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 NTRODUCTIONS please
We are very proud to announce the addition of an
excellent doctor to the staff!
Dr. Georgina Sullos comes to Laguna Hills
Animal Hospital after having practiced for 3 years in New York (Long Island). She grew up in S.CA and wanted to come home. Dr. Sullos received her veterinary degree from Ross
University and did her clinical training at Texas A&M. She sees patients every Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
Dr. Fukuzato also wanted to be closer to home.
She and her husband have moved back to the Seattle area. We wish her well.
Dr. Cruz will be adding some Saturday patient days to her hectic media spokesperson
schedule. Also check out The Pet Doctor at
www.petliferadio.com. Exciting, too, iTunes has recently picked up the show.
Dr. Goulard is still busy seeing patients that
need her expertise with acupuncture treatment techniques. She is also our resident expert regarding Chinese herbal therapy.
Dr. Acton, having recently completed a major (5
yr.) remodeling of the hospital and pet hotel, continues to see patients every Saturday. The "new" Laguna Hills Animal Hospital was worth the effort! Please ask for a tour.
Drs. Reichel, Costuma, Sultzer and Lipton continue to see patients regularly.
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F.Y.I
BAKE SALE / CHARITY FUND RAISER - Sat. Dec. 8th.
Through this annual tradition we coordinate the sale of donated bake
goods, jewelry and crafts. The hospital matches the money raised to maintain a "Pet Care Assistance" fund to financially help pet owners in need.
SANTA PHOTOS - extended by popular demand.
Thursday (Dec.6th.), Friday (Dec.7th.) & Sat.(Dec.8th.)
All of your favorite doctors will take their turn dressed up as Santa (or Ms. Claus). for
professional quality photos with your pet. Make your reservation early as their "laps" will fill-up quickly. All monies, over cost, will supplement the "Pet Care Assistance" fund.
TENDER LOVING CARE - The University of California at Davis has started a program that allows deceased pet owners the ability to provide continued care for their pet(s). TLC provides permanent homes
for pets after the owner dies. The enrollment fee is $1,000 with the remaining $30,000 gifted to U.C. Davis from the pet owner's estate. Check out www.tlcforpets.org
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from the doctor's desk
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Question:
I have heard the news reports and have read on the Internet that home flame retardants can make my cat
sick. Should I worry?
Answer:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has
identified an increased risk of over-active thyroid (hyperthyroidism) in older (over 10 years) cats exposed to indoor chemicals used as fire retardants.
These chemicals are present in carpet, fabrics, furniture and even electronics. Cats consume
household dust while grooming themselves so prevention is not practical. Fortunately, the condition is rare and treatment is available. Signs are progressive weight loss despite a heavy appetite.
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