Budget friendly and quality care for your pet at Bloomfield Animal Hospital
Posted by Dr. Jose Arambulo
Regular care for pets is important for several reasons:
- Pets get older quickly: Pets have a shorter lifespan and age much faster than humans. The way we care for young animals is often much different than the care they need as they get older or become senior pets. When we are with them every day, it can be hard to notice subtle changes that indicate that they need different foods, activities, or even medication to keep them happy and healthy.
- Pets can't talk: When children are sick, they can cry or tell us that they don't feel well. However, pets can't communicate in the same way. While some symptoms are easy to spot, others are less noticeable. Regular exams will allow your pet's veterinary team to spot changes or potential issues and recommend early treatment.
- Prevention is key: While treating a pet illness is important, preventing it is even better. Your vet can tell you which vaccines your pet needs and can prescribe certain preventative medications, such as those that prevent heartworm and fleas.
- Weight checks: Your pet's weight is an important factor in their overall health and wellness. Pets who are overweight could be at risk for diabetes or certain respiratory conditions. However, it can be hard to tell if your pet has gained a few pounds without a pet scale. Routine weight checks can highlight any potential problems and, if there is one, the vet can help you address it.
- Bad behavior: We want our pets to be obedient and happy. However, sometimes bad pet behavior such as accidents, scratching, or barking may indicate a health issue. If the vet finds that your pet's behavior isn't caused by a medical issue, he can still provide tricks and advice to help you get your pet back on track.
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Bloomfield Animal Hospital is a trusted name in pets’ preventive, medical, surgical, and emergency care in Lakewood, CA. With a 30-year history as a family-owned pet clinic, it provides modern services in a warm, friendly environment. It’s one of the few veterinary hospitals to be AAHA-accredited.
Dr. Jose Arambulo, owner and chief veterinarian, is experienced in treating eye, ear, and skin disorders and is especially interested in internal medicine, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery. He earned his BS in Medical Technology from the University of Santo Tomas and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of the Philippines. He completed clinical evaluation for veterinary medicine at Purdue University in Indiana and was a veterinarian at Banfield and California before acquiring Bloomfield Animal Hospital.
Dr. Arambulo is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Information Network, Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, Southern California Filipino Veterinary Medical Association, and the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce.
Our Traveling Surgeon, Dr. Zachery Smith, is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He specializes in complex orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. While training, he worked with some of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country. He has lectured both locally and internationally. Dr. Smith plays a leading role at Veterinary Orthopedics of California, which is dedicated to providing high-level surgical services to pets.
Our visiting physician, Dr. Fred Brewer, is a veterinary cardiologist board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology at UCLA and earned his veterinary degree from Cornell University in 2009. Later, he completed a one-year general rotating internship at the California Animal Hospital Veterinary Specialty Group in West Los Angeles and a three-year cardiology residency at Cornell University.
Dr. Arambulo is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Information Network, Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, Southern California Filipino Veterinary Medical Association, and the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce.
