Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital: Engelsen Sara

read moreAre you planning on adding a pet to your family this year? These tips will help you prepare for the arrival of your furry, feathered, or finned friend. Dr. Kang was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea and immigrated to the United States in 2006 to seek change and a better opportunity to serve. He graduated from Seoul National University College of Veterinary Medicine, of Seoul, Korea in 2000. He majored in veterinary internal medicine and dermatology in graduate school, thus earning his master's degree.

read moreSimi Valley pet owner. You and your pets are what make our team at Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital get out of bed every morning excited to come to work. You've heard the quote, "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." Well, the veterinary professionals at Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital consider it a privilege to take care of your pets. We love what we do, and you'll feel that love with every encounter. We're proud of our achievements and the excellent veterinary care we provide, and we hope you'll be proud to call Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital your Simi Valley-area animal hospital of choice.

read moreThe most common dental condition affecting dogs and cats is periodontal disease, an infection and inflammation of the gums and supporting tissues of the teeth, caused by bacteria present in plaque and calculus (tartar). Alongside bad breath and bleeding at the gum line, when plaque and calculus are allowed to build up in your pet's teeth more serious issues can arise like receding gums, the loosening and eventual loss of teeth and may cause bacteria and toxins to enter the bloodstream with potentially harmful effects on internal organs.

read moreWe're talking about the dog who is going grey in the muzzle and maybe seems a little stiff in the morning, but is otherwise happy to go for walks. Geriatric pets are visibly in a different bracket when it comes down to quality of life and their ability to do things on their own. Now we're talking about the dog or cat who sleeps for many hours a day. They struggle to walk very far may have developed soiling issues in the house. Due to failing vision and hearing, they may become anxious; with panting, whining and pacing behaviors all common.

read moreSurgery is a scary word for a lot of people, and even scarier when it comes to their pets. Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital strives to provide excellence in veterinary surgery services and compassionate care for your pet. Dr. Aiden Kang incorporates the latest equipment and techniques, and technicians closely monitor vital signs including oxygen level, heartbeat, and blood pressure. Afterwards, pets awaken in our recovery area and relax in comfort until your arrival. Technicians are present during the entire recovery process to ensure patient safety.

read moreYour pet may be tilting their head to one side although it's important to point out that there are causes for this other than ear disease. The color and consistency of discharge may vary from yellow liquid to black wax, but the color does not indicate one particular cause. Allergies are a very common cause of ear problems, in fact, many of the yeast infections are secondary to an underlying allergy. If there are recurring ear symptoms, allergy is almost certainly the cause. Environmental allergens such as pollen, molds, and house dust mites are frequent causes of allergy.

read moreWe have a veterinarian and personnel on duty 6 days a week who are trained and equipped to handle any urgent care your pet has. Usually an emergency team consists of at least one veterinarian and several technicians working together to save a pet's life. Emergencies can be things such as snail bait poisoning, hit by car, and chocolate ingestion. If you ever feel that your pet needs emergency treatment do not hesitate to call or come in immediately. If possible it is best to call before coming in so that a team member can advise you on your particular emergency.

read moreHas your pet has been diagnosed with an environmental allergy? We know how upsetting it is to watch your pet suffer from constant scratching, and the expense incurred from oral medications and weekly steroid shots. That's why we are thrilled to offer you and your pet an all-new, cost effective therapy, Cytopoint- a targeted injectable that begins working within the first day, and delivers 4 to 8 weeks of relief. Cytopoint targets and neutralizes the cell signaling molecules that send the itch signal to the brain.