ dogs ". The Alberta Veterinary Medical...

  • What to look for in Animal Shelters

    As a prospective pet owner, you have a responsibility to ensure that the shelter you support exists in the best interest of the...

  • Winter Apparel & Preparedness

    In the winter months, your objective as a caretaker is to keep your animals safe and warm while minimizing the risk of accident...

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  • The Importance of Dental Care for Cats

    Most cat owners likely pay a lot of attention to making sure they’re using the right food, the right litter, and offering them...

  • How Often Should You Take Your Cat to the Vet?

    It’s important to take your cat to the vet for regular checkups. Cats have a mind of their own. They are loving and affectionate...

  • Should You Let Your Cat Roam?

    When choosing a cat to bring home, do you go with an indoor vs. outdoor cat? Many cat lovers feel angst about this decision...

  • National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week

    The ABVMA is pleased to support National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week, the first full week of November. It is an...

  • Health and Safety Considerations in Animal Rescue

    When we see images of natural disasters or news of war, many animal lovers begin to wonder about the welfare of pets and...

  • Help your Vet Help your Pet

    If a veterinarian can’t see your animal, it weighs on them too - members of the veterinary team care deeply for your animal and...

  • Animal Health Week 2021

    Animal Health + Human Health + Planet Health = One Health Each year, throughout Animal Health Week, the veterinary community...

  • Pet Sitter Communication

    Leaving your pet in the care of someone else isn’t as simple as you might think. You have to ensure your pet will have sufficient...

  • Health Canada Public Advisory Concerning the Use of Veterinary Ivermectin to Prevent or Treat COVID-19

    Health Canada has issued a Public Advisory concerning the use of veterinary ivermectin to prevent or treat COVID-19. Health...

  • Lost Pets

    For people who have lost a pet, the main question asked is often “where can I go to see if my pet has been found?” or “who do I...

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