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There’s nothing like a sunny day to get you and your pet outside for some fresh air and fun—but before you head out the door, make sure your pet is ready for the sunshine. Just like us, pets can suffer from sunburn and bug bites, and they need a little help staying protected. At East Sacramento Veterinary Center, we’re here to help you understand why sunscreen and bug spray are just as important for your pet as they are for you.

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.

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. 

If you share your home with a dog or cat, then you know you have a ton to be thankful for! Keep up that attitude of gratitude this season by following these safety tips for Thanksgiving foods to avoid for pets:

During the dog days of summer, the heat, humidity, and intense rays can take a toll on our fur-covered friends, but fun in the sun with your canine companion is completely doable as long as you practice our team’s tips for keeping hot dogs cool and safe!

Research indicates that up to 50% of all dogs feel fear during firework displays. Associated behaviors may include pacing, restlessness, shaking, vocalizing, or hiding. What’s worse, with little-to-no supervision or support, stressed pets may try to flee as a way to find peace, comfort, or security. With no frame of reference for what’s happening, pets become triggered by the unpredictable, discordant sounds of the Fourth of July. With our tips, you can protect and soothe the pain of a worried pet. 

Sacramento summers sizzle, and while you’re beating the heat by the pool, don’t forget to protect your furry friends from the perils of heat-related pet illnesses. Read on for cool-down strategies for pets from our caring team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center. 

No pet owner wants to see their pet hurting. Often, the symptoms of pet allergies sort of simmer just below the surface. A pet may be allergic to various environmental triggers, food, or even fleas. The levels of sensitivity to different triggers covers the whole range between barely noticeable to outrageous. Pet allergies are becoming more commonplace. Accordingly, understanding and managing pet allergies is an important endeavor.