Many people are surprised to learn that—by the time they are 3 years of age—most pets have dental disease, which can lead to significant pain, tooth loss, and serious widespread health problems. The doggy breath that stinks up a room is not normal, in fact this odor likely indicates that your pet is in need [...]

Cold temperatures and winter precipitation can put a chill on your pet’s daily routine. But, the following safety information from Juanita Hills Animal Hospital can keep your four-legged friend from feeling frosty.  Some pets are more vulnerable to the cold   Pet owners often ask, “How cold is too cold for my pet?” Unfortunately, the answer [...]

Many people find the New Year an inspiring and hopeful time. Nearly 40% of Americans make a resolution to declare—either publicly or privately—their intentions for the year.  This year we surveyed the Juanita Hills Animal Hospital team to find out what kind of resolutions their pets would make. Suggestions included taking down that sneaky neighborhood [...]

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but are classified into three broad groups based on skull type. Dogs with a neutral head shape (e.g., Labrador) are termed mesocephalic, elongated head shapes are called dolichocephalic (e.g., greyhound), and pets with short noses, round heads, and large eyes, which give them the smushed-in faces we love [...]

Vaccines play an instrumental role in your pet’s preventive care. But, because vaccines are so commonplace, owners can easily overlook their tremendous power and significance in their pet’s lifelong health. If you’ve ever wondered whether your pet’s routine vaccines are necessary, check out this Juanita Hills Animal Hospital guide to commonly vaccinated diseases.  How your [...]

Regular wellness screenings help detect emerging health conditions in your pet before they cause a problem. A veterinary professional should evaluate your pets at least once a year, and should assess senior pets every six months, since they are at higher disease risk. Our Juanita Hills Animal Hospital team wants to explain why these visits [...]

When you think of bringing home a new puppy, you’re likely more focused on hours of playtime, endless cuddles on the couch, and that delightful puppy breath aroma—not problematic behaviors. However, your new pup is a clean slate, and you have to lay the foundation for a well-mannered family companion. With no training plan in [...]

As your senior pet nears the end of their life, because of natural aging or a disease process, evaluating their health and happiness is not easy. However, knowing how to assess your pet’s quality of life (QOL) can guide you toward deciding when to let them pass peacefully, and if they are comfortable enough to [...]

’Tis the season for spreading holiday cheer, but a packed social calendar can leave you feeling drained. With mental health an emerging issue in veterinary medicine and beyond, Juanita Hills Animal Hospital knows that setting aside “do you” time can be the ultimate recharge. We may be biased, but our team believes that one of [...]