While melanoma isn't a condition that pet parents typically worry about when it comes to their dogs, skin cancer actually poses a very real health threat to our four-legged friends. Today, our Santa Cruz vets discuss melanoma in dogs, and signs to watch for.
Pancreatic cancer is relatively rare in dogs, but it's important for pet parents to know the symptoms so that treatment can begin early in order to try and prevent or limit the spread of this disease. Here, our Santa Cruz vets discuss the types of pancreatic cancer seen in dogs.
Prolonged CRT can be a sign of several health issues, including dehydration, shock, anemia, and heart disease. But what is prolonged CRT, and what can it tell you about your dog's health? Today our Santa Cruz vets are here to answer these questions and more.
Our pets are curious, energetic creatures. But sometimes that sense of fun and adventure leads to accidents and injuries. Today, our Santa Cruz vets share a few pet first-aid tips and discuss what to do if your dog or cat gets injured.
There are 4 clearly defined stages to congestive heart failure in dogs. Today, our vets at Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists discuss the signs and stages of congestive heart failure, and what to expect when your dog reaches stage 4 of this condition.
Urinary blockages can be life-threatening for cats if not treated quickly. Our Santa Cruz vets often perform PU surgery to treat cats suffering from blockages. Below we share more information about this life-saving surgery.
Does your dog have a habit of eating things they shouldn't? If so, intestinal blockages (obstructions) are a very real concern. Here our Santa Cruz vets discuss the signs of intestinal blockages in dogs and the surgery that could save your pup's life.
Today our Santa Cruz vets explain a little about ear hematomas in cats and the surgery used to treat this condition.
FHO surgery can be an effective way to treat painful hip problems in smaller dogs. Here, our team of Santa Cruz veterinary surgeons discuss how FHO surgery could help to restore your dog's mobility and what's involved in this common surgical procedure.
Hip dysplasia is a painful condition in dogs characterized by the abnormal formation of one or both hips. Below, our Santa Cruz vets explain more about hip dysplasia in dogs, its symptoms and the surgeries used to treat this painful condition.
Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists is always accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about restoring good health to Santa Cruz companion animals. We are open 24/7 to provide your pet with care, whenever they need us.
