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Summer barbecues are one of the best parts of the season. Juicy, grilled burgers. Ice-cold drinks. Bouts of laughter with family and friends.

But if you’re a pet parent, it’s important to remember that many popular picnic and BBQ foods are dangerous for your furry companions. Along with the excitement of fireworks and rising summer temperatures that can lead to heatstroke, BBQ gatherings also have toxic foods that can cause serious health issues for pets.

Here's what the team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center wants you to know about pet safety during summer BBQs and cookouts.

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a retrovirus that compromises a cat’s immune system and makes them more vulnerable to infections and diseases. It's often compared to HIV in humans because of its similar impact on the immune system, but it is species-specific and cannot be transmitted to people.

Dogs aren’t known for having discerning taste buds, but of all the unsavory things they put in their mouths, poop takes the cake! While a discussion about poop may sound distasteful, it’s worth a conversation if you have a pooch with a penchant for poop.

At East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we’re here to help you get to the bottom of your pet’s strange habits, including what is formally called “coprophagia” in dogs.

Is there anything better than going for a spring romp with your pup? We don’t think so. But one thing we don’t want is for your dog to get exposed to Giardia this spring while you’re out exploring.

Giardia is a protozoal parasite that can cause gastrointestinal distress in dogs (and humans, but we digress). Understanding how Giardia spreads and how to prevent it can help keep your furry friend safe and healthy. 

Whether you’re hitting the road or taking to the skies, traveling with your pet can be a fun adventure with the proper preparation. At East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we know how important your pets are to your family, and we’re here to help you keep them safe and comfortable while traveling. 

Pet periodontal disease can have far-reaching consequences on their overall health. Healthy teeth and gums are essential for normal functions, but when compromised, they can cause significant problems. Periodontal disease initially affects the oral cavity, but without timely intervention, it can lead to systemic infections.

We don’t want this to happen to your pets, so today, the team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center will share tips for preventing periodontal disease in pets. 

As much as we try to keep our pets safe, accidents happen. Curious noses sometimes find their way into trouble. But what do you do if your pet eats something toxic? At East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we know how distressing it is to realize your pet has eaten something potentially dangerous. Here’s what you need to know to handle pet poisoning situations calmly and effectively.

Your pet’s wagging tail or comforting purr may seem to say, “I’m fine,” but what if their mouth is telling a different story? Poor oral health in pets is a hidden threat that impacts more than just their teeth. Surprisingly, it affects their entire body! Today, the team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center will share how those pearly (or not-so-pearly) whites play a pivotal role in your furry companion’s overall wellbeing.

At East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we’re dedicated to helping your pet live a happy, healthy life. One often-overlooked aspect of pet care that can significantly impact their well-being is regular grooming. Keeping up with grooming doesn’t just make your pet look their best—it’s also essential for their overall health. In this post, we’ll explore the many benefits of grooming and why it should be a regular part of your pet’s routine.

New Year Pet Health Resolutions to Try

Here at East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we believe in setting New Year’s pet resolutions for our furry family members. It’s only a little more work for us, and it comes with big benefits, like improvements to our pets’ wellbeing—and ours. We’ve complied some simple yet effective ways to get your pet’s health on track for the new year.

If you’re looking for ways to give back to your community this holiday season, consider showing your support for area pet shelters, and help make this the merriest of pet holidays for animals in need. Many area cat shelters and dog shelters are at maximum capacity and would welcome any help you can provide. Review these suggestions on how to help shelters from our team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center, and let’s make this the merriest of pet holidays for deserving animals in our community. 

Nothing spreads holiday cheer quite like the wreaths, sparking lights, and flickering candles that we use to decorate our homes. But when it comes to households with pets, there are important dog and cat safety factors to keep in mind. Here are some tips for decorating your home for a pet-safe, celebratory holiday season:

With the summer heatwave now a distant memory and the crisp, clean air of winter on the way, you might be wondering if there are steps you should take for Sacramento pet winter preparation. While our winters are relatively mild, our pets can still feel the chill, so in this blog, our team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center shares some of our favorite cooler weather tips for pets Sacramento edition.