Mission Pet Hospital

01/06/2026

Happy New Year! Join us in celebrating our January 2026 Employee of the Month, Betsy 🏆🎉🥂🐾

"New year, same me - because I'm obviously purrfection!"

10/28/2025

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Liz Grant to the Mission Pet Hospital team! 🎉❤️🐾

Dr. Liz Grant, originally from Southern California, studied biology at University of San Diego where she also competed on the women’s rowing team. She then earned her DVM degree at UC Davis in 2023.

Liz enjoys the many aspects of veterinary medicine that she is able to practice as a general practitioner but has special interests in surgery and internal medicine. Liz is also passionate about organized veterinary medicine and giving back to the profession, and was selected as California Veterinary Medical Association’s Emerging Leader in 2025.

In her free time, Liz enjoys being active and outdoors, reading, and spending time with her friends and family. She also can usually be found with her sweet yellow Labrador, Bijou, who she adopted through her volunteer work with Guide Dogs for the Blind.

🐾❤️ Your pet’s new favorite vet is here. Book with Dr. Grant today!

06/26/2025

🏆 Employee of the Month, June 2025: Felecia!!
"Be beautiful ✅️ Give mom lots of love ✅️ Make Employee of the Month ✅️"

06/21/2025

"Thank you to Dr Gordon and Dr Press for taking care of me this month 🫶 " - Remy, age 15

06/02/2025

✨️It’s Pride Month, San Francisco!

Mazel is serving rainbow realness and zero apologies.
This fabulous feline is ready to strut through Pride Month like the icon they are.

Let’s keep spreading love (and our rainbow bandanas) all month long. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💗

05/19/2025

It’s that time of year in California when foxtails start showing up in dry grasses and trails. These little grass awns are barbed on the end and only move one way, towards the body. They can work their way into paws, ears, eyes, noses, and even lungs. Foxtails cause discomfort and cause infections. If they end up in the ears, nose, or around the eye, sedation can be required to safely remove the foxtail. We've already seen a few cases this spring and as the grasses get drier we know we'll see more pets coming in with foxtails.

Watch for signs like:
⚠️Sudden, rapid sneezing or head shaking
⚠️Red, swollen paws or limping
⚠️Excessive licking at one spot
⚠️Eye squinting or discharge

👀 Check your pet after every walk. If you frequently let your pet go off-leash while hiking and want some added protection you can get a foxtail face mask to wear while out on the trails.

05/06/2025

🏆🐾 Employee of the Month, May 2025: Ava! 🎉
Works Hard. Demands Belly Rubs.

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04/26/2025

Spring is blooming—and so is the pollen. It's in the air, on your windshield, and turning eyes red and itchy for humans and pets.🌸​ 🤧​
Just like us, pets can have allergies to pollen, grasses, dust mites, and mold.

Some common signs are:
Sneezing
Licking paws
Red eyes
Excessive scratching
Hair loss

Fortunately, we can help bring some relief to your pet! Depending on your pets needs, we offer oral medicine, monthly allergy injections, or even allergy testing. Make an appointment with one of our doctors, and we can come up with a custom treatment plan for your pet.

04/15/2025

As Easter approaches, beware of this beautiful but deadly tradition: Easter lilies. These flowers may look festive, but they are highly toxic to cats—even a small nibble can lead to kidney failure.

⚠️ All parts of the plant are poisonous from pollen to the stem

🚨Signs of lily poisoning include:
– Vomiting
– Lethargy
– Loss of appetite
– Increased or decreased urination

🐾 If you think your cat has come into contact with a lily, call your vet immediately—quick treatment leads to better outcomes.

This Easter, choose pet-safe blooms like roses, snapdragons, or orchids instead. Let’s keep our feline friends safe while we celebrate! 💐🐾

04/08/2025

04/07/2025

🐾 🦷As dogs get older, dental disease can quietly do serious damage—including hidden infections, bone loss, and loose teeth.

😳 Did you know? By age 3, over 80% of dogs show signs of dental disease—and it only gets worse without care.

✨️Regular dental cleanings and checkups can help your dog keep their smile strong for years to come!

👀 Can you spot the difference?
Swipe through to see two dental X-rays—one healthy, one with bone loss.

03/31/2025

🚨🐾 Bladder Stones 🐾🚨
Uroliths (bladder stones) are mineral formations that can cause pain, frequent urination, and even blockages in dogs and cats.

Nimitz Southbound, an 11 year old Domestic Short Hair, presented with frequent trips to the litter box and hematuria (bloody urine). Abdominal radiographs showed he had multiple stones in his bladder. Dr. Press performed a surgery called a cystotomy to remove the stones. Nimitz has fully recovered and is doing great!

⚠️Symptoms to watch for:
Straining to urinate
Blood in urine
Frequent accidents
Licking at the urinary area

Left untreated, bladder stones can lead to serious complications! Treatment may include special diets, medication, or surgery depending on the type and severity.

If your pet is showing signs of urinary trouble, give us a call as soon as possible 🩺🐶🐱