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Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tear

Article by Diana G. You just went to the vet because you noticed Fluffy has been limping ever since she jumped off the couch… And after a few tests, the veterinarian tells you she has a CCL tear and will need TPLO surgery to fix it. And the...

Pet Separation Anxiety

Article by Diana G. Do you come home to scratches on your doors, destroyed or shredded furniture, inappropriate urination or defecation from an otherwise house-trained dog? These could be signs that your pet is suffering from separation anxiety! ...

Unmasking the Flea and Tick Meds Myth

Article by Diana G. We hear the myth from pet parents that their pets “ don’t need flea and tick meds during the winter months because the bugs all die…” and as a hospital in Southern California that cannot be further from the truth. Fleas and...

Puppy & Kitten: First Steps as new Pet Parents!

Thinking about adopting a puppy or kitten soon? Here are the basics you need to know! Brought to you by Alicia Pet Care Center. Bringing a new puppy or kitten into your home is an exciting journey filled with joy and new experiences. As a...

Surgical After Care Instructions

Article by R.V.T. Hunter F. If your pet just had surgery, check out this guide created by our Registered Veterinary Technician (and Veterinarian Liaison), Hunter. This guide contains important information to set your pet up for success after...

Emergency Signs

Article by Diana Gorin “Is My Pet Having an Emergency?” Determining whether or not you should take your pet to the vet is one of the biggest pet parent debates: “They had diarrhea once.. Should we bring them in, or monitor and see if it...

My Cat is Straining, What do I do?

Article by Diana Gorin All information approved for medical accuracy by Matthew Wheaton, DVM Have you caught your cat straining to go to the bathroom? Otherwise known as a "blocked cat." Hopefully you called your vet right away. If he’s...