Canadian Vet Clinic

Pet care, seasonal guides, and honest answers.

Written by our veterinarians.

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Relocation & travel

Bringing your pet to the UAE: the complete import guide

Moving to the UAE with a dog or cat? Here’s what you need — microchip, vaccines, import permit and health certificate — and how to get it right.

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Relocation & travel

Taking your pet abroad from the UAE: the export guide

Leaving the UAE with your dog or cat? Here’s the export process — microchip, titer test, health certificate and timing — so you travel smoothly.

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Surgery & dental

Neutering and spaying in the UAE: costs, timing and benefits

Thinking about neutering or spaying your pet in the UAE? Here’s what it involves, when to do it, the real benefits, and what affects the cost.

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Surgery & dental

Pet dental care in the UAE: bad breath, cleaning and cost

Bad breath isn’t normal. Here’s how dental disease affects dogs and cats, the signs to watch, what a cleaning involves, and what it costs.

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Emergency & safety

Is it an emergency? When to rush your pet to the vet

Some pet symptoms can’t wait. Here are the red-flag signs that mean your dog or cat needs a vet now — and our 24/7 emergency line.

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Seasonal

Keeping your pet safe in the UAE summer heat

UAE summers are brutal for pets. Here’s how to prevent heatstroke, protect paws, keep pets hydrated, and spot the warning signs early.

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New pets & registration

How to register and microchip your pet in the UAE

In the UAE, pets must be microchipped and registered with the local municipality. Here’s what that means, why it matters, and how to do it.

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New pets & registration

New puppy checklist for UAE pet owners

Just got a puppy in the UAE? Here’s your first-month checklist — vet visit, vaccines, microchip, registration, food and training essentials.

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Preventive care

What’s in a pet wellness check (and why it matters)

A yearly wellness check catches problems before they become serious. Here’s what your vet actually examines — and why once a year isn’t optional.

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Emergency & safety

Foods that are toxic to dogs and cats

It’s not just chocolate. Here are the everyday foods that are toxic to dogs and cats — and what to do if your pet eats something they shouldn’t.