Walnut Creek Veterinary News
Ticks: Frequently Asked Questions
In our veterinary hospital, we often get questions about ticks. And especially this year after such an extremely wet winter, ticks abound! From...
What Should Be Included in a Thorough Pet Dental Care Visit
Dental health is one area where all cats and dogs, even healthy ones, need attention, support and investment. We often get asked what makes dental...
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV2)
As we first told you in June, 2020, the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDV2) was reported in a dead wild rabbit in Palm Springs. This...
Canine Influenza Risk
While outbreaks of Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) are not frequent, they still happen in California periodically. Your pet may be at risk so it is...
Exercise With Your Pet – Even in Winter
Winter! It’s cold. It’s damp. It’s gloomy. Your dog is feeling it just like you are. Winter’s not exactly a walk in the park but a walk in the park is just what your dog may need. Pets need exercise – even in bad weather,
Should I Purchase Health Insurance for My Pet
Veterinary care for our four-legged family members has improved significantly over the last decade. Never before have we had the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat injuries and diseases as effectively as we can now. However, they can also bring increased financial responsibility and emotional stress. Pet health insurance is a good option to help alleviate the financial stress that too often accompanies the challenge of caring for a sick or injured pet.
Does My Pet Need Professional Teeth Cleaning?
Dental health is an important, but often overlooked, aspect of pet well-being. Poor dental health is painful and can dramatically affect a pet’s...