Potty Problems: Why Won’t My Dog Pee Outside?

Potty Problems: Why Won’t My Dog Pee Outside?

Do you have a poopy puppy? Or an older dog who has started peeing in the house? Perhaps you have a pooch who piddles on your guests’ feet. Whatever the case, potty problems can be upsetting for all. But, instead of unleashing your frustration, learn how to help your dog pee outside with the following tips.  […]

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Feeling Out the Facts About Whisker Fatigue

Feeling Out the Facts About Whisker Fatigue

The more you start to learn about cats and their behavior, the more it becomes apparent that we essentially have little lions in our home. Indeed, many of the things that they do are rooted in the same origins as their wild family members. The more we learn about our fierce little housemates, the more […]

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A Case For a Sophisticated Palate: Why Dogs Eat Poop

A Case For a Sophisticated Palate: Why Dogs Eat Poop

Our canine companions certainly have some quirky habits. From stealing your shoes to chasing their tail, many are comical, cute, and even clever. Perhaps one of the dog’s least endearing traits, however, it the inclination to eat stool. Why dogs eat feces is an age-old question that has plagued many a dog-lover. Beverly Hills Veterinary […]

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Ticking Time Bomb: A 36-48 Hour Window Justifies Parasite Prevention

Ticking Time Bomb: A 36-48 Hour Window Justifies Parasite Prevention

There are few moments worse than finding a tick on yourself or someone you love. Of course, we quickly jump to frightening conclusions of tick-borne illness, and for good reason. Incidents of Lyme disease are rising, and can have disastrous implications for pets and people alike.   All this is to say, your pet’s parasite […]

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The 365: Keeping the Bugs at Bay With Year-Round Parasite Prevention

The 365: Keeping the Bugs at Bay With Year-Round Parasite Prevention

Winter has a lot going for it. If you’re into snowshoeing,  ice fishing, or simply enjoying winter’s beauty you’ve got it made in Michigan. But one of the best things about our sub-zero temperatures is the fact that the insects don’t bother us. If you can’t even remember the last time you saw a fly […]

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A Corner on the Couch: The Reality of Mental Illness in Pets

A Corner on the Couch: The Reality of Mental Illness in Pets

From the latest cute kitty meme circulating on the web to a hit movie starring talking dogs, it is easy to anthropomorphize animals. Oftentimes we assume that they experience the same emotions and thoughts that we do, although in most situations the jury is still out. One thing that we do recognize, however, is that […]

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Don’t Call the Tooth Fairy: What to Do When a Pet Loses a Tooth

Don’t Call the Tooth Fairy: What to Do When a Pet Loses a Tooth

For humans, losing our baby teeth is considered somewhat of a right of passage. For our four-legged friends, however, losing teeth can have a completely different meaning. When a pet loses a tooth, usually something serious is going on. Your friends at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates know how important your pet’s pearly whites are. We […]

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Your Guide to Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth At Home

Your Guide to Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth At Home

If you’re not paying attention to your pet’s teeth every day, you may be overlooking one of the best and easiest ways to give her a healthy life. Studies show that good dental health can contribute to a longer and healthier life for pets. And what better way to start off a new year than […]

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Time for Reflection: Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates’ Top 10 Pet Blogs of 2018

Time for Reflection: Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates’ Top 10 Pet Blogs of 2018

The time has finally come for us to take a much-deserved breather from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and reflect on all that’s happened in 2018. Although it’s been a wild ride here at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates, we wouldn’t have it any other way! Providing the absolute best for our patients and […]

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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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