If you are currently experiencing an emergency and feel that your pet may have been affected by poisoning, please call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center phone number at (888) 426-4435. Also, please give us or your vet and the nearest emergency animal hospital a call. BrightCare Animal ER can be contacted at (949) 716-9270. […]
Volunteering in Corona is not only good for the community, but it is also good for you and the animals you are helping out. Volunteering is great for everyone, and you are helping contribute to a solution. Volunteering is not hard or strenuous work; it can be as easy as walking dogs or playing with […]
While the changing of seasons may be subtle in California, it can affect our pets’ lives in major ways. There’s actually a lot more to consider than just cold weather this time of year! To prevent pet emergencies during the holidays, here are a few autumn pet care tips from our emergency vet in Mission […]
If you’re a pet owner, chances are you consider your furry friend a true member of your family. While your dog is probably used to staying home while the human members of your family go out to dinner, there are actually several restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita that allow patrons to bring their dogs with […]
It’s not always easy living with pets. Dogs can be especially hard to care for when they’re always shedding and barking and asking for attention! With that being said, our furry friends are always worth the trouble because they’re a part of our family. To make things a little easier though, we’ve ranked the villages […]
Did you know that July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month? July 5th is the busiest day of the year for our animal shelters here in Mission Viejo, primarily because of the 4th of July holiday the day before. While fireworks, sparklers, and other loud and unfamiliar noises are a lot of fun for humans, […]
As veterinarians and animal lovers, we know that our patients’ owners are always doing their best to take good care of their pets. It can be difficult to know exactly what your animal needs, as their needs are different from ours and they cannot verbally communicate with you. This can be especially true for cats. […]
Every year, we like to remind our readers and our furry patients’ human parents about some important safety measures that should be taken to keep your dog cool and healthy during the summer. As temperatures rise here in Orange County, it is important to remember that your dog may not be able to handle the […]
BrightCare is proud to offer emergency veterinary services here in Orange County. Because animals can’t talk to us with words, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what they need. It can also be difficult to determine if they need emergency veterinary care, or if they can wait for a regular vet appointment. To help […]
Are you in the market for a new furry addition to your family? Often times people prefer to buy pets from stores or from breeders, but there are perfect pets that are waiting for forever homes in animal shelters. If you live in Ladera Ranch or the surrounding area, check out these awesome animal shelters […]
