Lakewood Pet Vet

06/10/2026

🚗 Planning a road trip or beach day from Lakewood? If your furry family member is tagging along, don't miss the single most important safety check. Many owners believe that once a microchip is implanted, their job is done. But a microchip is not a GPS tracker. If you have moved, changed your phone number, or updated your email since your pet was chipped, your data is obsolete. If they get lost, a rescue shelter will hit a total dead end.
👇 Read the guide that we've put together a quick, 4-step checklist to help you verify and update your data in less than 5 mins.

Planning a summer trip from Lakewood? Ensure your pet's microchip registry is up to date. Follow our 4-step checklist before hitting the road.

06/04/2026

🦁 Who says a spa day can’t be completely stress-free for a cat? Meet our brave patient, Kitty Harris! 🐱✨ "Can't I just take my cat to a regular groomer?" We get this question a lot! While standard grooming salons are wonderful for routine maintenance and tolerate cooperative pets beautifully, intensive cat grooming—especially a full lion cut on an anxious or severely matted kitty—is a completely different story.

In fact, many professional groomers will safely refer highly stressed or pelted cats to a veterinary clinic! Here is why a trip to our clinic is often the safest, kindest choice for your feline friend:
🚫 The Safety Challenge: Feline skin is loose and paper-thin. When severe mats pull tightly against the skin, trying to shave a highly stressed, moving cat at a normal salon poses a high risk for accidental skin tears and intense fear.
🩺 The Medical Advantage: We treat these intensive grooms with the same care as a medical procedure. For Kitty Harris, we performed a routine health check and safety bloodwork first. Then, under safe, continuous anesthesia monitoring by our trained medical staff, we smoothly removed the mats with a sleek lion cut. No panic, no pain—just a peaceful nap and a cool, comfortable wake-up!

Why choose a Lion Cut?
✅ Eliminates painful skin-tugging mats.
✅ Prevents severe hairballs and skin infections.
✅ Keeps long-haired cats cool and comfortable during warmer months.

Give your cat the stress-free reset they deserve. 🦁✨ 📞 Comment "LION" below or send us a DM to learn how our general practice team can help your anxious kitty stay matte-free and comfortable!

06/01/2026

Did you know a dog who recovers from Parvo can still pass the virus in their yard for weeks?🤔

Winning the medical fight against Parvovirus at the hospital is an incredible relief, but keeping your home and neighborhood safe is step two. Because Parvo is an incredibly tough virus, standard household cleaners like dish soap or vinegar won't destroy it.

If you are managing a post-illness cleanup or just want to keep your pets safe, we've put together a straightforward, step-by-step guide to sanitizing your living spaces, treating sensitive lawns, and helping your dog's stomach fully heal.

👉 Read our full guide here: https://www.gopetvet.com/blog/1461623-life-after-parvo-the-lakewood-guide-to-safely-sanitizing-your-home-and-yard

Winning the fight against Parvo is step one. Learn how to safely sanitize your Lakewood home and yard to protect local pets, plus post-recovery care tips.

05/26/2026

When Donovan the Boston Terrier came to visit us recently, we knew his eye was bothering him, but we needed to see exactly where the trouble was.

In these photos, you can see our team performing a corneal stain test. We apply a harmless yellow dye, turn off the lights, and use a specialized blue light. Any scratch or ulcer on the eye will "fluoresce" (glow) bright green, giving us a perfect map of where the injury is.

Diagnostics like this are a vital part of what we do. They take the guesswork out of treatment and ensure your pet gets the exact care they need to heal quickly. We’re happy to report that Donovan was a total superstar and is already on the mend!

05/24/2026

Please note that Lakewood Pet Vet & Urgent Care will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/21/2026

Memorial Day and Father's Day cookouts are right around the corner here in Lakewood! But while you're piling your plate with ribs and burgers, your pets are likely working their best begging eyes.🥺

Some of our favorite summer staples can cause serious medical crises, sending pets straight to urgent care. Before you slip them a treat from the table, please read this: https://www.gopetvet.com/blog/1459193-backyard-barbecue-hazards-7-summer-foods-toxic-to-pets!

Can dogs eat barbecue bones? Discover 7 summer foods toxic to pets before your Memorial Day or Father's Day cookout. Call Lakewood Pet Vet (562) 925-2300 for General Practice or Urgent Care!

05/16/2026

It's more than just a job; it's a family. 🥗🐶We had a wonderful time celebrating our incredible CCR team with some much-deserved team meals!

Whether they are greeting you at the door or helping you navigate your pet's health journey, these are the people who keep our clinic running smoothly. We know that a team that eats together, treats together! We're so proud of the bond this team has built!

05/14/2026

Meet Teddy Radie! Teddy stopped by for a Bordetella visit to make sure he's protected for all his upcoming spring adventures.

May pet parents ask us: Is the "kennel cough" vaccine really necessary? If your dog visits the groomer, enjoys the local dog park, or plans on a staycation at a boarding facility while you're on vacation, the answer is a big YES! Bordetella is highly contagious in social settings, and keeping that protection up-to-date is the best way to ensure your pet stays happy and health while they socialize.

We want to make it as easy as possible for our Lakewood community to stay ahead of these seasonal health needs.

☑️May Special: 15% OFF Exams & Vaccines (excludes urgent care exams)

Have questions about which vaccines are right for your pet's lifestyle? Give us a call or message us here. We're always happy to help!

05/05/2026

We are officially in the home stretch of Spring!🌸 While May brings beautiful blooms, it also marks the start of peak Flea, Tick, and Heartworm season. Is your furry family member fully protected for the sunny months ahead?☀️🐶🐱

We want to make preventative care easier for our neighbors this month with our May Savings Event:
✅ 15% OFF Exams (excludes urgent care exams)
✅ 15% OFF Vaccines

Regular exams are the best way to catch seasonal issues before they become expensive problems. Beat the summer rush and save while doing it!

🗓 Appointments are booking up fast!
Call us today at (562) 925-2300 to schedule, or scan to request an appointment.

Note: Valid through 5/31/26.

04/25/2026

At Lakewood Pet Vet, we know that when our team is supported and happy, your pets get the highest level of care. 🏥💖

Our Client Care team works tirelessly for our patients, and we love getting together outside of the clinic to relax, reconnect, and stay strong together as a work family.

We are proud to be a local, community-focused clinic that you can trust with your beloved furry members. Come meet our warm and dedicated staff!

Is your pet due for a visit? We’re here for you.
📞 (562) 925-2300