Summer Treat Recipe for Dogs

Are you looking for a nice summer treat for your dog? This can be as easy as stuffing a Kong and freezing it! Just remember to feed your pet their cool treat outside because it can get a little messy as it defrosts.

Dog House Repairs Month

Does your dog have a dog house? It's Dog House Repairs Month! Make sure their house is not made of pressure treated wood if they are a puppy or a chewer! Pressure treated wood is treated with arsenic and is poisonous to pets if consumed!

Welcome Dr. Jon Hansche

We are very pleased to announce that Dr. Jon Hansche has joined the Gregg Animal Hospital family!  Dr. Hansche was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, but growing up his family moved around a lot.  He graduated from high school in the Los Angeles area.  He then received his bachelor’s degree in biology from Point Loma Nazarene University followed by receiving his DVM from Michigan State University.  Afterwards, Dr. Hansche spent a year interning at a specialty practice in West Los Angeles studying cardiology and internal medicine.  He then joined a small animal general practice in San Marcos (north San Diego) where he enjoyed practicing until joining the Gregg Animal Hospital family in 2013.

  

Dr. Hansche and his wife, Adria, have three young children and they share their house with two Chihuahuas and two cats.  In his spare time, Dr. Hansche enjoys spending time with his kids and family.  Some of his hobbies include photography, mountain biking, skiing, camping, fishing, gardening, reading, and surfing.

Please stop in to meet Dr. Hansche and help welcome him to our hospital!

National Pet Preparedness Month

This month is National Pet Preparedness Month. In order to be sure your pet is prepared for a disaster, make sure your safety kit includes food, water, leash and collar, bowls, pet ID, medications, immunization records, pet carrier, first aid kit, and a contact list for all pet emergency contacts.

Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day this Monday! Remember the men and women who dedicated their lives to our nation’s freedom.

Spring Prevention

Flea and tick preventatives are very important, especially for pets that spend time on adventures, but also for pets that just stay home. If you have questions about preventatives, please ask. 

It's National Pet First Aid Awareness Month