Flea Facts vs. Myths
Myth 1: If I don’t see fleas, that means they are not a problem with my pet. Fact: By the time you routinely see fleas on your pet, you already have a significant infestation in your house and/or yard. In …
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10 Ways to Prevent Fleas from Entering Your Home
If you’re a pet owner, you’re probably aware that fleas are a pretty common issue in both cats and dogs. Not only are they extremely annoying, but they can also cause plenty of health issues your pet would rather avoid. …
Flea & Tick Prevention for Cats
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Don’t wait until your home and pet become infested with fleas to try to get them under control. This is Florida so fleas are out there, and they become even …
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
The National Asthma and Allergy Foundation has a good reason to declare May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. This is peak season for both people and pets to develop symptoms for both conditions. Although the awareness campaign …
National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Citizen Corps has declared May 8, National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. The declaration is meant to raise awareness about the importance of planning for pets’ safety before disaster strikes. Citizen Corps is asking veterinarians and …
National Pet Week (3rd-9th)
From the moment you realize your pet is “the one,” to the last tearful goodbye, your veterinarian helps you provide your pet with a lifetime of love. To celebrate National Pet Week®, we would like to spotlight seven specific needs …
Fleas In Florida
We are all very excited to welcome spring, but with that comes the annual rise in flea populations around our county and state. Florida is notorious for fleas (among so many other critters!), and you can be sure that we’ll …
Breeds at Risk for Heart Problems
Knowing what health issues your dog is susceptible to gives you the chance to catch a malady early when you have ample time to modify it. When the issue concerns the heart, you can slow down the disease before it …