It's normal for cats to breathe fast if they are anxious, overheated or exerting themselves playing, but if your cat is breathing rapidly while resting it could be a sign of a health problem. Here, our Santa Clarita vets discuss some causes of fast breathing in cats and when you should call your vet.
If you want to do all you can to ensure that your feline friend is returned to you if they get lost or stolen, then microchipping your cat is essential. Below, our Santa Clarita vets discuss the benefits of cat microchips and how they work.
Is your dog panting heavily even though they haven't been playing or exercising? Our Santa Clarita vets share some possible reasons for excessive dog panting and when you should be concerned.
The thyroid is responsible for releasing hormones that regulate many processes within your cat's body. If thyroid hormone levels become too high, (hyperthyroidism), your cat is at risk of developing a number of serious health issues. Today our Santa Clarita vets explain hyperthyroidism in cats and how a modified diet can be beneficial.
Are you considering getting your own pet green or blue iguana? If so it's time to start researching and preparing yourself for iguana ownership. Today, our Santa Clarita vets discuss what you need to know before adopting an Iguana lizard as a pet.
Dehydration can cause a number of serious health problems in cats, so it's important to ensure that your feline friend stays well hydrated. If your cat won't drink water these tips from our Santa Clarita vets may help to explain why your cat won't drink and what you can do to help.
Is your dog lethargic and not eating with their normal enthusiasm? They might have a fever. Here, our Santa Clarita vets provide advice on how to tell if your dog has a fever and what you should do to help your dog feel better.
While some pet emergencies are easily recognized, other conditions requiring urgent veterinary care are often less obvious and harder to spot. Our Santa Clarita vets share some situations that require emergency vet care.
Our feline friends adore playing with strings, ribbons and rubber bands but unfortunately, they sometimes get the urge to eat these items, making intestinal blockage surgery for cats surprisingly common. Our Santa Clarita vets explain more about intestinal blockage surgery for cats including cost and recovery.
When other common causes are ruled out, but litterbox trouble persists, it could be a sign that your cat is suffering from histiocytic ulcerative colitis. Our Santa Clarita vets explain how this rare condition in cats can be diagnosed and treated.
