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Noise Phobias Beyond Fireworks: Thunderstorms, Appliances, and Solutions

Helping Pets With Sound Sensitivity: From Household Noises to Thunder There is nothing quite as heartbreaking as watching your normally happy dog or cat suddenly turn into a shaking, hiding mess when a thunderstorm rolls through, or even when the blender kicks on for your morning smoothie. For many pet owners, managing noise sensitivity is [...]

Alopecia in Dogs & Cats: Endocrine vs. Dermatologic Causes

Hormones, Allergies, or Parasites? Solving the Mystery of Pet Hair Loss Have you noticed that your cat seems to be meticulously licking one spot on their side until the hair is thin, or maybe your dog has symmetrical bald patches on their belly that weren't there last week? Seeing thinning hair or actual bald spots, [...]

Tear Staining, Saliva Staining

Why Pets Get Tear Stains and Saliva Stains: What They Mean and What Actually Helps If your dog or cat has reddish-brown streaks under their eyes or discolored fur on their paws and chin, you're definitely not alone. Those marks, known as tear stains and saliva stains, are one of the most common cosmetic concerns [...]

Joint-Support Nutrition: Omega-3s, GLM, and Collagen

Joint Supplements That Actually Work: Glucosamine, Omega-3s, Green-Lipped Mussel, and More You've probably noticed it: your dog takes a little longer to get up in the morning, or your cat doesn't leap onto the counter like they used to. Maybe walks are getting shorter, or your pet seems stiff after a nap. These small changes [...]

Choosing Pet Insurance: What’s Covered and How to Compare

The Smart Pet Parent's Guide to Choosing Insurance Coverage Many pet owners start thinking about insurance after an unexpected bill, while others begin the search as soon as they welcome a new puppy or kitten. At Valley Center Veterinary Clinic, we hear the same questions every day: What does pet insurance cover? How do deductibles [...]

Senior Screening: Blood Pressure, Thyroid, and X-Rays

Age Is Not a Disease: How Early Detection Improves Senior Pet Outcomes Preventive screening turns senior care from crisis response into proactive health. Measuring blood pressure can prevent emergencies. Checking thyroid function catches imbalances before they strain the heart or metabolism. X-rays can reveal arthritis so we can manage pain early. These tests cost far [...]

Body Condition Score: How to Score and Why It Matters

Five Steps to Assess Your Pet's Weight: Body Condition Scoring Made Simple Noticing subtle changes in your pet's shape can be an important early clue about overall health, and body condition scoring offers a practical, hands-on way to understand what those changes mean. At Valley Center Veterinary Clinic, we use Body Condition Scoring, often called [...]

Holiday Safety Tips

Happy Holidays, Healthy Pets: Essential Safety Tips for the Season You’ve finally decorated the tree, the house smells like pine and baked goods, and your dog is already eyeing the ornaments- or your cat is batting at the twinkling lights. The holidays bring joy and warmth, but they also introduce new hazards for our four-legged [...]

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