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High blood pressure can affect cats, especially as they get older, and may cause serious health problems if left untreated. Learn about the signs of feline hypertension, how it’s diagnosed, and why routine screening can help protect your cat’s long-term health.

Spaying is an important part of preventive veterinary care, but advances in surgical technology have changed how the procedure can be performed. At Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care, we offer laparoscopic spays as a minimally invasive alternative designed to reduce surgical trauma, improve precision, and support a more comfortable recovery for dogs.

Ticks can affect both people and pets, and recent attention around Alpha-gal syndrome highlights the importance of tick awareness. Learn more about Alpha-gal syndrome, tick exposure, and why year-round flea and tick prevention matters for your pet.

As pets age, their health needs can become more complex. A senior dog or cat may develop stiffness, digestive changes, fatigue, weight loss, anxiety, or chronic pain that does not have one simple cause. That is why combining Western diagnostics with Eastern holistic medicine can be such a valuable approach for senior pet care.

As summer comes to an end, changes in your family’s routine can also affect your pet. Learn how to help your dog or cat adjust to a new schedule with tips for reducing stress, encouraging enrichment, and supporting their overall well-being.

Flea and tick exposure can happen year-round. Learn how BRAVECTO QUANTUM provides long-lasting flea and tick protection and whether this veterinary-administered preventive may be right for your dog.

A recent rabies case in the East Bay serves as an important reminder to keep cats protected with current rabies vaccinations. Even indoor cats can face unexpected exposure risks, such as slipping outdoors or encountering wildlife. Learn why our veterinarians recommend keeping all cats up to date on rabies vaccines.

Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center is proud to launch Art for Animals, a monthly program that showcases local artists while supporting animal welfare organizations. Our inaugural featured artist, Brian Simuro Photography, presents a stunning collection of wildlife and nature prints, with a portion of August proceeds benefiting The Marine Mammal Center. Learn more about Brian's work, the mission behind Art for Animals, and how you can make a difference with every purchase.

Summer brings outdoor fun, but it also brings seasonal risks for dogs and cats. Learn how to protect your pet from common California summer hazards, including foxtails, heat stress, BBQ foods, insect bites, and fireworks-related stress. BRVC shares tips to help keep your pet safe, healthy, and ready to enjoy the season.

Feline upper respiratory infections (URIs) are common in cats and can cause sneezing, congestion, eye discharge, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Learn how URIs spread, what signs to watch for, treatment options, and how vaccines like FVRCP can help protect your cat. BRVC shares what cat owners should know about keeping their feline companions healthy.