Pet Safety

Animal lovers and veterinarians can work together to safeguard the health and well-being of pets. At Aliso Beach Animal Clinic in Laguna Beach, we offer a variety of services and advice aimed at keeping pets safe. 

Microchipping

No one wants to think about losing their pet, but sometimes situations happen, and pets lose their way. Microchipping is a proven, effective means to have a pet safely returned to their loving home. You can get microchipping for your pet at Aliso Beach Animal Clinic. The process of microchipping a pet is straightforward and painless. A small microchip—the size of a grain of rice—is inserted beneath the skin using an injection device. After that, if your pet is lost, any veterinarian can scan your pet for the device and connect the pet to your contact details.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are essential for pet safety. For example, the rabies vaccine prevents a fatal viral infection that can be transmitted to humans. The DHPP vaccine protects dogs against distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. Cats commonly receive the FVRCP vaccine, which shields them from feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. There are also non-core vaccines like Bordetella for dogs, which is recommended for those who frequent kennels or dog parks.

Boundaries

Your pet needs boundaries in order to be safe. Boundaries keep your pet safe from other animals and people, and they help protect your pet from acting in ways that can jeopardize their well-being. Boundaries include physical barriers like fences and leashes, but they also include behavioral boundaries, such as those made possible with pet training.

Physical boundaries keep your pet on your territory and prevent other animals and people from encroaching onto your pet’s turf. Pet training empowers you and your pet to control behavior so that others aren’t threatened by the presence of your pet. Training can also help keep your pet safe by limiting random acts that could harm your pet, such as eating certain foods or chewing objects that could hurt your pet.

Preventative Care

Pets need routine well-being checkups just as humans do. The preventative care done during visits to the veterinarian helps to identify problems before they become large and complex. The veterinarian will check your pet’s dental health, which helps to ensure that your pet is able to properly chew and get the nourishment they need to stay healthy. Other preventative care includes safeguarding against parasites, reviewing activity and behaviors, taking blood work, spaying and neutering, and more.

Contact Aliso Beach Animal Clinic in Laguna Beach, CA

Preventative pet care at Aliso Beach Animal Clinic helps to keep pets safe so they can enjoy a long and happy life. If you’re a pet owner in or around Laguna Beach, visit Aliso Beach Animal Clinic for help ensuring your pet’s safety in all aspects of its life. Are you looking for a veterinarian near me? We’re here for you and your furry friend.