Preparing Your Pet for their Annual Labwork
Here at Moorpark Vet, bloodwork is recommended annually starting at around six months of age for all pets. Additionally, urinalysis is recommended annually for all pets five years and older. It is in our pets’ best interest to check their internal organ function, complete blood count (CBC), electrolyte levels, and for heartworm disease and tick-borne … Continued
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month
If you’ve brought your dog in for a visit with us at Moorpark Vet, then you have probably heard our doctors stress the importance of heartworm prevention. You might be asking what exactly are heartworms and why is it so important to prevent them? Heartworms are parasites carried by mosquitoes that can infect your pet’s … Continued
Importance of Feline Preventive Care
How do we determine which cats need preventive care and which don’t? That’s easy! All cats, from kittens to seniors, need regular check ups to make sure they are healthy. During your cat’s preventive care exam, the doctor will check for a variety of things including signs of dental disease, obesity, and arthritis, especially in … Continued
National Pet Dental Health Month
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? Keeping up on your pet’s dental hygiene is just as important as keeping up on your own! According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs suffer from gum and dental disease by the time they are 3 years … Continued