Prevention

Why your dog or cat may be itching even if you have never seen a flea, the signs fleas are affecting your pet, and a step-by-step plan from Royal Road Veterinary Hospital in Fredericton to clear fleas from your pet and home.

Why tick and heartworm prevention matters for dogs and cats in Fredericton and across New Brunswick, which tick-borne diseases are a concern in the Atlantic provinces, and why Royal Road Veterinary Hospital recommends annual heartworm testing.

Which core vaccines dogs and cats need, how Royal Road Veterinary Hospital in Fredericton tailors vaccine schedules to each pet, and what to expect at your pet's vaccine visit.

Many pet owners breathe a sigh of relief when the cold weather rolls in. After all, winter means no bugs… right? Unfortunately, that idea has been around for decades, and while it sounds comforting, it isn’t true anymore. Fleas have become incredibly resilient, and our cozy modern homes give them everything they need to survive … Continued