Animal Emergency Guide: 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 […]
Volunteering in Corona
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 […]
Autumn Pet Care Tips from an Emergency Vet in Mission Viejo
Autumn Pet Care Tips: 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 […]
Dog-friendly Restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita
Dog-friendly Restaurants: 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 […]
Ranking the Most Dog-Friendly Villages in Ladera Ranch
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 […]
What to Do if Your Pet Goes Missing in Mission Viejo
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, […]
Updated for 2019: Keeping Your Dog Cool for the Summer
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 […]
Animal Shelters to Adopt from in Ladera Ranch
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 […]
Best Restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita is a beautiful city located in Orange County neighboring the cities of Lake Forest and Mission Viejo. The city is one of the youngest in Orange County and currently has a population of about 49,000 people! If you are in the area for a veterinarian appointment or are just checking out the […]
Planning for the Holidays With Pets in Rancho Santo Margarita
Holidays With Pets: Whether you’re planning to stay in town or travel, the holidays can be a stressful time (especially with pets!) Our pet-lovers at BrightCare Animal Emergency Room, we’ve compiled this quick guide of pet friendly restaurants, activities, hotels and boarding locations to hopefully help you have a happy and stress-free holiday season with […]