Pet Services

During the annual health exam for your cat or dog vaccines are likely to be discussed. Do you know what vaccines you pet is being given? Do you know why is your vet recommending particular vaccines? The careful veterinarian knows that vaccines are not without risk and will choose only the...

Most pet owners are familiar with the term “kennel cough” in dogs. Specifically, kennel cough is an infectious tracheobronchitis caused primarily by bacteria called Bordetella bronchiseptica, but other microorganisms may be involved as well, including some viruses. Cats can also be susceptible...

We’ve all heard the phrase “doggie breath.” That loving pup that perches at the side of your bed in the morning, tongue hanging out, wafting a toxic plume of odoriferous smell over your sleeping face. Phew! The sad truth is that dogs and cats refuse to brush their teeth. I’ve tried. I’ve set...

A non-profit humane organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of homeless dogs, has several dogs for adoption. MAX Our big beautiful Doberman Pinscher Max is looking for a foster home. This gentle giant was left at a boarding facility by his family where he lived for 2 years...

If you have pets you may have noticed that ever since the pandemic hit, wait times at your veterinarian have been much longer than usual. You may have also experienced some challenges even getting an appointment. Why is this? What changed? Well, many things are going on behind the scenes that...

Join us for our Vet Pantry Open House on February 22 from 11 am to 2 pm. We will have cooking demos. You will be able to meet JustFoodForDogs Nutrition Team. The first 50 parents will get a free swag bag.For pet parents seeking a convenient way to shop fresh whole-food meals for dogs look, no...

With all that’s being talked about in the news about healthcare for people, and without getting into that debate, I thought it would be good to mention a few things about pet insurance coverage. There are several companies offering pet health insurance coverage. They each offer a variety of...

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day seem to go hand in hand, and although we may love chocolate, it is not good for our pets. The toxic components from chocolate are caffeine and theobromine, which are methylated xanthine alkaloids from the plant. These methylxanthines are quickly absorbed and enter...

A non-profit humane organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of homeless dogs, has several dogs for adoption. HOLLYHolly needs a hiking partner! This beautiful 5 year old German (aka Standard) Pinscher mix has had a pretty rough go. She was adopted as a puppy, then returned to...

Born and raised on a farm in India, Dr. Grewal has been around animals since he was a child. He graduated from Punjab Agricultural University and later moved to the U.S., where he completed his clinical training at the University of Missouri, Columbia. He began his career in veterinary medicine...

Most people don’t realize that taking care of their pet’s teeth is just as important as taking care of their own. Just like with humans, dental disease in pets can lead to disease elsewhere in the body such as the heart, liver and kidneys. 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have some level of dental...

We face a feline obesity epidemic today in our society. As little as 2 pounds of excess weight can put your cat up to three times the risk for contracting type II diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, joint injuries and urinary tract disease. Obese cats have a significantly shorter lifespan when...

Pets often are diagnosed with “allergies”. The causes of pet allergies vary from food-induced, to environmental (seasonal), to insect bites and other pests like fleas, ticks, and mites. Many times, the reaction is a one-time occurrence. However, some pets may have a predisposition to developing...

Leptospirosis is a bacteria found in the urine of infected wild animals. Dogs can be exposed to that infected urine by swimming or drinking from streams, creeks, and ponds. Dogs can also be infected if the bacteria enters broken skin or through the mucous membranes (eyes, nose, and mouth). The...

A non-profit humane organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of homeless dogs, has several dogs for adoption. JACKSON“I was surrendered to the Palmdale Animal Shelter by my family because of medical issues and my age. I am a low-key 12-year-old senior and do have pretty bad...