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Scent Enrichment for Indoor Pets as Days Get Shorter

Posts in Category: You & Your Pet

September 23, 2025 by Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates

Scent Enrichment for Indoor Pets as Days Get Shorter — As the days get shorter and cooler, many of our indoor pets are spending more time inside. This can mean more naps, more lounging, and sometimes…more boredom. While fall is a cozy season for humans, pets can’t enjoy the same pumpkin-spice atmosphere we can. They often deeply feel the lack of stimulation and movement, especially […]

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Why Certain Dog Breeds are Unfairly Judged — this negative stereotype has been detrimental to dogs who are viewed as inherently aggressive. It has also contributed to a misunderstanding about the potential for bite incidents in any of the dog breeds.

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Signs that Your Pets Get Along – Or Not… — Pet owners are among a select group of humans that think—no, believe—they know exactly what their pets are thinking at any given moment. Of course, they convey personal preferences through tell-tale behaviors, and use body language to show emotions. When it comes to interspecies friendships, it’s far less obvious. When pets get along, life at […]

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Top 5 Blogs of 2023 — Happy New Year! The team at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates is so excited to em-bark on the fun 2024 has in store. Before we focus too much on the future, we want to cat-ch up on some of our favorite memories from 2023. Join us on our walk through memory lane of our top blogs […]

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Little Paws, Big Hearts: How Volunteering with Your Pet Can Change a Life — Volunteering your time or talents to improve the lives of those in need is a worthy cause, but adding a four-legged friend to the mix takes philanthropy to the next level. Volunteering with your pet is a wonderful way to give back to your community and bond with your pet at the same time. What […]

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How to Prepare Your Pet for a New Baby — Welcoming a new baby into your home is an exciting time, but it’s essential to consider the impact this transition can have on your furry family members. At Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates, we understand the importance of a smooth introduction between your pet and your new baby. In this blog post, we’ll provide tips on […]

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Pet Heat Stroke: Not Just a Summer Worry — Pet heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency that affects all pets regardless of age, species or breed. The symptoms are most common when the weather is hot and humid, but can also result from strenuous over-exertion or confinement in tight spaces (like a parked car). This means that even though the season’s changing from […]

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Nutritional Counseling for Pets — Choosing a nutrient rich diet designed to meet your pet’s changing needs over the course of her lifetime plays a key role in your pet’s health and longevity. But that’s easy, right? The pet store shelves are overflowing with foods proclaiming to be perfect for your pooch or top-notch for your tabby. It might surprise […]

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Am I Holding My Cat Wrong? — You locked eyes with a tiny tabby at the shelter and couldn’t wait to bring her home. You envisioned late nights of Netflix bingeing with your cat curled up in your arms. But your first attempt at cuddling resulted in a few swift kicks from her back legs before she bolted from the room. Will […]

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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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