Is your dog’s barking creating havoc in the home? Have your neighbors complained about the ruffing ruckus? You’re not alone. Barking is a common problem among canines. Dog barking is an innate communication method that conveys many messages. While barking is a natural dog behavior, its motivations and meanings can be complex and multifaceted. Understanding [...]
Your pet may be sweet, loving, and gentle most of the time, but other times they might be less than perfect. Pet behavior problems, such as spraying or destructive chewing, are familiar yet challenging. You may wonder why your pet is "acting up" and want nothing more than for them to be the angel you [...]
Although cats have been domesticated for millennia, their antics and behaviors may strike people as unusual and mysterious. One such behavior that can sometimes catch cat owners off guard is drooling. While the behavior may seem unnatural or alarming at first, cats drool for several reasons, and our Valley Center Veterinary Clinic team explains why [...]
Our pets are curious and mischievous and often sniff out items that can cause toxicity or injury. While our homes provide comfort and security for our pets, they can also harbor a variety of hidden dangers that pose serious risks to their health. As devoted caretakers of our beloved furry friends, ensuring their safety and [...]
Your wonderful pet means the world to you, and if something is causing them pain, you want to know right away. Pets usually hide ill health signs until a condition becomes advanced. Your pet’s stoic behavior is instinctual, because, in the wild, sickness and injury would alert predators to their vulnerability. To help ensure your [...]
Dental health is an important aspect of cats’ and dogs’ well-being, but dental care is often overlooked. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, a good time to assess your four-legged friend’s oral health and hygiene. Our Valley Center Veterinary Clinic team takes the mystery out of your pet’s mouth health by providing tips on [...]
Visiting the veterinarian can be a daunting experience for your pet and you. Every pet is unique and may struggle with different veterinary experience fears. Therefore, you should prepare your pet for a trip to the veterinarian based on their specific personality and needs. Our team at Valley Center Veterinary Clinic shares six tips to [...]
Owning a pet is one of life's greatest joys, but this delight comes with a great deal of responsibility. Ensuring your pet remains healthy and happy throughout their life requires regular wellness and preventive care. Our team at Valley Center Veterinary Clinic shares five ways to keep your pet healthy. #1: Spay or neuter your [...]
Eye diseases can threaten your pet’s vision and can be a source of acute or chronic pain or discomfort. Although your pet’s eyes work similarly to your own, the eye disorders that affect your pet may be different and unfamiliar. The Valley Center Veterinary Clinic team shares the most common eye diseases in dogs and [...]
All animals can benefit from enrichment (i.e., the process of making their environment more stimulating and interesting). Enrichment has many benefits, including reducing stress, boredom, and behavior problems, and the chance of cognitive dysfunction development. Humans can seek out our own enrichment and stimulate our brains in many ways, but pets need their owner’s help. [...]