VCA Peninsula Animal Hospital

02/13/2025

Raise your hand if you love caring for pets! 🖐️

02/11/2025

We love our pets, but have you ever wondered what your pets love? 🐶💙🐱

We're sharing some of your pet's favorite things 💙!

02/10/2025

Dental disease is one of the most common and serious health problems in dogs and cats. We're sharing ways to help keep your pet's teeth clean.

02/07/2025

Kennel Cough is a contagious respiratory illness, which means it can spread to your dog through exposure to other animals. If an outbreak is reported in your area, it’s important to take precautions to avoid spreading the illness.

02/05/2025

How important is pet dental health? Chew on these facts about why your pet's healthy smile is a happy smile.

02/03/2025

Planning on getting a pet in 2025? Let us help you pick a name! Comment below and let us know your pet's new name!

01/29/2025

Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures.

This year is recognized as the Year of the Snake, so we're sharing some fun facts about why snakes represent wisdom, creativity, and transformation! 🐍🧧

01/27/2025

Who says playtime has to be outdoors? Indoor activities can be just as enriching and stimulating for your pets!

Watch this video for fun ways to keep them active and engaged inside.

01/23/2025

It's the ultimate battle of the ages, Puppies vs Seniors!

Which do you think is more adorable? 👍 = Puppies ❤️ = Seniors

01/22/2025

If you’re committing to teach yourself a new activity in the new year, why not include your pet in that resolution. It's as easy as 1,2,3, Sit.

What tricks does your pet know? Let us know in the comments.

01/17/2025

Did you know a dog’s sense of smell is up to 100,000 times stronger than ours? Their noses can detect scents we can't even imagine! 🤯

Watch this video to learn more fascinating facts about how dogs experience the world through smell.

🎥: VCA Baring Boulevard Animal Hospital

01/16/2025

Don't let a little snow ruin your pet's walk! We're sharing tips to help your pet avoid having jack frost nip at their nose on their next potty break.

01/15/2025

Arthritis can cause complications with keeping your pet healthy, and low-impact exercises can be a great way to manage your pet's health.

Follow along to learn how you can help keep your pet active!

01/10/2025

Now through January 31, all donations made to VCA Charities at VCA Animal Hospitals throughout California will support disaster relief efforts, including support for pets impacted by the current devasting fires in the Los Angeles area. VCA Animal Hospitals is proud to support VCA Charities, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in their disaster relief efforts. Every dollar helps local animal welfare organizations shelter, transport and care for pets through grants that fund veterinary care, medication, food, and supplies.

Donations can be made at any VCA Animal Hospitals or visit VCACharities.org to donate online.

01/09/2025

All donations made to VCA Charities at any VCA Animal Hospital in California will support disaster relief efforts, including our work to help pets impacted by the current devastating fires in Los Angeles now through January 31st.

01/07/2025

Keeping our pets safe is our top priority!

Visit https://pets.vcahospitals.com/er-holiday to claim your 50% off coupon, find a VCA Animal Hospitals Emergency Care location near you.

Offer for free ER exams available for CareClub Members only. Offer for 50% off one ER exam. Both offers available at participating ER locations through 1/15/25. Terms and conditions apply.

01/06/2025

As the seasons change, it’s crucial to keep your pet cozy and safe from the elements. Our winter safety tips will help your pets stay safe and warm, no matter the weather!

12/31/2024

Happy New Years from VCA! We hope you and your pets have an amazing day to welcome the new year! #2025

12/30/2024

We’ve had some paw-sitively amazing pet moments in 2024! We’re thrilled to have cared for over 3.7 million animals this year!

Thank you for trusting us with your pets—it's been an honor to be a part of their journey. Here’s to many more unforgettable moments in the year ahead! 💙

12/16/2024

Animal Health Alert:
H5 bird flu suspected in two domestic cats
that tested Influenza A positive and consumed recalled raw milk.

Two indoor-only, domestic cats from the same household in Los Angeles (LA) County have tested positive for Influenza A virus and are suspected to be positive for H5 bird flu. These are the first suspected cases of H5 bird flu in cats in LA County.

The cats consumed recalled raw milk sold for human consumption 8-14 days prior to presentation with clinical signs. The milk was produced by Raw Farm, LLC in California and is part of a broad, voluntary recall of raw milk products that were produced between November 9-27 due to possible H5 bird flu contamination.

Pets, especially cats, have been shown to become severely ill and may die after consuming raw milk infected with H5 bird flu virus. Veterinarians should share information about the raw milk recall and remind pet owners not to consume raw dairy products nor offer them to pets.

Veterinarians, veterinary staff, and animal health workers in LA County should wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when having contact with sick cats that have history of exposure to raw milk/milk products.
Report suspected cases of H5 bird flu in cats and other animals.

Influenza A is rarely detected in cats. These are the first cats, and first mammals, in LA County to be presumed positive for H5 bird flu. These are also the first animals reported to have become ill after ingestion of recalled raw milk for H5 bird flu contamination. The only other cat reported to be positive for Influenza A in LA County before now occurred in 2009, when a cat became mildly ill after being infected with the human pandemic H1N1 virus from its owner.

H5 bird flu is currently circulating in wild birds locally. There have been a total of 39 confirmed cases of H5 bird flu in wild birds detected in LA County since September 2022. Of these, six H5 bird flu cases were confirmed in wild birds in LA County in 2024. While primarily affecting poultry, H5 bird flu infections in cattle, cats, and other mammals highlight the potential for the virus to mutate and become more transmissible among mammals, including humans.

Currently, there is no evidence of local cat-to-cat, cat-to-human or human-to-human spread of H5 bird flu, and the risk to the general public continues to be low. However, people who come into close contact with animals, especially wild birds and their f***s, infected poultry, or with infected dairy cattle or their milk, have a higher level of risk of exposure. It is important to take proper precautions. Please see H5 bird flu infection prevention guidance for veterinary and animal care staff, as well as guidance for the general public on our LA County Veterinary Public Health Program website.

There is a broad, voluntary recall of all Raw Farm, LLC raw milk and cream products due to possible H5 bird flu contamination that went into effect 12/3/24. The recall includes all sizes of Raw Farm milk and cream, produced between November 9 and November 27, 2024. The affected lot numbers are 20241109 through 20241127. While this voluntary recall only applies to raw whole milk and cream, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) urges consumers to avoid consuming any Raw Farm products for human consumption including raw milk, cream, cheese, and kefir, as well as raw milk pet food topper and pet food kefir marketed to pet owners.

Consumption of H5 bird flu-infected raw milk has been shown to cause severe illness and death in mammals, especially cats. There have been multiple reports of deaths in barn cats living at dairy farms with H5 bird flu outbreaks. Raw dairy products marketed for pets, including frozen raw dairy products, may be sold across state lines, and are regulated differently than raw dairy products for humans. It is strongly recommended not to feed any raw dairy products to pets. The CDC recommends against consuming raw milk contaminated with live H5 bird flu virus as a way to develop antibodies against the H5 bird flu virus to protect against future disease.

Pasteurization kills and inactivates the H5 bird flu virus, therefore pasteurized milk and dairy products remain safe to consume. However, freezing does not kill viruses and does not kill most bacteria. Frozen raw dairy products should be considered to carry the same level of risk for infectious disease exposure as refrigerated raw dairy products.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health requests your continued assistance:

Share information about the recall of raw milk and cream products with pet owners. It is available here:
Identify potential cases of H5 bird flu in pets. Consider H5 bird flu in any pet that had exposure to recalled raw milk or wild birds, especially if they have fever, severe lethargy, icterus, hepatopathy, tachypnea, uveitis, or neurologic signs such as seizures, nystagmus, or blindness. Take a detailed diet history for each pet.

Report potential H5 bird flu cases. Please use our HPAI-specific reporting form when notifying VPH of any suspected cases. Please also contact our Veterinarian on Call at 213-288-7060 and [email protected]. Free testing for influenza A virus and H5 bird flu may be available through our laboratory.

Veterinarians and animal health workers are encouraged to contact us with any questions by email: [email protected], or by phone: 213-288-7060 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm). Please visit our VPH webpage for more information about H5 bird flu.

Resources:

LA County Department of Public Health News Release - December 12, 2024: The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating two possible cases of H5 bird flu in cats that consumed recalled raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC.
LA County Veterinary Public Health Program (VPH) - H5 Bird Flu in Los Angeles County
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - State Secures Broad Voluntary Recall of Raw Milk and Cream to Protect Consumers
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) – Current Bird Flu Situation
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Influenza in Animals
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – H5 Bird Flu: Current Situation
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Detections in Mammals

10/31/2024

Today is the LAST DAY of VCA Peninsula's 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest so be sure to get your submissions in! Dress your pet(s) in their best Halloween costume, snap an adorable photo (let's face it, they will all be adorable), and get it to us either by posting it in the comments below or on any post where you see this contest flyer or if you prefer to keep your pet's cuteness between you and the hospital (we totally get it and we feel honored to be able to share the cuteness with you), you can email the photo to our hospital email at [email protected].

By sending us your pet's photo, you will be in the running to win one of three fabulous prizes! Each family can submit one photo for a chance to win, so group photos are accepted and encouraged! The winners will be drawn at random and the prizes are as follows:

First Place: 20% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Second Place: 10% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Third Place: 5% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.

Winners will be announced no later than the 8th of November and prizes will be available for use from that day through the end of the year. We are so excited to see all the photos this year as last years submissions were amazing! So get those pets all dolled up and send those photos in! Good Luck and Happy Halloween!

10/29/2024

VCA Peninsula's 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest is well underway but you only have 3 days left to get your submissions in! Time is running out! So dress your pet(s) in their best Halloween costume any time between now and October 31st, snap an adorable photo (let's face it, they will all be adorable), and get it to us either by posting it in the comments below or on any post where you see this contest flyer or if you prefer to keep your pet's cuteness between you and the hospital (we totally get it and we feel honored to be able to share the cuteness with you), you can email the photo to our hospital email at [email protected].

By sending us your pet's photo, you will be in the running to win one of three fabulous prizes! Each family can submit one photo for a chance to win, so group photos are accepted and encouraged! The winners will be drawn at random and the prizes are as follows:

First Place: 20% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Second Place: 10% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Third Place: 5% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.

Winners will be announced no later than the 8th of November and prizes will be available for use from that day through the end of the year. We are so excited to see all the photos this year as last years submissions were amazing! So get those pets all dolled up and send those photos in! Good Luck and Happy Halloween!

10/22/2024

VCA Peninsula's 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest is well underway but you only have a little over a week left to get your submissions in! So dress your pet(s) in their best Halloween costume any time between now and October 31st, snap an adorable photo (let's face it, they will all be adorable), and get it to us either by posting it in the comments below or on any post where you see this contest flyer or if you prefer to keep your pet's cuteness between you and the hospital (we totally get it and we feel honored to be able to share the cuteness with you), you can email the photo to our hospital email at [email protected].

By sending us your pet's photo, you will be in the running to win one of three fabulous prizes! Each family can submit one photo for a chance to win, so group photos are accepted and encouraged! The winners will be drawn at random and the prizes are as follows:

First Place: 20% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Second Place: 10% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Third Place: 5% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.

Winners will be announced no later than the 8th of November and prizes will be available for use from that day through the end of the year. We are so excited to see all the photos this year as last years submissions were amazing! So get those pets all dolled up and send those photos in! Good Luck and Happy Halloween!

10/17/2024

With Halloween a mere two weeks away, its important to consider your pet's safety with the upcoming festivities. Here are some safety tips from Trupanion Insurance to keep your furry friends safe! 🐾👻🎃

10/15/2024

VCA Peninsula's 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest is well underway! We are still accepting photos so dress your pet(s) in their best Halloween costume any time between now and October 31st, snap an adorable photo (let's face it, they will all be adorable), and get it to us either by posting it in the comments below or on any post where you see this contest flyer or if you prefer to keep your pet's cuteness between you and the hospital (we totally get it and we feel honored to be able to share the cuteness with you), you can email the photo to our hospital email at [email protected].

By sending us your pet's photo, you will be in the running to win one of three fabulous prizes! Each family can submit one photo for a chance to win, so group photos are accepted and encouraged! The winners will be drawn at random and the prizes are as follows:

First Place: 20% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Second Place: 10% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Third Place: 5% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.

Winners will be announced no later than the 8th of November and prizes will be available for use from that day through the end of the year. We are so excited to see all the photos this year as last years submissions were amazing! So get those pets all dolled up and send those photos in! Good Luck and Happy Halloween!

10/04/2024

Happy World Smile Day 😊 Lets see those happy pet or family with pets smiles photos!

10/01/2024

The day has arrived!!! Starting Now, we are accepting submissions for VCA Peninsula's 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest!! Just dress your pet(s) in their best Halloween costume any time between now and October 31st, snap an adorable photo (let's face it, they will all be adorable), and either post it in the comments below or on any post where you see this contest flyer or if you prefer to keep your pet's cuteness between you and the hospital (we totally get it and we feel honored to be able to share the cuteness with you), you can email the photo to our hospital email at [email protected].

By sending us your pet's photo, you will be in the running to win one of three fabulous prizes! Each family can submit one photo for a chance to win, so group photos are accepted and encouraged! The winners will be drawn at random and the prizes are as follows:

First Place: 20% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Second Place: 10% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.
Third Place: 5% off Exam and a free Nail Trim.

Winners will be announced no later than the 8th of November and prizes will be available for use from that day through the end of the year. We are so excited to see all the photos this year as last years submissions were amazing! So get those pets all dolled up and send those photos in! Let the pet costume contest commence!

10/01/2024

October is National Pet Wellness Month so be sure to schedule your pet's wellness exam to keep on top of their health care to ensure they continue living their very best life with you! Call us to schedule at (619) 223-7145 or log into the myVCA and book your appointment on the app!

09/29/2024

The first week of October is Walk Your Dog Week! 🐶🐾

Veterinarians often recommend walking as a key element of most canine weight loss and fitness regimens. Share with us where your favorite places to walk your dog are. Pictures are always encouraged!

09/23/2024

In one week, starting on Oct 1st, VCA Peninsula will be hosting our 3rd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Will they be a skeleton? Or maybe a veterinarian?! Whatever they are, we want to see them dressed in their best!! There will be some great prizes for three winners drawn at random from the submissions. Only one submission per family so group photos are accepted and encouraged! So be on the lookout for our Starting Now post next week!!

09/22/2024

Fleas and ticks are not only gross, they can pose significant health risks. Tapeworm infections and bartonellosis (cat scratch disease) are caused by fleas, while ticks transmit Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, cytauxzoonosis and other infections.

The best defense is year-round protection you can trust. Talk to your veterinarian today about flea and tick prevention for your pet and consider the Never-Forget delivery program so you will always stay on top of your pets protection!

09/21/2024

Regular dental care can help prevent tooth loss, bad breath and the risk of gum disease. CareClub® supports your pet’s oral health with unlimited exams* and a dental add-on.

Enroll today: https://bit.ly/3Spld6z

09/20/2024

Ever wish you could have your pet's prescriptions, food, and everyday items like ear cleaner delivered straight to your door? It is possible with our home delivery system! Set up custom delivery dates so it arrives exactly when you need it. Use the myVCA app, call us at (619) 223-7145, or visit https://vcahospitals.com/shop.

myVCA makes it easy for you to manage your pet’s health care. Refill prescriptions and buy food, medications, skin care products, supplements, supplies and more

09/19/2024

We have a lot of patients that have the same names. Want to take a guess what the most common dog names at our hospital are?

Go ahead and put your guesses below! We will share the names next week!

09/18/2024

Whether you’ve found a flea on your cat or a worm in their stool, access FREE 24/7 Live Chat on the myVCA app to have your pet’s health questions answered by our licensed veterinary professionals.

Download now: https://bit.ly/4d8PErj