If your veterinarian has recommended an x-ray for your pet, you may be apprehensive about the procedure. Concerns about safety, cost, and the possibility of a terminal diagnosis can make pet owners hesitant to follow through with an x-ray, but there’s no reason to worry. X-rays are safe, effective procedures
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Importance of Taking Heartworm Preventatives
If you’ve ever taken your dog to the vet, you’ve no doubt heard about heartworm prevention. Most vets recommend that all dogs take a heartworm preventative to prevent being infected by these nasty little critters. That’s especially true here in Florida, where the naturally humid, warm weather is the perfect
Pet Toys and Treats to Watch Out For
We all know that there are certain foods that our pets should not have. Grapes, raisins, dark chocolate, alcohol… these are all off limits for our furry friends. But, you may be surprised to find out that some toys and treats designed specifically for your pets can actually be very
Know the Signs of a Sick Pet
If you’re like us, you’d do anything to make your pets feel better when they’re sick. However, it can be very difficult to know when a pet is just having an off day versus being sick. As a conscientious pet owner, it’s important to know the signs of a sick
How To Know When Your Dog or Cat Has a UTI
Pet owners know all too well that dealing with illnesses in dogs and cats can be especially difficult. Since our furry friends can’t tell us how they’re feeling, we often end up playing a guessing game by observing our pet’s behavior, asking friends and family, or searching the internet. This
Common Holiday Hazards for Pets
The holidays are here again! No matter what your favorite fall or winter holiday is — Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or even Festivus for the Rest of Us — all the celebration and conversation can make overlooking common holiday pet hazards easier. Protect your pets this holiday season by
Dog and Cat UTIs: How to Tell When You Have a Problem On Your Hands
A urinary tract infection, or a UTI, is a bacterial infection of any part of the urinary system. In pets, UTIs most often involve the urinary bladder, but can sometimes go as far as the kidneys. No matter what organs are affected by the UTI, they are painful and make
A Guide on Snake Bites for Dogs
Snake bites can be scary to deal with, especially if one bites your dog who can’t speak up and tell you what’s wrong. Implementing prevention measures to keep your dog away from snakes should be the first line of defense. However, when prevention doesn’t work, it’s crucial to know the
FAQs About CT Scan for Animals
Computerized tomography, or CT, is a diagnostic tool that allows doctors to visualize very small sections of a body part and combine multiple small sections to create a 3-D image. This allows the doctor to better visualize disease progression and plan more efficient, quicker surgeries. CT scans are useful in
Signs and Symptoms of a Diabetic Pet
Over 260,000 dogs and 373,000 cats living in the United States right now will have diabetes at some point in their lives. Pets with diabetes require special care, including insulin injections and regular monitoring by a licensed veterinarian, which can be costly and time-consuming. If left untreated, diabetes can compromise