Living in the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles area, most of us have either had a run-in with a rattlesnake or know someone who has.  With the weather changing and the summer days drawing near, now is the time to get your dog protected against rattlesnakes.  We offer the rattlesnake vaccine here at BHSAH, and highly recommend vaccinated your dog, especially if you will be traking your pup on hiking adventures this summer.  If you would like to learn more about this vaccine and find out if it is right for your dog, give us a call or visit Red Rock Biologics (the makers of the rattlesnake vaccine).

There will be no doctor services available from 1pm to 4pm.

The office will still be open for limited tech services, as well as regular office services (Rx/Food pick up, boarding drop offs, etc).

We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.

"Wanna go for a car ride?"

On April 28, 2010 Dr Suehiro and many of our technicians attended a seminar about vomiting in cats and dogs given by Dr Todd R Tams, DVM, Dipl AVCIM.  They received a lot of great new information on how to treat our pets.

A few years ago, Pfizer Animal Health introduced a drug called Cerenia, the first FDA approved medicine to prevent motion sickness in dogs.  We have personally found it to be extremely effective. This was further solidified by Dr Tams vote of confidence in the drug as the superior form of treatment for vomiting.  It can be used for acute vomiting spells, or given as a preventative in pets that have a tendency to get car sick.

With the summer travel season quickly approaching, it was a great opportunity for our staff to get the latest medical updates on treating the ailments that affect our pets during this time.

Our eco-friendly courtyard.

Master Gardener and Los Angeles-based artist, Lucila Caro, has designed some new landscaping for the animal hospital. We hope it will make yours and your pets’ time here more relaxing and enjoyable. Lucila will be introducing a number of California native plants to our grounds, as well as some beautiful raised bed gardens in our courtyard. We are very excited for these changes and would love to hear what you think.

Some lovely natives for the hospital's front.

Please visit the “Adoptions” page in our Pet Gallery to meet some lovely pups and kitties who are looking for homes! And if you know a dog or cat who is in need of a family, please add them to the page! this will be updated regularly.

Dr S ziplining though Costa Rica.

I attended a four day seminar in March 2010 entitled, “Managing Common Feline Problems” in Jaco, Costa Rica.

The seminar was team taught in sections by three specialists:

Feline Infectious Diseases by Dr Michael Lappin

Feline Surgery by Dr. Catriona MacPhail

Feline Dermatology by Dr. Craig Griffin.

Dr Suehiro at the base of a beautiful waterfall.

I was able to obtain good information on a few new diagnostic and treatment modalities for feline rhinitis, stomatitis, atopy, asthma, and various gastrointestinal diseases.I also manged to get in some good sights and adventures during my time there.  I strongly believe that a big part of being a good veterinarian is to never stop learning ways to improve the lives of our pets.  It is an ongoing process; it doesn’t stop after you graduate vet school.

Dr Suehiro and a couple Costa Rican natives enjoying the great evening weather.

Dr Suehiro, Dr McFrederick (a WSU classmate) and two other vets from the conference at a Jaco restaurant.

Dr Winters never stops working!

We had a great day in the park. Thanks to all of the friends and pets that came out to say hello! Go take a look at the photos on our Flickr page.

Don’t forget! We will be at Woofstock 90210 this Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 11am-4pm at Roxbury Park in Beverly Hills.  A majority of our staff will be there (including Dr Winters and Dr Favinsky) answering questions and hanging out with our favorite BH clients and pets.  Come say hello. Pick up some goodies provided by Pfizer Animal Health and if you adopt a pet at Woofstock, come pick up your free dog or puppy kit. It will help you and your new friend get a head start on a long happy life together.  See you there!!!!

Get more info HERE.

If it is an emergency, please contact Animal Surgical and Emergency Center at 310-473-1561.

If your pet is at our hospital or you will be bringing your pet in and need to reach us, feel free to call Melanie, our hospital manager, at (805) 428-4789.

We apologize for any inconvenience!  Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding!

Come visit us at our booth at Woofstock 90210.

It will be held at the beautiful Roxbury Park in Beverly Hills.  Dr Winters is heading a team of BHSAH staffers who will be there to talk to you about your precious pet and also hand out some goodies.  Last year was a blast, and this year will be even better. So put a leash on your furry friend and come join in the fun! Admission is free and there will be over 45 retail vendors, food vendors, and a pet parade. Click HERE for more information.

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!