The Drake Difference

Dr. Michele Drake discusses what makes The Drake Center so special and defines "The Drake Difference"

Protecting Pets From Sun Exposure

Southern California is known for its abundance of sunshine, but can too much sun be harmful to your pet? Dr. Michele Drake shares some Vet Advice on protecting your pets from excessive sun exposure and which pets are more at risk.

Summer Safety Tips: Warm Weather

While summertime may mean fun in the sun for us humans, the same can't be said for our pets. Dr. Michele Drake discusses the dangers of warm weather and how to keep our pets safe when the temps rise.

Summer Safety Tips: Water Safety

The summer season is never complete without a trip to the beach! Before you take your pup out to enjoy the water, Dr. Michele Drake has some helpful tips to keep your pup safe while around bodies of water.

Summer Safety Tips: Rattlesnakes

Encinitas and surrounding cities are home to scenic hiking and biking trails. You may not know that San Diego County is also home to various species of rattlesnakes. Common on many hiking trials, rattlesnakes can pose a real danger to both your pets and yourself

Summer Safety Tips: Ticks

Summer brings many things, unfortunately blood-sucking ticks are one of them. Dr. Michele Drake discusses the common places where these pesky parasites love to hide and how to protect your pet (and yourself) from them.

Summer Safety Tips: Food Hazards

Planning a BBQ cook out this holiday weekend? Dr. Michele Drake shares Summer Safety Tips on what food hazards your pets should avoid.

Summer Safety Tips: Foxtails

Summer is coming, are your pets ready? Dr. Michele Drake's Summer Safety Tips series kicks off with this week's topic on foxtails and the dangers that they pose to our pets.