Cysts vs. Tumors on Dogs: What That Lump Might Mean 

Cysts vs. Tumors on Dogs: What That Lump Might Mean 

Finding a lump under your dog’s fur can be alarming, but not every bump spells bad news. In many cases, these growths turn out to be harmless cysts or skin tags—but sometimes, they’re more serious. At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital in Citrus Heights, CA, our veterinarians often evaluate these lumps to determine what’s going on […]

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Holiday Safety Tips for Pets

Holiday Safety Tips for Pets

While even our pets can get in on the holiday fun, this time of year does pose some serious risks to their health and well-being. All pets are at an increased risk of holiday-related illnesses or injuries. Our pet safety reminders will help your four-legged buddy get through the holiday season, and help them enjoy […]

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Halloween Pet Safety Tips

Halloween Pet Safety Tips

Halloween is a hauntingly good time for humans, but for pets, the spooky season can bring more scares than sweets. With candy bowls, Halloween costumes, and curious trick-or-treaters everywhere, it’s important to take precautions to keep your furry friends safe and sound. At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital, we love a good scare, but not when […]

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How Long Are Dogs in Heat?

How Long Are Dogs in Heat?

At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital, we recommend that most dogs be spayed for a variety of health reasons (and to reduce the number of homeless pets). However, should you choose to breed your dog, or if you have adopted a dog who has not yet been spayed, you’ll want to know what to expect in […]

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Why Does My Dog Eat Poop?

Why Does My Dog Eat Poop?

You offer nutritious meals and plenty of snacks, but still: your dog eats poop! Why would they do this, and what does it mean? Keep reading to find out why some dogs eat poo.

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Flea and Tick 101: How to Protect Your Pet

Flea and Tick 101: How to Protect Your Pet

There are very few, if any, drawbacks to being a pet owner. They give us so much, it almost feels like we are forever in their debt. There is one thing we can do to repay them, though: keep them safe from harm. Among the many ways to establish and uphold all manner of safety […]

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Spring Cleaning Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Spring Cleaning Safety Tips for Pet Owners

With sunnier skies and warmer weather comes a natural urge to freshen up our living spaces. But if there are animal friends in your midst, it’s important to keep spring cleaning pet safety in mind. At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital, your pet’s health and safety is always our number one priority. In this blog, our […]

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Reducing Stress At Veterinary Visits

Reducing Stress At Veterinary Visits

Veterinary offices are filled with unusual sights, sounds, smells, and people. It’s no surprise that all these new sensations can cause stress at veterinary visits. At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital, we want our animal friends to live their healthiest lives and stay up to date with their medical care. To take some of the bite […]

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The Importance of Spaying and Neutering Your Pet

The Importance of Spaying and Neutering Your Pet

Why spay or neuter your pet? Because spaying and neutering pets is one of the most important steps pet parents can take to protect their pet’s ongoing health and to help the local community with pet population control. Most pets can be safely spayed or neutered by the time they’re 6 months old, but you […]

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Kickstart the New Year with a Monthly Pet Health Checklist

Kickstart the New Year with a Monthly Pet Health Checklist

The start of a new year is the perfect time to prioritize your pet’s health and well-being. Creating a monthly pet health checklist is one of the best ways to stay on top of their care. At Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital, we’re all about helping you maintain your pet’s health routine so they can stay […]

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