Storm and Flood Readiness for Pets: An East Abbotsford Autumn Checklist

The wettest months in the Fraser Valley run from October through winter, and East Abbotsford knows how fast a storm can close roads and cut power. A pet emergency plan takes an hour: identification that is current, carri

Coyotes and Fall Wildlife: What East Abbotsford Pet Owners Should Know

Coyote sightings rise every autumn as this year’s pups disperse to find their own territory and food gets harder to find. For pets, the practical risks are small dogs and cats taken from gardens, and bite wounds that loo

Regurgitation or Vomiting? An East Abbotsford Guide to the Difference That Matters

Vomiting is an active process with heaving and abdominal effort, bringing up partly digested food. Regurgitation is passive, with food appearing suddenly and often in a tube shape, usually soon after eating. The distinct

Giardia and Waterborne Stomach Upset in East Abbotsford Dogs and Cats

Giardia is a microscopic intestinal parasite that dogs and cats pick up by drinking or licking water and ground contaminated with infected stool. Puddles, creeks, muddy yards and shared bowls are common sources. Typical