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According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, the incidence of heartworm across the country is up.  As you may already know, potentially deadly heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, and it only takes one bite to infect a pet. Once infected, heartworm can do severe damage to a pet’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Sadly, many … Read moreHeartworm Prevention

Fleas are little blood suckers that can cause problems not only for your pet, but for you and your home as well. Hot spots, dermatitis, tapeworm and anemia are some of the risks a pet faces when they are infested with fleas. An adult female flea can lay up to 40 eggs per day and … Read moreFlea Prevention

Your pet’s endocrine system is similar to your own and consists of a system of glands (including the adrenal gland, ovaries, pancreas, parathyroid glands, pituitary gland, testes, and thyroid gland) that are the source of hormones that regulate the body. Diseases of the endocrine system include:  Many of these conditions are life-threatening, so catching and … Read moreEndocrinology

Sonoma Valley Pet Clinic believes that a trip to the veterinarian doesn’t need to be a terrifying experience for your dog or cat! That’s why our doctors and staff members have completed extensive training and inspection so that we could become a certified Fear Free veterinary hospital.  By using specific Fear Free techniques, we can … Read moreFear Free Visits

It’s never easy to say goodbye to a beloved pet, and we want to help make that difficult time more manageable by providing compassionate hospice and euthanasia services for your pet. In addition to a quiet “comfort room” at the hospital where you can say goodbye to your pet, we also offer at-home hospice and … Read moreEuthanasia

Although found most often in older pets, heart conditions can affect pets at any age. Heart disease is usually a life-threatening health issue, but we offer diagnostics and therapies which could help extend your pet’s life. If caught soon enough, some forms of heart disease can even be cured. Heart disease can lead to congestive … Read moreCardiology

Dental care is the foundation of proper oral hygiene and is an important part of your pet’s daily life, see why annual dental cleanings are needed to maintain a clean bill of health.

Proper nutrition is the cornerstone of general wellbeing, but correct feeding is more complicated than you think.