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Top Halloween Safety Tips for Pet Owners Halloween is right around the corner, and that means even more dangers lurking for family pets. The ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center compiled a list of safety tips for us and we would like to share them with you: Candy
: Kids love to stash candy in their rooms, … Read moreTop Halloween Safety Tips for Pet Owners


New parents with dogs and cats sometimes consider giving pets away when a baby arrives, but a new study finds keeping the furry family members in tow may boost a child’s health benefits. A Finnish study finds babies who grow up with pets – especially dogs – are less likely to develop colds and other … Read moreBabies with dogs and cats are less likely to develop colds and ear infections as infants

We have seen a sudden increase in Parvo cases. Our last two dogs were not from the shelter or a pet store but got the disease right by their home. Parvo is a virus, which means antibiotics don’t work. This disease attacks rapidly dividing cells. That means it’s especially devastating to puppies because it not … Read moreParvo cases on the rise

Diet As the old saying goes, you are what you eat. Your dog relies on you to provide proper nutrition and help them maintain an ideal body weight. Obesity is the enemy of a healthy heart, you should pay close attention if your pet needs to lose weight. Choosing a diet can be overwhelming, as … Read moreHelp your dog maintain a Healthy Heart

While it certainly does not feel like autumn, it’s here. School has started and Halloween is almost upon us. We’d like to update you on a few important items here at the OC Veterinary Medical Center. Heartworm Disease: We’ve diagnosed a case of heartworm disease in one of our patients. She is twelve years old … Read moreUpdate for October 2013

Boots and Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks have been recalled due to salmonella. This bacteria does pose a health hazard to pets and to humans handling the bully sticks or feces of the pet. So far no problems have been reported. Symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea. All lots are being recalled by the manufacturer Kasel … Read moreBeef Bully Stick Recall, plus other treats updated October 2012

There is another recall to watch for. This (so far) is a smaller recall from a single manufacturing site. The recall is due to salmonella contamination. Salmonella can affect pets that eat contaminated food. Owners are at risk from handling the food or feces (poop pick up), especially if they have not practiced good hygiene … Read moreIams/Eukanuba Recall

Natural Pet has another salmonella recall, this time affecting selected dry food and biscuit lots of: Evo, Innova, California Natural, Healthwise, Karma, and Mother Nature. So far no pets have gotten sick. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, and fever. Humans handling the food can get sick as well. I will update as the recall … Read moreAnother Natura Pet Recall