Clinic of the Year Recognition

The Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic was honoured to receive recognition from their community for the Clinic of the Year Award they received last month. The commemorative plaque was presented by Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster at the General Purpose and Administration meeting on Monday March 28th.
Receiving the plaque is owner Dr. Wendy Korver and clinic manager Sandra McBride.
It means so much to receive this recognition from our local council as we strive everyday to support the human animal bond in our community.

A Hidden Deadly Threat!!!

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Some important life saving information for all dog owners about Leptospirosis.  

• Leptospirosis kills 1 in 5 dogs when contracted.
• lNo real low risk group unless it is an apartment dwelling pee pad urinating dog where there is pristine rodent control.
• In a large study of over 30,000 blood sample the four top breeds that tested positive for Leptospirosis included Huskies, German Shepherd Chihuahua, and Yorkies.
• Leptospirosis is the most commonly diagnosed zoonotic disease in the world. 
• The owners of dogs diagnosed with Leptospirosis should go on preventative antibiotics.
• A kennel student in North Carolina died from contracting Leptospirosis.
• Known carriers of the bacteria include mice, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, rats, foxes, other dogs, cattle, and other livestock.
• Number one infectious cause of acute renal failure in dogs.
• Cases have increased dramatically in the last 25 years.

Backyard Clean Up!!

Now that most of the snow has melted it is a good time to take a walk around your property and dispose of any fecal matter, garbage or any debris that may be hazardous to your pet's health.

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