Canine parvovirus is one of the vaccinations that every puppy should receive. Failing to vaccinate your puppy or having your dog improperly vaccinated puts them at risk of contracting this dangerous disease.

Foxtail seeds can get stuck in dogs’ fur, between their toes, in their ears, up their noses, in and around their mouths, and even on their eyelids. Left unattended, errant foxtails stuck to a dog can cause serious damage.

With the August 21st solar eclipse soon approaching we are told not to look at it without special glasses. This is because the sun sends powerful UV rays towards the earth which are most powerful when looking directly at the sun, on any day, not just during the eclipse. The UV…

Summer Parasites that “bug” Your Pet and Advice from Your Vet in Chula Vista! Fun& sun but for your pet it is parasite season. Fleas – When a flea gets on your pet, it bites your pet every 10 minutes. Depending on the product, the topical flea medication takes 45min…

HEAT can kill your pet Summer…Beach, barbecues, errands, and shopping for barbecues, fun. Taking your pet with you seems like a good Idea and companion on the errands. Look harder at the stats. Point 1; did you know that a parked car outside at 78.F will get to 100-120.F in…

Pacific Pet Hospital in Chula Vista, Ca discuses Fleas, Ticks and Worm medications. The daunting challenge for owners of what products to use to protect their pets from fleas, ticks, and worms. Here is the vast array of products ; Dogs; K-9 Advantix 11, Advantage Multi, Advantage, Vectra 3D, Comfortis,…

Pacific Pet Hospital in Chula Vista Helps Owners Find Lost Pets Panic, fear, helplessness. When you first realize your pet is missing it is a combination of all these feelings. One in four pets will go missing or become lost according to the ASPCA. The one major thing you have…