3. Make a Special Doggy Dinner
If you want to make sure your dog is part of the festivities, then you can. Buy a little extra turkey (like a leg) and remove the skin and simmer it on the stove top with some dog approved veggies. Let it simmer down, cool, and then strip the meat from the bone and serve your dog his very own Thanksgiving dinner.
4. Be Prepared for an Emergency
There's no telling what can happen when food, activities and fur come together for this fateful holiday. Have the contact number for your veterinarian, the nearest animal hospital and pet poison helpline (1-855-213-6680) readily available, lest you be unprepared for a medical emergency.
1. Pay Special Attention to the Food
Your Thanksgiving meal, while delicious, will be chock-full of things on a dog’s no-no list. That includes turkey, which is often stuffed and basted in fats to crisp the skin and make the meat moist, mashed potatoes with gravy and onions, stuffing, and, well, pretty much everything else. So please, no table scraps.
2. Stop the Begging
We know, we know, this is an impossible task. Be crafty instead. Keep healthy treats or something especially prepared for your dog on the table and feed him that when he begs. Of course, we know this shouldn’t become a habit, but it’s that time of year when well-meaning guests may slip your pooch delicious morsels. So set up the ground rules beforehand and either have one person in charge of feeding the begging dog, or outfit every one with a few healthy dog treats and make sure they are the only things to be given to the dog.
Consult a Professional
Use Electromagnetism
Though it may sound like voodoo, some experts believe your pet can become sensitized to the electromagnetic radiation caused by lightning strikes. One possible way to shield your dog or cat from these potentially fear-provoking waves involves using commercial products such as calming collars or storm shirts/capes.
3. Use Desensitization
2. Counteract the Noise
Distracting your pet with the TV, radio—classical
music works well—or other "white noise" is will work to combat sounds
of thunderstorms, fireworks and the like. Just make sure your
alternative to the fearful sounds is not being played at a deafening
decibel too. This may inadvertently add to your pet’s stress level.
1. Provide a Safe Spot
Whether it's a closet or a crate, it's good for
dogs and cats to have a go-to place for relaxing or hiding away. A
closet or crate, when your pet seeks out such a space, can provide a
safe and secure feeling, much like a den. However, if a crate or closet
creates more anxiety, it should not be used. Very often, a crate is more
effective if your pet has grown up using a crate since they were young.
Five Tips for Calming Your Pet During Thunderstorms
Loud Noise Anxieties
Along with the fun and sun, the summer months also brings with them loud noises, such as fireworks and thunderstorms, which often trigger a fearful reaction in pets. Unfortunately, some pets express fear by being destructive, excessive barking, or other anxious behavior such as cowering, drooling, or shaking. To alleviate the stress, consider following these five tips.
Step 4: Get Help
If further treatment is required, transport your pet to your veterinarian, or the closest veterinary emergency facility. Have someone safely watch your pet while driving in order to prevent distraction. Some special guidelines may be necessary to prevent human exposure to certain toxins, such as zinc phosphide or flammable materials.
Step 3: Do NOT give anything unless instructed to
Many people will think they are helping their pet
by giving home remedies they may have heard of before, such as milk,
salt, aspirin, etc. Adverse reactions to these home remedies can
sometimes be more significant than the toxicity itself. Stay calm and do
not give anything to your pet unless instructed to by a veterinarian.
Step 2: Call the Pet Poison Helpline (855-213-6680)
Step 2: Call the Pet Poison Helpline (855-213-6680)
Once you have gathered, contact the Pet Poison Helpline at 1-855-213-6680. They can determine if the exposure is considered toxic, and if additional treatment is necessary. For ingested toxins, induction of vomiting is commonly performed, but can be contraindicated in some toxins (such as with hydrocarbons, batteries, corrosives, etc) or in some conditions (neurologic symptoms, respiratory difficulty, etc). For contact toxins, bathing with liquid dish soap is often necessary.
What to do if Your Pet is Poisoned
Poison Control for Dogs, Cats
By Alex Molldrem, DVMWhen a pet is poisoned, quick and appropriate action is vital to your pet’s outcome. But do you know what to do? Here are four simple steps that may help save your pet’s life someday.
Dental disease most commonly begins when plaque and calculus build up on your pet's teeth, especially below the gum line. Bad breath, gingivitis, and loose teeth are signs of dental disease. Untreated dental disease in dogs and cats can lead to serious and life threatening illness, including kidney and heart related problems.
TLC Pet Medical Centers offers both anesthetic and anesthesia-free dental cleaning options. We have state-of-the-art high speed air driven dental equipment for scaling and polishing.
At TLC Pet Medical Center, our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest in veterinary diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including: A complete in-house laboratory for quick and accurate blood, urine and fluid testing; Digital X-ray, which provides a better quality image than traditional film radiographs, ECG, blood pressure, and blood oxygen level monitoring for our surgical and critical patients; Oxygen, heat, and humidity-controlled critical care incubators; High-resolution digital ultrasound, allowing for the best possible image to assist in an accurate diagnosis; and, state of the art dentistry and dental surgery, with specialized digital X ray.
Our Intensive Care Unit provides the highest standard of care, from the critically ill to stable post-operative patients. Our ICU is always open and is staffed by both veterinarians and technicians 24 hours a day to provide the best quality of veterinary care 365 days a year.
TLC Senior Wellness Care
Dogs and Cats are considered senior after 7 years of age. As our pets age, they can encounter many of the same medical conditions that we as humans encounter. Some of these conditions are arthritis, diabetes, and organ failure.
TLC Senior Wellness CareKeep in mind that every year for your pet is equal to 5-7 human years. Medical conditions change more quickly as people and pets age because of the difference in years. Taking care of our pets as they age is a little different than when they are younger.
Common Health Problems of Older Cats & Dogs
Periodontal disease is the most common problem of senior dogs and cats. It often can lead to kidney, liver and heart problems.
Obesity increases your pet’s risk of diabetes and liver disease and can lead to serious arthritis and back problems.
Endocrine diseases including diabetes and high and low thyroid can have profound effects on all major body systems.
Kidney and liver diseaseKidney and liver disease can lead to serious chemical imbalances, anemia, poor immunity, bleeding and altered mental function. Kidney disease is a major problem in older cats.
Cancers and tumors are common but over 80% may be curable if caught and treated early.
Heart disease can lead to weakness, difficulty breathing, fatigue and an inability to exercise.
Arthritis and spinal diseases are very common and cause pain, lameness and altered bowel and bladder function.
Maureen Roberts, DVM
I grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina and graduated from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. I have an undergraduate biology degree from UNC-Chapel Hill. In 2004, I completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Animal Specialty Group in Los Angeles.
I have been with TLC since 2004, and since 2006 I’ve been the resident “vampire,” working the overnight shift from 6 PM to 8 AM.
I enjoy running and competing in short-distance triathlons and I’m currently training for my first marathon. I also enjoy reading (and attending the TLC Book Club), knitting, and a Japanese embroidery craft called temari. I hate cooking, but I love to eat!
In 2008, I finally admitted I’m a California girl now, and bought a house in Pasadena, where I live with my dogs Laika, Darcy, and Kate.
Dr. Linnaea Scott
Dr. Linnaea Scott graduated from University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002 with honors. Upon graduation, she immediately moved back to the Golden State, and pursued an internship at Sacramento Animal Medical Group in small animal medicine and surgery.
Dr. Scott joined the TLC family in 2006. It is a great joy for her to serve the community that she grew up in. She enjoys general practice, surgery, and emergency medicine. She also enjoys mentoring local high school students. “This really is the most fantastic profession, no doubt about it. We are so lucky to combine science, medicine, community service, etc. in a profession that challenges us and inspires us on a daily basis.”
In her free time, Dr. Scott enjoys vegan cooking, gardening, and spending time with her wonderful family. Dr. Scott’s dog Ellie (pictured) is a parvo survivor who sometimes donates blood to parvo victims at TLC. Ellie’s a pit bull mix, but the cats of the house keep her in line!
Valerie Tesauro, DVM
Dr. Tesauro received her veterinary degree from the University of California at Davis in 1994 after completing her undergraduate work in zoology at Cal Poly Pomona. She has been practicing in the San Gabriel Valley since 1994.
While predominately a canine and feline medicine practitioner, she also enjoys working with small mammals such as rabbits, rodents, chinchillas and ferrets. Dr. Tesauro moved to California from New York in 1977. After spending eight years haunting the barns at summer camp in Connecticut, she knew that she was destined to work with animals in some capacity. After resigning herself to the fact that eight years of higher education were unavoidable, she foraged ahead to become a small animal veterinarian.
Dr. Tesauro is an avid baseball fan, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are a source of great joy and disappointment to her at times! Her spare time is spent with her husband Jeff, as well as their toy poodle Rally and Badger, the basic black rescue cat. Other interests include travel, fine food and wine, cooking, hiking and reading. Future plans include golf lessons…
Lori Pickell
Lori Pickell, DVM graduated from Texas A & M University College of
Veterinary Medicine in 1990 with honors. She has practiced in the
Pasadena community for more than 15 years and has worked for TLC for
over 4 years.
She enjoys working in the community she lives in and resides with her 2 children, 2 cats, a tortoise, 2 rats, a gecko and a frog.
She enjoys working in the community she lives in and resides with her 2 children, 2 cats, a tortoise, 2 rats, a gecko and a frog.
TaMarra Woodling, DVM
Dr. TaMarra Woodling graduated from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. Prior to relocating to California and joining TLC in 2011, she completed a small animal internship with Garden State Veterinary Specialists.
Dr. Woodling has worked in both general practice and emergency medicine, and enjoys combining both of these passions in her current position. She believes that there is an opportunity to learn something new every day, and finds client education and compassionate patient care to be the most important aspects of her work.
Dr. Woodling spends her time away from the clinic visiting nearby beach communities, exploring new children's activities and destinations with her family, discovering new recipes, and occasionally finding a minute to read novels and write good, old-fashioned letters to family. She shares her home with Jezabel,a rescue dog from the streets of New Jersey, as well as three rescue cats (Bart, Lily, and Sashi), an adopted corn snake named Tallulah, and a Betta fish named Boop.
TLC has chosen each of its staff veterinarians based on their demonstrated academic excellence, training and kind and caring hearts. At TLC, we pride ourselves on the fact that most of our doctors have been employed with us for greater than 5 years, which shows their committment to our clients and patients.
Common Health Problems of Older Cats & Dogs
Periodontal disease is the most common problem of senior dogs and cats. It often can lead to kidney, liver and heart problems.
Obesity increases your pet’s risk of diabetes and liver disease and can lead to serious arthritis and back problems.
Endocrine diseases including diabetes and high and low thyroid can have profound effects on all major body systems.
Kidney and liver disease can lead to serious chemical imbalances, anemia, poor immunity, bleeding and altered mental function. Kidney disease is a major problem in older cats.
Cancers and tumors are common but over 80% may be curable if caught and treated early.
Heart disease can lead to weakness, difficulty breathing, fatigue and an inability to exercise.
Arthritis and spinal diseases are very common and cause pain, lameness and altered bowel and bladder function.
TLC Recommendations for Senior Pets
Bi-annual Physical Exams
Bi-annual blood work
Bi-annual Urinalysis
Chest x-rays
Annual Parasite Evaluation
Annual Heartworm Test
Annual Vaccinations
At TLC Pet Medical Center, our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest in veterinary diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including: A complete in-house laboratory for quick and accurate blood, urine and fluid testing; Digital X-ray, which provides a better quality image than traditional film radiographs, ECG, blood pressure, and blood oxygen level monitoring for our surgical and critical patients; Oxygen, heat, and humidity-controlled critical care incubators; High-resolution digital ultrasound, allowing for the best possible image to assist in an accurate diagnosis; and, state of the art dentistry and dental surgery, with specialized digital X ray.
Dental disease most commonly begins when plaque and calculus build up on your pet's teeth, especially below the gum line. Bad breath, gingivitis, and loose teeth are signs of dental disease. Untreated dental disease in dogs and cats can lead to serious and life threatening illness, including kidney and heart related problems.
TLC Pet Medical Centers offers both anesthetic and anesthesia-free dental cleaning options. We have state-of-the-art high speed air driven dental equipment for scaling and polishing.
If your pet has bad breath or visible tartar, make an appointment for a dental exam and your TLC veterinarian will let you know if a dental cleaning is in order and which type of dental cleaning will best serve your special pet. Digital dental radiography allows our vets to identify the severity of your pet’s dental disease. All pets anesthetized for a dental are provided with IV fluids, extensive anesthetic monitoring (EKG, blood pressure, PulseOx), and pain medication as needed.
Doctors on premises 24/7 to provide:
24 Hour Veterinary Care with heart and soul
General Wellness and Emergency & Critical Care
Regional Veterinary Trauma Center Serving the San Gabriel Valley
About Our ICU
Our Intensive Care Unit provides the highest standard of care, from the
critically ill to stable post-operative patients. Our ICU is always open
and is staffed by both veterinarians and technicians 24 hours a day to
provide the best quality of veterinary care 365 days a year.
At TLC we use digital radiography and ultrasound to further evaluate our patients internally when necessary. Radiographs (x-rays) and ultrasound image internal structures differently and therefore compliment each other. Radiographs typically evaluate dense structures like bone or gas filled organs like the lungs the best, whereas ultrasound is better at evaluating soft organs like the liver, spleen, and heart for example.
TLC uses a digital system which allows us to easily copy these images for referral purposes or to send them over the internet for further evaluation by a Radiologist. Digital radiography offers may other advantages when compared to radiographs taken on film.
At TLC we use digital radiography and ultrasound to further evaluate our patients internally when necessary. Radiographs (x-rays) and ultrasound image internal structures differently and therefore compliment each other. Radiographs typically evaluate dense structures like bone or gas filled organs like the lungs the best, whereas ultrasound is better at evaluating soft organs like the liver, spleen, and heart for example.
TLC uses a digital system which allows us to easily copy these images for referral purposes or to send them over the internet for further evaluation by a Radiologist. Digital radiography offers may other advantages when compared to radiographs taken on film.
The Senior Pet at home
There are many things that we recommend to our clients to do at home with their senior pets. Your awareness of your pet’s physical condition and habits will be one of the biggest keys in preventing and catching health problems early.
Monitor food and water intake. Your pet should have fresh food and water daily
Monitor feces and urine production. Watch for any changes in color and consistency. Make sure that your pet is going to the bathroom without any straining or other problems.
Monitor your pet for any signs of lameness or stiffness in his or her legs. Arthritis can show up early in some dogs and cats. There are medications that can help with the pain and joint function, and other treatment if necessary.
Watch for any significant weight loss or gain. Certain medical conditions can cause this to occur and early detection is important!
Keep your senior pet on an exercise regime. Exercise is good for your older pet. It will help to stimulate your pet’s mind and keep his or her body strong. Laying around all of the time will cause any body to deteriorate faster!
Continue to play with and train your pet to keep his or her senses sharp. You can use the same training techniques from when your pet was younger to help stimulate his or her mind along with teaching new tricks.
Feed an appropriate diet. As your pet ages the kind of food they are on needs to be changed to a senior dog or cat food. Your TLC veterinarian will make a recommendation, when appropriate.
Keep your TLC veterinarian informed of any changes in your pet’s behavior or attitude.
Puppy Plan - Only $190
Puppies need preventive health care, training, good nutrition, as well as a lot of love. We have tried to make the first part as easy as the last part with our Puppy Wellness Program which includes the following:
Initial examination and pre-spay or pre-neuter examination (2)
Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvo vaccination (DHPP) series (usually 3-4)
Bordetella vaccination (1) Rabies vaccination (1)
Fecal exam for parasites (1)
De-worming with Sentinel® (2)
20% discount on spay or neuter fees
TLC offers this discounted plan (which has a normal retail value of $445**) so we can get to know you and your special pet from the get-go. Our doctors and staff enjoy building long term relationships with our clients and patients and look forward to many years of good health together!
The respiratory system includes all of the organs associated with
breathing: the nose, mouth, larynx, upper & lower airways, and of
course, the lungs!
Symptoms of respiratory emergencies include rapid, noisy or difficult breathing, choking, coughing and weakness. Causes of respiratory problems include infections, inhalation of smoke or other irritating gases, inhalation of foreign material, and paralysis of the muscles of the larynx. Our hospital is equipped with oxygen cages and nebulizers, to treat your pet's respiratory illness. In addition, TLC has digital radiology which provides detailed radiographs for rapid diagnosis of your pet’s medical condition.
Symptoms of respiratory emergencies include rapid, noisy or difficult breathing, choking, coughing and weakness. Causes of respiratory problems include infections, inhalation of smoke or other irritating gases, inhalation of foreign material, and paralysis of the muscles of the larynx. Our hospital is equipped with oxygen cages and nebulizers, to treat your pet's respiratory illness. In addition, TLC has digital radiology which provides detailed radiographs for rapid diagnosis of your pet’s medical condition.
TLC is proud to serve as a Regional Veterinary Emergency & Trauma Center to the communities of: Pasadena, South Pasadna, La Crescenta, Flintridge, Altadena, San Marino, Alhambra, Glendale, Highland Park, San Gabriel, Monterey Park, Eagle Rock, Sirra Madre, Rosemead, Arcadia and surrounding areas... In addition - local Police Departments, incuding the LAPD, South Pasadena Police Department, Pasadena Police Department and others trust TLC to care for their injured or ill police dogs.
Dr. Johanne Lu
Dr. Johanne Lu received her veterinary degree from the University of California at Davis in 2004 and completed her undergraduate work at the University of California at Berkley in 2000. She successfully completed an internship at Animal Specialty Group in 2005. Dr. Lu enjoys the variety of general practice and has a passion for surgery.
Dr. Lu is a vegan and shares a home with her dog, Jezebel and cat, Diesel; both are rescues. In her free time she likes to snowboard and travel the world.
Dr. Tesauro
Dr. Tesauro received her veterinary degree from the University of California at Davis in 1994 after completing her undergraduate work in zoology at Cal Poly Pomona. She has been practicing in the San Gabriel Valley since 1994.
Doctors on premises 24/7 to provide:
24 Hour Veterinary Care with heart and soul
General Wellness and Emergency & Critical Care
Regional Veterinary Trauma Center Serving the San Gabriel Valley
TLC Mission Statement
People and pets share a special bond; pets love unconditionally and enhance the lives of those fortunate enough to enjoy their companionship. TLC's goal is to honor this special bond by providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care in an environment that is loving and nurturing.
History of TLC
TLC Pet Medical Centers was founded by Matthew Krieger and Howie Baker, DVM in June of 1999. Matt and Howie set out to create a special veterinary practice; one that provided cutting edge veterinary medical care with heart and soul.
Both Matt (as a consumer) and Howie (as a veterinarian) found that the veterinary community unfortunately offered either a large and sterile hi-tech hospital or a small local practice with a huge heart but limited budget for technology. Matt and Howie therefore decided to marry cutting edge veterinary medical care to doctors, nurses and staff who truly love animals.
This marriage produced TLC Pet Medical Center which opened for business in August of 2000. Shortly thereafter, Mark Hiebert, DVM joined the team and all three partners worked to fulfill TLC's Mission Statement.
After more than a decade, Matt, Howie and Mark enjoy watching the interactions between their clients, staff and patients and feel honored to serve the residents and pets of the South Pasadena and surrounding communities. Although Howie and Mark are still affiliated with TLC South Pasadena, they practice primarily at VCA - TLC Animal Hospital in West Hollywood.
Diagnostic Services
At TLC Pet Medical Center, our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest in veterinary diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including: A complete in-house laboratory for quick and accurate blood, urine and fluid testing; Digital X-ray, which provides a better quality image than traditional film radiographs, ECG, blood pressure, and blood oxygen level monitoring for our surgical and critical patients; Oxygen, heat, and humidity-controlled critical care incubators; High-resolution digital ultrasound, allowing for the best possible image to assist in an accurate diagnosis; and, state of the art dentistry and dental surgery, with specialized digital X ray.
Common Health Problems of Older Cats & Dogs
Periodontal disease is the most common problem of senior dogs and cats. It often can lead to kidney, liver and heart problems.
Obesity increases your pet’s risk of diabetes and liver disease and can lead to serious arthritis and back problems.
Endocrine diseases including diabetes and high and low thyroid can have profound effects on all major body systems.
Kidney and liver disease can lead to serious chemical imbalances, anemia, poor immunity, bleeding and altered mental function. Kidney disease is a major problem in older cats.
Cancers and tumors are common but over 80% may be curable if caught and treated early.
Heart disease can lead to weakness, difficulty breathing, fatigue and an inability to exercise.
Arthritis and spinal diseases are very common and cause pain, lameness and altered bowel and bladder function.
TLC Recommendations for Senior Pets
Bi-annual Physical Exams
Bi-annual blood work
Bi-annual Urinalysis
Chest x-rays
Annual Parasite Evaluation
Annual Heartworm Test
Annual Vaccinations
TLC Senior Wellness Care
Dogs and Cats are considered senior after 7 years of age. As our pets age, they can encounter many of the same medical conditions that we as humans encounter. Some of these conditions are arthritis, diabetes, and organ failure.
Keep in mind that every year for your pet is equal to 5-7 human years. Medical conditions change more quickly as people and pets age because of the difference in years. Taking care of our pets as they age is a little different than when they are younger.
Dental Disease
Dental disease most commonly begins when plaque and calculus build up on your pet's teeth, especially below the gum line. Bad breath, gingivitis, and loose teeth are signs of dental disease. Untreated dental disease in dogs and cats can lead to serious and life threatening illness, including kidney and heart related problems.
TLC Pet Medical Centers offers both anesthetic and anesthesia-free dental cleaning options. We have state-of-the-art high speed air driven dental equipment for scaling and polishing.
If your pet has bad breath or visible tartar, make an appointment for a dental exam and your TLC veterinarian will let you know if a dental cleaning is in order and which type of dental cleaning will best serve your special pet. Digital dental radiography allows our vets to identify the severity of your pet’s dental disease. All pets anesthetized for a dental are provided with IV fluids, extensive anesthetic monitoring (EKG, blood pressure, PulseOx), and pain medication as needed.
Dr. Tesauro
Dr. Tesauro received her veterinary degree from the University of California at Davis in 1994 after completing her undergraduate work in zoology at Cal Poly Pomona. She has been practicing in the San Gabriel Valley since 1994.
While predominately a canine and feline medicine practitioner, she also enjoys working with small mammals such as rabbits, rodents, chinchillas and ferrets. Dr. Tesauro moved to California from New York in 1977. After spending eight years haunting the barns at summer camp in Connecticut, she knew that she was destined to work with animals in some capacity. After resigning herself to the fact that eight years of higher education were unavoidable, she foraged ahead to become a small animal veterinarian.
Dr. Tesauro is an avid baseball fan, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are a source of great joy and disappointment to her at times! Her spare time is spent with her husband Jeff, as well as their toy poodle Rally and Badger, the basic black rescue cat. Other interests include travel, fine food and wine, cooking, hiking and reading. Future plans include golf lessons…
Gastrointestinal Emergencies
The gastrointestinal system includes all of the organs
associated with eating and digestion: the mouth, esophagus and stomach,
as well as the small and large intestines.
Because of the involved anatomy, symptoms of GI emergencies include abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, and refusal to eat normal food. Common causes of GI problems include infections, obstructions with foreign material, stomach dilation & stomach torsion (bloat).
If your pet is experiencing a gastrointestinal problem, call immediately. If your pet is in need of immediate medical care, come to TLC right away.
Because of the involved anatomy, symptoms of GI emergencies include abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, and refusal to eat normal food. Common causes of GI problems include infections, obstructions with foreign material, stomach dilation & stomach torsion (bloat).
If your pet is experiencing a gastrointestinal problem, call immediately. If your pet is in need of immediate medical care, come to TLC right away.
Respiratory Emergencies
The respiratory system includes all of the organs associated with
breathing: the nose, mouth, larynx, upper & lower airways, and of
course, the lungs!
Symptoms of respiratory emergencies include rapid, noisy or difficult breathing, choking, coughing and weakness. Causes of respiratory problems include infections, inhalation of smoke or other irritating gases, inhalation of foreign material, and paralysis of the muscles of the larynx. Our hospital is equipped with oxygen cages and nebulizers, to treat your pet's respiratory illness. In addition, TLC has digital radiology which provides detailed radiographs for rapid diagnosis of your pet’s medical condition.
Symptoms of respiratory emergencies include rapid, noisy or difficult breathing, choking, coughing and weakness. Causes of respiratory problems include infections, inhalation of smoke or other irritating gases, inhalation of foreign material, and paralysis of the muscles of the larynx. Our hospital is equipped with oxygen cages and nebulizers, to treat your pet's respiratory illness. In addition, TLC has digital radiology which provides detailed radiographs for rapid diagnosis of your pet’s medical condition.
Dr. Johanne Lu
Dr. Johanne Lu received her veterinary degree from the University of California at Davis in 2004 and completed her undergraduate work at the University of California at Berkley in 2000. She successfully completed an internship at Animal Specialty Group in 2005. Dr. Lu enjoys the variety of general practice and has a passion for surgery.
Dr. Lu is a vegan and shares a home with her dog, Jezebel and cat, Diesel; both are rescues. In her free time she likes to snowboard and travel the world.
Puppy Plan - Only $190
Puppies need preventive health care, training, good nutrition, as well as a lot of love. We have tried to make the first part as easy as the last part with our Puppy Wellness Program which includes the following:
Initial examination and pre-spay or pre-neuter examination (2)
Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvo vaccination (DHPP) series (usually 3-4)
Bordetella vaccination (1) Rabies vaccination (1)
Fecal exam for parasites (1)
De-worming with Sentinel® (2)
20% discount on spay or neuter fees
TLC offers this discounted plan (which has a normal retail value of $445**) so we can get to know you and your special pet from the get-go. Our doctors and staff enjoy building long term relationships with our clients and patients and look forward to many years of good health together!
The Senior Pet at home
There are many things that we recommend to our clients to do at home with their senior pets. Your awareness of your pet’s physical condition and habits will be one of the biggest keys in preventing and catching health problems early.
Monitor food and water intake. Your pet should have fresh food and water daily
Monitor feces and urine production. Watch for any changes in color and consistency. Make sure that your pet is going to the bathroom without any straining or other problems.
Monitor your pet for any signs of lameness or stiffness in his or her legs. Arthritis can show up early in some dogs and cats. There are medications that can help with the pain and joint function, and other treatment if necessary.
Watch for any significant weight loss or gain. Certain medical conditions can cause this to occur and early detection is important!
Keep your senior pet on an exercise regime. Exercise is good for your older pet. It will help to stimulate your pet’s mind and keep his or her body strong. Laying around all of the time will cause any body to deteriorate faster!
Continue to play with and train your pet to keep his or her senses sharp. You can use the same training techniques from when your pet was younger to help stimulate his or her mind along with teaching new tricks.
Feed an appropriate diet. As your pet ages the kind of food they are on needs to be changed to a senior dog or cat food. Your TLC veterinarian will make a recommendation, when appropriate.
Keep your TLC veterinarian informed of any changes in your pet’s behavior or attitude.
Intensive Care Unit
Our Intensive Care Unit provides the highest standard of care, from the critically ill to stable post-operative patients. Our ICU is always open and is staffed by both veterinarians and technicians 24 hours a day to provide the best quality of veterinary care 365 days a year.
At TLC we use digital radiography and ultrasound to further evaluate our patients internally when necessary. Radiographs (x-rays) and ultrasound image internal structures differently and therefore compliment each other. Radiographs typically evaluate dense structures like bone or gas filled organs like the lungs the best, whereas ultrasound is better at evaluating soft organs like the liver, spleen, and heart for example.
TLC uses a digital system which allows us to easily copy these images for referral purposes or to send them over the internet for further evaluation by a Radiologist. Digital radiography offers may other advantages when compared to radiographs taken on film.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)