Otay Pet Vets

WHY WE LOVE PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH We love our pets We love our pets and they bring a huge amount of joy into our lives. Pet Dental Health Month is a chance for us to look out for their best interests.... A happy pet Any oral discomfort will be causing our pets a lot of stress. By getting your pet checked out and fixing any problems with their teeth, you are making them much happier and improving their quality of life. A reminder helps Despite loving our pets, we often don’t recognize the signs that they are in discomfort with their teeth. Pet Dental Health Month is a great reminder to let the professionals check them out and make sure they are happy. PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH ACTIVITIES Go to the vet Taking your pet to a regular veterinary check-up will include an examination of your pets’ mouth. Book an appointment for your pet and work to see if they need any treatments. Brush your pets’ teeth Softly brush your pets’ teeth using an animal’s toothbrush and toothpaste formulated for pets. Toothpaste for humans has way too much fluoride content which can be toxic to animals, so seek a vet’s advice. Extra measures Support your pet’s dental hygiene by encouraging a balanced diet. An animal’s mouth, like ours, has its own self-cleaning system.

With February designated as National Cat Health Month, it’s a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends. Below are some tips to ensure your furry friend stays in tip-top shape. Schedule Your Cat’s Annual Checkup As professionals we understand how important your furry friend is in your life. The annual checkup will allow us to catch any potential issues early, ensuring your pet stays in the best of health. Keep Your Kitty’s Vaccinations Up-to-D...ate During the annual exam, we will review any necessary vaccinations to prevent your cat from contracting serious illnesses if exposed to other animals. Even indoor cats need protection against disease. Spay or Neuter Your Cat If you haven’t already done so, now’s a good time to spay or neuter your cat. Along with ensuring population control, you will help prevent many potential illnesses or conditions related to the reproductive organs, and will also eliminate many unwanted behaviors. Keep Your Cat’s Teeth Healthy Your kitty’s regular teeth cleanings and exams are an essential component of their overall health. Their teeth may develop infections that can lead to many different health issues. Feed Your Pet a High-Quality Diet To stay healthy, your cat needs a high-quality complete and balanced diet specifically formulated for felines. Make sure the food meets the nutritional requirements of your furry friend’s age and lifestyle. Keep Your Kitty Active Keep your cat active to avoid obesity which can lead to many health issues including diabetes. Pay Attention to the Litterbox One of the first places to look for early signs of illness is the litterbox. Look out for any changes in your cat’s litter habits. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, make sure to schedule a visit to our office as soon as possible. Celebrate Your Furry Friends Now that you’ve taken care of each aspect of your cat’s health, make sure you spend time cuddling and bonding. See more

WHY WE LOVE DOG TRAINING EDUCATION MONTH Let dogs be dogs The outdoors is a great place to let dogs act like puppies and for puppies to well, just be puppies. Dog parks, certain hikes, and open spaces are great for dogs without leashes. Doggy wants a treat... Teach your furry friend a new trick to flaunt to the rest of the dogs in your hood. Treats can help with dog trick training - and what dog doesn't want a treat? A friendly dog is a good dog The only thing worse than a poorly trained dog running around, is the number of them that end up in the pound for bad behavior. Investing the time to properly train your dog, is investing time into a 'good' dog long term. DOG TRAINING EDUCATION MONTH ACTIVITIES Go to a dog training class Find a dog training class or activity in your city. Training a dog alone sounds exhausting - don't do it alone! Teach your dog a new skill In lieu of the 'training' part of this month, see how well your dog is trained by teaching a new trick or skill. Maybe you'll learn something new about your pup - what it likes or doesn't like. Check out a new dog park. Go to a new dog park around town and let your pup off the leash. Most dog parks don't require a leash as long as they are within the gated vicinity, and it's a great spot to let your dog run around while you catch up on emails or read a new book. It's a win- win! Check out these dog training opportunities: https://www.petco.com/shop/en/ petcostore/s/petco-dog-training https://services.petsmart.com/training https://sdpettraining.com/ https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training-sandiego https://animalcenter.org/programs-services/pet-training/

You know the drill, when you bring a golden retriever in, we drop everything we’re doing for a photo shoot!

Happy #TongueOutTuesday everyone! Here is Mr. Handsome Milo here reminding you guys to pick up your Heartworm Preventatives for the month! Swipe to see how Milo defeats the evil heartworm that we have in our clinic. Do you know how a pet can get heartworm? Yup, they are acquired from one of San Diego’s ultimate pests- the mosquitos!!! ... A heartworm infection, unfortunately can be detrimental if left untreated..they’re literally worms that invade and take root in the heart . Have more questions? Feel free to call us about them at 1-619-421-1698. #otaypetvets #vetsofinstagram #vetstagram #veterinarymedicine #veterinariansofinstagram #sandiego #sandiegoveterinarian #chulavistaveterinarian #chulavista #vetmed #aahaaccredited #labs #labradorretriever #labradorsofinstagram #heartworm #heartwormprevention #heartgard

Happy #StaffSunday! Everyone say hello to Shianne! Shianne was one of our former PIMA interns that we just couldn’t let go of because she is just that awesome. She is currently one of our VA’s that is planning on getting her RVT license this summer to better help serve this awesome animal community. Shianne is a small town girl originally from Indiana with one of the biggest animal hearts! Fun fact, her favorite animal is a pig (also, she was raised taking care of... them)! we’re so glad you’re part of the OPV Fam, Shianne! #otaypetvets #vetsofinstagram #vetstagram #veterinarymedicine #veterinariansofinstagram #sandiego #sandiegoveterinarian #chulavistaveterinarian #chulavista #vetmed #aahaaccredited #vettech #vettechlife #veterinarytechnician #bulldog #bulldogpuppy #bulldogsofinstagram

Sweet little Mila came in and gave some kisses to our staff including Rafa, one of our lead techs, you see here! Anyone else love puppy kisses?! #otaypetvets #vetsofinstagram #vetstagram #veterinarymedicine #veterinariansofinstagram #sandiego #sandiegoveterinarian #chulavistaveterinarian #chulavista #vetmed #aahaaccredited #schnauzers #schnauzersofinstagram #schnauzerlove #schnauzerpuppy

Happy #MeetEmMonday everyone!!! We’ll try to introduce our staff to you every Monday so you can get to know us. Or should we do it every Sunday as #StaffSunday? Drop a comment if you like this idea & if you like #MeetEmMonday or #StaffSunday! ... Everyone meet one of our newest CSR’s, Julian! He has been here a little over a month now, & he is always happy to take your call! His favorite animal is a dog . & he loves working at Otay Pet Vets because he loves to say hi & give cuddles to all of the pups & cats that come in. Julian has a 17 year old sweet Lhasa Apso named Lady. We’re happy to have you Julian!!!

Sweet sweet Anar . Just look at that #FrostedFace! Speaking of, Anar came from @frostedfaces which is an awesome dog rescue dedicated to these wonderful seniors. go ahead and check them out! Did you know, that if you bring in your pup for their first wellness exam within 14 days of adopting them from a reputable shelter/rescue/Humane Society, that their exam fee is waived? That’s our way of saying, Thank you for choosing to save a life.

Have heard your dog making a loud, honking cough that does not sound like a regular cold cough? They may be suffering from Bordetella, or kennel cough, which is more common this time of year. Bordetella is one of several highly contagious canine infectious respiratory diseases that can be deadly. In our latest blog post, we dive into canine respiratory illnesses, how they spread, and what to do if your dog is sick.

Halloween can be a scary time, especially if your furry pal gets into trouble. Halloween hazards abound for pets, which can take your holiday from merely spooky to truly horrifying. Learn about the most common Halloween perils that can harm your pet in our latest blog post, and avoid the most terrifying of all Halloween horrorsa trip to the emergency veterinarian.

Mashed tater and our tech Damali enjoying some quality puppy cuddles! Tater is a 7 week old Shepard husky mix with the sweetest personality! Don’t you love puppy cuddles? #puppycuddles #puppytime #vettechs #sandiegoveterinarian #vetsofsandiego #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited

WOW!!! Can you believe it? Jose has been a groomer at Otay Pet Vets for 4 years! Thank you Jose for being a great part of the team! Your furry clients always walk out smelling clean and looking fresh with their new dos #doggrooming #4years #sandiegodoggroomer #labradoodle #poodle #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited

Aren’t puppy kisses the best? Miss Maggie hanging out with our CSR Kat after her vaccine appointment today! We love hanging out with our patients #puppykisses #justhangingout #goldenretrieverpuppies #goldenretriever #puppies #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #sandiegoveterinarian #vetsofsandiego

Dolce just hanging out with Bela and Kylie! Dolce was rescued in TJ and our technician YaYa took her in to give her the spoiled life! Super cute and sweet little girl! #newpuppy #spoiledlife #chihuahuasofinstagram #rescuedandloved #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #cutepuppiesofinstagram

Little Freya was here to visit our tech Aidan and Dr. Horita. Freya is a little escape artist as her mom would say! She has a BIG personality in a little body! #happyvettechweek #vettechweek #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #kittensofinstagram #freya #sweetkitty

Our veterinary team loves your pets as much as you do, and our devotion and compassion are evident in our dedicated care. To highlight the importance of our team members, we’d like to share our veterinary technicians’ skills in honor of National Veterinary Technician Week. Check out our latest blog post to learn more.

Happy Vet Tech Appreciation Week, you are essential!!! Teamwork makes the Dream work! We are so proud of each and everyone of you for your dedication, commitment and compassionate care you endlessly provide to our furry friends! We have successfully faced & overcame many challenges this year and our team is stronger than ever for it! It is with sincere gratitude we say thank you & we celebrate you all today and everyday! #aahaaccredited #techweek #otaypetvets

It’s #Seniorsunday! Finn was in last night to visit Dr Horita and our VA Kylie! He is a 11 year old black lab! His mom says he’s such a mellow and happy dog who loves to lounge around all day, and really enjoys belly rubs! Swipe to see his big smile while getting a belly rub from Kylie! #seniorsunday #seniorpup #blacklabrador #blacklabsofinstagram #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #vettechweek

Doesn’t Kona look dashing after his grooming with Jose!? #sandiegodoggrooming #doggrooming #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #handsomepup

This is Maverick! He is goofy boy and got into his hoomans trashcan the other day! He ended up eating a lot of different foods that are not good for dogs and ended up at Pet Emergency and Specialty Center, who immediately took him in and helped him out! Maverick needed IV fluid therapy for about 3 days and a few blood draws to check on his liver and kidneys. His hooman was very worried but had peace of mind knowing she had Embrace Pet Insurance to pay back a portion of... the cost. By having pet insurance she was able to get all recommended treatment for Maverick, and he’s now almost full recovered! Pet insurance is such a great resource to have for all stages of life. Tagged in the photo are few of our recommended companies that our clients use! Happy wagging #otaypetvets #shibainu #crazydog #embracepetinsurance #figopetinsurance #nationwidepetinsurance #insureyourpets #keepemhealthy #vetsofinstagram #vetsofsandiego #aahaaccredited See more

This cute man came by to see Dr. Elliot today! He’s a 8 week old beagle with a HUGE personality! He came in for a new client exam with some vaccinations! #cutedogs #beaglesofinstagram #beaglepuppy #beagletude #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #veterinarymedicine #sandiegoveterinarian

Are they not adorable or what!!?!? Maple and Saoirse were here to visit Dr. Anderson and were the talk of the town today! #otaypetvets #aahaaccredited #vetsofsandiego #sandiegoveterinarian #cutestcoworker

It’s #felinefriday!Today we have Little Arenas! She was here to visit Dr. Horita yesterday and was the cutest! Hi! I’m Little Arenas! I’m a very curious cat whose ready for an adventure! My hooman always brings out food that she doesn’t share! I invite myself to the table to check out what they got but my mom never shares. We also have these other little animals that run around in a pen! I don’t know why they don’t have free reign but my hooman calls them guinea pigs . I do enjoy getting in their pen to play with them #cattitude #felinesofinstagram #silvertabby #tortiesofinstagram #tortitude #aahaaccredited #otaypetvets #vetsofinstagram #vetsofsandiego #sandiegovegetarian #cutestcoworker