Hermosa Veterinary Clinic

11/22/2024

To our clients and their furry family,

We at Hermosa Veterinary Clinic understand that all of us are living in tough times. We understand how hard it is to afford veterinary care when sometimes we can barely afford everyday basic needs. During the months of November though January 1st, 2025, we would like to extend to our clients a 20% reduction in our services no matter how big or small. We want to do our part to help through these trying financial times. Please call to schedule your appointments today.

10/07/2024

We are introducing Patient Photos to our clients' charts! Please let us know if you would like to have your animal's picture taken during their appointments so that it can be added to our system! If you have an adorable photo you would prefer on their chart, you are welcome to send it over to our email at [email protected]. Be sure to include your first and last name on your chart and your pets name!

09/19/2024

Animals on the whole are much tougher than the average human being. When it comes to recognizing the signs of pain in a pet, that trait can be extremely problematic.

From an evolutionary standpoint, animals are programmed to hide pain. Even today, with all the veterinary training and technology we have access to, it can be difficult for a vet to diagnose and find the source of a pet’s pain.

In honor of Animal Pain Awareness month, here are a handful of ways to remain vigilant for animal pain - and make sure it doesn’t go too far.

Watch for subtle changes in your pet’s behavior that may indicate underlying pain.

You’re around your pet all the time, so you’d think even the smallest changes in their behavior would be easy to detect. However, you might dismiss small things that could be early indicators. That’s why it’s so important to maintain a watchful eye on your pet to understand their own patterns - and when they change.

You might notice that your pet is not eating as much as usual, or eating more slowly - or not eating at all. A pet might pause before running up or going down the stairs, jumping on or off furniture, or have difficulty standing up after a period of lying down. An increase in urination or vomiting (which can lead to weight loss), excessive licking of a particular area, and a decrease in activity in general can all be signs as well.

Even if you don’t see any of these specific signs, if you think something is wrong with your pet, it probably is. Trust your inner voice even if you can’t articulate it. Why? By the time animal pain is clearly visible to a lay person, the pet’s health condition may be too advanced to treat.

Partner with your veterinarian to understand the source of your pet’s pain.

Your best next step is to schedule an exam with your veterinarian. He or she can help diagnose the source of your pet’s pain. Your vet will measure your pet’s weight, perform a thorough physical exam, ask you a series of questions, and probably run some blood work to determine the underlying cause.

The key here is early identification. You’ll have a lot more options when you can detect problems earlier. If your pet has suddenly stopped eating because of a bad tooth, for example, it will be easier for your veterinarian to remove the tooth when the pet is healthy. If you wait to bring your pet in when they haven’t eaten in 10 days and are severely dehydrated, you’ll need to work to get the pet healthy again before they can be anesthetized for a dental procedure.

Any questions? Get in touch.

Has your pet experienced any of the behavioral changes mentioned above, or does your sixth sense tell you something is off? If so, give us a call today to schedule an exam.

07/09/2024

With summertime in full swing, its important to remember how to keep our pets safe as things heat up outside!

06/20/2024

At Hermosa, we care about your pets overall wellness! We recommend annual preventative blood screenings to make sure your pet stays happy and healthy. During the months of July and August, we will be offering our wellness panels at a discounted rate, when you come in for your pets annual wellness exams. Call now for pricing and to schedule!

04/01/2024

April is Heartworm Awareness Month!
During the month of April, we are offering free heartworm testing with the purchase of 12 months of heartworm preventative at our clinic. Call to schedule your appointment today!

03/14/2024

Due to Inclement weather Hermosa Veterinary Clinic will be closed March 14, 2024. We will resume with regular business hours on March 15, 2024. Stay warm and safe.

From the team at Hermosa

01/20/2024

Increase Your Pet’s Lifespan with Regular Dental Care

The impact of inadequate dental care in pets goes way beyond bad breath. In both dogs and cats, poor oral hygiene is linked to heart, liver, and kidney disease. All three of these conditions can drastically reduce your pet’s longevity.

So what’s the solution? Care for your pet’s teeth as you would your own, by brushing them every day. In honor of National Pet Dental Health Month, here are some additional strategies to maintain pet oral health at all phases of life:

Young Pets

Get in the habit of annual checkups for routine dental hygiene, to start good habits at the outset. Have your veterinarian check for any retained baby teeth or misalignments. He or she can also help you understand any genetic predispositions of your pet. For example, Yorkshire Terriers are prone to severe dental disease, and a high-protein diet can worsen underlying kidney disease in cats.

Pro tip: Don’t let pets chew on anything you wouldn’t chew on yourself. Chewing on rocks or very hard plastic can lead to broken teeth and costly extractions down the line.

Middle-Aged Pets

Pets between the ages of 4 and 9 years are at a critical phase for dental problems that will continue to get worse (and more expensive). Consider a pet that requires 1-2 tooth extractions at age 4, which may cost around $200. Without routine oral hygiene and checkups, the problem could balloon to 10 extractions at age 9, costing around $1,200.

Pro tip: Now is the time to ask if changes to your pet’s diet may help reduce future dental disease. Canned food is linked to more severe dental disease, so it may be time to switch to dry food.

Senior Pets

The most effective step is to talk to your veterinarian about the right course of action. An older pet may need a dental procedure, but the benefits must be weighed against the risks of anesthesia. Other strategies to increase your pet’s quality of life are introducing a prescription diet that will reduce plaque and tartar buildup, and providing dental chews at home to help clean teeth.

Pro tip: Remember that dogs and cats both have high pain thresholds and will continue to eat even when they’re in pain, so that’s not a reliable indicator of dental decay.

Your pets dental health is an important part of their overall health. Dental issues can cause serious health problems if not managed at the first signs of an issue. Early signs that your pet may be due for a dental check include:

Bad breath
Broken or loose teeth
Abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from mouth
Decreased appetite
Pain around the mouth
Bleeding or Swelling in or around mouth

During the month of February, we are offering 10% off Dental Procedures when you mention this ad.

09/27/2023

October is National Pet Wellness Month!

Making sure that our pets stay healthy is key to a long and happy life. Preventative measures like annual bloodwork and vaccines can ensure that we are taking the necessary steps in our pets journey. Through the month of October when you mention this advertisement, we will be offering free wellness exams with the purchase of a preventative general health profile bloodwork panel for your pet. Exemptions to this offer include on going medical conditions or if we are seeing your pet due to illness or injury.

Wishing you and your pets a spooky Halloween!

07/13/2023

August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month!
Schedule a pet skin health check or wellness visit today!

02/07/2023

Please remember during the season of love, that it is important to also show that love to our pets by protecting them from some of dangers that come with this holiday.

If you’re planning something romantic this Valentine’s Day, remember to protect the ones you love – the furry ones. The toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline want to warn pet lovers about the dangers posed by various common romantic gestures, such as massage oil, candles, flowers and yes, ...

02/07/2023

February is National Pet Dental Health Month!

Your pets dental health is an important part of their overall health. Dental issues can cause serious health problems if not managed at the first signs of an issue. Early signs that your pet may be due for a dental check include:
Bad breath
Broken or loose teeth
Abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from mouth
Decreased appetite
Pain around the mouth
Bleeding or Swelling in or around mouth

During the month of February, we are offering 10% off Dental Procedures when you mention this ad!

01/03/2023

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12/13/2022

We hope that every pet gets to enjoy the magic of the holidays! To be sure that we are keeping them safe, ensure that their holiday treats do not include things like fried or fatty foods because they can cause pancreatitis. (Pancreatitis is irritation and inflammation of the pancreas causing severe abdominal pain.) Also spices like onion and garlic are poisonous to both dogs and cats, so be sure to keep those seasonings off of our furry families dinner plates.

10/31/2022

November is National Pet Diabetes Awareness Month

November is when the veterinary community comes together to raise awareness to the ever increasing issue with diabetes in dogs and cats. It is estimated that 1 in every 300 dogs and 1in every 230 cats will develop diabetes during their lives and that number continues to grow. We want to help our clients understand this condition and the the treatment options available. If your pet exhibits any of the following symptoms, it is important to have your pet seen for a diabetic screening as soon as possible.

Symptoms include: excessive thirst, weight loss, decrease in appetite, increased urination, cloudy eyes

09/05/2022

07/14/2022

August is National Immunization Awareness Month!

Vaccinations are an important part of your pets healthcare. They help to prevent diseases that can be passed from animal to animal and, animals and people. These diseases can be costly to treat and in some cases, could be life threatening. During the month of August we are offering 5% off your pets vaccination visit. Call or click to schedule your appointment today! Don't forget to mention this ad at check out to cash in on these savings!