The doctors at Bothell Pet Hospital will often recommend a procedure that involves anesthesia. We frequently hear questions from worried clients regarding the safety of their dog or cat “going under.” While there are potential risks, current advances in technology and knowledge enable us to provide a safer anesthetic experience. In this...
Do you have a dog with arthritis? If you do, or even if you have a dog that just seems to be "slowing down," you are going to love the news we have about a new medication available! The veterinary world is very excited about a brand-new class of medication...
While we try to emphasize the importance of pet dental health throughout the year, February gives us an opportunity to highlight specific aspects of dental assessment, treatment and preventative care. Good oral health is more than just a pretty smile. Poor dental hygiene can put your pet’s health at risk. Did you...
Is my dog just getting old (or could there be something else going on)??? Have you noticed that your middle aged or older dog is starting to slow down? Is he lethargic, maybe panting more, getting up at night to urinate? Drinking more water, have thinning fur, and a pot belly?...
As many of you know, I have been volunteering with World Vets for the past several years. The organization operates in over 45 countries on 6 continents. Their mission is to “improve the health and well-being of animals by providing veterinary aid and training in developing countries and by providing...
We like to say around here at Bothell Pet Hospital that, "Old age is not a disease!" While we would never treat an animal based on its age alone, the reality is that the health of dogs and cats can change as they get older. Just like in people, there...
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 from the days...
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 we...
By Naomi Keiper DVM One of the more common reasons for dogs to visit the veterinarian is itchy skin. Pruritus (itch) can be a frustrating condition for both owners and veterinarians due its many complex underlying causes and the challenges in achieving adequate control in some dogs. Every patient presenting for itch...
Anxiety and stress related problems are unfortunately quite common in dogs and cats. Thankfully, Bothell Pet Hospital has some solutions that might help you and your pet cope with this problem more effectively. Some of the common causes of stress may include: Insufficient socialization Inadequate training or care Loud noises such as fireworks...
