Whiz Kid: Why Does My Dog Pee When Excited?

Whiz Kid: Why Does My Dog Pee When Excited?

Those of us who have cared for dogs over the years, know that the occasional accident will happen. In puppies and young dogs, peeing can spontaneously occur when they get too riled up or excited, as they don’t have total bladder control. If you have been dealing with pee spots on the rug when your […]

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Tips to Calm an Anxious Pet Before Going to the Vet

Tips to Calm an Anxious Pet Before Going to the Vet

Most pets don’t really relish the idea of going for their annual wellness checkups or other veterinary visits. But these checkups are crucial for their ongoing health and well-being, and to catch any possible disease or illness in their early stages. If your pet gets anxious easily, he or she may run under the bed […]

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Is It Time to Teach Your Pet Tricks?

Is It Time to Teach Your Pet Tricks?

The animals we share our lives with bring so much to the proverbial table. They inspire us to exercise and socialize more, and their very nearness and companionship adds to our well-being. The fact that they can be trained to do certain things for us is like icing on the cake. We’re not just talking […]

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Help, My Dog Thinks He’s the Boss! Dominance Behavior in Dogs

Help, My Dog Thinks He’s the Boss! Dominance Behavior in Dogs

Dogs may be (wo)man’s best friend, but sometimes the friendship needs a little work. Just like any relationship, things aren’t always naturally perfect from the beginning. Dominance behavior in dogs is definitely one of those things that can affect your interaction with your furry friend, but Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates can help you to keep […]

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Shame or Fear? Do Dogs Feel Guilt?

Shame or Fear? Do Dogs Feel Guilt?

If your dog has ever knocked over the trash can or stolen that last piece of chicken off of your plate, they might have looked pretty guilty upon receiving a scolding for their bad behavior.  Many pet owners (and viral video viewers) believe that dogs feel guilt when they know their humans are unhappy. Do […]

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What Could Possibly Explain Why Your Dog Licks Your Ears?

What Could Possibly Explain Why Your Dog Licks Your Ears?

Some dogs are quirkier than others, but the fact remains: all dogs are a little…weird. Of course, this is part of why people love them so much. They keep us guessing and thoroughly entertained day in and day out.  While many of their behaviors can be off-putting, some are just perplexing. If your dog licks […]

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Frugal Pet Ownership: Is it Possible?

Frugal Pet Ownership: Is it Possible?

There’s no doubt that pet ownership can be expensive. Pet owners, as a whole, will spend an estimated $99 billion on food, treats, veterinary care, grooming, boarding, and more by the end of 2020. Saving money on pet ownership is possible, but it takes a proactive approach and a willingness to put in a little […]

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Winter Pet Activities That Make Time Fly

Winter Pet Activities That Make Time Fly

Many of us are hunkered down at home and will be for the foreseeable future, with more time on our hands than we’re used to. With a long winter on the horizon, this stretch of time can feel unmanageable – especially if you have a pet to entertain. The good news is that winter pet […]

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May I Have a Lick? Why Dogs Lick Ears

May I Have a Lick? Why Dogs Lick Ears

If you are a dog lover, you have likely conceded that our canine friends have some quirky and often icky tendencies. Many of these behaviors are not because dogs are just weird, though. They tend to come from some force of nature that has made these habits evolutionarily or socially beneficial.  Why dogs lick ears […]

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Nuts and Mutts: What to Know About Dogs and Nuts

Nuts and Mutts: What to Know About Dogs and Nuts

Whether it’s stuffed into a Kong, baked into a dog biscuit, or simply licked off a spoon, there’s no denying that dogs love peanut butter. Peanut butter is generally accepted as a safe, albeit calorie-heavy, snack for dogs, but what about other nut butters, and nuts themselves? The team at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates wants […]

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