When it comes to walking your dog, not all walks are created equal. While most focus on exercise walks to keep pets physically fit, sniff walks offer a different set of benefits that can enhance your dog's overall well-being. Exercise walks are designed to get your dog moving and elevate their heart rate. These walks [...]
Dr. Evans examined sweet Nori after her family discovered she had eaten sugar-free gum. Their cat had knocked the gum off the counter, and Nori consumed an unknown number of pieces. The gum contained xylitol, a sugar substitute that is extremely toxic to dogs. Nori vomited several times soon after. Upon discovering the gum, her [...]
Written by Elise Mebel, Published in Aliance of Therapy Dogs Magazine, Spring/Summer 2024 In the heart of our community of San Luis Obispo, California, two families stand out not just for their dedication to volunteerism but for the unique bond they share with their furry companions. Anna Bates and her 15-year old son, Stevie, along [...]
by Stephanie Ruggerone January brings not only the promise of new beginnings but also the opportunity to strengthen the bond between you and your furry friend. At the Animal Care Clinic, we're excited to celebrate "Train Your Dog Month" and encourage you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life to [...]
'Tis the season to spoil your furry friend with some holiday cheer! Whether they've been naughty or nice, we've rounded up a delightful selection of gifts to make the holiday season extra special for your pet.
At Animal Care Clinic, we are dedicated to providing the best care for your beloved pets. We understand the importance of ensuring your furry family members lead happy, healthy, and pain-free lives. That's why we are thrilled to announce that we now have Librela in stock! Librela is a revolutionary medication designed to alleviate arthritis [...]
Our furry companions are an integral part of our lives and ensuring they are well-behaved and happy is paramount. We now offer limited training sessions with Stephanie Ruggerone whose certifications include Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, Fear Free Animal Trainer, and Human Animal Bond. Additionally she has over 30 years experience raising service dogs. She works [...]
by Dr. Markoff I have noticed a higher than normal amount of a pretty dangerous plant in our area lately. It iscalled yellow star thistle. This nasty little plant is toxic to horses causing a condition that makes them unable to pull food into their mouths (called prehension). When this thistle gets mixed up into [...]
by Dr. Markoff We always have troubles with foxtails (grass awns) at this time of year on the Central Coast, but things have been extremely bad this year. In just the past month, Animal Care Clinic has seen 4 dogs develop a condition called pneumothorax and require emergency surgery to remove lung lobes! Foxtails most [...]
by Bonnie Markoff It’s Sticker Time! All the rain we have been having is making our hills and fields green – green with stickers! As the grass dries out, we are going to see various foxtails, grass awns and other “stickers” clinging to our pets and wreaking havoc! These stickers can make their way [...]
