What Could Be Better Than Festive Pet Treats?

What Could Be Better Than Festive Pet Treats?

Inclusivity is at the core of our holiday traditions, but to uphold our pet’s health and safety, we have to exclude them from certain things. For example, a big family dinner brimming with fatty goodness simply isn’t good for our pets. Many pet owners respond to this by offering a plate of pet-safe foods, like […]

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What to Know About Cat Allergens and How to Prevent Them

What to Know About Cat Allergens and How to Prevent Them

Chances are you know someone who is allergic to cats—but did you know that cats can have allergies too? Allergies happen when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance and produces antibodies to attack an allergen. Unfortunately, sometimes this response can be harmful. 

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Pet Obesity and How It Affects Pet Health

Pet Obesity and How It Affects Pet Health

October 13 is Pet Obesity Awareness Day, and your friends at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates want to help you keep your pets in the best shape. From the food they eat to the amount of it they consume, keeping your pet at a healthy weight is essential for overall wellness. Here are some tips on […]

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Does Your Dog Have Dandruff? Here’s How to Fix It

Does Your Dog Have Dandruff? Here’s How to Fix It

Do flakes fly when you scratch your pooch? Just like humans, dogs can experience the discomfort (and unsightliness) of itchy, flaky dandruff. Officially known as seborrheic dermatitis, pet dandruff occurs when the sebaceous glands in your dog’s skin produce too much sebum. There are two forms of doggie dandruff: dry seborrhea and oily seborrhea. Dogs […]

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All About Pet Poop

All About Pet Poop

You can tell a lot about your pet’s health by paying attention to the little things. Besides looking at their coat quality, activity level, and muscle conditioning, watching their bathroom habits can hold a lot of valuable information. Pet poop can also hold a lot of secrets about your furry friend, and Beverly Hills Veterinary […]

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A Corner on the Couch: The Reality of Mental Illness in Pets

A Corner on the Couch: The Reality of Mental Illness in Pets

From the latest cute kitty meme circulating on the web to a hit movie starring talking dogs, it is easy to anthropomorphize animals. Oftentimes we assume that they experience the same emotions and thoughts that we do, although in most situations the jury is still out. One thing that we do recognize, however, is that […]

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New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Health and Happiness

New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Health and Happiness

Making changes is never easier than at the start of a new year. Sure, it can be a challenge to embark on a new running regimen in January (unless an indoor treadmill is available), but general resolutions can lead to great changes throughout the new year. When we make a list, set the stage for […]

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Pet Diabetes 101

Pet Diabetes 101

As one of the leading causes of death in the Unites States, there’s no doubt that diabetes is an epidemic in our country. The family pet is probably not who you think of when diabetes is mentioned, but unfortunately this serious condition extends to dogs and cats as well. In order to effectively prevent, diagnose […]

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