Pet Pawzitive

08/27/2026

We don’t see young puppies every day. But when we do, we surely have a lot of fun! 🤩
Look at these cute puppies with Dr. Schneider! 🐶

We have taken care of their mom and dad since they were puppies and now, we have the privilege of taking care of them as well. Their owner told us that they recommend Pet Pawzitive because our doctor is thorough and caring. And we are happy to have them here as clients. We believe in a strong partnership between the veterinary team and clients, so the pets can benefit the most!

Bring your pets to see us! Book an appointment at petpawzitive.com or call 1-844-469-7299

08/27/2026

Seems as though everyone and their dog is taking them.

07/27/2026

Dogs love to go on a walk, right??
I enjoy walking my dogs. It’s one of the happiest moments of my day.
During the summer, I make sure I take my dogs on long walks only during the cooler times of the day. I want to prevent the harms of overheating 🥵

But you know what else I want to prevent?? Parasites!!! Yuck 🤮 bad parasites such as fleas, ticks, heart worms and intestinal parasites.

Fleas can make your pets very itchy and uncomfortable but they also transmit diseases to your pets and people. And they are gross 🤮

Ticks transmit very serious diseases to both pets and humans. And they are gross 🤮

Heart worms are transmitted by mosquitoes and can cause death if not diagnosed and treated. Treatment is risky and prevention is easy- the way to go!

Intestinal parasites are very common in Southern California and some can be transmitted to humans. DonI have to mention that intestinal parasites are gross? 🤢

As a veterinarian and dog 🐕 owner, I recommend year-round parasite prevention for dogs and cats. Even if you believe they spend most of their time indoors.

This summer I have treated so many pets with terrible skin conditions, anemia, infections and discomfort all because of fleas and other parasites infestations. Treatment can be very pricey $$$

Those conditions could all have been prevented!!!

Please reach out to our office for the best parasite preventative for your pet- there isn’t “a one size” fits all approach and we can recommend what’s best for your pet.

Our clinic Pet Pawzitive Veterinarian Simi Valley in Simi Valley offers a great range of parasite preventatives - from injectables to monthly broad spectrum chews. We also have our online pharmacy petpawzitive.covetruspharmacy.com where you can order any kind of preventative and have it delivered directly to your home.

Let’s enjoy our walks without the worrying of bringing parasites home!

07/24/2026

If you are planning to take your pet dog to Mexico, please be aware of the new certification requirements. Please don’t wait until the last minute to bring your pet for a health certificate.

Effective August 3rd!

Starting August 3, pet dogs and birds traveling to Mexico will need new inspection certificates due to New World screwworm detections in the U.S., though, pet cats remain exempt. The requirement follows Mexico's broader restrictions on U.S. livestock and other species imports since June.

05/20/2026

Today our team saved a life by performing emergency surgery to remove coins out of the stomach of a dog. The patient is doing well and recovering at home with her loving family.

Zinc poisoning in dogs is a severe, life-threatening condition caused by ingesting zinc-heavy objects (like US pennies minted after 1982, nuts, and bolts) or zinc-based ointments. The stomach acid dissolves the zinc, releasing toxic ions that destroy red blood cells, trigger organ failure, and cause death if untreated.

Common Sources of Zinc

Metallic objects:
US pennies (post-1982), galvanized nails, nuts, bolts, and zippers.

Ointments: Diaper rash creams (e.g., Desitin), calamine lotion, and sunscreens containing zinc oxide.

Supplements: Human daily multivitamins or specific zinc supplements.

Symptoms:

Zinc poisoning occurs in two phases, initially irritating the gut and later destroying blood cells and damaging organs:

Early Phase: Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, and stomach ulcers.

Late Phase: Pale or yellow (jaundiced) gums, rapid heart rate, breathing difficulties, and discolored (red or orange/brown) urine.

If your pet is acting sick or if you notice blood in the urine or orange color urine, your pet might have ingested zinc.

Please bring them to our team right away for further evaluation. If diagnosed early, like we did with this pet, the prognosis is very good.

Make sure you pick up coins from the floor when they fall off your pockets. Pennies are dangerous for pets if they get ingested.

05/01/2026

Please come get some effective flea prevention for your dogs and cats! Fleas can cause serious diseases.

Los Angeles County has reported a record number of flea-borne typhus cases, with approximately 90% of patients requiring hospitalization. Typhus is a bacterial disease transmitted by infected fleas commonly found on rats, cats, opossums, and occasionally dogs. Symptoms typically appear one to two weeks after a flea bite and may include fever, headache, nausea, body aches, vomiting, and rash. In severe cases, the infection can impact multiple organ systems and can be fatal. To reduce your risk, contact your veterinarian about year-round flea prevention for your pets and avoid contact with stray animals.

04/15/2026

Attention puppy owners. Parvovirus is a serious and potentially fatal infection in non-vaccinated dogs. It causes severe gastroenteritis, leading to dehydration, lethargy, and weight loss. In severe cases, dogs may not survive. Most pets diagnosed with parvovirus require hospitalization, intravenous fluid therapy, antibiotics, and expensive medications. Treatment is costly. Fortunately, vaccines against parvovirus are effective and safe. Parvovirus is entirely preventable. Parvovirus vaccines are typically combined with vaccines against other serious diseases and administered in a series of boosters. Puppies must receive their first dose at 6-8 weeks, followed by boosters every 3 weeks until they are at least 16 weeks old. Completing the vaccine series and receiving annual boosters is crucial. Puppies that receive only one dose of vaccine are not protected. Do you have questions? Please contact the Pet Pawzitive team to review our vaccine recommendations. Don’t risk your puppy’s health. Vaccines save lives. 🩷🩷🩷💉💉💉