Archive for June 2013
The Hemingway Cat
A Polydactyl describes a type of cat with a genetic mutation causing it to be born with six toes on one or more of its paws. Popular in history to sailors as good luck charms, legend has it that a ship’s captain once gave cat-loving (at one point he had fifty-seven) author Ernest Hemingway a six-toed cat, the…
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The Seen:
“James Stuart, Duke of Richmond and Lennox” (1635) by Anthony van Dyck at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York…
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Bark at the Supermoon
Here in the Northern Hemisphere, today — the longest day of the year — marks the beginning of summer. This year it comes with the arrival of the Supermoon, set to peak in the next two days as the biggest moon of the year. Have a great summer!
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Cats in Art
Andy Warhol loved cats. He’s said to have named all his cats Sam, except for the one he named Hester… His limited edition, hand colored book “25 Cats Name Sam and One Blue Pussy” was published in 1954 and features drawings based on the photographs of Walter Chandoha. The calligraphy in the book was done by Warhol’s mother…
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Pet Spotlight: June
HARLEM! Three year-old Harlem is a 75 pound American Staffordshire Terrier from El Segundo.
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The Veterinary Caduceus
The century-old American medical symbol has roots in Greek Mythology… by BAILEY SHOEMAKER RICHARD What is the vet tech caduceus and what does it symbolize? The caduceus used for veterinarians and vet technicians is a symbol from ancient Greek mythology that has been modified to represent modern-day veterinarian practices. History The caduceus is normally depicted…
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Dogs in Film:
“Air Bud” (1997) In the spirit of the season, we can all agree a few NBA contenders could have used a good dog. Directed by Charles Martin Smith. read Brian Prisco’s review here…
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Our First Year!
El Segundo Animal Hospital would like to thank everyone who stopped by to support the ESAH First Annual Open House, Grand Opening, One Year Anniversary Party… THANK YOU!
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Blisters on Dog’s Mouth
by ANDREW M. STREIBER, DVM Q: Our three year old Golden Retriever gets blisters on her jowls. They bleed and then go away. What are they are and how are they caused? A: Soft tissue growths on or around a dog’s mouth are not all that uncommon and are usually benign (non-cancerous). In most…
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The Second Annual El Segundo Community Wellness Day
Happening today — come on down and say hello! A great time and an informative event, the Second Annual El Segundo Community Wellness Day features health and wellness activities for the whole family. Food trucks, a raffle, Laker Girls, games, entertainment and wellness — something for everyone. Admission is free. Join us today at El Segundo High…
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