The 2014 edition of Banfield Pet Hospital’s State of Pet Health Report is available for download from Banfield’s website HERE. This report provides an overview of medical data from the 2.3 million dogs and 470,000 cats treated annually at Banfield facilities nationwide. The 2014 edition contains...
Pet health is important all year round, but did you know that your pets have special health concerns in the fall? Here are some autumn pet health tips to keep in mind, courtesy of Pets Best pet insurance: Parvovirus: Vets see an increase in Parvo infections...
Cats falling from high places—over two stories, often from apartment windows or balconies—is so common that there is a name for the types of injuries sustained in these falls: Feline High-Rise Syndrome. The most frequently-occurring injuries from falls are trauma to the chest, face/mouth, limbs,...
Tear stains can be common in light-colored dogs and cats, especially in certain toy dog breeds and Persian cats. They are caused by an overflow of tears onto the fur, and are dark due to a reaction that occurs between the tears and normal bacteria...
Rattlesnakes are common here in Southern California, particularly the western diamondback. While much is known about rattlesnake bites in humans and dogs, less research has been done on the effects of, and treatment for, rattlesnake bites in cats. Recently, a study of cats bitten by rattlesnakes...
One of the most common reasons for an emergency trip to the vet for cats (especially males and neutered males) is urinary obstruction. Feline urinary obstruction is a life-threatening veterinary emergency. What do cat owners need to know about urinary/litter box problems in cats to...
Did you know that the FACE Foundation has provided financial assistance for life-saving veterinary care to the pets of over 86 military families in the San Diego area? We are committed to helping families and their beloved pets live long, healthy lives together, including the...
A 14 week old puppy from the U.K. named Ivy recently died after eating a nicotine capsule from an electronic cigarette. Despite receiving quick emergency veterinary treatment, Ivy did not survive the toxic effects of the nicotine. This sad story serves as a reminder that both...
Another reason to love your vet… A recent study by Dr. Lori Kogan of the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences has found that a large majority of veterinarians reduce the costs of services and products so that animals can get the...
Meet Spunky! This adorable terrier mix is as sweet as can be! He is the "only child" of his loving owner. One day he was acting strangely, and when he starting limping his owner rushed him to the vet. He was suffering from a disc...
Meet Lola! This pretty girl is a little bit of a scaredy-cat...
No one likes to think about or anticipate emergency situations or disasters, but planning for such crises can save you and your pets in the long run. Regardless of where you live, these tips--compiled from the ASPCA, FEMA, and Ready.gov--will simplify your response to an...
This is the inaugural post of the FACE Foundation blog! Our blog will feature content found on our website, Facebook page, Twitter account, and monthly newsletters, in addition to postings unique to the blog itself. In case you are unfamiliar with the FACE Foundation, here's an...
Summer is soon upon us, and though the summer months are beautiful, there are precautions all pet parents need to heed to ensure the safety of their beloved animal companions. Listed below are several dangers to your pets, along with important, preventative suggestions. 1. Although most...