The first thing to know about Halloween is that it breaks your pets’ routine – and they hate that. If you keep that in mind as you plan your celebration you'll be much happier, said Julie Bank, president and CEO of Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA, California. "Dogs...

Limber tail syndrome in dogs When your dog is happy, his tail is likely wagging. When he’s feeling threatened or aggressive, it might be rigid. When he’s scared, he could tuck it between his hind legs. His tail helps him stay balanced when he’s moving around on land,...

First Aid for Your Pet What’s the worst thing that could happen during an emergency? Not knowing what to do during the emergency. While many of us have an emergency preparedness plan for our families, we often fail to think about what Fido and Fluffy might need during...

Foods Your Feline Should Avoid Cats can be finicky eaters, so once they show interest in something, many pet owners will stick with it. There are a few foods, however, you should avoid feeding to your feline friend, and some might surprise you. Tuna A cat fed a steady...

Is Your Dog in Pain? They say dogs are “man’s best friend,” and if your best friend were feeling pain, wouldn’t you want to do everything you could to alleviate it? Our team at Animal Emergency Hospital put together a list of a few signs that might indicate your...

How Monitoring Equipment Keeps Your Pet Safe During Anesthesia Animal Emergency Hospital understands that many pet owners worry about putting their beloved companion under anesthesia, whether for an elective procedure, or a life-saving surgery. However, our entire...

Cat Parent Problems If you have a cat, chances are good that you’ve asked yourself 'why is my cat throwing up' from time to time. But how much vomiting is normal for a cat? When should your cat’s vomiting become a cause for concern? Why does my cat vomit? If your cat...

Canine Bloat Do you know which dog breeds have the highest risk of bloat? But first, what is bloat? Gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, occurs when a dog’s stomach becomes blocked, and gas and fluid accumulate, causing the stomach to stretch to many...

Your pet likely wants to give you a lot of love, cuddles, and kisses, but they don't mean to give you parasites! Zoonotic parasites can be transmitted from pets to people. Learn more about how your pets come to get these pests and a few common examples of them.  Some...

Heartworm disease has been diagnosed in dogs in all 50 states, yet a few misconceptions still circulate about this parasitic condition. The best way to keep your furry friend safe from this disease transmitted through mosquito bites is to separate fact from fiction....