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 diagnostic and treatment...
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 top 10 for...
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...
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 sticky...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
