How can something so good be so bad? Dogs probably love chocolate as much as their people do but unfortunately can have some serious consequences. The holidays have passed and there may still be lots of chocolate around the house. We will review why chocolate is bad for dogs and what to do if
More infoModern-day advances in medicine have certainly made the world safer for both humans and pets. But they don’t come without problems and side effects from time-time. Such is the case with several oral flea and tick preventives for pets. Recently, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) released a warning regarding oral flea and tick
More infoThis is a fairly common question we get asked here at Sunset, especially after we diagnose a cat with worms. This simple answer is yes, there are some parasites of cats that people can get from their cat. This is why it is very important to regularly check your cat for parasites during their wellness
More infoMany of you probably read Dr. Ruby’s excellent article on pets that eat poop, but this may have brought up another question in your mind-why does my dog or cat eat grass? Hopefully this article will answer this question and provide a little insight into this weird behavior. 1. It is Actually a
More infoGetting a new puppy or kitten is an exciting time for everyone in the family. We love seeing new puppies and kittens here at Sunset and the joy they bring to our pet parents. New puppies and kittens can be a lot of work as well. They need to be fed, provided water, potty-trained,
More infoRecently in the news, a puppy died during a flight after the owner was required to store the puppy’s carrier, with the puppy in it, in the overhead storage compartment — an arrangement that a flight attendant had reportedly insisted upon. We are Sunset Vet want to make sure your pet is always healthy
More infoAt one point or another, you’ve likely noticed your dog (or cat) scooting around the floor or ground on their bottom. Why do pets do this? The likely answer is fairly simple: Something is irritating your dog, and they’re trying to itch or affect the area, so it feels better. And while a rare and
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