Staff Features
Megan Van Deren – Featured
Megan Van Deren- Staff Feature Megan Van Deren- Staff Feature Megan weaves together her love for animals and her devotion to her friends, family and hobbies into a lifestyle that makes this “local girl” as she calls herself, one content human. Ever since she was a kid growing up in Sebastopol, she was surrounded by…
Hannah Darrow – Featured
Hannah Darrow Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital- Staff Feature Hannah keeps all gears oiled and running smoothly at Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital. As Practice Manager, she gets to see the “extra behind the scenes behind the scenes” world of accounting, bills and evaluations. Stuff you might think is boring, Hannah thinks is fun! “I love figuring…
Erica Marshall – Featured
Erica Marshall- Staff Feature “Make a plan. Be willing to change the plan.” This is Erica’s work and life motto. Her life path might seem winding—a straight-A, biology-loving high school student becomes a computer repair person, a professional photographer then discovers her passion for animal care in a spay-neuter clinic. But her curiosity is the…
Guinea Pigs were once wild
Did you know your guinea pig has wild ancestors? Did you know your guinea pig has wild ancestors? Your loveable bundle of friendly fur (Cavia porcellus) has an ancient history. Their wild ancestors (either cavia tschudii, cavia aperea, or cavia fulgida) come from South America where they were domesticated around 5,000 B.C. Ancient Incas kept…
Health Alerts
Health Warning about DCM
FDA Updates Cases of Food-Related Heart Disease in Pets We’re passing on an important warning about a connection found between various dog food brands and DCM as reported buy HealthDay News. “THURSDAY, June 27, 2019 (HealthDay News) — More than 500 reports of heart disease in dogs and cats linked to some pet foods have…
Canine Influenza
Health Warning! Canine Influenza (Dog Flu) has hit Northern California… Health Warning! Canine Influenza (Dog Flu) has hit Northern California… This disease can be fatal! Here’s what to watch for: A dry, hacking cough (similar to kennel cough) Lack of appetite Lethargy Discharge from nose or eyes Fever (normal is between 101 and 102) If you…
Lepto Warning!
Health Warning! Leptospirosis has been reported in Sonoma County The Sonoma Index Tribune has reported the death of a Rohnert Park dog. We’ve linked that story for you to read more below. Our message is this; get your dog vaccinated before you take them to daycare, or kennel them and before you head out anywhere…
Health Tips
Is pet insurance right for you?
Is Pet Insurance right for you? Is a Pet Wellness Plan a better option? Or should you have both? Is pet insurance worth the cost? You might have heard a story of someone who recently took their 6-year-old dog to their Veterinarian for minor symptoms and learned the pooch had a serious condition that would…
Brushing your pet’s teeth
Does your pet have a healthy smile? It’s really important to have one for your Dog, or Cat. And it often takes a professional’s eye to see a problem… Click here to edit Spacer module. Click here to edit Spacer module. Healthy smiles mean healthy teeth, and healthy teeth are very important for keeping your…
Have you chipped your pet?
Have you “chipped” you pet yet? Dogs with microchips are twice as likely to be returned to their families. Click here to edit Spacer module. Click here to edit Spacer module. And cats are 20 times more likely to find their way back into your arms if they’ve been microchipped! Statistically, one in three pets…
Dog Winter Gear
Keep your pets warm and safe in the cold weather Click here to edit Spacer module. Not all dogs are equipped for the cold of winter and need a little help from you… Click here to edit Spacer module. Depending on your dog’s breed, winter gear can make them more comfortable and help keep them…
Summer Time Travel With Pets
Summer Time Travel with Pets Click here to edit Spacer module. Pets normally tag along on a vacation in one of two ways, road trip, or airline. Click here to edit Spacer module. Airline Travel If your cat, dog, rabbit or household bird (loud squawkers are excluded) and its approved carrier weigh 20 lbs. or…
Flea and Tick prevention
Flea and Tick Season is Starting! Protect your pet against a wide range of health problems, from skin infections to Lyme disease. Flea and Tick Season is Starting! Protect your pet against a wide range of health problems, from skin infections to Lyme disease. Flea and Tick Prevention As the sun begins to return, so…
Are Hedgehogs a good choice as a pet?
Are Hedgehogs a good choice as a pet? Are Hedgehogs a good choice as a pet? The African Pygmy Hedgehog seems to be very popular these days… But is it a good choice as a house pet for your family? There is quite a bit going around about these cute little critters, so we decided…
Canine Influenza
Health Warning! Canine Influenza (Dog Flu) has hit Northern California… Health Warning! Canine Influenza (Dog Flu) has hit Northern California… This disease can be fatal! Here’s what to watch for: A dry, hacking cough (similar to kennel cough) Lack of appetite Lethargy Discharge from nose or eyes Fever (normal is between 101 and 102) If you…
Keep the Cannabis edibles out of reach
There’s something really wrong with this picture… Keep the Cannabis edibles out of reach! There is SO much good information going around about the health benefits of Cannabis (specifically CBD’s) that one would not consider any ill effects. Change the picture for just a moment, and consider how you would respond to accepting a cookie…
Don’t Kiss the Chickens!
There is risk of contracting Salmonella from contact with chickens. No Kissing! Home chicken coups are getting more popular and for good reason! The eggs you raise are nutritionally superior, and they just plain taste better. Chickens in your yard offer other benefits as well (as many of you have learned) including often providing you…
JoJo's Perch
JoJo on Chocolate
JoJo’s Perch JoJo’s Perch Hide the Chocolate! February 2, 2018 Happy February everyone! You know what February brings, right? Yep, poisonous treats. For some weird human reason, February is when everyone gives each other little (or not so little) boxes of poisonous treats called “chocolate.” I hear that humans love it, no fair that…
JoJo’s Perch – Holiday Toys
JoJo’s Perch JoJo’s Perch Holiday Toys December 19, 2017 Hello there my friends! I think I’m finally done digesting Thanksgiving. How about you all? My human made my favorite Fruit/Nut bars for me. So good! Now I’m looking forward to the next holiday, the big one, you know it. I call it “Human, give me all…
JoJo’s Perch Back to School
JoJo’s Perch JoJo’s Perch Back To School September 2, 2017 Okay everyone; it’s that time of year when many of our younger humans go back to “school.” I don’t know what this “school” is; I do know that it’s different from “work,” more seasonal somehow. I also know that humans don’t like going to…
Special Offers
Amy Freeman’s Artwork
Pet Portraits by Amy Freeman Our talented staff member Amy Freeman has been providing excellent veterinary care for your pets for years here at Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital but did you know she is also a talented artist? Amy is accepting commission requests for pet portraits from our SRVH family and friends. We are setting…
Spay Neuter Offer
It’s not just a routine procedure to us… Spay Neuter Offer “I highly recommend this Doctor” – Jake Spaying or Neutering your Dog or Cat is a major operation. Dr. Krome taught Surgical Procedures at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. His knowledge and experience will provide your pet with the safest and friendliest possible…
Flea and Tick prevention
Flea and Tick Season is Starting! Protect your pet against a wide range of health problems, from skin infections to Lyme disease. Flea and Tick Season is Starting! Protect your pet against a wide range of health problems, from skin infections to Lyme disease. Flea and Tick Prevention As the sun begins to return, so…
Pet Exam
Get your Dog or Cat a comprehensive exam for 50% off Selecting the right Veterinarian to care for your pet isn’t easy… Aside from a VERY thorough exam, You’ll have an opportunity to: Meet the Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital team (and all the treats that come with it!) Determine the current vaccine status of your…