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07Oct
The Fat Cat – Overweight Felines and What You Can Do
Current studies estimate that over 50% of cats in the US are overweight or obese. In fact, obesity is the most common nutritional disorder in our pet population.
Unfortunately, the problem often goes unrecognized by their caretakers. So is your cat overweight? Can you feel his ribs easily? Does...
02Sep
Adjusting to Life with a Senior Dog or Cat
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,...
04Aug
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...
03Jul
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...
19Mar
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...
01Mar
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...
02Feb
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...
02Dec
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...
01Nov
