Every cottager knows having a pet at the lake is a little different than having it in the city. Dr. Savannah Howse-Smith, from Cottage Life’s television show Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, is here to share what pet owners need to pay special attention to when their furry friend is in the wilderness. Pets may be a big commitment, but nothing is quite as much work as the upkeep required when you own a cottage. Journalist Orland French explores the seemingly never-ending to-do list at even the smallest cabins. And reader Ann Mittag shares a real-life experience that proves the ongoing maintenance is worth it.

Special thanks to:

Dr. Savannah Howse-Smith, Veterinarian, Rocky Rapids Veterinarian Services

Ann Mittag, cottager 

Articles referenced:

“Rotting on the Rideau” by Orland French (Cottage Life magazine, April/May 1992)

Sources:

To watch learn more about the TV show Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet, click here.

Further reading:

For more information on dog safety, read “Doggy first aid for the cottage” (cottagelife.com).

To learn more about blastomycosis, read this article.

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