The Bellingham BBVSH Blog
More Than Just Mischief: What Happens When Pets Swallow the Wrong Things
Most pets are curious by nature—and that curiosity often leads them to investigate the world with their mouths. Unfortunately, that can sometimes mean swallowing things that aren’t meant to be eaten. At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital, Bellingham, treating pets
Inside Your Pet’s Joint: How Arthroscopy Is Changing the Way We Diagnose and Treat Pain
When your pet develops a limp or seems less eager to move, the cause isn’t always obvious. Joint conditions can be complex—sometimes subtle, sometimes progressive—and they don’t always show up clearly on standard imaging. That’s where arthroscopy makes a difference.
When Every Second Counts: Is Your Pet Ready for an Emergency?
Emergencies don’t wait for the right moment—and when they happen, pets rely entirely on us to keep them safe. June is National Pet Preparedness Month, a timely reminder to make sure your emergency plans fully include your pets. In communities
Understanding TPLO Surgery for Dogs With Cruciate Ligament Injuries
If your dog has started limping, slowing down, or favoring one of their back legs, it’s important to have them evaluated by your primary care veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary surgeon. One of the most common orthopedic conditions affecting dogs
How Immunotherapy Is Changing the Way We Treat Canine Cancer
Cancer is one of the most challenging health issues our canine companions can face. Just like in people, veterinary oncology has advanced significantly over the past decade, offering more precise ways to diagnose and treat a wide variety of tumors—often
Living Well in the Senior Years: Understanding Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
Cushing’s disease is a hormonal condition that most often affects middle-aged and senior dogs, and its signs can be easy to miss early on. Changes like increased thirst, appetite shifts, accidents in the house, panting, or a thinning coat often
Lyme Disease in Pets: What Every Dog and Cat Owner Should Know
Here in Bellingham, many of us share the same routines — getting outside whenever we can, heading to the trails or the water, and bringing our dogs along for the ride (and sometimes our cats, too). As outdoor activity increases
World Veterinary Day 2026: Honouring the People Behind Advanced Veterinary Care
Caring for Animals, Caring for Each Other World Veterinary Day on April 26th is a moment to recognize the veterinarians and veterinary professionals whose knowledge, dedication, and compassion support animal health in many different settings around the world. From companion
Heartworm Prevention Month: Protecting Pets from a Silent but Serious Disease
April is Heartworm Prevention Month, an ideal time to focus on protecting pets from a disease that is far more common—and far more dangerous—than many owners realize. Heartworm disease is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by Dirofilaria immitis, a parasitic
