6 Benefits of Pet Wellness Plans

6 Benefits of Pet Wellness Plans

Are you wondering why more and more pet parents are signing up for wellness plans? Today, our La Mesa vets share some of the benefits of wellness plans for your beloved canine companion or feline friend.

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How to Raise a Puppy: Guide for the First Year

How to Raise a Puppy: Guide for the First Year

Choosing to share your life with a canine companion can be an incredible adventure but it is important to know what to expect as they grow. Today, our La Mesa vets talk about how to raise a puppy and offer a guide to the things you should know.

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Newborn Kittens: When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

Newborn Kittens: When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

Cats are one of the most common family pets and many families choose to raise their new cat from when it is a kitten. Today, our La Mesa vets talk about caring for a newborn kitten and when you can expect them to open their eyes.

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Kitten's First Vet Visit: What to Expect

Kitten's First Vet Visit: What to Expect

It's a happy day when you bring home a new fluffy friend. But make sure you're scheduling your first veterinary appointment, as well as routine exams going forward. To help you prepare, our La Mesa vets discuss what to expect while you are attending your kitten's first vet visit.

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Dog Hip Dysplasia Surgery

Dog Hip Dysplasia Surgery

Sometimes the hips of a dog may not form properly while developing, this can lead to painful conditions such as hip dysplasia. Here, our La Mesa vets share some information about hip dysplasia in dogs, its symptoms and what treatment options are available including pet surgery. 

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How to Take Care of a Kitten: Complete Guide

How to Take Care of a Kitten: Complete Guide

When you are caring for a newborn kitten there are lots of things you will need to know, especially if they don't have a mother. Today our La Mesa vets share a guide on how you can take care of a baby kitten that doesn't have a mother, what can go wrong as well as when you should take them to the vet for the first time.

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Ear Hematoma Surgery in Cats

Ear Hematoma Surgery in Cats

Sometimes our cats experience injuries or health issues that result in unexpected conditions such as ear hematomas (blood blisters) that may require veterinary intervention to treat. Today, our La Mesa vets discuss ear hematomas in cats, what the causes are and how they are commonly treated.

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Dog Intestinal Blockage Surgery

Dog Intestinal Blockage Surgery

If you own a dog then you know that sometimes they can't help but chew on things that they shouldn't. Unfortunately, this can also lead to them swallowing objects and can cause serious issues. Today, our La Mesa vets talk about how intestinal blockages occur and how we can help save your dog's life with surgery.

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Dog Knee Surgery For Torn Ligaments

Dog Knee Surgery For Torn Ligaments

If your dog is suffering from a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL/ACL) your vet may recommend surgery to repair the damage and get your dog up and running again. Here our La Mesa vets share 3 surgery options for treating this common knee injury in dogs.

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Cat Hernia Surgery

Cat Hernia Surgery

While they are uncommon, hernias in cats do occur from time to time. In this post, our La Mesa vets discuss the various types of hernias in cats and what you can expect during and after surgery to repair this condition.

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