While a dog's knees are similar to yours, did you know that there is one major difference? Theirs bend the opposite way and are always weight-bearing, this makes injuries occur easily. Here, our Oceanside vets share the signs of cranial cruciate ligament tears and what you can expect from CCL surgery for dogs.
Trauma to the soft tissue can lead to blood blisters commonly referred to as hematomas. This condition can cause discomfort in your feline friend and should be addressed by a veterinarian. Here, our Oceanside vets discuss aural hematomas in cats, how we use surgery to treat this condition, and things you should know about recovery and cost.
Grooming and bathing your dog is for more than just looks, it can help with identifying health issues and managing conditions affecting the skin and fur. Today, our vets discuss dog grooming services and how our professional groomers in Oceanside are here to help.
While surgery is meant to treat various issues and conditions, recovery and how you care for your pet through this time are crucial to the success of the treatment. Our Oceanside vets talk about what to expect when a cat is recovering from surgery and how to care for them during this time.
Preventive care is a vital part of your pup's overall health care. It can help to ensure their health for life. Here, our Oceanside vets talk about how often you should take your dog to the vet and what to expect during these visits.
Your vet will use diagnostic tests to monitor and diagnose many different conditions and diseases as well as your dog or cat's general health. Here, our vets in Oceanside vets talk about how urinalysis using our veterinary diagnostic laboratory can help to diagnose conditions affecting the urinary system and monitor the function of your pet's internal systems.
When we first consider bringing home a dog to join our family we are usually only thinking of how much we'll enjoy cuddling and playing with them and less about how much they will cost us. Here, our Oceanside vets lay out some of the expenses to consider when thinking about the cost of owning a dog.
Bordetella is a condition that commonly affects unvaccinated dogs that spend time in social settings. Here, our Oceanside vets talk about how Bordetella affects dogs, how to protect them with vaccinations and the potential side effects of the Bordetella vaccine.
While there are a number of conditions that could interfere with your cat's ability to urinate some of the most common include UTIs and FLUTD. Here, our Oceanside vets offer some information about the dangers of urinary tract infections in cats, the signs to watch for and what can be done to help treat your feline friend.
No pet parent likes seeing their beloved pets feeling unwell, but some cases are especially concerning such as when a cat is suffering from parvovirus. Our Oceanside vets talk about the effects of parvovirus on your cat's body, the symptoms they may experience and what can be done to treat your feline friend.
Surfside Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Oceanside companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
