Posts in Category: Pet Safety November 28, 2018 by Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates Fall Pet Foreign Objects: Avoiding an Awful Autumn The changing of the leaves, the cooler weather, and the familiar smell of a bonfire are welcome signs of the season for many. For pets this also means more time enjoying the outdoors due to the wonderful temperatures. When your pet heads outside this autumn, Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates wants to be sure that you […] Read More Expert Advice: How to Remove a Tick From Your Pet You may not think of autumn or winter as tick season, but here in Beverly Hills, ticks never seem to be dormant for long. It only takes one warm day and they’re active, ready to bite you or your dog. Tick prevention is important of course, and so is knowing how to safely remove a […] Read More Life’s a Beach When You Practice Dog Water Safety With summer in full swing, families all over the state are eagerly heading out for a day or a weekend on the lake or at the pool. Cooling off near a body of water is one of the best parts of summer in Michigan, and water-loving canine companions couldn’t agree more. Before you pack the […] Read More Running Safely With Your Dog: The Do’s and Don’ts Dogs can be great exercise partners. They have energy to burn and love spending time with you. However, running safely with your dog takes preparation and training. Let the team at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates provide a rundown of do’s and don’ts before hitting the road with your pet. Starting Out Do try it out. […] Read More Your Ultimate Summer Pet Safety Home and Garden Checklist For many of us, summer is largely spent enjoying our very own backyards. The same can probably be said for our pets, who are usually happy to spend time outdoors with their favorite humans. Planning for enjoyment is important, but keeping our pets’ outdoor needs in mind is crucial for their safety and well-being. Whether […] Read More Covering All Your Bases: Microchipping Your Pet Even though most pet owners are familiar with microchipping, there are still those that choose not to use this harmless implant. Sometimes, all it takes is a quick conversation to assuage any doubts or concerns. For others, it takes a sudden scare of a missing or lost pet. Microchipping your pet doesn’t have to be […] Read More Bloat in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Tummy trouble in our canine pals isn’t an uncommon problem. After all, dogs are prone to eat just about anything too much and too fast, including sweaty socks or yesterday’s garbage! Because dogs are prone to gastrointestinal issues, it’s good for all dog owners to know the risks when it comes to your chowhound. One […] Read More Everything You Never Wanted to Know About Lice in Pets It may be that every parent’s worst nightmare is that dreaded phone call from school that a lice case has been identified in their child’s classroom. Just the word lice gives many of us the heebie-jeebies. Did you know, though, that we see lice in pets as well? Before you start obsessively scratching your head, […] Read More DIY Don’ts: Natural Flea and Tick Treatments to Avoid Fleas and ticks pose a serious risk to pets, and as spring ramps up, these ectoparasites are out and about in droves. Protecting your pet is a must, but many pet owners worry that the ingredients in traditional flea and tick preventive medications are harsh, or could pose a danger to their pets. The temptation […] Read More The Rumble Down Under: Navigating Pet Tummy Trouble It’s bound to happen sooner or later: Almost every pet owner, at some point, is faced with caring for a pet whose digestive system is not functioning optimally. Sometimes an upset belly is no big deal, but other times it can be serious business. How is an animal lover to know when to worry? Beverly […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts