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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I Found A Baby Wild Animal… Now What? 

I Found A Baby Wild Animal… Now What? 

The first warm days, buds on the trees, and crocuses pushing up through the dirt are cause for celebration after a long Midwestern winter. While we may be opening up the windows, cleaning out the garage, or firing up the grill, many species of local wildlife herald the arrival of spring by, well, procreating.  Baby […]

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Cat Scratch Fever: Myth or Not? 

Cat Scratch Fever: Myth or Not? 

While the term cat scratch fever may evoke images of Ted Nugent (c’mon, we know you sang it!), it’s an actual condition that can have some pretty serious implications for people! Cat Scratch Fever is just as much a real disease as it is a late 70s rock icon, and while Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates […]

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A Toothsome Topic: Do Dogs Get Cavities? 

A Toothsome Topic: Do Dogs Get Cavities? 

What do you see in your dog’s mouth? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably gotten  that up close and personal with your pet’s mouth. After all, dogs eat a lot of things that we’d say are questionable. But the dental care of your pet is paramount to a lifetime of good health for them. […]

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Is There Such A Thing As Too Many Pets? 

Is There Such A Thing As Too Many Pets? 

Pets are family. Studies show that at least 70% of us agree with that statement. Many of us would love to have as many pets as we can, saving them from a life in the shelter. It’s easy to remember that special moment when you met the furry love of your life, and it can […]

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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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Lost in Translation: Explaining Why (and How) Cats Purr 

Lost in Translation: Explaining Why (and How) Cats Purr 

Purring is arguably one of the most delightful ways cats have of communicating their deepest thoughts and feelings. Although purring tends to happen most often when cats are cozy, satisfied, and deeply content, there are other reasons that explain this feline-specific phenomenon. What’s more, it’s their special anatomy that allows them to make this pleasing […]

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A High Pressure Situation: Recognizing Glaucoma in Pets 

A High Pressure Situation: Recognizing Glaucoma in Pets 

Animals often aren’t very obvious when something is wrong with them. In fact, many times they go to great lengths to hide any sign of weakness as their survival instincts kick in. As a pet owner, it’s important to be vigilant about picking up on subtle signs of trouble. The pet professionals at Beverly Hills […]

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Feline Mysteries: Why Do Cats Meow? What Are They Saying? 

Feline Mysteries: Why Do Cats Meow? What Are They Saying? 

Contrary to popular belief, cats are excellent communicators! While we can certainly intuit what they are trying to say with head bumps, slow eye blinks, and a flicking tail, perhaps the most useful tool is a cat’s voice. They meow at us, or in our general direction, but what exactly are they saying? Again, we […]

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