Dogs
AVMA Announced Pet Food Safety Recalls on Raw Hide Chews
July 20, 2017
Have you noticed a unpleasant odor after opening a pack of raw hide chews? The American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA) recently announced that United Pet Group, a division of Spectrum...
Advantages of Pet Boarding & Day Care for Your Dog, Cat or Exotic
June 23, 2017
It you are old enough to rust, you may have thought the notion of taking your cat or dog to day care was absurd. After all, when you're home, they spend a lot of the day curled up asleep. However,...
Are Over-the-Counter Medications Safe for Dogs?
March 7, 2017
This is a very common question and one that needs an assertive "No" for an answer. You should always check with your veterinarian before giving your pet any medication including vitamins and...
Canine Hip Dysplasia Affects Millions of Dogs
February 28, 2017
Canine hip dysplasia is a common skeletal disease that can cause pain and mobility issues for any breed. It is a veterinary condition related to looseness in a hip joint that would otherwise be...
Getting Started with Your New Puppy
December 22, 2016
It's that time of year when many people get a new puppy. Maybe as a parent you decided to let Santa make your child's wish come true. On the other hand, maybe you decided to give yourself a...
Make Sure the Holidays Are Safe for Your Pets
December 16, 2016
Yes, it is that time of year again. Everyone is hastily rushing "to and fro" trying to get things done for the Holidays. Tree stands filled with water, holiday light chords, enticing shiny...
Are Sugar Substitutes Dangerous for Dogs?
November 18, 2016
There is a lot of good information to be found online but even more bad information related to pets and the dangers of sugar substitutes. Unfortunately, many pet owners and even some pet health...
When Is Florida's Flea Season?
November 15, 2016
Unfortunately, fleas are hardy parasites that, like many retirees who are attracted to Florida's warm and humid climate, tend to love the First Coast weather. In fact, fleas in our area can...
What Is Canine Influenza Virus?
April 21, 2016
There are many causes of kennel cough, both bacterial and viral. Canine influenza virus (CIV) is one of the viral causes of kennel cough. This highly contagious respiratory disease has...
Easter Pet Poisons
March 24, 2016
The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline receive hundreds of calls this time of year from pet owners and veterinarians concerning cats that have ingested Easter lilies. “Unbeknownst to...
