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Beach Vet HospitalExcellence in veterinary care of dogs and catsph: (562)433-3400 Home

Experience the difference

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Tuesday through Saturday

11am-7pm- by appointment

After Hours

phone: 562 367-9309

7pm-11pm

Closed Sun & Mon

2741 East 4th Street

Suite B

Carroll & Rose Parks

Corner of 4th & Temple

Long Beach, CA 90814

Emergency Medicine.... Critical Care...

Internal Medicine... Surgery....

Complete Laboratory...... Xrays ......

EKG.... Blood pressure.... Ultrasound

Puppy & Kitten Vaccines.... Spay & Neuter...

Dentistry..... Allergies..... Ear Infections

Holistic Nutrition Behavior Consultation....... Housecalls..... In Home Euthanasia .........

Dr. Ena Valikov

BS (Biochemistry), DVM

University of California Davis

Previous owner of Bellflowervet.com

Emergency

Urgent? - Yes, If ...... your dog or cat is:

trying to vomit, is retching but can't--especially Big Dogstrying to urinate or defecate but can't-especially Male cats weak or listlesscan't get updragging rear legs-especially if DoxieGums are Not Pink-got into a poison or human medicationsate a foreign object, toxic plants.trying to have puppies or kittens, pushing and straining, but can'tbreathing fast or with exhertionhas a persistent coughcan't get comfortableHas a Fever.Normal rectal temp. is approx. 101.5Flooks bloatedhaving a seizure, tremors or collapsedcan't get upstruck by a car bit by another animalis bleedingIn Pain
What do I do?11am -6pm call 433-34006pm-11pm call 367-9309Stay calmIf your pet ingested a poison or your drugs, please call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center—(888) 426-4435Timing is of the essence!The ASPCA advises that pet owners Invest in an emergency first-aid kit for pets: A fresh bottle of hydrogen peroxide, 3 percent USP (to induce vomiting) A turkey baster, bulb syringe or large medicine syringe (to administer peroxide) Saline eye solution Artificial tear gel (to lubricate eyes after flushing) Mild grease-cutting dishwashing liquid (for bathing an animal after skin contamination) Forceps (to remove stingers) A muzzle (to protect against fear- or excitement-induced biting) If your dog is hurt it might bite you in transport. Use a muzzle to protect yourself. Some of your pet's favorite canned foodIf you have any medical records, or your pet is taking medications, bring them wiith youIf your pet is bleeding, apply direct pressure -No peaking to see if it stopped. if your pet is overheated (temperature is > 105 F, wet the body with cool waterImmobilize gently to prevent worsening spinal injury in transportif the pet is a victim of trauma, having difficulty walking, dragging limbs, or has paralysisIf you can't reacn us, please call the closest vet emergency hospital.
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ABOUT US

Dr. Ena Valikov has been a clinician of dogs and cats in Southern California for over 21 years. Being fortunate to have worked with great mentors in internal medicine and an emergency critical care specialist; and ten years of experience exclusively in emergency hospitals makes her confident in her abilities to help your pet in times of urgent need. Training in biochemistry affords her a unique perspective on holistic nutrition and chronic diseases. She invites you to visit Beach Veterinary Hospital to experience the difference education, extensive experience and compassion makes.

Pet Care

Special

Dog and Cat Anesthesia & Surgery

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Dog & Cat Nutrition, internal medicine

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Behavior, puppy training

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Euthanasia House Calls

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Directions

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Nutrition

Food Labels and what they mean

Improper nutrition can lead to choronic maladies such as obesity, diabetes, liver disease, and skin problems (itching, scratching, sores, ear infections)-- wihch cause pain and suffering to your pet and are expensive to treat. It is important to be educated about the ingredients listed on your pet's food label. We can help you sort through them in a nutritional consultation.

I was told not to feed pets human foods...

Nutrients approximating what nature intended for you pet are more likely to be found in whole, minimally processed foods

What is "raw" food

Raw food has not undergone as much alteration as processed commercial foods retaining more organic complex nutrients, more likely to be properly absorbed.

There are several nutritional movements to provide our pets with more species appropriate whole minimally modified and processed foods.

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Anesthesia

Surgery...Anesthesia

What is a Pulse Oximeter?

When a patient is undergoing surgery---expertise in anesthesia is crucial. Oxygen is supplied through a gas mixing device known as a precision vaporizer and is delivered to the patients lungs via an endotracheal tube. Oxygen is a fuel of metabolism and its precise concentration is monitored by this device.

What is an End Tidal CO2 Monitor?

It is important to verfy that the endotracheal tube is open and is properly placed in the airways to inflate the lungs. This device enables us to see if the surgical patient is breathing efficiently, and allows the use of safer opiate constant rate infusions.

Why is temperature control important?

Patient's temperature tends to decrease in surgery, which in turn requires less anesthetics putting the patient to sleep deeper. Your pet's temperature is maintained using a water recirculating blanket until it returns to normal

What's up with Blood Pressure?

Circulation of blood depends on proper blood pressure, which anesthetics can depress, especially in older pets who are sick. We monitor BP carefully in anesthetizing critically ill and geriatric pets. IV fluids are essential for BP control.

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Behavior

Puppy Training

Life long habits, good or destructive, are formed between six weeks and six months of age. It is important to know of proper training techniques and apply them early. We focus on socialization, positive reinforcement," Nothing- in -life is- Free" and Gentle Leadership for potty training, crate training etc.

Anxieties and fear

Separation anxiety is one of the most common behavioral issues we see, especially in rehomed dogs. Reduction of severity requires a thorough understanding of the pet's history tand involves behavioral modification techniques- often coupled with short-term medications to reduce anxiety, which hinders your pet's ability to relax and learn new things.

Aggression

If your pet exhibits signs of aggression, it is vital to take it seriously and treat it early. In our experience many cases of dog- human aggression are based on fear and inappropriate training. Dogs can inflict a significant amount of physical pain, especially on kids-- and can lead to very expensive lawsuits. If we are not able to help you, we will refer you to a board certified behavioral specialist

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Directions Line Frame

Directions 605 South to 22 Fwy West which ends becoming 7th St. 7th St. to Park Ave. _ Recreation Park, turn left on Park to 4th St Right on 4th St past Temple. Park on 4th Street by the Chinese restaurant and the VW place. 91 West /to 710 South . Aquarium / Shoreline Dr. Exit or Broadway Exit. Shoreline to Ocean, turn right on Ocean. Either Ocean Blvd or Broadway to Temple Ave, turn left to 4th St. .................................................................................................................................. If you prefer Streets: Bellflower Blvd or Lakewood Blvd or Los Coyotes Diag. towards Traffic Circle to Ximeno. Ximeno to 7th St. Turn right on 7th . Left on Temple to corner of 4th. Lobby Entrance-- please park in the larger parking lot on 4th Street Temple Ave parking lot leads to the hospital emergency exit and surgery.

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Euthanasia Footprints in the Sand

End of life and quality of Life Decisions

Figuring out if your pet is suffering, or living a good quality of life is often not easy nor black and white. Our pets live much shorter lives than we do, and we often face one of the most difficult decisions of our lives when chosing to end theirs- to prevent the pet's pain and suffering. Some pet owners know when it is time to put their pet to sleep; others find the decision much more wrenching and stressful. Though nothing can make the pain and grief disappear, having said good bye to our own beloved companions and patients, allows us to relate to your feelings and helps us guide you through the process.

At Home Euthanasia

Euthanasia is performend by giving your pet an overdose of an anesthetic in a peaceful and gentle manner, usually through an intravenous catheter. Many prefer to say good bye to their companion in the comfort of their own home rather than a hospital. Though more costrly than hospital euthanasia, our doctor and a technician do perform in home euthanasia to minimize our clients' and pets' fear and distress

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Services

Comprehensive Full Service Care...

Emergency & Critical Care

X-rays

Complete laboratory

Oxygen & nebulization

Anesthesia:-comprehensive monitoring of oxygen, CO2, blood pressure, EKG

Soft Tissue Surgery-intestinal, bladder, splenectomy, GDV, mastectomy, masses/ tumors

Aggressive Multi pronged pain relief

Internal Medicine of Dogs and Cats: inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, liver, kidney disease, Addisons, Cushings, pancreatitis

Chemotherapy: dogs-lymphoma

Joint Diseases- lameness, limping, stiffness, difficulty rising

Natural Nutrition--grain free, home made, modified "raw", weight loss

Behavioral Counseling: dog anxiety, aggression, destructiveness

Gentle leadership

Pet End of Life Decisions

In -Home Euthanasia

House Calls with notice

Dermatology: allergies-

VARL test & desensitization

Ear infections, itching, rashes,

Puppy & Kitten Vaccines

Dentistry

Forms

Forms

We now offer online pre-registration. You can

save time by filling out registration paperwork.

Once you submit the form to us, you can print it

out and bring it in at the time of your appointment.

Registration

Use the registration form for online pre-registration to save time!

Drop Off

Use the Drop Off form to drop off your pet at the hospital

For established registered patients only.

CONTACT

CONTACT US

2741 East 4th St \

Suite B

Long Beach, CA 90814

Carroll Park

Rose Park

Tuesday through Saturday By appointment (11am-6pm) After Hours (6-11pm) 367-9309 Closed Sundays & Mondays

Prescriptions

Vaccines

shots & boosters

Lunch HourVaccine Clinic noon-3pm.WednesdaysPuppies and kittens: begin at six weeks booster every three weeks until four months of age. Our puppy and kitten wellness vaccine packages make vaccines affordable.Adults, over a year of age: We tailor vaccines and frequency individuallybased on the pet's unique health needs, life style and risks--Case in point: Butch, the eighteen pound Chi-a'Pit----------------->has been known to bite- imagine if we forgot to give toots his rabies vaccine............ :)

Shuttle

Our New Shuttle!

Shuttle Service:Bellflower to Beach Vet Hospital Pet pick up and drop offMedication drop offRequirements:Registered established clients onlyPets must be secured in crates for safetyShuttle Stops:Puppy Luv- 17405 Woodruff Avenue Bellflower pick-up: noon drop-off: 9:30-9:45pmGo Dogs Go- Plaza/Los Altos Long Beach pick-up 12:15-12:30pm drop- off 9:15 -9:30pmSend us an email to arrange drop-off/pick-up at Shuttle_BeachVetHospital.com or by clicking on the following link ------------>
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