Bright sunshine and brisk breezes invite you outdoors to enjoy the summer weather, but as temperatures and humidity levels climb, your pet may find the conditions uncomfortable, and you may have to forgo your plans for the day and play with your pet indoors. But, most days you can include them in many summertime activities. [...]
Whether traveling with your pet is recreational or strictly essential, the journey does not have to be stressful. Our Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital professionals share some tips to keep in mind—and to help you keep your composure—while traveling with your pet. #1: A clean bill of health—visit the veterinarian Before you pack your bags, schedule [...]
If your dog is scratching themselves silly, or your cat has gone from beautiful to bedraggled, they may need more than a bath and brush. Changes to your pet’s skin and coat may be an environmental, dietary, or parasitic allergic reaction. Beauty is more than skin deep, and so are pet’s allergies. Read our Scripps [...]
Heartworms cause heart, lung, and other organ system damage in dogs and cats, and Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants to partner with you in preventing pet heartworm disease. Read on for answers to frequently asked questions about canine and feline heartworm disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Question: What is heartworm disease in pets? Answer: Heartworms [...]
Blood work in pets is a non-invasive, essential part of pre-anesthetic workups, senior pet exams, and wellness visits. A blood panel can quickly give your veterinarian important clues about what’s happening inside your pet’s body, to guide treatment decisions, catch potential problems early, and find illness causes in sick pets. For pet owners, blood work [...]
Humans visit the dentist twice yearly for cleanings, and brush and floss their teeth twice a day to keep them clean. Imagine what would happen if you stopped all these oral care measures completely—not pretty, right? Plaque and tartar would build up quickly, and this would lead to gum disease, bone loss, and eventual tooth [...]
With approximately two-thirds of dogs and cats age 3 and older suffering from varying levels of dental disease, prioritizing your pet’s oral health is crucial from the get-go. But, how can you prevent this debilitating disease from developing? Your Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital team can help. Here are our top five tips to help you [...]
Arthritis is a common ailment in dogs and cats that can be a source of chronic pain and negatively impact their quality of life. However, pets are experts at hiding their weaknesses, and arthritis often goes undiagnosed and untreated. Our team at Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital would like to help you recognize arthritic signs in [...]
Aging pets face issues including arthritis-induced mobility problems, vision and hearing loss, and a predisposition to disease, but the appropriate care can prolong their well-being, and their life. Our team at Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants to offer advice, to help you care for your senior pet. Senior pets need more frequent veterinary visits Regular [...]
When you leave your four-legged friend behind while you go to work or run errands, you may toss them a chew toy on your way out the door. But, when you’re treating your pet with new toys, are you sure they are safe? Many popular pet chews pose a health risk, so follow the Scripps [...]