What Vaccines Do Dogs Need to Stay Healthy?

What Vaccines Do Dogs Need to Stay Healthy?

Vaccinations are a necessary part of health for pets and people alike. Vaccines are effective at protecting against a wide variety of serious and sometimes fatal illnesses in dogs. Although necessary, not every pet needs every vaccine. Many pet owners wonder which vaccines are necessary for their dogs. Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates want to provide […]

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Why Indoor Pets Still Require Vaccines and Parasite Prevention

Why Indoor Pets Still Require Vaccines and Parasite Prevention

One of the most common misconceptions among pet owners is that an indoor pet doesn’t require vaccination. This is particularly true among indoor cat owners whose pets may never or rarely leave the home. This question of whether to vaccinate also extends to parasite prevention, such as flea and tick control and heartworm prevention. At […]

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From Kitten to Cat: Growth, Nutrition & Preventive Care Milestones

From Kitten to Cat: Growth, Nutrition & Preventive Care Milestones

Once you have all the food, toys, and other supplies to welcome a new kitten into your home, it’s time to sit back and enjoy life with a new best friend! But don’t forget that, as each day passes, your kitten is getting closer to adulthood. It takes about a year or so for a […]

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Easter Egg Hunts for Dogs: How to Make It Fun and Safe

Easter Egg Hunts for Dogs: How to Make It Fun and Safe

Easter isn’t just for kids, or for adults who love the nostalgia of an Easter egg hunt. If you are a pup parent—whether or not you have human children too—don’t miss out on the excitement of an Easter egg hunt with pets! The team at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates has a few tips for setting […]

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Top 10 Common Health Issues in Dogs and How to Prevent Them

Top 10 Common Health Issues in Dogs and How to Prevent Them

Your cuddly canine has been a constant source of slobbery kisses and snuggles, and while it’s difficult to think about our pets getting sick, it’s always possible, no matter how pampered our pets might be. At Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates, we know your dog is like family. In this blog, we share the nitty gritty […]

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Emergency Evacuation: Safeguarding Your Pet During Pet Preparedness Month

Emergency Evacuation: Safeguarding Your Pet During Pet Preparedness Month

Pet Preparedness Month is the perfect time to remind all pet families of the importance of including pets in disaster response efforts and evacuation plans. It isn’t pleasant to ponder the potential devastation of natural or manmade disasters  such as housefires, flooding, or tornadoes, but when seconds count, having a plan in place ahead of […]

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Michigan Wildlife Encounters: Keeping Your Pet Safe from Wild Animals in the Fall

Michigan Wildlife Encounters: Keeping Your Pet Safe from Wild Animals in the Fall

Michigan’s dozens of state parks, numerous lakes, and hundreds of nature preserves provide plenty of opportunities to explore Mother Nature, and when spending time in the great outdoors with your pet — whether you’re hiking the trails or just relaxing in your own backyard — it’s important to be aware of Michigan wildlife hazards for […]

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Leptospirosis: An Emerging Problem for Pet Owners

Leptospirosis: An Emerging Problem for Pet Owners

Leptospirosis (“lepto”) has been diagnosed in pets for several decades, but recently, it’s begun to show up across the United States in higher numbers. Although the illness is most often associated with warm, rainy regions, outbreaks have occurred in cities such as Phoenix, New York City, and Denver. In part, the increased diagnoses can be […]

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Ticks, Lyme Disease, and the Risks to Your Pet

Ticks, Lyme Disease, and the Risks to Your Pet

In Michigan and other parts of the Midwest and Northeast, we are literally crawling with ticks. Those who like to spend time outdoors with their dogs understand the high prevalence of these canine Lyme disease carrying pests. And, while there is no fool-proof way to evade the tiny invaders, there are some precautions you can […]

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When to Consider Hiring a Pet Sitter

When to Consider Hiring a Pet Sitter

Bringing a pet into your home means you’re responsible for a furry friend that needs love, attention, exercise, nutrition, and hygienic care. Since you (sadly) can’t bring your beloved pets everywhere you go, it’s important to find a trusted caregiver who can watch your pet when you skip town. Boarding works well for some cats […]

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