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Pet food – Misleading marketing
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on November 4, 201500There is a lot of info out there about pet food. The vast majority of it is coming from people trying to sell you something. Don’t buy the hype. There are a lot of myths out there so I am going to start with three of the most common. Is corn the devil’s carbohydrate? – I hear lots of concerns […] -
Fun with Fleas
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on October 13, 2015It’s here. The F-word no one wants to think about. Fall. With fall comes an increase in the cases of fleas that we see. Anyone who grew up with pets is probably all too familiar with these little beasties and the havoc they can cause but I thought I would take this opportunity to review. The most common species of […] -
Tick Talk
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on July 17, 2015Let’s talk about ticks. I get questions about ticks all the time. They are becoming more and more frequent and Lyme disease positive ticks have been found practically in our back yard. So what do you do if your dog or cat has a tick? Here is a handy step by step guide. Step 1- Don’t panic…seriously don’t. If you […] -
Meet Dr. Layton
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on June 17, 2015Hi, I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am Doctor Liz Layton. I am new to the team at South Shore Veterinary Clinic, having started in April. I grew up in Holland Landing so I am familiar with the specific pet health needs of the Keswick/ Georgina / East Gwillimbury area. I graduated from vet school in […] -
Prevent Parasites! Fleas, Ticks and Heartworm.
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on June 3, 2015During the spring and summer months pets are more susceptible to getting parasitic infections. This can be for a variety of reasons: pets are spending more time outside, parasites can exist longer in the environment in warmer climates, and certain parasites (such as heartworm) are passed by hosts that can only survive in warm weather. The following is a brief […] -
Head’s up for Fido: Protect your pet from seasonal hazards.
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on May 13, 2015Indoor Hazards Spring and summer cleaning products can be toxic to pets. Be careful not to leave pets unattended around soaking and washing liquids as they could drink them. Consider using a non-toxic cleaner on floors or countertops the pets may be walking on. Home improvement and construction is hazardous for both people and pets. You might be surprised what […] -
Halloween Hazards – Let’s Keep Pets Safe
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on October 31, 2014Halloween can be a fun holiday for the family and many pet owners love to involve their furry companions in the festivities. However, there are many hazards that are important to consider so we can keep our animal companions safe during the evening. Pets can become frightened from all the activity – make sure your pets are kept indoors, or […] -
Welcome to our New Website
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on August 11, 2013We have tried to make the site informative and easy to navigate, providing you with quick access to our clinic resources, pet emergency contacts, and general pet health information. Don’t forget to add our mobile site to your smartphone home screen for easy access to all our contact information and online booking options. Next year South Shore Veterinary Clinic will […] -
Pet food 101: Learn how to read pet food labels.
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on May 13, 2013Given the sheer quantity of information available today about pet food, and the number of different brands, it can be difficult to know how to provide your pet with optimal nutrition for their species, age, weight, and activity levels. The best source of information on proper pet nutrition is your veterinarian; however, for those who are interested there are also […] -
How old is your pet in human years? Senior pet’s need special care.
By Dr Elizabeth Layton on May 4, 2013We recommend that senior pets have twice-yearly visits to detect and treat medical health issues. Some common diseases in older pets include arthritis, diabetes, kidney and liver disease, thyroid disease, cancer, vision loss and hearing loss. Diagnostic tests may be recommended to detect these problems. Treatments are available to help manage many conditions and increase your pet’s enjoyment and quality of […]