Diarrhea in your dog can be quite distressing when pet parents need to cope with it. If your pup has diarrhea, you'll also want to figure out how to help them as soon as you can! Here, our Thousand Oaks vets explain some of the common causes of this condition and how to put a stop to diarrhea in your do QUICKLY.
Most dog owners love giving their canine companions scraps from the table, but it's important to know exactly which human foods can be poisonous to dogs and why it is important to keep them out of reach when you're away. In this post, our Thousand Oaks vets share a comprehensive list of foods that are toxic to dogs.
Our pets are curious, energetic creatures. But sometimes that sense of fun and adventure leads to accidents and injuries. Today, our Thousand Oaks vets share a few pet first-aid tips and discuss what to do if your dog or cat gets injured.
Ear infections aren't that common in cats, but when cats do develop them it could be caused by an underlying health condition that needs to be addressed by a veterinarian. Here, our Thousand Oaks vets share the possible causes of your cat's ear infection as well as the symptoms and how they can be treated.
Spotting blood in your dog’s stool is sure to be a cause for concern for pet parents. Today, our Thousand Oaks vets discuss some possible causes of blood in your dog's stool, when it's an emergency, and what you should do.
Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your cat is sick or feeling under the weather because they are experts at hiding their discomfort. That's why cat parents have to pay attention to their feline companions and be knowledgeable about the signs to look out for. In this blog, our Thousand Oaks vets discuss some contagious illnesses that are common among cats as well as when humans have to be careful.
If your dog or cat is booked to have an x-ray (radiograph) or CT scan, you may be wondering how the appointment will work and how you can prepare. Below, our Thousand Oaks vets share what you can expect when you bring your dog to us for an x-ray.
You've just found out that your dog or cat needs an ultrasound. So, what exactly is an ultrasound and how can it help your pet? Our Thousand Oaks veterinarians explain how ultrasound scans are performed on pets.
While it may cause you to worry if you find a lump on your beloved pup, it's important to know that not all lumps are cancerous. Fatty tumors, also known as lipomas, are common among older dogs. Here, our Thousand Oaks vets share some information about fatty tumors or lipomas in dogs such as the types, causes and how they can be treated.
Hip dysplasia is a painful condition caused by the abnormal development of one or both of your dog's hips. If left untreated, hip dysplasia can worsen over time, severely limiting your dog's mobility. In today's post, our Thousand Oaks veterinarians explain the three most effective surgeries for treating hip dysplasia in dogs.
VSEC Thousand Oaks is accepting new patients! Our board-certified specialists and experienced emergency veterinarians are passionate about restoring good health to animal companions.
