Where are the worst tick spots in Oakville?
Bronte Creek, Iroquois Shoreline Woods, Lions Valley, and the Conservation Halton parks are Oakville's highest-tick dog walks. Plus the spot most pet parents miss: their own backyard.
Read moreTicks in Oakville and Halton Region 2026: A Field Guide for Dog and Cat Households
Halton's blacklegged tick infection rate jumped from 0% in 2018 to 38% in spring 2025. Here's the 2026 field guide for Oakville households with dogs and cats: surveillance numbers, hotspots, prevention, and the cat-specific dangers most pet parents miss.
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Dr. Sarah Bishop Joins Sixteen Mile Veterinary Clinic in Oakville
Your trusted Oakville veterinarian, formerly at Abbey Animal Hospital, is now at Sixteen Mile Veterinary Clinic. Request an appointment with Dr. Sarah Bishop today.
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Powassan Virus - A People Pathogen
Learn about Powassan virus, a dangerous tick-borne disease that can infect humans in just 15 minutes. Understand symptoms, risks, and how to protect yourself and pets.
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Tick Alert! Top 5 Tick Facts
Essential tick facts every pet owner should know. Learn about tick habitats, year-round dangers, proper removal techniques, and how to protect your pet from tick-borne diseases.
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Did You Know?!
Surprising facts about heartworm and fleas. Learn why indoor pets are still at risk, how clean homes can get infestations, and essential prevention tips for your pet.
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Heartworm: Prevention is the Best Medicine
Heartworm disease is serious and potentially fatal. Learn about transmission by mosquitoes, testing, prevention medications, and treatment. Monthly prevention from June to November is key.
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Cats: Think Paws-itive
Scratching is natural cat behavior. Learn humane alternatives to declawing including nail trims, scratching posts, deterrents, and soft nail caps to keep your cat and home happy.
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5 Surprising Pet Food Myth Busters
Think you know what's in your pet's food? Discover the truth about holistic labels, by-products, corn, and more. Learn which pet food facts you can trust.
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