PETS Hospital

11/25/2024

Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, family, and delicious food! As you gather with loved ones to celebrate, don’t forget to keep your furry friends safe. 🐾

While we enjoy the feast, here are a few tips for keeping your pets happy and healthy:
🍗 Skip the scraps – Turkey bones, skin, and fatty trimmings can be harmful to pets. Stick to pet-safe treats instead!
🍎 Beware of desserts – Many holiday sweets contain chocolate, xylitol, or other ingredients that are toxic to animals.
🥔 No seasoned sides – Garlic, onions, and spices often found in stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy can upset your pet's tummy or worse.

Your pets are part of the family too, so show them love by keeping their diet safe and healthy this Thanksgiving. ❤️

What are you most thankful for this year? Share your gratitude below—and maybe a cute pet pic too! 📸🐶🐱

11/25/2024

Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, family, and delicious food! As you gather with loved ones to celebrate, don’t forget to keep your furry friends safe. 🐾

While we enjoy the feast, here are a few tips for keeping your pets happy and healthy:
🍗 Skip the scraps – Turkey bones, skin, and fatty trimmings can be harmful to pets. Stick to pet-safe treats instead!
🍎 Beware of desserts – Many holiday sweets contain chocolate, xylitol, or other ingredients that are toxic to animals.
🥔 No seasoned sides – Garlic, onions, and spices often found in stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy can upset your pet's tummy or worse.

Your pets are part of the family too, so show them love by keeping their diet safe and healthy this Thanksgiving. ❤️

What are you most thankful for this year? Share your gratitude below—and maybe a cute pet pic too! 📸🐶🐱

With compassion, respect and expertise, our mission is to help our clients, their companions and our

10/14/2024

As we celebrate Veterinary Staff Week, we want to extend a huge thank you to our amazing team! Your passion and dedication shine every day, making a profound impact on the lives of our furry patients and their families. We couldn’t do it without you. Here’s to the heart and soul of our clinic—you are truly appreciated!

09/25/2024

🐾 Happy National Dog Week! 🐶✨

Let’s celebrate our furry best friends who fill our lives with joy, laughter, and unconditional love. Remember, "a dog is the only true love that money can buy." ❤️ Whether they’re wagging their tails, stealing your snacks, or giving you those puppy eyes, they make every moment special.

Share your favorite dog memories in the comments and let’s spread the love for our four-legged companions! 🐕💖

08/22/2024

We’re thrilled to share that PETS Hospital has been awarded Best Veterinarian in North Santa Barbara County! 🏆🐾

A huge THANK YOU to all our wonderful clients, amazing team, and furry friends who made this possible. Your trust and support mean the world to us. ❤️

We’re dedicated to providing top-notch care and will continue striving to be the best for your beloved pets. Here’s to many more years of health, happiness, and wagging tails!

Congratulations to all the winners! https://www.santamariasun.com/special-issues/best-of-nsbc-2024-15909901

With compassion, respect and expertise, our mission is to help our clients, their companions and our

05/18/2024

Today, we got a sweet note from one of our success stories from 6 years ago. Eddie had pancreatitis, sepsis, and more. He is 8 and 1/2 now and continues to amaze all with his resiliency and personality. This made our day! Way to go, Eddie! We are so proud of you!

03/23/2024

PETS Hospital is a proud member of our community, dedicated to making a difference. That's why we joined together with the Boys & Girls Club this evening to sponsor their annual gala, which raises funds to provide a fun, safe environment for thousands of children across the Central Coast.

03/23/2024

PETS Hospital is a proud member of our community, dedicated to making a difference. That's why we joined together with the Boys & Girls Club this evening to sponsor their annual gala, which raises funds to provide a fun, safe environment for thousands of children across the Central Coast.

03/14/2024

We are so excited to share the success story of Brisket with you. Our whole staff fell in love with her and was rooting for her.

Brisket was treated for a very severe anaphylactic reaction. In most cases, they improve with fluid therapy alone. In more severe cases (like Brisket), they develop a coagulopathy (blood clotting disorder) that can result in bleeding, often into the abdomen. Brisket had very severe bleeding and required multiple plasma transfusions and then a blood transfusion because of the blood loss. She was very critical for a period of time, but with treatment, she recovered wonderfully and was bright and happy upon discharge! We expect her to make a full recovery.

She and her mom brought smiles to our faces as they walked out the door. Such a lovely pair.

Thank you for trusting us with her care, and we can't wait to receive updated photos of her

03/14/2024

We are so excited to share the success story of Brisket with you. Our whole staff fell in love with her and was rooting for her.

Brisket was treated for a very severe anaphylactic reaction. In most cases they improve with fluid therapy alone. In more severe cases,(like Brisket), they develop a coagulopathy (blood clotting disorder) that can result in bleeding, often into the abdomen. Brisket had very severe bleeding and required multiple plasma transfusions and then a blood transfusion because of the blood loss. She was very critical for a period of time, but with treatment she recovered wonderfully and was bright and happy upon discharge! We expect her to make a full recovery.

She and her mom brought smiles to our faces as they walked out the door. Such a lovely pair.

Thank you for trusting us with her care and we can't wait to receive updated photos of her

03/07/2024

We had the immense pleasure of hosting Santa Maria area CTE teachers and the Santa Maria Chamber. They took a tour, learned about our industry, and had lunch with us. What an amazing group of people! We talked about the multiple ways to be involved in the veterinary profession. Our future generations are in good hands.

12/22/2023

Beware, my furry friends! Indoor plants might look like yummy snacks for us pups, but they can be downright dangerous. And with the holiday season in full swing, our homes might be bursting with festive flora that could be harmful if we start munching on them. While it's always best to steer clear of plants altogether, it's especially important to be extra vigilant around wintery plants during this joyous time of year.

~Holly~
Holly is known for its prickly and waxy green leaves. It can be used in holiday wreaths, garlands, and arrangements. Ingestion of holly leaves or berries may cause gastrointestinal upset and lethargy by a dog. If a large amount is ingested, your pet may develop difficulty walking.

~Mistletoe~
Mistletoe is a leafy green plant that is used either alone or arranged with other dlowers or plants for holiday decorations. However, if a large amount is ingested, there is a risk of an abnormal heart rate and high blood pressure may develop.

~Amaryllis~
Behold the majestic amaryllis! These stunning flowers come with a long, elegent stem and multiple lush leaves that grow from the bulbs. Amaryllis bulbs are popular for adding a touch a beauty to your home or gifting your loved ones on special occasions. Hold on to your fur babies, though! If your pet decides to nibble on the plant, they might have an upset stomach with the possibility of blood, an unexpected heart rate, high blood pressure, or face tremors/seizures.

~Poinsettia~
Potted poinsettia plants are everywhere during the holiday season. Since the floor is a common place for these plants, the leaves and flowers can be easily accessible for your dog to chew on or ingested. If this occurs, they may develop some GI signs.

The holiday season can be a whirlwind of actvity, with travel, guests, and a packed schedule. Even the most vigilant pet parents could miss the sneaky plant that your pooch sniffs our and chomps on.
Don't let toxic holiday plants spoil the fun.

If a toxic plant ingestion does occur:
Immediately remove access to the plant so that your pet does not continue to ingest more.

Do not throw the plant away until it has been identified and your pet has received veterinary care.

Contact the ASPCA Poison Control 1 (888)426-4435 and Pets Hospital (805) 250-5600.

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12/13/2023

As the holiday season approaches, it's important to be mindful of potential hazards that can affect our pets. Christmas is a particularly busy time of year for Pets Hospital, and the following five items account for the majority of holiday calls.

Chocolate, in particular, can be a major problem. Those delicious treats sitting under the Christmas tree can be irresistible to our furry companions, and while we may not always know what they've ingested, it's important to keep a close eye on them. Additionally, tree preservatives can lead to mild gastrointestinal upset, but if contaminated, they can cause more serious issues. Poinsettias, although beautiful, can also be a real irritant to our pets' mucous membranes. With some extra caution and care, we can ensure our pets stay happy and healthy during the festive season. Don't forget to keep all medications, alcohol, and other beverages out of their reach too.

Extraordinary service. Remarkable care. ANYTIME you need us!