PrimeVet Animal Hospital Blog
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,...
Is the Dog Flu Life-Threatening?
June 21, 2017
Many dog owners in our area have expressed concern about the potential for their animal to catch the "dog flu". Although the virus is not new to the U.S., the first diagnosed case in North Florida...
Permanent Identification for Your Pet
April 17, 2017
The American Humane Association estimates that more than ten million pets are lost or stolen each year. If you have been looking for ways to protect your dog or cat, consider these statistics....
Celebrate National Pet Day with a Special Gift
April 10, 2017
Although we all love our pets every day of the week, the Animal Miracle Foundation & Network has been encouraging pet owners to celebrate National Pet Day on April 11th since 2005. Founded by...
South Florida Poses Screwworm Risk to Pets
March 30, 2017
After more than fifty years, a devastating parasitic fly has returned to South Florida. So far, the fly's larvae, the screwworm has been quarantined south of Homestead but has killed an estimated...
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...
National Pet Dental Health Month
February 15, 2017
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) encourages all pet owners to celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month by recognizing the need for improved dental health for their pet. To get...
PrimeVet Welcomes Millennial Pet Owners
January 25, 2017
The popularity of millennial bashing has led to many unfair and uncalled for stereotypical remarks. Truth is there are approximately 75 million millennials that love their pets just as much as any...
Is It Time to Take Your Cat to the Vet?
January 13, 2017
Many cat owners dread that time of year when it is time to take their feline friend to the vet. First, you have to drag the carrier out of the garage and dust it off. Then all hope that the cat...
