One of your veterinarian’s primary goals is to prevent your pet from getting an infectious disease that is preventable by vaccination. There are vaccines available for both cats and dogs that are essential in preventing many different illnesses. A physical examination of your pet, and a discussion about your pet’s individual lifestyle will help determine…
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is not one particular problem, but rather, it describes a group of clinical symptoms that may have more than one possible cause. What are the symptoms of FLUTD? Clinical signs of Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease include: Frequent urination or visits to the litterbox Bloody or cloudy urine Straining to…
Taking a little time for prevention during the holiday season can help keep our pets safe. Here are a few safety reminders to help prevent the unwanted emergency trip to the vet: Electrical cords and light strings can be appealing to our pets. Keep them secured and out of reach to avoid potentially lethal electrical shock, or…
By Dr. Kim Hsu The mere mention of “cancer” often conjures thoughts of angst, fear, and grief. Unfortunately, at Bothell Pet Hospital, as in most veterinary clinics, we deal with cancer on a daily basis. Often times it seems as if everyone knows someone who is fighting cancer, if not actually dealing with it themselves.…
While we all look forward to the holiday season, filled with family, friends and feasts, a few precautions can help ensure our pets are thankful too. Check out the following tips to ensure a Happy Thanksgiving for all: If you decide to feed your pet a little bit of turkey, make sure it is cooked…
Your pets are important members of your family and they depend on you for their safety and well-being. Being prepared with a disaster plan that includes your pets can reduce stress, and even save their lives during an unexpected emergency. Whether you decide to stay at home, or if you need to evacuate to a…
If you’ve been in our office lately, you might have overheard us using the ‘F’ word… that dreaded four letter word that makes us all cringe: Flea! With autumn just around the corner, many people believe that flea season is just about over. Unfortunately, this is not the case. A warm spring or fall can extend the…
Diabetes Mellitus is the second most common endocrine disease in cats. The disease affects the pancreas, which is located along the stomach and small intestine. The pancreas has two different types of cells. One group secretes enzymes necessary for proper digestion, and the other group, called beta-cells, releases insulin hormone into the bloodstream to regulate blood sugar. (Image…
Heatstroke (also known as “hyperthermia”) can be a life-threatening condition and as such, it requires immediate treatment. . . Heatstroke occurs when a pet’s body absorbs more heat than it is able to release and the pet’s internal temperature increases above normal levels. A dog’s normal body temperature is 101.0- 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Pets that are…
When Spring arrives, many of us are anxious to get outdoors and and start working hard to clean up our yards, plant gardens and create a beautiful landscape for the warmer months ahead. By being aware of potential hazards in the outdoors we can keep our pets safe from accidental poisonings and help avoid the…