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Ventura
2301 South Victoria Ave
Ventura, CA 93003
805.642.8562
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Thousand Oaks
2967 N. Moorpark Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
805.492.2436
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Critical Care/Emergency Medicine/Trauma Therapy
Our primary mission lies here. When your pet becomes ill and your family veterinarian is unavailable, you can count on us. When your pet is injured or needs emergency surgery, you can count on us. Our caring staff and doctors have the equipment and training to see that your pet receives the best possible care and we will do our best to keep you informed of your companion’s progress at every step.
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To help reduce the possibility of these acute life-threatening emergencies, we have a few recommendations.
- See your family veterinarian at least annually for a thorough exam and recommended diagnostic testing to insure your pet is not developing a health issue. Depending on your pet’s age, your veterinarian may recommend more frequent physical examinations, blood tests, urinalysis, radiographs or other diagnostics. Remember to follow your veterinarian’s recommendations for preventive care such as flea and tick control, deworming, etc.
- Never allow your pet outdoors unattended or off leash in an unfenced area. Even your yard can be dangerous considering rattlesnakes, coyotes, and certain lawn chemicals or pesticides.
- Monitor your pet closely around the garage. Just a small amount of antifreeze that may leak on the garage floor or driveway can be fatal to your pet. If you suspect your pet may have ingested any chemicals, this is an emergency. Have your pet seen immediately!
- Remember that snail bait and rat/mouse poisons are attractive to dogs and very dangerous. Keep all chemicals up and out of their reach.
- Chocolate contains a substance known as theobromine which is a caffeine-like substance that can cause serious gastrointestinal disturbances and cardiac arrhythmias. The toxicity is based on the amount of theobromine consumed per pound or kilogram weight of the animal. Certain types of chocolate like bakers or semi-sweet chocolate have more theobromine than other types such as milk chocolate.
- CALL YOUR VETERINARIAN OR THE PEC IMMEDIATELY IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR PET’S HEALTH.
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