New In-House Laboratory Equipment Improvements have been made to our in-house laboratory equipment! With the switch over to Idexx’s Catalyst One and ProCyte analyzers, we are able to obtain quicker and more accurate laboratory results… Read More »
Category Archives: Pet Potpourri
Protecting Your Pet from Sun Exposure
With the long “dog days” of summer approaching, it is time to get outside and get active. But time spent outdoors increases sun exposure for you and your pet. Too much sun can lead to a sunburn or worse –… Read More »
Pets and Microchipping
It is the moment that strikes fear in the heart of every pet owner…the moment that you realize that your pet is missing. It is time to swing into action with neighborhood searches, posted flyers, and shelter checks. At this… Read More »
2017 Banff Mountain Film Festival
Capitola Veterinary Hospital is a proud sponsor of the 2017 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by National Geographic and the North Face! Brought to Santa Cruz County by the UCSC Recreation Department, witness the best films from the… Read More »
Top 10 Gifts for Our Pets
‘Tis the season for gift giving. Many families will be including their furry companions in the tradition. So, what do our pets really want for Christmas? #10 High quality, age appropriate nutrition – What is the best food for your… Read More »
Tick Coverage for Cats!
Capitola Veterinary Hospital now carries Feline Bravecto! This topically applied flea and tick preventative lasts for 3 months and is available for all cats 6 months of age and older. It controls all stages of the flea life cycle and… Read More »
Winter 2016-2017 Newsletter
Capitola Veterinary Hospital Winter 2016-2017 Holiday Closures To help our clients prepare for the holiday season, we are announcing our hospital’s holiday hours for this year. We will be closed on December 24th and 25th in observance of Christmas. In addition,… Read More »
Leptospirosis: Important Facts for Every Dog Owner
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), leptospirosis is a disease on the rise. The number of cases diagnosed in our pets has dramatically increased in the past few years. In fact, it is the most widespread disease in… Read More »
Raw Pet Food Diets
What is a Raw Food Diet? A raw food diet differs significantly from what one thinks of the standard, processed pet food diet. A raw food diet is not cooked. It often contains muscle meat, bones (whole or ground),… Read More »
Safe Summer Travel with Your Dog!
The summer season is upon us! School is out for many families, and vacation time has arrived. Long sun-filled days prompt many folks to start dreaming of hitting the road to explore faraway places. The Decision: Do I bring Fido… Read More »
