A Dog Owner’s Guide to Canine Flu By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM What is Canine Flu? There are two subtypes of flu currently infecting dogs in the United States. The first appeared in January 2004 among racing greyhounds at… Read More »
Tag Archives: puppies
Why Do We Vaccinate Our Pets Against Rabies?
Most Americans have never seen an animal with a case of rabies. The image of the mad, aggressive, salivating animal has been fostered by Hollywood – think “Cujo” or “Old Yeller.” Most people have a vague sense of unease regarding… Read More »
Summer 2017 Newsletter
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 »
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 »
Picking the Perfect Puppy
“Buy a pup and your money will buy Love unflinching that cannot lie” – Rudyard Kipling Picking the perfect puppy can be done! The selection of your new puppy must be a careful decision, however, because this little… Read More »
Protect Your Puppy!
Prevent Parvovirus Disease in Your Puppy Most dog owners have heard of the term “parvo.” There is a vague sense that it is a dreaded disease that can strike dogs, particularly puppies. A few owners know… Read More »
What You Need to Know for Your Pet to Peacefully Coexist with Wildlife
It is almost inevitable that our pets will cross paths with wildlife at some time in their life. We are fortunate to live amidst a rich variety of wildlife here in Santa Cruz, but unfortunately, these non-domesticated denizens can pose… Read More »
Bravecto is now available at Capitola Veterinary Hospital!
We are excited to announce that we are now carrying a new flea and tick prevention called Bravecto. This new preventative is highly recommended to those with dogs that are exposed to ticks. It is a pill that is given one… Read More »
Dr. Volat’s new article, “Fighting Fleas” is in the May edition of the Capitola Soquel Times!
Are your cats and dogs itchy and trying to scratch and chew themselves to pieces? Have you noticed fleas in your home and on your pets? Dr. Volat has written a great and informative article in the Capitola Soquel times… Read More »
Extra! Extra! Times Article Published. Read About Pet Dental Care!
This should make your pets smile! Dr. Volat wrote an article for the Capitola Soquel Times, Aptos Times and the Scotts Valley Times about pet dental care! To read it in print, pick up the most recent copy of the… Read More »