When your pet undergoes a veterinary exam with our Aloha Veterinary Hospital team, our veterinarian often orders routine blood work or diagnostic tests. Lab testing is vital for understanding your furry friend's health and establishing a baseline, which allows for early disease detection when changes occur. However, lab results can be confusing for pet owners, [...]
Summer is ideal for outdoor adventures with your furry pal, but seasonal skin concerns can bring down the vibe and leave your pet feeling miserable. Heat, humidity, and the environment can contribute to various pet skin issues, causing itching, irritation, or infections. The Aloha Veterinary Hospital team shares how you can combat seasonal threats and [...]
Feline arthritis is a progressive, inflammatory joint disease that affects more than 90% of cats by age 12. Unfortunately, early arthritis signs are subtle and often dismissed by pet owners as normal aging or another disorder, which can delay diagnosis and treatment. The Aloha Veterinary Hospital team helps cats live their best lives with arthritis [...]
Summer is made for road trips and traveling to beautiful, exciting places. You may be considering bringing your furry traveling companion with you as you vacation this summer. Traveling with your pet can be a rewarding experience, allowing you to share new adventures with them. However, ensuring their safety and comfort requires careful planning. Before [...]
Summer is a season of fun and adventure, not just for you but also for your furry companion. Beaches and hiking trails are popular destinations for pet owners who want to enjoy the sun and fresh air with their pets. Our Aloha Veterinary Hospital team encourages you to prioritize your pet's safety to ensure these [...]
California pet owners can encounter rattlesnakes at any time, making knowledge and preparation crucial. Minutes matter when a rattlesnake strikes, and pet owners must know how to handle this potentially deadly situation. The Aloha Veterinary Hospital team offers practical steps to prevent rattlesnake encounters and explains what you should do if the unthinkable occurs. Rattlesnake [...]
July Fourth is a time for celebratory gatherings, but this festive holiday can be stressful and dangerous for pets. Some pets will panic when they hear loud noises, and others will run away or be harmed during noisy gatherings and parties. Our Aloha Veterinary Hospital team shares comprehensive tips to help your furry pal stay [...]
Pain and inflammation often underlie pet health conditions and hold pets back from the activities they enjoy. Laser therapy is a drug-free treatment that is making waves in veterinary medicine by providing pets with quick, non-invasive relief from various issues. The Aloha Veterinary Hospital team explains laser therapy, how it works, and how it can [...]
Springtime can trigger allergies in people and pets that can lead to hay fever in humans and itchy, irritated skin in pets. Pollen, mold, dust mites, and other allergens cause significant discomfort and affect your pet's quality of life. Understanding and managing seasonal allergies can help reduce your pet’s discomfort. The Aloha Veterinary Hospital team [...]
There comes a time in most pets’ lives when surgery is necessary to prevent or correct health problems that can affect quality of life or longevity. All surgery comes with risks, which can include bleeding, infection, or incision problems. Modern anesthesia and surgery techniques, which include minimally invasive approaches, improve surgical safety and outcomes. The [...]