Guidance that applies across species — the topics every pet family in our practice eventually asks about.
All guides (19)
AcupunctureWhat is acupuncture? Acupuncture is the art and science of placing small needles in specific areas to encourage the body’s own healing and function....Read the guide
AnesthesiaFear of anesthesia is one of the most common reasons owners decline necessary dental cleanings or other procedures for their pet. To help our clients ease...Read the guide
Annual and Bi-Annual Wellness ExamsIf you are ready to schedule an appointment for your pet's annual or bi-annual exam, please contact us today. Simply call us or...Read the guide
Canine Rabies LicensingIt is currently required that all dogs in California be vaccinated against rabies and licensed, and we want to make sure our clients understand what this means and why it's so important.Read the guide
Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (COHAT)Most clients do not realize that the quality of dental services vary tremendously from one veterinary hospital to another. Here is what a comprehensive oral health assessment and treatment (COHAT) involves.Read the guide
Dental and Periodontal DiseaseWhat kinds of dental problems do pets have? Dental disease is as common in dogs and cats as it is in humans. Cavities make up the majority of dental...Read the guide
Emergencies and First AidWhat kinds of emergencies can occur with pets? Animals can experience several kinds of medical emergencies, from trauma, like an automobile injury to...Read the guide
EuthanasiaElecting euthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions pet owners face. The thought of ending a beloved pet’s life is never easy; it is a...Read the guide
Flea and Parasite ControlA flea jumps on your pet and stays there for life. The female flea begins to lay eggs and will lay about 30 to 50 per day. These eggs drop off your pet...Read the guide
Food AllergiesWhat is a food allergy? Food allergies are one of the five most common allergies (or hypersensitivities) known to affect dogs and cats. Most people...Read the guide
FoxtailsFoxtails can cause problems for dogs and outdoor cats, and the symptoms of foxtails depend on where on the body the foxtail has burrowed itself:If your...Read the guide
GiardiaWhat are giardia? Giardia are one-celled protozoan parasites often confused with worms because they infect the gastrointestinal tract. These parasites can...Read the guide
Grief Support for Pet OwnersAs pet owners, we must accept the reality that for every pet we love, we must ultimately face loss. The death of a beloved pet often results in significant...Read the guide
Helping Children Cope with Pet LossHelping your child understand and accept that the time has come to help his/her pet pass away is a very important and often difficult thing to do. It is...Read the guide
OsteoarthritisWhat is arthritis? The term arthritis literally means joint (arthr-) inflammation (-itis). It is a general term that describes a variety of diseases...Read the guide
Pet InsuranceMuch like human medicine, veterinary care is in a constant state of evolution. New medical advances are available every day that once were not options for...Read the guide
Recognizing Pain in Dogs and CatsPain and suffering are clinically significant symptoms that can adversely affect an animal’s quality of life. Our pets share the same anatomical and...Read the guide
Senior CareOn average, pets age seven times faster than people. This means that most dogs and cats reach adulthood by age two and middle age by four. By age seven,...Read the guide
UltrasoundYour pet has been scheduled for an ultrasound examination. The purpose of this procedure is to aid in making a proper diagnosis of the disease causing...Read the guide
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