Ticks are becoming more and more common in both urban and rural areas of Saskatchewan. As a result, tick prevention is a major part of pet healthcare during the spring, summer, and occasionally fall months. It is important to know that not all tick medications are the same, and that they vary in the effectiveness, […]
Heartworm Prevention
Heartworm is a parasite that lives in the heart, potentially causing life threatening blockages in the heart, and is transmitted to pets by mosquitos. While heartworm is not common in Saskatchewan, it is common in all provinces east of Manitoba and every state in the United States. We recommend heartworm prevention for all pets travelling […]
Flea Prevention & Control
At Martensville Veterinary Hospital, we offer a variety of highly effective flea prevention & control medications. Fleas can infest a pets including, but not limited to, dogs, cats and rabbits. Fleas are not that common in Saskatoon and surrounding towns like Martensville, Warman and Dalmeny. But they are quite common on wildlife and in barns. […]
Parasite Prevention & Control
A parasite is any organism that is calling your pets body home. This includes external parasites such as fleas, and ticks, as well as internal parasites such as roundworms and tapeworms. The appropriate parasite prevention control program for your pet will keep them free of these unwanted bugs and worms, while also keeping you and […]