Hiking and road trips are great fun, as long as you plan it right.
Hiking is best done in cooler temperatures. Spring and Fall are best. The Summer months can get hot, so if heading out with your four legged friend, be very careful and make them early mornings or later in the evenings. Plan your adventures. Hiking and road trips are great fun, as long as you plan […]
California has now become the first U.S. state to ban animal testing for cosmetics.
A great victory for all animal lovers in the state of California. Last week Governor Brown signed Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act- Bill sb1249. A great win for California! And we hope to see others follow in banning this cruel, unnecessary, testing on animals for cosmetics. What does this new law mean, and when is it […]
Pet Insurance for birds and other exotics.
All pets are family from the two legged to four legged, whether its fur, feathers or scales…. We definitely love them all. And when they become ill, they need care too. From the routine exam to diagnostics, treatment, or even hospitalization. All of which we know too well. This is the kind of expense that […]
City of Los Angeles moves closer to the banning of fur products with unanimous vote.
The star studded city of Los Angeles has set an example that there’s nothing more glamorous than a kind heart. The LA Times reported that the city council voted to ban the sales and manufacturing of fur products. It looks like the love of animals is winning in this big city of fashion and fame. […]
Lucky dog survives eating 206 pebbles off of Barmouth Beach.
A dog eating stones? Yes it happens… What started as a honeymoon celebration turned into an emergency for a 12 year old springer spaniel named “Dilan.” A visit to the beach turned deadly as he ingested, and then started vomiting actual stones from the beach. His owners reacted quickly taking him to the vet, making […]
The dogs come running for Rachael Ray’s popular brand Nutrish, but should they be running away?
As of last month it has come out that the dog food connected to the famous Rachel Ray has a 5 million dollar class action lawsuit pending. A man is suing the company for labeling, advertising, and promoting “all natural” to sell their product which he says is very misleading. Surprisingly, this lawsuit comes with […]
When mysterious bug bites become illness.
Tyson is seen here snuggling up to dad while on the mend. Earlier in the week he had fallen ill and had an abscess on the side of his face. An abscess caused by a bug bite. “A possible spider bite.” Tyson is mostly indoors, and somewhat of a lazy lab, that really loves his […]
What to do as wildlife is seen fleeing the fires burning across California.
As firefighters battled the Carr fire and the Holy fire, among other fires blazing through California. We could see wild animals flee. Try not to get in their way, as they usually know where to run. If you are in any of the surrounding areas of the fires, please keep your pets safe inside at […]
How safe is your home for your pet?
Keeping things out of reach of curious pets is not an easy task. In the year 2018, our two year old “Ace” was still going through his chewing stage as some dogs do. He recovered, after falling extremely ill for two weeks after ingesting of all things….a rubber band. A reminder to always double check […]
Dog days, hitting the beach, and knowing the dangers of salt water.
A Florida man spoke out after the tragic loss of his dog “O.G.” As just the day before, they had spent hours at the beach. The following day his “best friend was dying of saltwater poisoning.” says the report from WDSU News. And there have been others to fall ill since. When it’s hot out […]
Cool Summer Treats For Cats!
It’s getting hot out! Try keeping your kitty comfy with some of these cool treats… Ice cubes can make a nice cool treat. Some cats love to lick and play with ice cubes. Or blend it and make a kitty snow cone…… A few ice cubes blended with a spoonful of gourmet cat food or […]
Great Summer Treats for Dogs!
It’s hot out! Thinking of creating a cool Summer treat for your dog? Here are a few ideas…. Frozen Peanut Butter BananaTreats 4 bananas 1/2 cup of peanut butter Freeze bananas then peel and blend til creamy. Mix in peanut butter until smooth. Pour into small paper cups n freeze. Once frozen remove from cups […]
Delta Airlines new policy banning pit bull service and support dogs, also applies to other terriers, pit bull mixes, and bull dogs.
This policy comes as a result of untrained emotional support dogs and safety concerns. Its very sad that this policy is being placed on service dogs as they are very different from emotional support dogs. And to make the ban on pit bull type dogs seems unfair as several incidents were not related to pit bulls […]
A growing number of illness and disease transmitted by mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas
Risk of illness by tick or mosquito bite is discussed frequently, but illness related to flea bite not as much. But fleas are just as much a risk. In 2018 a woman in North Park was hospitalized and treated for a rare form of deadly disease called Murine Typhus. Transmitted by flea bite. Fleas are […]
Petco brings more competition with veterinary medicine!
Look out Banfield! This in store vet has prices that are hard to beat. With exams at $15 and very competitive prices on 3yr vaccines, it was hard to say no. As of January Petco has opened a new veterinary in store clinic called Thrive Maintaining good health is important, and that can be difficult […]
Fun Facts About Cats You Probably Didn’t Know…
This is so true and such a cute read 12 weird things you didnt know about your cat….. https://www.bustle.com/articles/127454-12-weird-things-you-didnt-know-about-your-cat
Spring Cleaning, Rodents, & Hantavirus.
Every year in California there have been reports of wild mice testing positive for the hantavirus. How rare is the rodent carrying disease, hantavirus? Its not very rare at all, in 2025 there was warning in San Diego County, of a deer mouse that had tested positive for the hantavirus in a local park. And while […]
Routine baths, good health can come from a clean coat.
During Spring and Summer, dogs get very busy. And a busy dog can get dirty. Routine baths and flea control are so important during these busy months. Not only is it good hygiene, regular baths can actually prevent many problems, along with the stacking of vet bills. Regular baths can help prevent fleas, hot spots, […]
The Adventurous Outdoor Dog, And When To Consider The Rattlesnake Vaccine.
Hiking in canyons? Brush areas? Camping this Spring or Summer? You definitely want to keep your outdoor dog vaccinated. But you might want to also consider the Red Rock rattlesnake vaccine. It just might save your dogs life. Rattlesnake antivenom is very costly. Managing an animal clinic for years, I have seen the costs. […]
Cloning, yes or no?
Cloning, yes or no? Well, let’s first take a look at some of the cloned…… A man in Arizona had cloned his pet, giving full details on his experience. This came after Barbara Streisand revealed in an interview with Variety that she had cloned her pet. We all can agree losing a pet is very difficult, […]
Fake Service Dogs Create Stricter Rules For Much Needed Service Dogs.
Fake service dogs make things harder on veterans and people with less obvious disabilities. (See below Delta Airlines policy change) A service dog is trained to help people with disabilities, to do specific tasks. They assist people with visual impairments, physical handicaps, mental illness, seizure disorders, diabetes, etc. Emotional support dogs provide comfort to an […]
Worms caused by “Face Flies”
A reported 14 worms were pulled from a woman’s eye in Oregon, after walking through a cattle field……. Tiny worms that were said to be caused by “face flies.” Such worms are very rare to find in people. But as you can see, very possible. The same tiny worms were pulled from a dogs eyes at […]
Never feel uneasy about getting a second opinion.
Feeling uneasy about the diagnosis, and wondering should you get a second opinion? YES! Nobody knows your pet better than you. Always use your best judgement but take a professional lead. You’re no vet, and neither am I, but sometimes decisions need to be made and it’s up to you to make that call. One […]
Marijuana & the dangers to your pet…Take precautions
Legalizing marijuana and marketing the health benefits of CBD have caused confusion with some pet parents. As marijuana has become more popular for its medicinal uses, it is also being used recreationally. Recreational marijuana is very different and if ingested can be dangerous to your pet. Marijuana with the high (containing THC) can be very deadly […]
Socializing
Socializing is one of the most important things you can do for your dog. Take care of bad behavior before it starts. Correcting things like fear, aggression towards strangers, or other dogs is something you want to do right away. Don’t put off something that could avoid trouble for both you and the dog exhibiting […]
Treats- Quaker Oat Cookies w/ Banana!
How to make oat dog treats your dog will love, by Quaker Heat oven to 350 degrees Ingredients: 2 ripe mashed Bananas, Peanut Butter 1/4 cup Coconut oil 1/4 cup Oats 3 1/4 cup Combine all ingredients together and roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness on floured cutting board. Bake for 10 […]
Dog Nog! A Holiday Treat For Your Dog.
Tis the season for some Dog Nog! A tasty, easy to make treat for your festive dog to enjoy during the holidays. Ingredients: 16 ounces of plain, low-fat yogurt 1 unseasoned chicken breast, boiled 1/4 cup of green beans 1/4 cup of carrots 1/2 cup of sweet potatoes (steamed) OR pumpkin puree (plain) 1 egg […]
No Bake Peanut Butter Treat For Dogs.
No Bake Peanut Butter treats for dogs. 1 Cup Pumpkin Puree 1/4 Cup Peanut Butter 1/4 Cup Milk 3 Cups Old Fashioned Oats Directions: In a bowl mix together pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and milk with electric mixer until smooth. Slowly add 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats until evenly mixed. With large spoon, scoop […]
Fun with Arlo!
Remembering fun times with Arlo. Just a really good boy!
SDPD K9 Unit…. Sometimes a hero comes on four legs :)
SDPD shows K9 heros in action!