Human Foods Your Dog Can Enjoy

Human Foods Your Dog Can Enjoy

There are many foods you must avoid when thinking about treating your dog to a special snack. There are also a wide variety of foods that both you and your pet can enjoy. All things in moderation, though! It’s important to remember your favorite canine is already getting proper nutrition with a veterinarian-approved diet. Some […]

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How Do You Know If Your Pet Drinks Enough Water?

How Do You Know If Your Pet Drinks Enough Water?

Pet Owners have their work cut out for them all year round, but summer presents some unique risks to cats and dogs. In addition to fireworks, parasites, and the unpredictable weather of summer, we also must wonder if their hydration needs are met. When it comes to their health and well-being, it’s essential to question […]

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My Pet Has Fleas! How Do I Get Rid of Them?

My Pet Has Fleas! How Do I Get Rid of Them?

Warm temperatures are on the rise, and creatures big and small are taking advantage of the longer, steamier days. Fleas are definitely part of this increased activity. While they can be active all year round, their numbers increase exponentially during the spring and summer. A single flea can live up to 100 days and produce […]

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Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital’s Current Appointment Process

Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital’s Current Appointment Process

The team at Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital understands just how hard the last year has been on us all. Veterinary hospitals across the country have experienced unprecedented appointment requests. This combined with new Covid-19 protocols (like curbside service) and trying to avoid employee burnout means that your typical veterinary visit seems to take much longer […]

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Tick Removal 101 for Your Pet

Tick Removal 101 for Your Pet

We are no strangers to ticks in Northern California. Our lush landscape makes it hard to resist spending time outside, but it does come with a risk: ticks. These tiny parasites pack a large punch and can lead to significant health issues for your dog or cat that ranges from irritated skin to Rocky Mountain […]

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Should Your Dog Get the Leptospirosis Vaccine?

Should Your Dog Get the Leptospirosis Vaccine?

Although many pet owners think their furry friends are immune to certain diseases that require vaccines, the fact is, infections aren’t just common—they have the potential to be quite contagious, too.  Leptospirosis, or Lepto, is a bacterial infection carried by many different animal species (including humans) that live in rural, suburban, and urban communities. Luckily, […]

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Waiter, There’s a Fly in My Soup! Can Eating Flies Harm My Dog?

Waiter, There’s a Fly in My Soup! Can Eating Flies Harm My Dog?

The thought of accidentally ingesting a bug or fly is disgusting to us, but when it comes to Fido…not so much. Dogs are natural scavengers and enjoy catching prey, which can include flies. These insect snacks are the source of disgust and wonder from most dog owners. If you’ve ever wondered if eating flies can […]

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Zoinks And Boinks: Danger Noodle Safety Tips

Zoinks And Boinks: Danger Noodle Safety Tips

California is ripe with snakes, also known as sneks, nope ropes, tube dudes, and, in serious situations, danger noodles. These bois are filled with hurt juice and they know how to use it. Before you and your doggo have a close encounter of the danger noodle kind, be sure you are up-to-date on all the […]

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Spring Cleaning Safety Tips to Protect Your Four-Legged Friend

Spring Cleaning Safety Tips to Protect Your Four-Legged Friend

Spring is in the air and it is the perfect time to open the windows and roll up your sleeves. It’s the season for airing out the home, freshening up, and getting rid of things we never use. This time of year might inspire you to do some deep cleaning and purging of belongings, but […]

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Indoors and Outside: How to Keep Your Pet Safe From Toxic Plants

Indoors and Outside: How to Keep Your Pet Safe From Toxic Plants

Wouldn’t it be great if pets just knew instinctively what they should avoid? Jumping the fence, running into traffic, fighting with predatory animals, and sampling chocolate might happen less frequently simply because they knew they’re better off not doing those risky things.  When it comes to keeping your pet safe from toxic plants, it is […]

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