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Oct 17, 2024

When it comes to Halloween, our family pets often find the evening full of people, costumes, and noises overwhelming and even scary. Here are a few things to consider when preparing for the festivities:   Candy There are many potential toxic goodies this time of year.  Chocolate is the most concerning Halloween treat; eating even […]

Oct 4, 2024

Join us for Pints for Pets at Ravenna Brewing on October 26th, 2024

Aug 1, 2024

Our Urgent Care team is here for you Monday through Friday 8 AM until 6 PM when your pet needs immediate attention. With extensive training and experience, our doctors and nursing staff are ready to stabilize and treat a wide range of issues—from emergencies like trauma, breathing problems, or toxic ingestions to those moments when […]

Aug 1, 2024

Why would a dog need a gastropexy? Gastropexy is a surgical procedure primarily recommended to prevent gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly known as bloat or twisted stomach. GDV is a life-threatening condition, especially in large and deep-chested breeds, where the stomach twists on itself, cutting off blood flow and leading to shock and organ damage. Dogs […]

Aug 1, 2024

Tiny Incisions, Big Benefits Laparoscopic Ovariectomy offers a minimally invasive approach, resulting in less postoperative pain and a quicker return to normal activities for your canine companions. The smaller incisions reduce the risk of postoperative complications, such as infections or incisional hernias, ensuring a smoother recovery process. During the laparoscopic procedure, the abdomen is gently […]

Jul 31, 2024

  A few weeks ago, we informed you about upcoming changes from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding the entry of dogs into the United States. Initially, these changes would have introduced several new requirements, including the need for a “Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccination” form to be electronically submitted and endorsed by a […]

Jun 21, 2024

Starting August 1st, 2024, bringing dogs into the United States will become more complicated. This will impact clients who frequently travel to and from Canada or Mexico with their dogs. Due to cases of canine rabies found in dogs imported by various rescues and private individuals over the last few years the Centers for Disease […]

Jun 21, 2024

We contribute $1 for every rabies vaccination given at our clinics   “Making life better for people and their pets” is the mission of Seattle Veterinary Associates. We are thrilled to declare our continued support for the global rabies elimination campaign, Rabies Free Africa, from Washington State University. We contribute $1 for every rabies vaccination […]