04AugAugust 4, 2016

All About Fleas – Part 2 of 2

In our last blog post, we discussed fleas with a focus on identification, transmission, and associated illnesses. If you missed it, please refer to "Fleas 101" for July 2016. This month we will focus more closely on prevention and treatment.

Thankfully flea treatments have come a long way...

03JulJuly 3, 2016

All About Fleas – Part 1 of 2

Ahhh, summer! What's better than a Western Washington summer, with our warm days and still enough moisture to keep our beautiful, lush greenery? We all love it, and so do our pets, but unfortunately, we have some unwelcome guests that love it too... Fleas!

Fleas thrive in warm, moist weather. Since...

19MarMarch 19, 2016

Lily Plants and Cats are a Toxic Combination

On one of our recent sunny days, Dr. Smith and her family were doing yard work when their kitty Splash decided to munch on the leaves of some daylily shoots that were coming up. Lily plants are highly toxic to cats: Easter lilies, daylilies, tiger lilies and other members of the Liliaceae...

01MarMarch 1, 2016

Updated Spay and Neuter Recommendations

By Dr. Kim Hsu, Bothell Pet Hospital

It has been said that practicing medicine is an art. Doctors continuously make recommendations that affect the health and well-being of their patients both short and long-term. The latest technology, new research findings, and owners’ resources all factor in to our...

02FebFebruary 2, 2016

Ear Infections (Otitis Externa) in a Dog or Cat

Image by German photographer Elke Vogelsang

It's time for a pop quiz! What is the number one reason for vet visits? If you said ear infections, you're right!

According to Veterinary Pet Insurance, this was the number one reason for canine vet visits in 2015. It also made the...

02DecDecember 2, 2015

Assessing and Treating Your Pet’s Oral Health

Here at Bothell Pet Hospital, we have a passion for practicing good veterinary medicine and a true desire to advance our dental skills.

Recently our technicians attended a dental seminar at the Animal Dental Training Center in Baltimore focused on oral health, assessment, radiology, and treatment. The seminar was taught by...

01NovNovember 1, 2015

Why Does My Dog or Cat Have Bad Breath?

Bad breath is not normal, and it is not just "something you have to put up" with if you have a pet. Bad breath is usually a sign of oral disease—approximately 70-80% of pets have signs of oral disease by age 3.

From Plaque to Tartar to Periodontal Disease

Plaque, a...

01JulJuly 1, 2015

Summer Safety Tips for your Pets

Did you know that on a 73 degree day, the inside of a car can reach temperatures up to 100 degrees in just 15 minutes?

Even when you are parked in the shade with the windows cracked, this can still happen. Pets left in vehicles can suffer heat stroke and death...

01MayMay 1, 2015

7 Facts about Medications for Dogs and Cats

Did you know that one acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablet can kill a cat? Or that giving ibuprofen to a dog can cause serious gastrointestinal side effects? Presented below are 7 important facts to know about medications administered to dogs and cats:

#1

Many medications and anesthetic agents we use are also used in...

01AprApril 1, 2015

Are You Ready For The Off-Leash Dog Park?

Photo of dogs enjoying Marymoor Park, courtesy of SODA (Save Our Dog Areas)

Dog parks are designed to provide a place where dogs can run free off-leash and socialize with other dogs. We are fortunate to live in an area that has several off-leash parks for us to...

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Barney and Teddy the Turkish Van kittens are on the prowl in their Halloween costumes. 🕷️🐉 Video credits go to their loving owner and our Client Care Coordinator Stephanie.

#BothellPetHospital #HalloweenKittens #VetLife #SeattleCats #CatsofHalloween

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Barney and Teddy the Turkish Van kittens are on the prowl in their Halloween costumes. 🕷️🐉 Video credits go to their loving owner and our Client Care Coordinator Stephanie.

#BothellPetHospital #HalloweenKittens #VetLife #SeattleCats #CatsofHalloween

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Eleanor, our CCC Andie`s toy poodle is ready to hop into Halloween today with her bunny costume. 🎃🐾 Remember to monitor candy, watch out for spooky decorations, and give your pets treats they can enjoy.

#BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients #PetSafety #DogsofHalloween #SeattleVeterinarian

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Eleanor, our CCC Andie's toy poodle is ready to hop into Halloween today with her bunny costume. 🎃🐾 Remember to monitor candy, watch out for spooky decorations, and give your pets treats they can enjoy.

#BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients #PetSafety #DogsofHalloween #SeattleVeterinarian

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Chaos lived up to his name wearing his bubble muzzle, but it`s a safer alternative for handling our feistier patients. 🐱🫧 It allows for a smoother process during exams and vaccines.

#BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients #PetSafety #CatsofInstagram #SeattleVeterinarian

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Chaos lived up to his name wearing his bubble muzzle, but it's a safer alternative for handling our feistier patients. 🐱🫧 It allows for a smoother process during exams and vaccines.

#BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients #PetSafety #CatsofInstagram #SeattleVeterinarian

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Maui the chihuahua mix got some reassuring cuddles from Dr. Kovar before his dental visit today! He stayed on his best behavior and has the pearly whites to prove it!

#PuppyLove #DogsOfSeattle #SeattleVeterinarian #BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients

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Maui the chihuahua mix got some reassuring cuddles from Dr. Kovar before his dental visit today! He stayed on his best behavior and has the pearly whites to prove it!

#PuppyLove #DogsOfSeattle #SeattleVeterinarian #BothellPetHospital #WeLoveOurPatients

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Aspen’s first vet visit was a success! 🐾 #WeLoveOurPatients #PuppyLove #BothellPetHospital #SeattleVeterinarian #FeatureFriday

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Happy Friday from Frainkie! He came in to see Dr. Kovar for his 2nd puppy visit and was a very good boy! 🐾⠀
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#FeatureFriday #PuppyLove #DogsOfSeattle #SeattleVeterinarian #BothellPetHospital⠀

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Happy Friday from Frainkie! He came in to see Dr. Kovar for his 2nd puppy visit and was a very good boy! 🐾⠀
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#FeatureFriday #PuppyLove #DogsOfSeattle #SeattleVeterinarian #BothellPetHospital⠀

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Say cheese! 😁 Clementine came in for her dental work and had us all smiling wide.

#SeattleVeterinarian #PatientSpotlight #VetMed #DentalWorkForDogs #BothellPetHospital

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Say cheese! 😁 Clementine came in for her dental work and had us all smiling wide.

#SeattleVeterinarian #PatientSpotlight #VetMed #DentalWorkForDogs #BothellPetHospital

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Shelby was a star for her first vet visit! 🌟 She’s growing so fast, look at those paws! 🐾

#FirstVetVisit #SeattleVeterinarian #YellowLabPuppy #LabsOfInstagram #BothellPetHospital

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Cat / Feline Health

Thankfully flea treatments have come a long way...

Ahhh, summer! What's better than a Western Washington summer, with our warm days and still enough moisture to keep our beautiful, lush greenery? We all love it, and so do our pets, but unfortunately, we have some unwelcome guests that love it too... Fleas!

On one of our recent sunny days, Dr. Smith and her family were doing yard work when their kitty Splash decided to munch on the leaves of some daylily shoots that were coming up. Lily plants are highly toxic to cats: Easter lilies, daylilies, tiger lilies and other members of the Liliaceae...

It has been said that practicing medicine is an art. Doctors continuously make recommendations that affect the health and well-being of their patients both short and long-term. The latest technology, new research findings, and owners’ resources all factor in to our...

It's time for a pop quiz! What is the number one reason for vet visits? If you said ear infections, you're right!

Here at Bothell Pet Hospital, we have a passion for practicing good veterinary medicine and a true desire to advance our dental skills.

Bad breath is not normal, and it is not just "something you have to put up" with if you have a pet. Bad breath is usually a sign of oral disease—approximately 70-80% of pets have signs of oral disease by age 3.

From Plaque to Tartar to Periodontal Disease

Did you know that on a 73 degree day, the inside of a car can reach temperatures up to 100 degrees in just 15 minutes?

Did you know that one acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablet can kill a cat? Or that giving ibuprofen to a dog can cause serious gastrointestinal side effects? Presented below are 7 important facts to know about medications administered to dogs and cats:

#1

Dog parks are designed to provide a place where dogs can run free off-leash and socialize with other dogs. We are fortunate to live in an area that has several off-leash parks for us to...