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...
Hello Bothell Pet Hospital community, as the newest doctor at the practice I look forward to meeting you and your pets! I grew up in Olympia and Seattle in a household shared with a rabbit, a cat, birds, fish, lizards, a Brazilian tarantula and a dog. In 5th grade, I decided I...
Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that occurs worldwide and is emerging as a more common diagnosis in the Puget Sound area. It is caused by the spiral-shaped bacteria Leptospira, of which there are several serovars (strains) of significance. There are 8 main serovars that cause disease in dogs; meanwhile cats can...
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...
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 choose from. But are...
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...
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...
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...
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...
