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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One of the most stressful situations you might experience is a veterinary emergency involving your pet. Here, our La Mesa vets explain what to do if your cat or dog begins choking and how to manage this pet emergency.
Rabies is one of the most common and preventable deadly diseases among cats in the US. Our La Mesa vets share some information about the spread of rabies in cats, the signs of infection and prevention with routine pet vaccinations.
Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of La Mesa companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
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