High Hopes Veterinary Care

06/09/2019

Today is World Pet Memorial Day.

How will you and your loved ones be honoring your lost pets today?

06/07/2019

A bird and his orthopedic shoes. We hope he has a speedy recovery!

There are many people who love to see animals. But when it comes to helping, many people ignore them, leaving them on their own. Fortunately, some humans cannot remain indifferent to these animals, and they decide to help them. The team at the California Wildlife Center is accustomed to dealing with...

06/05/2019

As temperatures heat up, the possibility of contracting Lyme disease increases.

But dogs may be just the help we need to track the spread of this disease.

Lyme disease is spreading as the climate warms. An analysis of veterinary records suggests our dogs’ annual health checks can track infections across the US

06/02/2019

Since 1991 Labs have held the top spot! Wow!

05/30/2019

If you have any medication lying around the house, please put it away for the safety of your pet.

Medications for humans can do some serious damage to animals.

05/29/2019

What's your fur baby's favorite toy? Drop a picture of them with their favorite plaything down below!

05/26/2019

Depending on the breed and how high-energy your dog is, that can help you determine how much exercise they need.

05/23/2019

Adopting a pet is such an amazing thing but remember that with a new animal in your home comes new responsibilities.

One of the most difficult parts of being a pet owner is knowing how to best care for pets that are in pain. As pets age, it is important to make sure they are living each day happy and pain-free. Animals with illnesses or injuries often try to hide their pain, so pet owners should always watch for a...

05/22/2019

If your dog hasn't been tested for heartworms, bring them in for a visit with us. highhopesvet.com

05/19/2019

If you can't brush your dog's teeth every day, at least aim for once every other day to keep their dental health in check.

05/16/2019

Are you aware of the different type of worms your puppy can get?

When you get a new puppy, you can be swept away by how cute and lovable she is. But soon the reality sets in that you have a baby animal to take care of, and that means teething, potty training, and — even more daunting and potentially disgusting — dealing with critters like fleas and...

05/15/2019

Has your cat ever displayed any of these strange behaviors?

Despite the often-inexplicable behavior of cats, they're wildly popular pets, residing in nearly 50 million American households.