Is your canine pal entering—or already in—his golden years? Fido probably won’t be any more enamored with baths now than he was as a puppy, but they’re still important to his health, hygiene, and comfort. However, you’ll need to take some extra care with your pooch at this point in his life. A Seminole, FL vet discusses grooming a senior dog below. Be Gentle First and foremost, be very careful with your furry friend. Older … Read More
Here’s a sobering fact: an estimated 8 million dogs have heart disease. As with humans, that risk increases with age: as many as three quarters of senior pups may be affected. While there’s no way to guarantee that your canine companion won’t someday join those numbers, there are things you can do to keep his ticker healthy. A Seminole, FL vet lists some key ones below. Breed Research The term ‘heart disease’ is an umbrella … Read More
Happy Holidays! Are you finished your shopping yet? Or are you just getting started? No matter what, remember to bring something back for your feline friend. Of course, while some kitty gifts, such as beds, are fine for any cat, you’ll also want to pick out some things that work with your pet’s purrsonality. Read on as a local Seminole, FL vet lists some presents for frisky furballs. Cat Wheels You’ve likely seen exercise wheels … Read More
Will you be traveling over the holidays? If so, you’ll need to decide what to do with your furry friend. In some cases, you can take them with you. For instance, if you’re just going on a weekend trip a few hours away, it may be fine to bring Fido or even Fluffy along. However, bringing your dog or cat with you just isn’t going to be a feasible option in every situation. You may … Read More
November is Manatee Awareness Month! While we usually write about pets, we also care very much about local wildlife. One animal that is in grave danger is a beloved Florida icon: the manatee. Manatees are in dire straits this year, due to the confluence of several threats. One major issue is a lack of sea grass in the Apollo River Basin, one of their main feeding grounds. Boats are another threat. It’s far too common … Read More
Hurricane Ian may be over, but the wake of devastation it left is still dominating the news. While those of us in the Bay area escaped the worst of the storm, our neighbors just to the south suffered catastrophic damage. Unfortunately, devastating storms are becoming more and more frequent. While this year’s storm season is (hopefully) over, every year brings the chance of another. A local Seminole, FL vet offers some advice on helping your … Read More
Did you know that October 11th is Spoodle Day? This can be a bit confusing, as there are a few types of spoodles. One is a utensil, and technically is a mix between a spoon and a ladle. (We’ll leave celebrating these to the chefs and foodies out there.) The other type of Spoodle is much more in our wheelhouse! This is a relatively new dog breed that has become quite popular in a very … Read More
Did you know that September 19th is Meow Like A Pirate Day? You probably won’t get a paid holiday off from work, but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate. As it turns out, kitties have done very well on ships … despite the fact that most of them absolutely hate water! A Seminole, FL vet offers some information on pirate kitties in this article. History It’s not hard to imagine fearless furballs climbing masts and … Read More
It’s Responsible Dog Ownership Month! Part of being a good dog owner really entails keeping Fido happy and entertained. Dogs need mental stimulation, just as we do! You wouldn’t be happy just staring at four bare walls all day, and nor would Fido. Here, a Seminole, FL vet lists some ways to keep your canine companion happy and entertained. Playtime Playing is a terrific doggy workout, but did you know that it’s also great mental … Read More
Homeless Animals Day is coming up on August 20th. This is a big problem here in Florida: the Sunshine State has tens of thousands of cats and dogs living on the streets, with more being born all the time. Due to our warm weather, high poverty rates, and, in some areas, lack of access to veterinary care, we trend higher in this area than most of the country. There are far too many homeless pets … Read More
