What You Should Know About Paw Pad Care

What You Should Know About Paw Pad Care

Caring for your pet’s feet is a year-round affair, but seasonal extremes definitely create opportunities for extra attention. Whether it’s hot asphalt in the summer or the painfully drying effects of winter ice melt, your pet’s paws deserve full protection. To that end, we offer these supportive tips in paw pad care in the hopes […]

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The Dangers of Dog Breath

The Dangers of Dog Breath

Wagging tail, bright eyes, wet nose… and bad breath. If this accurately sums up your canine companion, you’re not alone. Stinky dog breath has become synonymous with man’s best friend, but the reality is that it’s not normal. That rotten dog breath you’ve come to know (and not necessarily love) may actually be an indicator […]

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Hear, hear: Pet Hearing

Hear, hear: Pet Hearing

The world would be a very different place without our sense of hearing. Like us, our dogs and cats rely on their sense of hearing to navigate their environment, find food, and stay safe. Taking good care of the ears is important, as is understanding what role they play for our furry companions. Read on […]

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Do You See What I See? Understanding Animal Vision

Do You See What I See? Understanding Animal Vision

Have you ever wondered what your pets see when they look up at you through those big doe eyes? Sure, they see you, but our furry friends don’t quite see the same way that we do. Pet ophthalmology is a very interesting field. Taking a moment to learn more about animal vision and how your […]

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A Pet Owner’s Guide to Zoonotic Diseases

A Pet Owner’s Guide to Zoonotic Diseases

A zoonosis is a disease that can be transmitted to humans by other species. While zoonotic diseases are a concern for anyone, pet owners often have added risks. Thankfully, there are many precautions that can be taken to minimize these risks, as well as encourage the health of family member pets. Common Zoonotic Diseases One […]

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Ringing In The New Year With Beverly Hill’s Veterinary Associates Most Popular Blogs Of 2016

Ringing In The New Year With Beverly Hill’s Veterinary Associates Most Popular Blogs Of 2016

It’s hard to believe that 2017 is already upon us! As we scratch our collective heads and wonder where the time has gone, we are also taking a moment to reflect on the valuable lessons and memorable moments the past year has gifted us with. We’ve continued to enjoy the privilege and honor of serving […]

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Giving Back: How You Can Help Pets This Holiday Season

Giving Back: How You Can Help Pets This Holiday Season

For many animal lovers, this time of year naturally inspires a want to help pets.  It’s the holiday season, after all. From donations to volunteering, there are several ways you can make a difference in the lives of animals and help pets this holiday season. To help you plan such charitable acts, your friends at […]

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Stopping Stress in Cats

Stopping Stress in Cats

You may have to fight the urge to laugh when the words “stress” and “cat” are used in the same sentence. What could our feline friends possibly have to worry about? They have warm beds, an abundance of toys, and limitless food at their beck and call. Stress in cats is a real issue, though, […]

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Preparing for a Vet Visit Like a Pro

Preparing for a Vet Visit Like a Pro

If you want to get the most out of your next appointment with us at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates, you need to make like a boy scout and be prepared. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about preparing for a vet visit. What to Bring When Preparing for a Vet Visit Along […]

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Bloat in Dogs: What Every Dog Owner Should Know

Bloat in Dogs: What Every Dog Owner Should Know

Bloat in dogs may sound like just a bad case of indigestion, but it’s far more complex and serious than that. Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly called bloat, is a condition that causes the stomach to expand with fluid, food, or air, and then rotate or “flip”. It can be fatal if not treated immediately. Keep […]

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