San Bruno Pet Hospital

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer! We hope you and your furry family have a fun (and safe) long weekend! - Most families will be cooking up a storm over the long weekend! How about adding some pet-friendly treats to the menu? Try these vet-approved dog treats for a healthy alternative to commercial treats: https://www.akc.org//homemade-vet-approved-dog-treat-reci/. Use cookie cutters for a creative touch! If you are barbecuing, don’t let your pet snag a meat ...bone or corn on the cob off your plate. - Picnics and hikes are a great way to enjoy the holiday with your pet! Just make sure they have access to fresh water and shade. - If your pet does end up swimming, make sure to not leave them unsupervised. Not all dogs are natural swimmers. - We will be closed on Monday, May 31st for the holiday. If your pet does need emergency care, please contact: North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency 227 North Amphlett Blvd. San Mateo Ca 94401 (650) 348-2575 https://www.sanmateoveter.com/ See more

Flash was such a good boy for his vaccines today. Thanks for being the best patient #chihuahua #sanbrunopet

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Meet Kelsey, our Client Experience Liaison! https://sanbrunopet.com/meet-the-team-kelsey

Big warm welcome to Finn! He is a 9 week old #goldenretrieverpuppy and he just won the lottery with his new family.

This year, holidays are bound to be differentfor people and their pets. We hope you’ll embrace the holiday spirit by doing something fun to end the year in a paw-sitive way! Check out our article that includes five fun things you can do to celebrate the season with your pet: https://sanbrunopet.com/dachshund-through-the-snow

In order to meet the strong demand for our services, we are excited to welcome Dr. Robin Heagy to our San Bruno Pet Hospital team! Pet health has always been our number one priority and with the addition of Dr. Heagy, we will be able to help even more pets! Check out Dr. Heagy's bio here: https://sanbrunopet.com/dr-robin-heagy

Meet Keenan and Scottie - Dr. Barchas' very own furry family! Keenan is a five-year-old career-changed guide dog trainee (he failed his medical exam and so did not become a guide dog). Scottie is a six-month-old mutt who was rescued after being found wandering the streets of Fresno, CA in August. They love long walks on the beach, fetch, eating, and pooping. Scottie's favorite thing in the world is Keenan. Keenan's favorite thing in the world is dinner. Don't miss out on all the fun they are having and follow their adventures on Instagram: @keenan.and.scottie

Don’t give in to persuasive purrs and puppy dog eyes this Thanksgiving! Many of the holiday treats we love can cause health problems for our pets if they eat them. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe this Thanksgiving: - Don’t leave wine glasses at snout or tail level. When pets ingest alcohol, they often experience severe drops in body temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar, which can all lead to death if treatment is delayed. Overactive tails could also knock ove...r glasses and broken glass can easily cause injuries. - Turkey skin and dark meat are high in fat, and because of this, even small amounts can trigger pancreatitis. Pancreatitis has potentially fatal side effects like dehydration and liver and kidney damage. Small turkey bones can also get lodged in your pet’s gastrointestinal system and cause blockages, which typically require surgery to repair. - You already know chocolate is dangerous for pets. But baking chocolate has even higher concentrations of caffeine and theobromine, the two substances found in chocolate that are extremely toxic to pets. If you’re using baking chocolate in your desserts this Thanksgiving, or any other chocolate for that matter, keep nosy snouts out of the kitchen! Show your pets you’re thankful for them by keeping them safe this Thanksgiving. If you need more help preparing for the holidays with your pets, call us at (650) 583-5039.

Puppy exams are always fun.

Meet Sadie our new dog-tor she’s ready to see her patients! #goldenretriever #goldenpuppy #puppy #sanbrunopethospital

Thank you too all our vet techs and support staff who daily go above and beyond to help our patients who can’t speak for themselves. We appreciate you! #vettechappreciationweek

Hi from Spider the kitty!

Check out the many benefits of pets for kids! https://sanbrunopet.com/benefits-of-pets-for-kids

Rabies is a very serious disease, but it’s entirely preventable! Today, on World Rabies Day, take a moment to check if your pet’s rabies shot is up to date. Rabies shots are important for all petseven indoor pets. Remember, these vaccinations protect your entire family!

Dr. Barchas’s new puppy Scottie came in this afternoon for the next set of vaccines. She sure does brighten our day #labmix #labmixesofinstagram #sanbrunopet #labpuppy #labradorretriever

Please give a huge warm welcome to Scottie! She is the newest addition to Dr. Barchas’ family and our #sanbrunopethospital Team! She was adopted from a rescue group in Fresno and we’re all so happy to have her here. Her big brother Keenan on the other hand is still warming up to his new little sis. #labradorretriever #labmix #labpuppy

We will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We hope you and your furry family enjoy the holiday! As the warmer season in the Bay Area starts to ramp up, remember these tips to keep your pet safe: - Never leave your pet in a car, even for a quick trip! On a sunny 70 degree day, your car can heat up to over 100 degrees in minutes. - Check the air quality index before letting your pet outside. - Don’t let your dog drink seawater, lake water or river w...ater. Water from the ocean can bring on vomiting and dehydration, while lake and river water are often full of bacteria that can cause illness. If there’s a bloom of blue-green algae, your pet could be at risk of liver failure and nervous system damage if they ingest it. - Even if your pet is on a tick preventative, it’s a good idea to check for these little dudes after being outdoors. They can jump from pets to people and carry nasty illnesses, including Lyme disease. - Every summer we see dogs get into trouble because they ingest corn cobs. They frequently swallow a big chunk of cob that gets lodged in their intestinal tract and causes a blockage. The moral of the story is obvious: Corn cobs belong in the garbage, well out of paw’s reach! See more

COVID-19 is still impacting daily life, but we want you to know we continue to be here for you and your pet! We have remained open throughout this stressful period, and we have worked hard to maintain our high level of customer service. As essential workers, we are ensuring safety protocols are in place so you stay safe. To keep everyone safe, we are continuing our curbside service. Some of our other safety protocols include: - Cleaning our facility frequently... - Promoting social distancing even in the parking lot, where there is blocked off space between each car that is used by clients - Reminding clients to text us when they arrive - Asking clients to stay in their cars during exams for social distancing - Contactless/mobile payments And much more! Before your next appointment, make sure to review our COVID-19 dedicated page on our website and call us at (650) 583-5039 if you have any questions.

Ever consider having a natural disaster plan that includes your pets? There's a great list provided by the AVMA here to help you get prepared. https://www.avma.org//pet/emergencycare/pets-and-disasters

Happy National Dog Day! Hope you got a chance to celebrate today by giving your pooch some extra love. #nationaldogday #internationaldogday #internationaldogday2020 #kdog #labradorretriever #cutedogs cred: @ddbarc

As irritating as smoke can be to people, it can cause health problems for animals as well. Smoke from wildfires and other large blazes affects pets, horses, livestock and wildlife. If you can see or feel the effects of smoke yourself, you also should take precautions to keep your animals both pets and livestock safe. Keep them indoors.

Ever wonder how often you should be washing your mask? Or if you need to wear one while walking Fido? This and more common questions answered in this article!

This sweet little boy got neutered today, but his favorite tiger lovey named Stripes helped him through recovery. #kittens

Happy Birthday to Devon & Pearl!!!