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When it came time for me to grow up and think about a career I learned that there are many different positions available in the veterinary industry.

A common complaint at new kitten exams, is “ my kitten is biting my hands/feet.” Kittens learn how to inhibit their bite from their mother, and from playing with littermates. 

Allergies can be very frustrating for both pets and owners.  It is usually a life long problem to manage and it can be difficult to pinpoint what exactly is causing the itch.

Recently I have seen an increase in the number of dogs and a few cats on raw food diet.  A number of these animals have become ill from eating this diet.

Owning a pet is a very fulfilling and amazing experience. They provide so much entertainment and love. Unfortunately not everyone can have cats and dogs in their lives. 

Compulsive disorders are typical behaviours that are exaggerations of normal dog behaviours that last for extended periods of time.

As you may know brushing your pet’s teeth can help prevent dental disease. What you may not be aware of is that there are many products available to be purchased that can help.

Feeding seed mixes is not recommended as they do not provide adequate nutrition for Hamsters instead there are pellets provide complete and balanced nutrition.

Having had the pleasure of owning several cats over the years, I can appreciate how challenging effective oral hygiene can be!

My name is Kandice and I work here at Mission Ridge Animal Hospital as an ACA. I’d like to share the story of how Claptrap's leg was amputated and how it affected him.

The Animal Cancer Therapy Subsidization Society (ACTSS) are an Alberta-run charity started by Dr. Jennifer Stelfox who has a special interest in oncology.

If your pet has arthritis it does not necessarily mean that they no longer require exercise. In fact, staying active can actually help your pet manage the symptoms of arthritis.