Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates’ Top Blogs of 2015

Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates’ Top Blogs of 2015

As we close out another amazing year, we want to take a moment to thank you for choosing Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates. We are blessed to partner with you in caring for your family member pet. Thank you. We are also excited to know how many of you have enjoyed our blog and several have […]

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‘Tis The Season for Holiday Pet Safety Tips

‘Tis The Season for Holiday Pet Safety Tips

We’ve had the honor of serving our community for over 30 years, and the lessons we’ve learned from each and every pet along the way are invaluable. We truly care about our clients and patients, and we want to ensure the holiday season is full of all the good stuff: gingerbread houses, snuggling with your […]

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You Are What You Eat: Paying Attention to Pet Food Labels

You Are What You Eat: Paying Attention to Pet Food Labels

For most pet owners, the quality of the food they are feeding their pets is a growing concern. From gluten-free and grain-free to organic, the trend in higher quality (and more expensive) pet food has many pet guardians confused about which product to choose. Is it true that carbs are bad for cats? Should dogs […]

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What’s in a Sample? The Importance of the Pet Urinalysis

What’s in a Sample? The Importance of the Pet Urinalysis

Urine isn’t very exciting to most people, but to your veterinarian it is fascinating. How much can you really learn from a urine sample? Keep reading to find out why your veterinarian thinks that the pet urinalysis is tops. The Nitty Gritty of the Pet Urinalysis We may recommend checking a urine sample on your […]

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Pet Diabetes 101

Pet Diabetes 101

As one of the leading causes of death in the Unites States, there’s no doubt that diabetes is an epidemic in our country. The family pet is probably not who you think of when diabetes is mentioned, but unfortunately this serious condition extends to dogs and cats as well. In order to effectively prevent, diagnose […]

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Preventing And Managing Obesity In Pets

Preventing And Managing Obesity In Pets

Obesity is no longer just a human problem. According to recent statistics, over half of all cats and dogs in the U.S. are overweight. Overweight pets are at risk for many of the same health problems as overweight humans such as arthritis, certain types of cancer, bone and organ issues, high blood pressure, and of […]

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Cool Weather and Our Pets

Cool Weather and Our Pets

The temps will drop soon, changing the landscape and our habits. Instead of laying out in our yards or playing at the park, we are instead raking leaves and plodding through the pumpkin patch. Not surprisingly, the fall and winter months present their own unique challenges for pet owners. Pets can suffer from extreme cold, […]

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Degenerative Joint Disease in Pets

Degenerative Joint Disease in Pets

As your cat or dog ages, he will become more susceptible to age-related conditions, such as arthritis. Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) – which includes arthritis and osteoarthritis – occurs when the cartilage between bones that forms the joints breaks down. This process can cause severe, chronic pain and lead to immobility over time, and is […]

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Dog-Gone: What to do When Your Pet is Missing

Dog-Gone: What to do When Your Pet is Missing

You’ve searched the closets and under the beds. You’ve walked the neighborhood calling his name, but still no sign of your pet. You may feel frozen or panicked with the knowledge that your pet is missing. And, how do you begin to try to find him? Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common. Even in […]

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Senior Pet Health and Wellness

Senior Pet Health and Wellness

There will come a time in nearly every pet’s life when age begins to compromise certain aspects of health and energy. You may start to notice that your pet is sleeping a bit more or has lost interest in those long walks he once held so dearly. Or, perhaps your senior pet has just been […]

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