by Blogs | Jul 10, 2021 | Cats, Other
Bringing a kitten home is one of the most exciting things you can do! Much like puppies, or really any baby animal, they do require preparation and awareness. Kittens are so sweet and playful, and in some ways they’re easier to deal with than puppies, but they still...
by Blogs | Jun 10, 2021 | Dogs, Other
The word “parvo” may seem harmless to the average person, but to anyone working with animals, it’s synonymous with “definite cause for concern”. Parvo is a highly contagious virus that causes an infectious gastrointestinal illness in puppies generally, but also often...
by Blogs | May 9, 2021 | Cats, Dogs, News & Animal Updates, Other
Mental health is something that has affected each and every single one of us since the start of the pandemic. According to Statistics Canada, youth have experienced the most significant decline since the pandemic has started, and those who were already suffering from...
by Blogs | May 9, 2021 | Cats, Dogs, News & Animal Updates, Other
Written by Dr. Sarah Engbers The occasional distemper outbreak at AARCS Safe Haven and kennel cough outbreaks in Calgary and Edmonton show how important vaccines are to our pets! We are all aware more than ever the effect that a viral epidemic can have on our society....
by Blogs | Sep 1, 2020 | Dogs
Shauna Alcock, AARCS Behaviour Coordinator Going back to the office? Heading back to school? Our Behaviour Team is here to provide you with some tips and tricks on how to prepare your dog. Albertans are heading back to the office in the next couple of weeks and our...
