Pet Insurance 

The Importance of Pet Insurance: A Veterinarian’s Guide As a pet owner, you want the best for your furry family members—from the food they eat to the care they receive. While we often consider diet, exercise, and regular check-ups as fundamental aspects of caring for our pets, there’s another critical component that shouldn’t be overlooked: […]

Cost of Care – Financial Options 

The Cost of Pet Care: Exploring Financial Options for Your Furry Friends Taking care of your pets is super important, but we all know vet bills can get pricey. From regular check-ups to emergency treatments, costs can add up fast. To help manage these expenses, let’s look at some great financial options: Pet Insurance (review […]

Pet Poisoning Response Guide

When it comes to responsible pet ownership, ensuring the safety and well-being of our furry companions is paramount. However, when faced with unexpected emergencies like pet poisoning, knowing how to respond effectively becomes critical. Understanding the signs of poisoning and being equipped with the right knowledge can make all the difference in ensuring the well-being […]

The Pet Owners Guide to Quick and Calm Emergency Veterinary Visits 

Every pet owner dreads the day they are faced with an emergency situation involving their beloved companion. During these times of crisis, emotions are running high and we can quickly become overwhelmed and frantic. To ensure a seamless trip to the emergency veterinarian, we’re here to help you get prepared to promote a calm and […]

How Can You Make the Holidays Safer for Your Pet?

The holidays are about special times with loved ones, but this season can spell disaster for the furriest members of the family. We’re happy to offer you a go-to guide for preventing holiday-related accidents involving your pets. We’ll discuss how to keep your furry friends safe from harmful foods, risky decorations, and weather-related hazards, ensuring […]

Pet Treats: The Good, The Bad, and The Unsafe

Whether you like to have treats on hand to encourage your dog to learn new tricks, or you’re looking to secure a tasty surprise, we’re here to guide you. Pet treats can be a great way to brighten your furry companion’s day. However, it’s important to note what types of treats to steer clear of […]

What to Do When Your Pet Has Vomiting or Diarrhea

If your pet is vomiting or has diarrhea, it’s only natural to wonder if they’re experiencing a medical emergency. While it’s completely understandable to assume the worst, your pet may only be dealing with a minor stomach bug. However, there are times when vomiting or diarrhea points to a more serious condition. We’re here to […]

Watch Out for Foxtail Grass This Summer

Foxtail grasses are a species of wild grasses or weeds, including wild barley. It is indigenous to the western United States, but has migrated across the country and is now common in almost every state. If your pet is exposed to foxtail seeds, they can burrow into his skin, eyes, ears, nose, and throat, causing […]

Three Key Ways to Help Your Pet Avoid Heat Illness This Summer

Our pets are beloved members of our families and as such, we do everything we can to keep them safe, happy, and healthy. Although your pet may be up-to-date on their vaccinations and flea and tick medication, it’s essential to recognize the hazards that may be less controllable, such as heat illness. Heat Illness Symptoms […]

Tips for Natural Disaster Preparedness with Pets

May 13th is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. If you live in an area at risk for natural disasters like floods, wildfires, earthquakes, tornados, tsunamis, or other dangers, you probably have a disaster preparedness plan. If you have pets, you should make sure your family has a plan in place for how to care for […]

The recent Los Angeles wildfires have left many animals in urgent need of help. In the coming days, more and more animals suffering from burns and other injuries will require critical medical care.  

Lakefield is supporting @pasadenahumane, which has taken in over 400 animals since the fires began and is at capacity with drop-offs and goods donations. They are in greater need of monetary support to assist with treatment and ongoing care.  

We are doing our part by matching up to $5,000 for the Pasadena Humane to help support lifesaving care for these animals, you can donate directly through this social media post.   Together, we can make a difference.