In Case of an Emergency:
In the event of an emergency during our normal office hours please call ahead if possible and proceed directly to our practice.

For after hour emergencies, we advise that you contact the pet emergency center shown below.
C.A.R.E.  (California Animal Referral & Emergency)
(805) 899-2273

Directions

Below are links to other websites that you might find helpful and informative.  We cannot be responsible for, nor do we necessarily endorse, the content or opinions expressed within these websites belonging to others. 

• Veterinary Support Personnel Network 
  This site is for employees of veterinary hospitals and animal care facilities. It has a lot of valuable resources for animal health care workers around the world.
• Heartworm Society  
  Everything you wanted to know about Heartworms can be found on this site.
• Behavior problems  
  Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling authors and recognized experts on animal training and behavior, this site is a terrific resource for advice on a variety of behavioral problems. If you want to learn more about feline house soiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
• Chronic renal failure in cats 
  For owners whose cats have chronic renal failure, this site explains the disease, treatment options, and even lists feline kidney transplant centers. If your cat has CRF, this will be an invaluable resource for you.
• Dog and cat anatomy
  Have you ever wanted to know what the inside of a dog or a cat looks like? You will find terrific full-color illustrations of dog and cat anatomy here, which can help you to understand a pet's illness or injuries.
• Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
  We have all experienced the pain of losing a pet. The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement has set up this site for support during this most difficult time. You will find inspirational stories, grief counselling resources, hotline number and many other resources.
• Shiva's Center for the Human-Animal Bond
  Provides education, guidance and support for pet-loving families as they cope with the devastating loss of their companion animal.  Support group meets in Santa Barbara, CA.
• Pet Grief Support
  This Pasadena-based group is designed for those who have experienced, or anticipate experiencing, the loss of their pet.  There is no charge to attend the group.  Web site provides dates and times of meetings in Pasadena, CA.
• Pet Loss Support Hotline
  The compassionate people who staff the Pet Loss Support Hotline understand the emotional attachment people can form with animals of any kind.  When a beloved animal dies, is in failing health, is stolen, or must be placed in a new home, the end of a relationship with a special animal can be one of the most difficult times of your life.  The staff at the Pet Loss Support Hotline are available to listen, to help you sort through the emotions and questions you may have, or to help you find support in your geographical area. 
• Breeds of Dogs
  A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
• National Animal Poison Control Center
  This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center.
• Plants Toxic to Animals, Introduction -- Vet Med Library, UIUC
  A lot of information about toxic plants can be found here. You can search under common name or scientific name of the plant.
• The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
  The Cat Fanciers' Association website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more.
• Veterinary Schools in the US
  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
• I want to be a veterinarian
  If you or someone you know is considering becoming a veterinarian, this site is a great place to start!
• USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
  The USDA maintains this website with information on a variety of animal health related topics, including the latest news on such things as Mad Cow Diseases, foot and mouth disease, and many other things.
• Advantage Flea Control
  This site is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of K9 Advantix for dogs and Advantage flea control for dogs and cats. It is loaded with information about fleas and flea control.
• Novartis Animal Health
  This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Sentinel, Interceptor and Program, and has useful information for pet owners on heartworm prevention and flea control.
• Frontline TopSpot by Merial
  Sponsored by the makers of Frontline TopSpot for flea and tick control, this site has basic information about fleas and ticks as well as TopSpot questions and answers.
• Choosing a new puppy
  This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.
• Rainbow Bridge
  Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members.
• West Nile Virus
  This site is maintainted by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, and has the latest information on the spread of West Nile Virus in the US, as well as information on disease transmission, symptoms, etc.
• American Veterinary Medical Association
  This site is a good starting point to learn more about a variety of topics, including feline injection-site sarcomas and the latest subjects in veterinary medicine.
• American Association of Feline Practitioners
  The AAFP is like the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.
• PetsMatter Newsletter
  PetsMatter is a bi-monthly newsletter written and designed by  the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).  Each newsletter contains articles covering preventive care, safety, and the human-animal bond.
  

Other Resources

Grief Resources:

Dr. Dominic Coppola, Chaplain
Loss/Grief Counseling
(805) 499-7940

Shiva's Center for the Human-Animal Bond
(805) 687-7001 

Delta Society Pet Loss Support Hotline
Palm Springs, CA
(619) 320-3298

Sharon Callahan
Free grief counseling
(530) 926-6424

Grief Recovery Institute
Beverly Hills, CA 
(888) 773-2683