Mission Hills Pet Care Center

08/28/2025

08/25/2025

Siblings Felix and Fiona came to see us today for their Annual Exams

08/21/2025

Artemis the kitty and Freddie the poodle mix here for dentals today. Funny to see the size difference 🤣🤣🥰

08/15/2025

Sweet little Princess came to see us today from . We just couldn't resist making her look pretty

08/14/2025

Muriel and dad showing off their matching flowers :):)

06/24/2025

Foxtails can be a serious hazard for dogs, especially when they embed in the paws. If you suspect a foxtail in your dog's paw, watch for signs like excessive paw licking, limping, or redness and swelling. Prompt veterinary attention is crucial as foxtails can burrow further under the skin and cause serious infections. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

What are Foxtails?

Foxtails are seed heads of certain grasses that have a sharp, pointed tip and backward-facing barbs. These barbs make it easy for the foxtail to pe*****te the skin and then difficult to remove. They are most prevalent in the Western United States, but can be found in other areas as well. 

How Foxtails Affect Dog Paws: 

Pe*******on:

Foxtails can easily pierce the skin between a dog's toes or on the paw pads. 

Migration:

Once embedded, they can migrate under the skin, creating a draining tract (a tunnel under the skin). 

Infection:

The wound can become infected, leading to redness, swelling, and pain. 

Licking and Biting:

Dogs often lick or bite at the affected area, exacerbating the problem and increasing the risk of infection. 

Other Symptoms:

Other signs of foxtails in the paw include limping, favoring the affected paw, and the formation of a pus-filled abscess

06/17/2025

Just a cute kitten in my pocket, nothing to see here

06/13/2025

WWW.cmvas.org if you can help these pups

06/13/2025

Sweet senior Max had a mass removed and did great during and after surgery. Speedy recovery Max

05/31/2025

Little John was relinquished to the Mission Viejo Animal Shelter with an injury to his left eye. He was neutered and had an eye enucleation. Did great after surgery and will be available for adoption soon. visit www.cmvas.org

05/25/2025

We will be CLOSED Monday May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday May 27th.

For any urgent needs please contact

Rise Pet Health
(949)787-7473

Animal Urgent Care of South Orange County
949-364-6228

Healing Hearts
949-409-0333