Emergency Care

Common Household Hazards for Cats & Dogs

With various dangers lurking in corners and cabinets, the home can be a minefield of poisons for our pets. Pets get exposed to toxic substances, many of which included everyday household products.

Special Care

Pet Euthanasia & Cremation

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet can be heart-wrenching. This article provides guidance on pet euthanasia and cremation, helping you navigate these difficult decisions with compassion and respect.

Medical Info

Helping Your Cat With Osteoarthritis

Learn how to improve your cat's quality of life with osteoarthritis. This article provides practical tips for managing pain, increasing mobility, and ensuring your feline companion's comfort. Discover how to help your furry friend feel better and enjoy a more active lifestyle.

Medical Info

Helping Your Dog with Osteoarthritis

Discover how to support your dog with osteoarthritis. This article covers tips for managing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing your dog's quality of life. Learn how to help your furry friend feel better and stay active despite their condition.

Medical Info

Wellness Testing in Dogs

Discover the benefits of wellness testing for dogs. By detecting underlying illnesses in apparently healthy dogs, early intervention can lead to better treatment outcomes and an improved quality of life.

Medical Info

Wellness Testing in Cats

Detecting underlying illnesses in apparently healthy cats can improve treatment outcomes and their quality of life. Discover why it's crucial to schedule regular wellness exams for your feline friend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Senior Pet Wellness FAQs

Curious about senior pet wellness? Check out our FAQs! Learn about the essential components of pet wellness management, including diet, exercise, and preventative care, and get tips on how to keep your aging furry friend healthy and happy.

Medical Info

Special Considerations for Senior Dog Care

Dogs older than seven years of age are considered senior pets. Senior dogs are in the stage of life in which the aging process is beginning to affect every organ system. Learn more about the care they need.

Medical Info

Special Considerations for Senior Cat Care

Senior cats deserve extra care. Improved nutrition, prevention of infectious disease and advances in veterinary medical care have resulted in our cats living longer and healthier lives.

Medical Info

Degenerative Joint Disease in Cats

Learn about degenerative joint disease in cats. This article covers the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for this common feline health issue, helping you better understand and care for your furry friend.

Pet Guides

Pet Dental Care Guide

Our pet dental care guide offers valuable tips and advice on keeping your furry friend's teeth and gums healthy. With proper care and regular check-ups, you can prevent dental problems and improve your pet's overall health.

Pet Guide

AAHA Professional Dental Care Guidelines

AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) recommended regular oral examinations and dental cleanings, under general anesthesia, for all adult dogs and cats.

Emergency Care

First Aid Treatment of Common Pet Emergencies

Your pet will need a series of interventions medications to prevent anaphylactic shock. This type of allergic reaction can be fatal, and immediate treatment should be sought.

Surgical Care

Post-Operative Instructions For Cats

After arriving at home, you should keep your cat warm and comfortable by providing a soft clean bed, ideally in a quiet and draft-free room at a comfortable room temperature (68-75°F or 20-24°C).

Medical Info

Recognizing Pain in Aging Dogs

As dogs age, we generally see changes in their behavior. The playful ball-chasing and constant running around that we associate with puppies gives way to adult dogs napping in the sun and lounging during evening TV time.

Medical Info

Pain Management for Dogs

Pain management for your dog is crucial for their health and wellbeing. Our guide covers the latest advances in understanding and treating canine pain, including tips on how to recognize pain in your furry friend and ways to manage it effectively.

Medical Info

Pain Management for Cats

As all cat owners know, cats are NOT small dogs. And when it comes to pain and pain management, this is certainly true. Cats are much less likely to show outward signs of pain, especially when they are suffering.

Surgical Care

Surgical Discharge Instructions For Cats

Your pet has undergone major surgery and is now being discharged for continued care at home. Your job during the recovery period at home is just as important as the surgical procedure just performed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pet Surgical Care FAQs

Your pet is just about to go through a major surgery. Our team wants to make sure you are prepared to make informed decisions about your pet's wellbeing. Get all the information you need about pre-surgery prep instructions, post-operative care, and more!

Surgical Care

Post-Operative Instructions For Dogs

After arriving at home, you should keep your dog warm and comfortable by providing a soft clean bed, ideally in a quiet and draft-free room at a comfortable room temperature (68-75°F or 20-24°C).

Surgical Care

Pre-Surgical Preparation and Testing

Preparing your pet for surgery? Prior to any procedure, it's important to take certain steps to ensure their safety and minimize risk. From pre-surgical testing to anesthetic monitoring, learn how to best prepare your furry friend for surgery with our helpful guide.

New Patient Info

Refer-a-Friend Program

At Canton Animal Hospital, we believe that the best way to grow our practice is through the kind words of satisfied clients. That's why we're excited to offer our refer-a-friend program, which rewards you for referring your friends and family to our top-quality care for dogs and cats in Canton, MI.

New Patient Info

Financing & Payment Plans

Discover flexible payment options at Canton Animal Hospital with CareCredit and Scratchpay. CareCredit offers monthly payments, while Scratchpay provides simple plans for managing veterinary expenses. Learn more and give your pet the care they deserve.

Petstimonials

Lena's Story

Lena had been seeing Dr. Dhaliwal since she was a baby. Recently, she was diagnosed with a large lung tumor and received special care from the entire team. This is her story, as told by her parents.

Pet Nutrition

Dogs and Raw Food Diets

Feeding your dog a raw food diet has the potential to be dangerous to both your dog and you. From a nutritional standpoint, such a diet has difficulty in balancing the ration among macronutrients.

Dental Care

Dental Cleaning in Cats

When rough tartar accumulates on tooth surfaces and touches the gum line, it is time to bring your cat in for a professional oral assessment, treatment, and prevention visit. Learn about what happens in dental visits.

Emergency Care

Common Dog Emergencies

Emergencies occur suddenly and without warning. Stay prepared and aware about common dog emergences and how you can support your dog's healing.

Surgical Info

Cruciate Ligament Repair in Dogs

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture, also known as a torn ACL, is a common injury in dogs. Surgery is often necessary to repair the torn ACL ligament and restore stability to the joint. Learn more about the treatment options, post-operative care, and more.

Surgical Info

Slocum Post-Operative Care Guide

The Slocum® post-operative care and rehabilitation regime for orthopedic surgery in dogs covers important principles of confinement, general information, and a step-by-step guide to the rehabilitation process to ensure successful healing and recovery.

Surgical Info

Cruciate Ligament Repair: TTA Surgery

TTA surgery is a common treatment option for dogs suffering from cruciate ligament rupture, or a torn ACL. Learn more about the surgery itself, recovery, time, and post-operative care for your pet's speedy recovery!