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As the leaves fall and we prepare to gather with loved ones, Thanksgiving offers us the perfect moment to pause and reflect on what truly matters. At Animal Works, we see it every day — the quiet strength, unconditional love, and boundless joy that animals bring into...

What They Are and Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Treat Them If you’ve ever noticed your dog suddenly shaking their head a lot or scratching at their ear, and then saw that one of their ear flaps looks swollen or puffy — chances are, they might have an aural hematoma. What...

Celebrating the teams behind the scenes and the lifesaving partnerships we rely on Every first full week of November, we pause to honour the remarkable work of shelters, rescue groups, transporters, fosters—and everyone dedicated to giving animals second chances. At...

Every October 29th, cat lovers everywhere pause to celebrate one of the most independent, mysterious, and lovable companions on the planet — our feline friends. At Animal Works Veterinary Surgery, we see cats for everything from playful kitten vaccines to advanced...

Have you ever met a dog or cat whose eyes stopped you in your tracks—one icy blue, the other warm amber? That mesmerizing mismatch isn’t a trick of the light. It’s something called heterochromia, and it’s one of nature’s most fascinating quirks. What Is Heterochromia?...

Who says pasta is just for people? This October 17th, we’re celebrating National Pasta Day with a twist — Animal Works style! Because while dogs can’t exactly twirl spaghetti like Lady and the Tramp (well, not gracefully), they can help us celebrate love, comfort, and...

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, a time for all of us to pause and reflect on the importance of mental well-being. At Animal Works, our work is focused on surgical care and helping families through some of the most emotional decisions they’ll ever face. — but...

Every year on October 1st, dog lovers across the country join together to celebrate National Black Dog Day — a day dedicated to recognizing, honoring, and promoting the adoption of black dogs, which often get overlooked in shelters. At Animal Works Veterinary Surgery,...

Tiny pups get a lot of attention, but there’s something just as impressive about dogs that could almost rival a small pony! From gentle giants who love to lounge to towering protectors with big hearts, the world’s largest dog breeds are impossible to ignore. 1. Great...

Every September, during the third week of the month, we pause to celebrate Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week—a time to shine a spotlight on the dogs and cats who are often overlooked in shelters. These pets may be older, have special medical needs, or simply don't “fit...