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Dogs on patios : information sheet for operators

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This Alberta Health information sheet offers guidance to restaurants and outlines best practices to support food operators who choose to allow dogs on patios. As of May 25, 2022, amendments to... More ≫

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This Alberta Health information sheet offers guidance to restaurants and outlines best practices to support food operators who choose to allow dogs on patios. As of May 25, 2022, amendments to food regulation give food establishments the option to allow patrons’ dogs into outdoor eating areas without approval from a public health inspector.

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Pets in the park

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Presents information about the responsibilities of pet owners who bring their pets to Alberta's provincial parks.

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Dogs in the park

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Dogs are welcome at provincial parks and recreation areas as long as they are kept under control at all times. Dogs must be on a leash no more than 2 metres in length and must not be allowed to... More ≫

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Dogs are welcome at provincial parks and recreation areas as long as they are kept under control at all times. Dogs must be on a leash no more than 2 metres in length and must not be allowed to disturb or endanger wildlife or people.

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Animal services workers safety precautions

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An Animal Services Clerk at an animal services centre was mauled by an American bulldog that was brought in by a member of the public. The incident left the clerk with permanent disabling... More ≫

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An Animal Services Clerk at an animal services centre was mauled by an American bulldog that was brought in by a member of the public. The incident left the clerk with permanent disabling injuries. This safety bulletin was developed to assist all animal shelters, animal services centres, humane society facilities and SPCA facilities to be aware of potential hazards and worker injury prevention measures while handling unpredictable or potentially dangerous animals.

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Parasites in dogs : tapeworms

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Tapeworms are parasites that require a host and live in the digestive tract of all groups of vertebrates. Dogs harbour several different tapeworms in their intestines. Depending on the species of... More ≫

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Tapeworms are parasites that require a host and live in the digestive tract of all groups of vertebrates. Dogs harbour several different tapeworms in their intestines. Depending on the species of tapeworm, the adult stage can range in length from a few millimetres to 20 metres. The larval stages of the tapeworms develop in various intermediate hosts and are the source of infection to dogs.

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Giardia in dogs

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Giardia spp. are parasitic protozoans (single celled organisms) found in the intestines of many animals, including dogs. This microscopic parasite clings to the surface of the intestine or floats... More ≫

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Giardia spp. are parasitic protozoans (single celled organisms) found in the intestines of many animals, including dogs. This microscopic parasite clings to the surface of the intestine or floats free in the mucous lining the intestine. The prevalence of Giardia in dogs of Alberta is not known. However, rates of 5 to 10 per cent have been suggested. This level is consistent with those reported in surveys from the United States and many other countries.

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Hookworms in dogs

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Two species of hookworms are parasites in dogs in Alberta. The smaller species, Uncinaria stenocephala (males = 7.0 mm; females = 10.0 mm long) tolerates the cold and is the most common hookworm... More ≫

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Two species of hookworms are parasites in dogs in Alberta. The smaller species, Uncinaria stenocephala (males = 7.0 mm; females = 10.0 mm long) tolerates the cold and is the most common hookworm in dogs in Canada. The second species, Ancylostoma caninum, is larger (males = 11 mm; females 15 mm long), but requires a warmer climate in which to develop. This species is not common in Canada.

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