Does Your Dog Have Corn Chip Feet?

Does Your Dog Have Corn Chip Feet?

There are quite a few explanations behind why dogs smell so…doggish. They could have doggy breath stemming from dental disease, potent gas from unresolved intestinal issues, or perhaps allergies that cause their ears to get inflamed or infected. These are all medical concerns that need to be addressed. But what about that funky smell coming […]

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Help, My Cat Has Dry Skin! 

Help, My Cat Has Dry Skin! 

Of all their prominent features, it is perhaps their fluffy, yet silky and soft fur coat that has us fawning over our cats the most. A cat’s fur coat is more than beautiful, however, it’s also a powerful indicator of general health and wellness. If your cat has dry skin, however, it can make their […]

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Funky Fur: Why Does My Pet’s Fur Smell Bad? 

Funky Fur: Why Does My Pet’s Fur Smell Bad? 

The odors emitted from your pet aren’t a wonderful bouquet of smell. Most pets smell exactly like you might expect them to smell, sort of like that all’s well doggie- or kitty-cat smell. But if your pet has such a pee-yew to them that it makes you hold your breath, there may be trouble on […]

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Smelly Dog: Why Does My Dog Stink? 

Smelly Dog: Why Does My Dog Stink? 

Unless they’ve just had a bath, most dogs will smell, well, like a dog. That hairy dog scent is almost unmistakeable and is usually nothing to worry about. But some stench might be a sign that there is a problem occurring on the skin or with your pet’s health.  The team at Beverly Hills Veterinary […]

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Are There Ways to Spot “Old Dog Disease”

Are There Ways to Spot “Old Dog Disease”

The term “old dog disease” sounds like a way to describe many potential habits of aging canines, such as incontinence, decreased mobility, mental confusion, or pain-induced irritability.  While the symptoms of Old Dog Disease can be similar to those of general aging, old dog disease is more often characterized by a head tilt and eyes […]

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More Than Just A Pretty Face: The Art Of Home Pet Grooming

More Than Just A Pretty Face: The Art Of Home Pet Grooming

As dogs and cats shed their summer coat in preparation for their warm winter wear, pet owners are feeling the pain of constant sweeping, dusting, and lint-rolling of furniture and clothing. The answer? Home pet grooming, of course! Keeping up with your pet’s grooming regimen is a year-round job, and your team at Beverly Hills […]

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Those Precious Pads: Winter Paw Care 101

Those Precious Pads: Winter Paw Care 101

Your pet’s paws are adorable, yet it’s easy to imagine they’re also tough-as-nails. After all, your pet uses them every day to walk, run, and play in all types of weather, and they don’t seem to be affected at all…right? As it turns out, paw pads aren’t as indestructible as they might seem. Winter weather […]

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More or Less: The Guide to Bathing Your Pet In Summer

More or Less: The Guide to Bathing Your Pet In Summer

Do you have a dirty dog or a dusty cat? We feel your pain. Summer is prime time for animals to experience the great outdoors, and for some, that simply means rolling around in it. Dirt or dust baths, river time, and frolicking through the grass all make pets happy campers, but can contribute to […]

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Anal Sacs Can Really Bite You in the Butt

Anal Sacs Can Really Bite You in the Butt

Dog owners are pretty comfortable looking at their dog’s rear end, picking up feces, and generally staying on top of the poop schedule. This level of acceptance goes with the territory of dog ownership. However, if there’s one thing that makes an owner scrunch up their nose and look away, it’s the anal sacs. Tough […]

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The Perils of Pet Dental Disease

The Perils of Pet Dental Disease

Is your dog or cat over 4 years of age? Did you know that by the time our pets reach that age, 85% of them have some form of dental disease, also known as periodontal disease? What causes this problem, and what can we do to keep our pets in the other 15% of this […]

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