Giardia is a group of parasites that can infect people, as well as cats and dogs, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea and an upset stomach. Today our Santa Barbara vets share tips on how to tell if your cat may be infected with Giardia, and how to help resolve symptoms and prevent family members and other pets from infection.
It can be challenging to know for sure if your dog has a fever. Today, our Santa Barbara vets explain how to spot a fever in dogs, what could be causing your pup's fever, associated symptoms, and what to do.
Heartworm disease is a serious condition that can result in heart failure, severe lung disease, damage to other organs and even death for pets in Santa Barbara. The disease is typically found in cats, dogs and ferrets. Here, our vets explain why prevention is key.
Ticks can spread a number of serious diseases and are therefore dangerous to people and pets. In this post, our Santa Barbara vets explain how these external parasites thrive, including which signs to beware of, and how to keep ticks away from your pets and your family.
Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world. In this post, our Santa Barbara vets share information about Lyme disease in pets: what it is, symptoms to watch for, and treatment options.
Numerous cat illnesses and their symptoms may worry you, or even be fatal if left untreated for too long. Our Santa Barbara vets offer insight on signs and symptoms to be aware of.
Getting yearly fecal exams at your vet's office is the best way to keep your pet and your family safe from intestinal parasites. Annual fecals give your Santa Barbara vet a chance to check for intestinal parasites before more serious conditions arise.
Fleas are the most common external parasite, and they can make your pet miserable! If left untreated, they may even lead to infections and cause serious diseases. Our Santa Barbara vets explain early signs of fleas, and what to do if your pet does have fleas.