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  • The plights of the Summer BBQ and the ever-dreaded corn-cob: Foreign Body obstructions

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    By Dr. Emma Bush It’s a beautiful summer day. The sun is shining, the grass is freshly mowed, your kids are playing out with their toys on the lawn and you are out barbequing your favorite foods; ribs, burgers and corn on the cob.  This vision of summer paradise is also a vision for your…

  • We’re Hiring! Veterinarian, DVM

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    Veterinarian, DVM Location: Eastern Passage, NS Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital is currently welcoming a Veterinarian to join our team. As a successful candidate, you understand the importance of building relationships with our pet parents and our support team, to provide the best care possible. We are dedicated to your continuous learning and offer extensive in-house…

  • April Showers bring … puddles and ticks (Part 1): Leptospirosis

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    By: Dr. Emma Bush One of the five main vaccines that are used for our canine pets in the Maritimes Provinces is the Leptospirosis vaccine. But what is Leptospirosis, and why do we care so much about preventing it? What is it? Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can affect the liver, kidneys and even…

  • September is Happy Healthy Cat Month!

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    Although we spend our entire year trying to make sure all of our feline patients are happy and healthy, September is the OFFICIAL month to celebrate! It is a common misconception that cats are self-reliant and don’t need as much attention as dogs. Cats are extremely social creatures, and require the same amount of care…

  • Registered Veterinary Technician

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    Eastern Passage, NS Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Clinic is currently looking for amazing new full-time or part-time experienced Veterinary Technicians, RVT join our team! At our small companion animal hospitals, we strive to provide customer service we are proud of and treat our clients like family.  Our clinic is an active member of the community…

  • Registered Veterinary Technician

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    Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital is currently looking for an amazing part-time or full-time RVT to join our team!  We are growing at our small animal hospital in beautiful Eastern Passage, and expanding our hospital as well as our team.  We strive to provide customer service we are proud of and treat our clients like…

  • Tips for Bringing Home a New Dog

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  • Tips for Bringing Home a New Cat

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  • Brushing your Dog’s Teeth

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    What would happen if you stopped brushing your own teeth? Even if you only ate hard food, as most dogs do, there still would be problems. You should be brushing your dog’s teeth twice daily if you can manage it; it’s not as difficult as you might imagine. What are the benefits of brushing? Brushing…

  • Halloween Pet Photo Contest

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    Every year, we have a Halloween Pet Photo contest. Thank you to all who participated!!   Here are our entries for 2020:       And the winners are: Bella the Princess and Dr. Mylo! Congratulations  

  • Halloween Safety

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    With Halloween right around the corner, we at Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital want to remind you of the dangers to pets surrounding this holiday. After all, November 1st is always a pretty busy day for us! Chocolate: Of all candy, chocolate is one of the most toxic to pets. In general, the darker and…

  • Obesity in Pets and how to Achieve Weight Loss

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    Obesity is the most common health problem of pets.  Approximately 45% of pets are considered overweight (15-30% over the ideal weight) or obese (30% over the ideal weight). Overweight and obese animals have a number of health problems that can be directly linked to being overweight including Diabetes Arthritis – can actually cause arthritis, and…

  • Is your pet protected against Lyme disease?

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    What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is caused by a bacterial shaped bacterium called Borrelia Burgdorferi. It can be transmitted to humans, dogs and other animals through the bite of a tick. The primary carrier of the Borrelia bacteria is the Blacklegged Tick also known as the “Deer Tick”, which is common in our area.…