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What most pet parents may not realize is that obesity in pets may cause other health problems. According to Dr. Sophie Steele, DVM, a 5 pound weight gain in a cat is the equivalent to a 130 pound person gaining 70 pounds. Excess weight puts extra stress on joints causing problems such as arthritis, digenerative joint disorder, or hip dysplasia. Obesity can also lead to secondary problems such as diabetes, heart disease, decreased liver function, reproductive issues, and possibly even reduce the life of your pet.
If you believe your pet is overweight, there are many methods to help your pet lose weight. Read more…
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As the weather warms up, rattlesnakes start to stir and sightings are likely to become more prevalent. The poisonous bite of the rattlesnake can pose a danger to you and your pets, and their bites potentially lethal without veterinary care. Any type of a snake-bite should be considered an emergency.
Keep your pets safe by taking simple preventative measures while still enjoying the great outdoors:
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The memory of a pet through pictures is something to cherish but to truly capture your pet’s personality in pictures is a hard feat. Why not let a professional do the job for you?
Rancho Santa Fe Veterinary Hospital has teamed up with Lauren Helm to offer professional pet photography to all pet owners. No matter what type of pet you have, dogs, cats, or exotics, Helm is ready for the challenge. Read more…
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San Diego is a very caring community with a wealth of animal rescues that cater to almost every species of pet. It is also unique in the rescue community in the fact that it’s home to an uncommon rescue with a variety of interesting pets. Wee Companions Small Animal Rescue is a unique cause because it is a rescue mainly dedicated to small exotic pets, such as rats, rabbits, hamsters, mice, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and various other animals in need.
Since Wee Companions’ inception in 1998, over 5000 animals have found refuge within its foster network. Read more…
