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As Kennel Cough is a highly contagious respiratory infection for our canine companions, please take a few moments to read about signs, symptoms, and when to know it's time to take your pet to the vet's office.

The 4th of July can mean fun, food, friends, and fireworks for people, but it can feel more like a scary alien invasion for our pets! In fact, July 5th is the busiest day of the year for animal shelters, which fill up quickly with animals who panic and flee the bright lights and loud noises of holiday celebrations. Make July 4th a pet-riotic holiday by following these steps for a stress-free day for both you and your fur kids. 

National Pet Hydration Awareness Month was established to address the often-overlooked issue of pet dehydration. Introduced by PetSafe, this annual observance aims to raise awareness about the importance of consistent hydration for our furry companions, particularly during the scorching month of July.

There’s a pretty ostentatious pet holiday coming up. June 24th is Cat World Domination Day!

Cancer can affect pets just as it does humans. Statistics estimate that one in four dogs and one in five cats will develop cancer in their lifetime. The diagnosis can be daunting, but early detection and understanding of the risk factors can significantly improve the prognosis.

Your veterinarian most likely recommends a heartworm preventative for your dog at your annual preventive care visit. So why the push? Why is heartworm prevention a key component of maintaining your pet’s health? Here are some specifics on heartworms and why giving your dog that monthly dose is important.

Why is snail bait bad for dogs? 

For this month’s article, we polled our technicians to see what are some commonly asked questions they get from pet owners. One of the questions they get asked a lot is: how much should I be feeding my pet...

Wolves and coyotes in the wild eat bones, so it is a common thought that our pet dogs can also eat bones. Thankfully, most owners are aware of the dangers of cooked bones, especially chicken bones, for example.

We at Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care are very fortunate to have Dr. Matt Liang on our team of experienced veterinarians!