Pet Services

While it may seem like a fun idea to get your children a real Easter bunny or chick, please do your research and do no impulse buy. According to the Humane Society of Utah, “within the first few weeks of Easter, an estimated 30% of all Easter ‘pets’ die and another 60% to 70% are abandoned or...

Seasonal allergies are one of the most common skin disorders in dogs. Allergies are an inherited allergic reaction to allergens, including pollens, molds, and other irritants. Affected dogs also have certain areas of the body where they are more susceptible, perhaps where the skin is thin on...

One of the most common questions I hear as a veterinarian is, “Do we really need to come in if my pet seems fine?” My answer is always yes—and spring is the perfect time to explain why.Preventive care isn’t about waiting for something to go wrong; it’s about staying ahead of problems before...

As everyone starts to enjoy the celebrations of Spring and Easter we must not forget that our pets may think all the goodies that become available during this time, is also for them to enjoy. Likewise, after the holidays, many foods are still around, and care should be taken to keep pets...

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Spring is a great time to be active with you pets. Spring brings warmer weather, more outdoor time, and new seasonal risks for pets as well. A few simple precautions can help keep dogs and cats healthy and happy during this time of year.Spring cleaning products can be harmful to pets. Keep...

Living in California, we face natural disasters such as wildfires, earthquakes and mud slides, while the east coast gets tornadoes, hurricanes and flooding. No matter where you live, it is important to have a plan to get yourself and your pets to safety in the event of a natural disaster....

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...

Even here in Southern California, winter brings colder temperatures and cozy moments, but it also comes with added risks for our dogs and cats. Taking a few extra precautions during the colder months can help keep your pets safe, healthy, and comfortable.Cold weather can be especially hard on...

Hypothyroidism is the most common metabolic disease seen in dogs. It is a disease process which results from decreased thyroid hormone production by the thyroid glands. It is most common in middle aged to senior dogs, but can occasionally occur in younger dogs. Some clinical signs of the...

Grain-free diets have been the trendy diet for dogs for the past several years. Marketing tactics have convinced owners that grain-free is somehow better. New research, however, is showing that the grain-free and very limited ingredient, or “boutique” brand foods may be leading to heart disease...

Many orthopedic conditions affect pets, and most can be fixed in one or more ways. It might be a simple fracture that requires internal or external fixation. The same is true of conditions affecting the joints, where damage to the cartilage may lead to osteoarthritis and the inability to walk...

At Copper Hill Animal Clinic, we absolutely understand how difficult it is to maintain a healthy weight in a pet who gazes up at us so beseechingly while we eat something particularly aromatic at the dinner table. How could it hurt to give one sliver of chicken, a crust of bread, or a spoonful...

If you’ve ever wrestled your cat into a carrier or coaxed a nervous senior dog into the car, you know that vet visits can be stressful—for both pets and their people. That’s where mobile veterinary care offers a kinder, more convenient alternative.At-home vet visits allow your pet to be...

All owners want to make sure that their pets are comfortable; however most owners don’t know what signs to watch for in order to know if their pets are experiencing pain. Most think that if their pet is not crying out or whimpering then they are not painful, but this is not the case. Dogs, and...