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Open Mon - Fri: 7AM - 6PM Sat: 7AM - 3PM | 200 S Tustin St, Orange CA 92866 | (714) 633-3323 | Careers
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, a time to reflect on everything we are thankful for…our friends, family, health, and of course our pets. Please remember that human food can be too rich for pets and cause symptoms ranging from mild diarrhea to potentially life-threatening inflammation of the pancreas. Please make sure to keep your pets away from … Read moreHappy Thanksgiving
Hospice care has been around for a long time in human medicine. It really is in its infancy for veterinary medicine. But hospice care is a crucial part of the aging process of our pets, when they get old. Hospice is indicated when a pet has a terminal illness and extra, compassionate care is needed … Read moreHospice care for pets
While Dr. Murphy has been with us for almost 6 months now on Thursdays and Fridays, you can now make an appointment with her on Mondays and Saturdays too! Dr. Murphy has been a welcome addition to our team and many of our clients have stated how kind, wonderful, and passionate she is about their … Read moreDr. Murphy has now joined us full time
Yes really. Most pet owners know about chocolate, tylenol, and grapes. But few know about the California staple, the lovely, yummy, green avocado. Avocados are commonly sources of consternation to veterinarians and pet owners alike. First of all, they are packed with calories. One medium avocado is about 250 calories. For a dog…that’s a lot. … Read moreAvocados are toxic? Really?
Today, the 11th anniversary of 9/11, there is a new defense in preventing the catastrophic loss of life that occurs in terrorist attacks and other tragedies including natural disasters. This defense is a bit different. It has four legs, a wagging tail, and a love of the job required. Today, the Penn Vet Working Dog … Read moreOn the anniversary of 9/11, canine rescuers given research center
Alas, this is no joke. Last weekend, I received an emergency call from an old friend. Her dogs got into rat bait. She immediately induced vomiting, and then called me. Unfortunately, I was away from the office and we were closed. She wasn’t able to go to an emergency clinic to give charcoal to prevent … Read moreDid you hear about the one where a pet owner went to a human pharmacy and was charged $1000?
We had a tragic case this week. A dog, who was allowed access to the garage was intoxicated with antifreeze. The owner was unaware that they had a small radiator leak. Unfortunately, we only discovered the fact when he presented sick, too late to save him. May poor Shaka rest in peace. Antifreeze (ethylene glycol) … Read moreBeware the antifreeze
This morning, my youngest cat, Tiger Lily, missed a jump, knocking down a bunch of books and falling to the floor. Then she immediately started to lick herself, like nothing happened. I know that you probably have seen your cat do the same and probably wondered why. One very good reason is the wonderful properties … Read moreI just fell, let me lick myself
Over the last decade, there has been an explosion of pet diets and dietary recommendations: dry diets, canned diets, grainfree diets, pure protein diets, organic diets, home cooked diets, and raw food diets. Experts publish data saying their way the best, other experts refute their findings. And going to the pet store is liking running … Read moreAn argument to make your pet BARF
August has really hit us hard, with massive heat and humidity. With the heat, we need to take extra care of our pets 1) A good rule of thumb is that if you are comfortable, your pet is too. 2) Hot cars are a crime. Literally. In this heat, your car can be deadly in … Read moreThe Heat is On