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Doggy Dementia: Cognitive Dysfunction Signs in Pets As pets age, they can suffer from impaired mental function, similar to elderly people with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Many of the signs associated with cognitive dysfunction in pets are chalked up to old age. However,...

How Monitoring Equipment Keeps Your Pet Safe During Anesthesia Here at Poway Animal Hospital, we understand that many pet owners worry about putting their beloved companion under anesthesia, whether for an elective procedure, or a life-saving surgery. However, our...

Summertime Grooming Do’s and Don’ts Grooming your furry pal is a vital part of pet ownership. A pampering grooming not only helps your pet look good, but also keeps their skin and fur healthy. Extreme temperatures require different grooming techniques to keep your...

3 Cool Ways to Help Your Pet Beat the Heat As we enter the dog days of summer, pooches—and cats—are feeling the heat. Instead of sitting in front of the air-conditioning unit all summer long, our team at Poway Animal Hospital has put together a list of cool tricks, to...

Managing Your Furry Coworker: 3 Tips for Working From Home With Your Pet This year, Take Your Dog to Work Day falls on June 26. Normally, you’d be delighted to schlepp your furry pal to the office, but this year is different. You may be working remotely, which means...

How to Introduce a New Cat Into Your Household June is not only Adopt a Shelter Cat Month but also marks the height of kitten season, the result of increased feline breeding this time of year. Animal shelters and rescues overflow with cats of all ages and...

Like children, young pets thrive on stability, consistency, and a set routine. Knowing what to expect each day reduces a pet’s stress and anxiety, which are common causes of behavioral issues. Here at Poway Animal Hospital, we have made a list of three reasons why you...

When was the last time you brushed your pet’s teeth? If you answered never, you aren’t alone. Most pets develop the early stages of periodontal disease by three years of age, and keeping their pearly whites healthy is often an uphill battle for pet owners. Why your...