It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Whether traveling during the holidays or having friends and family visiting the beautiful central coast, here are some tips to ensure it’s a happy and safe time for your pets. Stop by the clinic for our annual ornament sale and new this year the 12 Days of [...]
by Tania Senter This summer I had the amazing opportunity to work with a study abroad program called Loop Abroad to organize a group of Cal Poly students and attend a veterinary service trip in Thailand. I had previously traveled to Thailand on a veterinary service trip in high school and it was the most incredible [...]
Here at Animal Care Clinic we recently celebrated 25 years of the highest level of veterinary excellence, accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Accreditation requires a rigorous review of the hospital’s practice protocols, medical equipment, facility and client service. Unlike human hospitals, animal hospitals are not required to be accredited. Accredited hospitals are [...]
by Natalie Borgardt You read the warnings every year - bang the hood of your car in cold months to protect cats and other small animals who may be seeking warmth from the engine or shelter inside wheel wells. This is prudent advice, even here on California’s Central Coast. A good Samaritan found a cat [...]
by Bonnie Markoff Several news agencies are reporting that the FDA has put out warnings about certain tick control products. Please be advised that this is not new information and is nothing to worry about. The flea and tick control products called Bravecto, Nexgard, Credelio and Simparica have been associated with a very low rate [...]
by Stephanie Ruggerone Meet Stevie Nicks, an energetic German Shepherd puppy recently acquired by one of our clients from East Los Angeles German Shepherd Rescue. Stevie was hit by a car and sustained a fractured pelvis and femoral head on her right hind leg. This unfortunate injury lead her to the rescue group and ultimately a [...]
by Natalie Borgardt Fireworks are a regular part of festive celebrations throughout San Luis Obispo County. However they can cause great distress for many dogs. The loud, unpredictable noises and bright lights can feel threatening and pets can react as if their very life hangs in the balance. Thankfully there are ways to help your [...]
Clients often ask about our students and their plans to become veterinarians. Michael was kind enough to share his journey. We wish him the very best and know he'll become a wonderful, kind, and caring veterinarian! by Michael Micheal Growing up in Egypt, I was encouraged to follow in the footsteps of other [...]
Continuing education is what keeps Animal Care Clinic always prepared to offer the best services to our beloved patients. All of our staff strive to keep at the forefront of the ever changing medical and behavioral aspects of the various animal sciences. Our longtime puppy kindergarten and puppy etiquette class instructor, Stephanie Ruggerone, recently earned [...]
by Jennifer Evans Our Veterinarian's often see pets for urinary issues which can impact the busy lifestyle many enjoy throughout the San Luis Obispo area. "Smalls" came to see Dr. Greenberg because she suddenly started having urinary accidents in the house. A bladder infection was found and she was treated with appropriate antibiotics based on [...]
