Our Capitola vets get a fair number of questions from pet parents about how to tell if their cat is pregnant, and what to do if she is. Read on for ways to tell if your cat is going to have kittens, and how to plan and prepare.
Concerned that your dog might be experiencing heatstroke? Learn more about signs of heatstroke, causes, and treatment from our Capitola vets. Read on for some preventive tips to keep your pup feeling cool!
As a responsible pet parent, you probably already know not to give your dog a chocolate bar as a treat. But did you know there are many plants that are toxic to dogs as well? Today our emergency vets in Capitola discuss the many plants that are poisonous to dogs, the symptoms you should look for, and how they can be treated.
If your dog or cat starts to choke on something lodged in their mouth or throat, attempt the following steps from our Capitola veterinary emergency team.
Although panting during a warm day or while playing fetch is normal for dogs, excessive panting at night can be cause for concern. Besides causing sleepless nights for you and your dog, nighttime panting can be an indication that something is amiss. Today, our Capitola vets discuss signs, causes, and when to go to the vet.
Does your cat or dog's panting mean that they're experiencing labored breathing? Today, our Capitola vets and team share more about labored breathing in dogs and cats.
In today's post, our Capitola vets explain some of the reasons why your pet may be falling over or unable to stand.
Parvovirus is a serious, highly contagious, virus that is spread between dogs. Today, our Capitola vets discuss how parvovirus spreads and how you can prevent it.
If you're on the fence about spending the money and time to get your cat vaccinated, this post is for you! Our Capitola vets explain why cat vaccinations are important and what they protect your cat against.
Ear mites are a common external parasite that can cause severe irritation to the ears and surrounding skin in both cats and dogs, although they are more common in cats. Today our Capitola vets share the symptoms, causes, and treatments available for ear mites.
Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Capitola companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
