Courtesy of Dr. Deirdre Brandes
No matter what age your pet, annual exams are a vital part of keeping your pet healthy. Preventative health care is integrally tied to both the longevity and quality of your pet’s life. Wellness exams allow the doctor to examine your pet from nose to toe, identifying potential hidden problems before they have time to develop, or assessing and advising on the maintenance of various chronic health conditions. The doctor’s primary goal is to ensure that your pet is given the opportunity to achieve an optimal state of health.
Between annual exams, here are some basic things that can be done on a regular basis to ensure optimal health: Read more…
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Rancho Santa Fe Veterinary Hospital is moving to…Solana Beach!?
It’s true! This decision hasn’t been easy for us, especially after providing veterinary care for your pets for the last five years in Rancho Santa Fe. But this is a necessary one, considering our primary mission to always provide excellent care at a great value. Read more…
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Life can be unpredictable and as our lives change, so does our pet’s lifestyle. Life changes such as moving, adding a pet to the household, divorce or having a baby can add huge amounts of stress to your pet’s life and can cause health issues and can be very frightening to your pet. Keep prepared for these life changes when possible. Read below on tips for how to keep your pet comfortable and safe. Read more…
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Ear infections are a common problem in dogs and cats. According to the Veterinary Pet Insurance Co., ear infections are at the top of the list of reasons why pet parents take their animals to the veterinarian. Your pet’s ears are used for essential functions such as hearing and balance control and should be monitored to make sure they are free and clear of infection.
Pets are susceptible to ear infections because bacteria and yeast tend to thrive in warm, moist environments. Read more…
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Those grassy plants in your back yard with spikes that resemble the tail of a fox can be dangerous to your pet. Grasses with foxtails grow in abundance in Southern California. From January to April, these plants are green and grow quickly. As the weather dries and heats up, foxtails dry and the seeds start to fall away. The seeds easily embed in people’s socks, pants, and pet’s paws and fur. Some foxtails that end up implanted in your pet’s fur can be missed and cause injury to your pet.
Foxtails are pointed and can easily penetrate skin. After penetration, the foxtail can begin to migrate slowly throughout the body. Read more…
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