How often do you take a cat to the vet?
You want to be the best pet parent you can be and keep your kitty happy and healthy well into old age. So, how often should you take your cat to the vet to promote good health and long life? Find out here.
A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Knee Surgery for Cruciate Tears
Cranial cruciate ligament tears are a common knee injury in dogs that typically require surgery to correct. Here, we discuss different surgery options to get your dog moving comfortably again.
What is parainfluenza in dogs?
Canine parainfluenza virus (CPIV) is a highly contagious ribonucleic acid virus that causes respiratory illness in dogs all over the world. Today, our Santa Cruz County vets lay out the symptoms and causes of parainfluenza in dogs and how to treat it.
The Benefits of Endoscopy for Diagnosing GI Issues in Pets
Endoscopy can be a beneficial tool for pinpointing the cause of internal issues in pets. Here, you can learn about some of the benefits of cat and dog endoscopy and when your veterinarian may use it.
All About Cat Blood Tests
Blood tests may be recommended to help diagnose your cat's symptoms or as part of their wellness exam. Here, we explain some common blood tests for cats and what they tell us about their health.
Cat & Dog ECG
Your vet wants your pet to have an ECG, but why? What conditions can ECG be helpful with? What will an ECG tell you and your vet about the health of your dog or cat? Read on to find the answers to these questions and more.
What is Giardia in Dogs?
Giardiasis is a condition seen in dogs, cats, and humans. Characterized by symptoms affecting the gastrointestinal tract, this condition is caused by the parasite giardia. Today, you will learn how giardia is spread and how pets with giardiasis are typically treated.
A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Leptospirosis
The rising incidence of leptospirosis in dogs poses a threat not only to the health of our canine companions but also to us. Thankfully there is a way to protect your pup against lepto. Our Santa Cruz County vets explain.
What can I give my dog for a urinary tract infection?
Urinary tract infections are a common health problem for our canine companions. In today's post, our Santa Cruz County vets explain some of the most common symptoms of UTIs in dogs, and what you can give your dog if they have a UTI.
What You Need to Know About Vomiting in Dogs
Vomiting is a common but troubling symptom in dogs, that every pet parent will find themselves dealing with at some point. But why is your dog vomiting? Is it normal? Our Santa Cruz County vets answer these questions and more.
