There’s something magical about a trip to the cottage. The water glimmers, the loons call, and your dog is convinced this is their personal paradise. For pets, it’s a sensory symphony—new smells, new sights, and a thousand chances for mischief. With a little preparation, you can keep your cottage adventure safe as well as unforgettable.

For smoother travels this season, try these tips on cottage pet safety in Ontario from our team at Parkside Animal Hospital.

From forests and fields to friendly neighborhood footpaths, North Bay’s great outdoors offer endless adventures for curious canines. But along those scenic trails and grassy spaces lurks a tiny, troublesome hitchhiker: the tick. At Parkside Animal Hospital, your trusted North Bay veterinarian, we believe that a little preparation and prevention can go a long way toward keeping dogs safe, healthy, and happily exploring.

February is dental month for pets, which means it’s time to pay special attention to your pet’s oral hygiene. For pets, a healthy mouth means a healthier body—yet most dogs and cats over the age of 3 live with dental disease. 

Here’s what Parkside Animal Hospital wants families to know about pet dental care this February. 

Winter in North Bay, Ontario, ushers in snow, wind, and frigid temperatures. While cats are good at finding warm and cozy spaces to curl up and get warm in, they still need our help staying safe. 

Here at Parkside Animal Hospital, we know a thing or two about helping cats stay warm. That’s why we’re offering a few tips for winter cat care.