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Bollinger Canyon Animal Hospital

Full-service veterinary hospital with personalized care. http://www.mycaringvet.com AAHA developed the Standards of Accreditation as benchmarks of excellence.
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Bollinger Canyon Animal Hospital, conveniently located in the San Ramon Valley, is a state-ofthe-art, personalized medicine and surgery for your pet. We are a national award-winning hospital and also accredited by AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association). Only the top 15% of practices in the country meet the AAHA standards. This commitment to the AAHA Standards and the Accreditation Program dem

onstrates that our practice has chosen to have itself voluntarily measured by an outside organization against the most rigorous standards in the industry. Choosing us for your pet’s medical care assures you that we have the doctors, facilities, equipment, staff and medical protocols that are important in practicing the highest quality of medical care. All this, combined with our caring and compassionate staff, is why all of the officers from the San Ramon Police Department K-9 unit choose Bollinger Canyon Animal Hospital to provide the best possible medical care for their devoted four-legged partners. We thank them for their trust in us. We encourage a partnership in your pet's health by adopting ongoing preventative care and wellness plans. Our focus is on educating you, the caretaker, with information needed to make the right decision on your pet's care. We pledge to never underestimate the trust you place in us when you allow us to care for your pet and our philosophy is to always do what is best for your pet. Please call us at (925) 866-8500 or use the convenience of our online scheduling system to make an appointment so we can help your pet with any problem or assist you in keeping your pet on the wellness path.

08/07/2024

Ronak was in today shadowing Dr. Block today for his Boy Scouts merit badge in veterinary medicine! He was a trouper today and we all really enjoyed showing him what it’s like to work in vet med!

08/02/2024

Tell your friends! Tell your neighbors! We are accepting new clients! Young or old, dogs, cats, small mammals be it a rabbit, rat, hamster, guinea pig, or chinchilla!We will happily see your beloved pets! Call us today at 925-866-8500, or visit our website at https://bollingercanyonanimalhospital.com

08/02/2024

Slime mold! What a site to behold! Did you know there’s a harmless slime mold that looks like dog vomit, or scrambled eggs?

“Dog vomit has appeared on my lawn
when no dog was there this morn
it could be slime mold
has taken a hold
imitating a technicolored yawn.”
A slime mold limerick by Kurt Verkest

To read more about this fascinating specimen please visit https://bygl.osu.edu/node/2194
Or
https://mastergardener.extension.wisc.edu/files/2015/12/DogVomitSlimeMold.pdf

07/26/2024

Let’s avoid the summertime heat together!

With the hot weather we all know our dogs are not getting their normal walk times or outdoor time due to the heat to keep them safe! This sometimes can mean a bord pup! To help avoid dog boredom! As we all know, boredom can lead to destruction. Here are some tips and tricks to keep your dog’s mind enriched while it’s too hot to walk.

Snuffle mats! You don’t have to go to the store and buy a snuffle mat, if you don’t want to. Instead try taking an old bath towel or blanket and using that instead. Just spread the treats or kibble out and either fold it up randomly or place it at one end of the towel and roll, hide a bit more kibble each time you roll. Remember! You don’t want to make it too hard for your dog to figure it out. We want our pups to enjoy this activity and not be frustrated with it.

You can also take an old muffin tin and any sort of toy that fits into the muffin tin. Place your kibble into the tin and place the toys on top.

Scavenger hunts are not only fun for kids but dogs as well! You can hide some treats in sneak spots around the house and let your dogs sniff it out!

Lick mats are also another great way to keep your dog busy! You can use their normal meal and add it to chicken broth and freeze it into the lick mat! Some dogs are not fans of all the work that goes into a lick mat, so this is not something for all dogs.

Toppls are another fan favorite. These are different forms of lick mats and can be stuffed with your dogs favorite foods and frozen for a cool treat!

07/25/2024

Let’s Chew on this!

In our last post we talked about how tennis balls have a hidden danger to them and can cause problems for our beloved pets. So, what do we give our dogs over tennis balls to chase and play fetch with? Thankfully there are loads of great replacement toy balls for our dogs.

First, we want to make sure that whatever one we chose, it’s not too hard for our pets. If the material can not be dented with a fingernail, then it’s too hard for your pup to be playing with/chewing on.

Some brands that we recommend are Kong, Nylabone and Chuckit. If your dog LOVES playing fetch, there are other toys beyond balls that you can use as well. Soft plus toys, rubber squeaker toys, frisbees, and more also make wonderful toys.

As with all toys, please discard any portion of the toy or chew if it is small enough to swallow. Some toys may also require supervision while being used such as treat dispensing toys.

07/25/2024

The dangers of Tennis balls:

Did you know that tennis balls can be a dangerous toy for your dog to play with? When a tennis ball wears down, it can break apart and the rubber can pose a choking risk if it’s accidentally swallowed. There’s also the damage that the fuzz on a tennis ball can cause to your dogs’ teeth! Did you know that the fuzz on a tennis ball is called the “nap”. It is an extremely abrasive material and can wear down the enamel on your dog’s teeth over time.

07/15/2024

Charo had a good time at the winery this weekend!

Isn’t she just the cutest!

07/13/2024

Dr. Miller and Suzette say “cheese!” National Institute of Canine Service and Training

07/10/2024

Let’s talk about the dangers of retractable leashes! The radiograph has a small yellow circle that is around a bone break in a young dog’s leg after an accident happened with the retractable leash.

Here are ten reasons we don’t like retractable leashes.

Retractable Leashes Can Be Bad for Dogs and People.

The long length allows dogs to get far enough away from their humans that a situation can quickly turn dangerous.

Dogs have more freedom to pull at their end, which can look like aggression to other dogs.

If scenario 1 does happen, it’s nearly impossible to regain control of the situation.

The thin cord can break.

The handles are bulky and can be easily pulled out of human hands.

Many dogs are terrorized by the sound of a dropped retractable leash handle.

If a person gets tangled up in the cord, or the pet does, it can result in burns, cuts, broken bones and even amputation.

They tend to malfunction over time.

An especially bad idea for dogs who haven’t been trained to walk politely on a regular leash.

Dogs have received terrible injuries from the sudden jerk on their neck when they run out the leash.

07/03/2024

We hope everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July! We will be closed July 4, 2024. We will reopen Friday July 5, 2024 at 8am. If your pet has a medical emergency and needs to see right away on the Fourth please contact:
VEG at 925-718-7771
OR
East Bay Veterinary Specialist and Emergency at 925-937-5001
**Please do not leave f***l samples**

07/03/2024

Cool radiograph day! These radiographs (x-rays) belong to Daisy! She was born without a right front arm. But she doesn’t let that slow her down at all!

We hope everyone is staying cool and has a wonderful Holiday! Friendly reminder we are closed tomorrow July Fourth, but will reopen Friday July 5 at 8am.

07/02/2024

Friendly reminder that for the next several days the temperature is going to be over 100°
Time to keep our furry friends inside and safe from the heat.

Summer is here!!! It’s that time of year again!
Burned paw pads and heat stroke is no joke! Follow these tips to help avoid burnt paw pads and an emergency trip to the vet with heat stroke! It’s that time of year again! Be mindful when walking your pet to and from the car!

06/20/2024

Birthday alert!! Today is Georgie‘s birthday and we got to spoil him with some extra cheese as a snack! Happy birthday from all of us here, George!!!!

06/19/2024

Even though fireworks are illegal in Contra Costa County, there will be a lot of fireworks going off. Some tips to help your pet are: use loud white noise to drown out the sound of the fireworks, use cotton balls in the ears (but do not place the cotton too deep into the ear), use a Thunder shirt, and of course, medications! It is also important to remain calm as pets can sense your anxiety. They should also be kept indoors. If you can’t keep your pet indoors, ensure your pet has a fitted collar with your contact information on it and make sure your yard and gates are secure!
IF YOU NEED MEDICATION FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY, PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL JULY 3rd! WE NEED AT LEAST 72 HOURS NOTICE TO FILL ANY PRESCRIPTIONS. Contact us as soon as possible if you need a prescription for sedatives for fireworks. Also, Please know, we are required by law to have examined your pet within the last year to prescribe medications.

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

06/10/2024

There’s a Shark in the pool!!!! Everyone watch out!!!! Coco aka DogShark loves swimming around the pool in this cute little shark vest!

06/10/2024

Beautiful Eve here, a Boerboel, is looking smashing in her surgical recovery suite post spay! Doesn’t she look adorable in it??!?

06/07/2024

Sweet beautiful calico in need of a home. Did you know that calico cats are predominantly female because their coloring is related to the X chromosome. Check out more fun calico cat facts at

https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/resources/calico-cat-facts/

And help us find this beautiful lady a new home. 💕💕

06/04/2024

Summer is here!!! It’s that time of year again!
Burned paw pads and heat stroke is no joke! Follow these tips to help avoid burnt paw pads and an emergency trip to the vet with heat stroke! It’s that time of year again! Be mindful when walking your pet to and from the car!

05/29/2024

Clover and Icky here came in for their vet visits and had the entire staff smitten with them. Did you know Devon Rex cats have been given the nicknames “Dennis the Menace” for their playful and ornery habits and “Poodle that purrs” for their dog-like characteristics!

05/17/2024

Our favorite little Wheek-wheeks (guinea pigs!) Toast and Bacon came in today for their nail trims today! Did you know one of the many sounds they make is called wheeking! Wheeking is the sound a guinea pig makes when it is hungry!

05/08/2024

Hudson here came in rocking some stylish pjs! Look how adorable he is in them.

05/02/2024

Sadie here decided a mud puddle was the best thing to play in the other morning! She said she was having an at home mud spa treatment she’s heard that us humans like so much and go and have done!

04/18/2024

Mochi here is so adorable and her duck pajamas! Isn’t she so cute!

04/17/2024

Sweet Maddy made it to her “D” day. She was only expected to live 2-4 months and here she is kicking cancer in the butt! Take that cancer!

04/05/2024

Mitzi here was all dressed up for Easter last weekend. Look how adorable she is!

04/05/2024

This is Miso, he’s a very cute boy, however, Miso decided that socks make a tasty snack. This is what happens when you eat socks. Miso has a PSA for all the dogs out there. “Don’t be a Miso. Don’t eat socks, they may taste yummy, but it’s not worth it in the end.”

Once Miso vomited up his sock, he got some meds to make him feel better, lots of love and got to go home. He’s feeling much better now that he’s no longer got a sock in his stomach, and thanks to his owners quick acting he was able to get to us and get this taken care of before it became a bigger problem.

04/05/2024

Cinnamon here is enjoy the fresh air and sunshine! Spring is in the air!

04/03/2024

Emmitt here had a fun beach day the other weekend! His family showed us these photos today. Look how happy he looks! He really loved his beach day!

04/01/2024

Happy belated Easter from Maddie the miracle! The Easter bunny stopped by her house this weekend and dropped off some super cute ears for her to wear.

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400 Montgomery Street
San Ramon, CA
94583

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

Telephone

+19258668500

Website

http://www.localvets.com/profile/bollinger-canyon-animal-hospital-san-ramon-california.html

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