Heart of Gold: Common Heart Issues in Dogs
American Heart Month is a time when we take a moment to focus on our own cardiovascular health, and it’s also a great time to think about how healthy our dog’s hearts are. According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), more than 10% of dogs in the United States will experience some […]
Road Tripping or Flying High: Pet Travel Safety
This past holiday travel season may have you cringing about future trip planning, but the New Year still beckons us to look ahead to new adventures, and what better way than by planning a road trip? If you’re considering bringing your pet along, so much the better! January includes National Pet Travel Safety Day, so […]
Santa Paws and Kitty Klaus: Your Holiday Gift List for Pets
This holiday season, it’s no surprise that our pets are at the top of our list for gifts. Of course, holiday gifting is not the same without involving our furry friends, and it’s so fun to see them “opening” (please keep wrapping and ribbon out of pets’ reach!) their presents and enjoying the fun. But, […]
Pet Cancer Awareness
Our pets rely on us for food, water, shelter, and companionship, but they also need our help to keep them healthy and prevent diseases. November is Pet Cancer Awareness month, and there is no better time to learn about common types of pet cancer, what treatment options are available, and how to diagnose it in […]
Preventing Fall and Winter Pet Toxicity
Although fall in Florida doesn’t often mean striking fall leaves, sweater weather, and fancy hot drinks, those who live here can see the subtle signs of a changing season. Cooling temperatures and pumpkin spice everything let us know that fall is here. You may also notice your neighbors in their yards and garages getting ready […]
Feline Urinary Obstruction: A Surgery Spotlight
If you’ve been a cat parent for any length of time, chances are you have heard about urinary obstructions, or cats being “blocked.” These terms refer to a life-threatening blockage of the lower urinary tract, which prevents a cat from being able to urinate. Unfortunately, this condition is relatively common in cats, and although urinary […]
Beat the Heat: Avoiding Heat Stroke in Dogs and Cats
You’re at the beach, and your dog is running around with another young dog having a great time. After about 5 minutes, you notice your dog panting heavily, drooling, and appearing weak. He doesn’t want to jump into the car for the ride home. You lift him in, and he seems subdued and quiet on […]
