Creature Comfort Holistic Veterinary Center

07/29/2021

Congratulations to out July Pets of the month, Bette Davis and Yuzu!! 💜☯️🐾🐈🐕

07/22/2021

Euthanasia is something no pet parent wants to think about, let alone ever be ready for. The final journey in your pet's life has been known to typically happen in a Veterinary hospital, but more and more pet parents are learning that the euthanasia process can take place in the comfort of their own home. Please give us a call and let us know if you'd like more information. We have multiple resources for pet hospice and home euthanasia care.

Euthanasia is something no pet parent wants to think about, let alone ever be ready for. The final journey in your pet's life has been known to typically happen in a Veterinary hospital, but more and more pet parents are learning that the euthanasia process can take place in the comfort of their own home. Please give us a call and let us know if you'd like more information. We have multiple resources for pet hospice and home euthanasia care.

07/21/2021

De-skunking your dog

We share our neighborhoods with skunks which oftentimes come into contact with dogs. Check out this helpful article about what to do if your dog gets sprayed by a skunk! Please also remember that skunks are a vital part of our environment and they deserve to be in our gardens and yards!

https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/de-skunking-your-dog

Skunks are everywhere--in the country and in the city--and if your dog gets sprayed, there are ways you can rid him of the scent without using your entire ketchup (or tomato juice) supply to do it.

07/20/2021

Tiki certainly knows what he wants! #tikituesday ☯️💜🍍🦜

Tiki certainly knows what he wants! #tikituesday ☯️💜🍍🦜

07/19/2021

Monday vibes with this cutie have our staff feeling good! Have a great week, everyone!!💜☯️🐕

Monday vibes with this cutie have our staff feeling good! Have a great week, everyone!!💜☯️🐕

07/16/2021

Take the Bite out of Mosquitoes and Heartworms

An informative article about heartworm disease in pets. Creature Comfort offers oral and topical heartworm preventions for dogs and cats! it just takes one bite for your pet to become infected with heartworm disease =(

https://www.zoetispetcare.com/blog/article/take-bite-mosquitoes-heartworms

Because it can take just one infected mosquito biting your pet to cause a debilitating heartworm infection, take the following steps to help protect your pets.

07/15/2021

Oral health exams are not only focused on your pet's teeth. Masses and growths on the gingival tissue can also cause many problems that can lead to bad breath, poor appetite and much more.

Oral health exams are not only focused on your pet's teeth. Masses and growths on the gingival tissue can also cause many problems that can lead to bad breath, poor appetite and much more.

07/14/2021

Dr. Herter sure does baby her patients!! Cuddles are part of the Creature Comfort experience ♥️☯️🐾🥰

Dr. Herter sure does baby her patients!! Cuddles are part of the Creature Comfort experience ♥️☯️🐾🥰

07/13/2021

It's a special edition of #sharkweek2021 #tikituesday! Tiki wants you to know that it's safe to go into the water because he has the shark distracted! Happy swimming! 💙🍍🦜🦈

07/12/2021

It's Monday... let's fly off to somewhere else... #MondayMotivation #pettravel 🐾☯️♥️🛩🐕

It's Monday... let's fly off to somewhere else... #MondayMotivation #pettravel 🐾☯️♥️🛩🐕

07/09/2021

Ana finds herself with a willing assistant during our lunchtime break 🐾♥️🐶🍉

Ana finds herself with a willing assistant during our lunchtime break 🐾♥️🐶🍉

07/08/2021

Did you know for puppies, kittens and smaller pets we use a baby scale to obtain accurate weight? Generally we use this smaller scale on pets up to about 20 lbs!♥️🐾☯️

Did you know for puppies, kittens and smaller pets we use a baby scale to obtain accurate weight? Generally we use this smaller scale on pets up to about 20 lbs!♥️🐾☯️

07/07/2021

Got a cat who is hard to keep indoors? Try using a bird safe cat collar! The bright colors on your kitty are very visible to wild birds and it helps them notice your kitty a lot easier. Also place bells on your kitty collar that even jingle when your kitty thinks they're being sneaky! Outdoor kitties are a huge problem to wildlife, especially birds. #birdcollar #wildlife #petsafety #songbirds

07/06/2021

Is it safe to come out, yet?
#tikituesday 🎆🍍🦜♥️

07/05/2021

Last night was rough for many pets. May your recovery Monday be a smooth one for you and your frightened furry family members💜

Last night was rough for many pets. May your recovery Monday be a smooth one for you and your frightened furry family members💜

07/04/2021

Wishing you, your pets and your family a very Happy Fourth of July! Thank you so much to our Service men and women, past and present for protecting our beautiful country. Enjoy your day but please be safe!!
Creature Comfort Holistic will be closed on Monday July 5th in observation of the holiday. We will reopen at 9 am on Tuesday July 6th. 🐾🐶☯️🇺🇸🎆

Wishing you, your pets and your family a very Happy Fourth of July! Thank you so much to our Service men and women, past and present for protecting our beautiful country. Enjoy your day but please be safe!!
Creature Comfort Holistic will be closed on Monday July 5th in observation of the holiday. We will reopen at 9 am on Tuesday July 6th. 🐾🐶☯️🇺🇸🎆

07/03/2021

We thought this new little cutie was a very young coyote at first glance! What an adorable chihuahua mix! Welcome to our family little one!☯️🐶🐾💜

We thought this new little cutie was a very young coyote at first glance! What an adorable chihuahua mix! Welcome to our family little one!☯️🐶🐾💜

07/02/2021

Our friend Buddy has the most stunning eyes... and a big smile that can only mean the weekend is almost here! We hope you have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend! 💙🐾🐶☯️

07/01/2021

8 Homemade Frozen Dog Treats

With weather Temps increasing, check out these yummy doggy friendly popsicle and other frozen treats recipes! They're Tail waggin' totally tasty!! 🥰💜🐾🐶🍨🍦🍉

As the weather heats up, the freezer is your friend. Enter: frozen dog treats. These goodies are not only super-easy to make, they're also healthy!

06/30/2021

5 surprising reasons you should meditate with your animals - Kathleen Prasad's Animal Reiki Source

On this Wellness Wednesday, check out these reasons why we recommend meditating with your pets 🐾☯️

So you’ve bought your meditation cushion and chosen your favorite meditation position. You’ve contemplated and picked your mantra or visualization. You’ve found a quiet time of day to practice. You’re ready to start meditating, right? Maybe not. What if you were missing the most important th...

06/29/2021

Check out our pre July 4th stray/loose pet PSA by our Lead Veterinary Technician, Stormy and special guest helper, Brownie! 🐾💙🇺🇸🎆☯️

06/29/2021

While we're still offering Curbside Care to our wonderful clients, Tiki looks forward to welcoming you back into our hospital soon! We will be sure to let you know when we are ready to see you with your furry family members in our hospital again!
#tikituesday ♥️🍍🦜☯️

While we're still offering Curbside Care to our wonderful clients, Tiki looks forward to welcoming you back into our hospital soon! We will be sure to let you know when we are ready to see you with your furry family members in our hospital again!
#tikituesday ♥️🍍🦜☯️

06/28/2021

Lost Cat :: Buster -- orange tabby

Hello! We really could use your help in finding a very sweet kitty named Buster. He is a neutered 9 year old orange tabby. Buster was lost this morning around 9:00AM around the hospital at the intersection of MacArthur Blvd and Boston Ave. He was last seen on the west side of Boston Ave between Palmetto St and MacArthur Blvd. He was jumping over a fence between backyards. Buster is a strictly indoor kitty so will be very anxious being outside. He may be hiding under a bush, under a porch or another area where he can feel safe. We appreciate any help you can offer.. Thank you! (510) 530-1373

https://nextdoor.com/p/2jL6wscwncsd?utm_content=c&utm_source=share&extras=NjMzMzUxMjU%3D

Hello Neighbors! We really could use your help in finding a very sweet kitty named Buster. He is a neutered 9 year old orange tabby. Bust...

06/28/2021

Car Travel With Pets: 10 Tips for Safety and Security

Get moving this Monday with these informative pet travel tips!!🐕🐾🚗

Use these tips for safe travel with your dog, whether it is flying on a plane or traveling a short distance (or long distance) by car or train.

06/26/2021

"Like us, our animal family experiences physical and behavioral changes throughout life. Inflammation, coldness, over-excitement, depression, anxiety, weakness or injury happens. Whether acute or chronic situations, the ancient Chinese Medicine system of the Five Forces of Nature tracks and offers re-balancing solutions to restore healthy well-being. It is a preventative and restorative health system. Each of the Five Forces represent different parts – Wood (Liver), Fire (Heart), Earth (Stomach), Metal (Lung) and Water (Kidney). Each of these plays out in everyday life."

-Dr. Cheryl Schwartz, DVM

"Like us, our animal family experiences physical and behavioral changes throughout life. Inflammation, coldness, over-excitement, depression, anxiety, weakness or injury happens. Whether acute or chronic situations, the ancient Chinese Medicine system of the Five Forces of Nature tracks and offers re-balancing solutions to restore healthy well-being. It is a preventative and restorative health system. Each of the Five Forces represent different parts – Wood (Liver), Fire (Heart), Earth (Stomach), Metal (Lung) and Water (Kidney). Each of these plays out in everyday life."

-Dr. Cheryl Schwartz, DVM

06/25/2021

Hot weather brings many dangers to our pets. Leaving pets in hot cars can turn lethal in no time at all. Please use extra caution on warm days!

Hot weather brings many dangers to our pets. Leaving pets in hot cars can turn lethal in no time at all. Please use extra caution on warm days!

06/24/2021

Pets show signs of allergies in several different ways. Here are some possible signs your animal friend may have allergies:

Most common itching in one area or all over the body. This itching can lead to:
· Hair loss
· Red, inflamed or infected skin (this includes “hot spots”)
· Head shaking or scratching at the ears
· Rubbing face against furniture or carpet
· Scratching, licking or chewing paws or other areas of the body

Less common symptoms can include: coughing, sneezing or wheezing (sometimes accompanied by runny eyes or nose)

Seasonal allergies are a nuisance for sure; however, they can be more than that. They can lead to serious and painful secondary health problems like skin or ear infections. If you see your any of these signs, please give us a call.

We are here and ready to partner with you in your animal family’s wellness!

Pets show signs of allergies in several different ways. Here are some possible signs your animal friend may have allergies:

Most common itching in one area or all over the body. This itching can lead to:
· Hair loss
· Red, inflamed or infected skin (this includes “hot spots”)
· Head shaking or scratching at the ears
· Rubbing face against furniture or carpet
· Scratching, licking or chewing paws or other areas of the body

Less common symptoms can include: coughing, sneezing or wheezing (sometimes accompanied by runny eyes or nose)

Seasonal allergies are a nuisance for sure; however, they can be more than that. They can lead to serious and painful secondary health problems like skin or ear infections. If you see your any of these signs, please give us a call.

We are here and ready to partner with you in your animal family’s wellness!

06/23/2021

10 Ways to Relieve Your Dog's Fireworks Anxiety ✨ Dogs and Fireworks Tips

With fireworks and loud noises already in the air, here's a great article with some great tips on how to support your pet during this stressful time!

To a dog, fireworks are terrifying. Their survival instinct makes them naturally afraid of loud noises not to mention bright, erratic, explosions in the sky. So we recommend trying some of the following tips to make firework season less stressful for your dog.

06/23/2021

Nalima made herself a very expressive foxy friend! We love our pomeranian pals!💜🐾☯️🐶

Nalima made herself a very expressive foxy friend! We love our pomeranian pals!💜🐾☯️🐶

06/22/2021

When you're enjoying the pool and you get out and wait for someone to hand you a towel. #tikituesday 💜☯️🍍🦜🏊‍♂️

06/22/2021

Congratulations to our June Pet of the Month winners! Tumble representing team kitty and Mitzi representing Team doggy! Thank you so much for entering and enjoy your prizes!! Each pet winner of pet of the month wins a $25 credit to their patient account, a bag of yummy treats and more!! Our Pet of the Month contest can be entered easily and free of charge! Enter your furry family member today!

06/17/2021

Joey the occicat is waiting for cooler weather! How about you? ☯️🐾💙🐱

Joey the occicat is waiting for cooler weather! How about you? ☯️🐾💙🐱

06/16/2021

Proper grooming and care of pets with longer fur is very important, especially if they're enjoying the great outdoors! Long unkempt fur can become severely matted and house things like foxtails and other sharp plant material. In addition, matted fur pulls on the pet's skin, causing much discomfort. Have long fur pets groomed regularly, especially around the face, ears, feet, belly and tail. They'll sure thank you for it! 💙🐾🐶☯️💈

06/15/2021

Heads up to Pet Parents who visit Point Isabel!!! Please share to spread awareness!!!

06/15/2021

Tiki takes time out of his busy day to get some good quality scritches. ♥️🍍🦜💕☯️ #tikituesday