Ohana Veterinary Clinic

08/14/2026

It's been hot so the beach is a happening destination! Just be careful when going out into the water. Being stung by a stingray is no joke!

Jake Hemann grabbed a board and headed out to surf. But an hour later, he wound up sitting at the lifeguard station soaking his foot in a pail of hot water alongside four other beachgoers.

07/31/2026

Traveling to Mexico isn't going to be as easy as having your rabies vaccine certificate anymore. Dogs will need to be examined before they leave and will need to be examined again before they come back to the states. Consider leaving your pet stateside if it's going to be a short trip.

07/31/2026

Fleas are really bad right now with this heat. We've been having to double up on flea preventatives for many patients in attempt to control the fleas. If you're having trouble with fleas, come see us! Flea borne diseases are no joke.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said five symptomatic cases linked to the outbreak have been identified this year.

07/30/2026

We've been seeing a severe uptick in fleas recently. Even though this article is up state, this could very well happen in our area as well. Playgrounds and parks may hold a lot of fleas! Make sure to stay vigilant with flea prevention for your pet.

A popular playground is shut down and could remain closed for a couple more weeks after town officials discovered a significant flea infestation.

07/30/2026

As a clinic that is an advocate for pets for the homeless, this is huge! Looking forward to more lives saved, more human-animal bonds made, and expanding our "Ohana."

ASCPA opened their first free and low-cost veterinary clinic on the West Coast on Wednesday, July 29 in the City of Carson.

07/02/2026

It's fireworks time! Make sure your pet is safe at home. Ask us about sedatives if the loud noises make your pet frantic and more likely to run away during the chaos.

06/22/2026

Always check your pet for any open wounds or sores. They should be cared for right away.

Experts say not to panic. These are the signs to look for to protect your fur babies.

06/18/2026

Summer is here, which means outdoor trips with the family. Always we aware of the things that your pet may get into while outside!

Curated by Smartbrief. Emergency veterinarians at the Pet Emergency and Specialty Center of Marin County, Calif., have treated 10 dogs in the past three weeks for suspected mushroom poisoning, writes emergency veterinarian Kayla Lamphere. Most of the hundreds of mushroom species in the Bay Ar...

06/12/2026

The loss of a family member is never easy. Consider the Pet Loss Support Helpline if the grief is particularly heavy.

The bond we form with animals can be deep and fulfilling. When a beloved pet dies, the loss can bring grief and intense sorrow.

06/10/2026

With screwworm now being confirmed in the United States, it means travel requirements for pets going internationally to Mexico will change. Be sure to contact us before you travel for updates.

Curated by Smartbrief. The USDA has confirmed New World screwworm cases in a goat in Gillespie County and a calf in LaSalle County, Texas, and in a small dog in Lea County, N.M. Twelve-mile quarantine zones have been established, and the USDA is increasing the production of sterile flies.