Not So Sweet: The Dangers of Xylitol in Pets

Not So Sweet: The Dangers of Xylitol in Pets

When you toss a special morsel to your four-legged, it’s important to be sure that your treat of choice is a safe one. Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates knows that it can be challenging to keep track of what you can and can’t feed your pet. Some things, like chocolate, are an obvious pass, while others […]

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The New You: Can Owning a Cat Can Make You Healthier?

The New You: Can Owning a Cat Can Make You Healthier?

Dog owners have long known and enjoyed the theory that their dogs can help them live longer, healthier lives. From their constant companionship to supporting the daily need for vigorous exercise, dogs help people achieve their fullest, most satisfying lives. Cats, on the other hand, have a reputation for being aloof. Seemingly disinterested in the […]

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New Year, New Resolutions for Pet Owners

New Year, New Resolutions for Pet Owners

With a new year upon us, it’s natural for our thoughts to turn toward ways we can improve our lives. Becoming the best pet owner we can be may not be the most obvious choice for a New Year’s resolution, but even small improvements can have a profound impact on both you and your pet. […]

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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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Pet-Centered Holiday Movies to Enjoy with Your Furry Loved One

Pet-Centered Holiday Movies to Enjoy with Your Furry Loved One

Shorter days, freezing temps, and snowy nights create the perfect excuse to stay in and watch your favorite holiday movie! Your pet would probably agree that a little couch time is in order, so why not make it a communal affair by choosing a film for both the two and four-legged members of the family? […]

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Why a Mix Can Be Better: Adopting a Mutt

Why a Mix Can Be Better: Adopting a Mutt

Affectionately termed a mutt, a mongrel, or a Heinz-57 (because they have a little of everything), a dog of mixed breed is definitely not a lesser kind of dog. A mutt can be just as smart, loving, and beautiful as a purebred dog. And what’s more, he’s got a unique look all his own. Still, […]

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Fall Pet Foreign Objects: Avoiding an Awful Autumn

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 […]

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Expert Advice: How to Remove a Tick From Your Pet

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 […]

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Talking Turkey: Thanksgiving Dinner and Pets

Talking Turkey: Thanksgiving Dinner and Pets

Thanksgiving is the holiday of gratitude and spending time pondering the things we are blessed with in our lives. Among the top of our list of things to be grateful for: our pets, of course! With 70% of pet owners considering their pets to be family, we’re sure you’re including your pets in the holiday […]

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