Pets can wind up needing emergency care for a huge range of reasons – and some seem naturally more accident-prone than others! But much of what we see at Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia tends to be commonplace, and most pet parents will deal with one or more of these injuries in their pet’s lifetime. Some…
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What to Expect When You Visit Our Emergency Veterinary Hospital
Imagine your loved one is experiencing a health crisis. You rush them to the emergency room, and as you do, you feel stress, fear, and even pain running through you like lightning. When you arrive, those feelings might become heightened, since due to pandemic restrictions you can’t accompany your loved one past the front door…
The Top 5 Holiday Pet Hazards and How to Avoid Them
This year, many Floridians decided to decorate their homes for the holiday season early – and with good reason. After a long year full of uncertainty, we can at least count on the holidays to lift our spirits and give us renewed hope for 2021. And, who loves the holidays, the food, and the decorations…
When Your Pet Requires Emergency Care
At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV), we understand it’s not always easy to determine if your pet’s late-night injury or illness requires an emergency visit to our animal hospital. That’s why our veterinary team wants to share some of the most common signs and symptoms our furry friends experience when in need of immediate medical…
How to Prepare Your Pet Sitter for an Emergency
After months of staying in, many pet owners may be feeling the itch to escape their home office, need to travel to visit family, or even find it necessary to schedule a work trip. No matter the reason for travel, if you are leaving your furry family member behind with either a close friend, neighbor,…
How to Avoid – and Treat – Snakebites in Pets
Snakes – love them or hate them, they are part of living in Florida, no matter the time of year. Whether you are walking around your neighborhood, a park, or a nature trail, you must pay attention to your surroundings to protect you and your pets. Before heading out on your next walk or hike,…
Water Safety Tips for Pets
June is here – which means fun in the sun and relaxing days near the water. If your four-legged family member is joining you at the beach, relaxing by a pond, or cruising the waterways on a boat, make sure you know how to keep them safe. Not All Dogs Were Born to Swim While…