Parasite Prevention for Dogs & Cats

Parasites are a real problem in Florida and specifically Brevard County.  One dog is diagnosed with heartworm disease every day that we know of.  Also, in 2023 there were 12 reported heartworm positive cats and 50 reported cases of Feline …

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Have we Seen Your Cat Lately?

Have we seen your cat lately?  They sometimes get overlooked, but annual exams are important for them too.  They are masters at hiding disease. One of the greatest concerns among veterinarians and cat owners alike is how best to maintain your cat …

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Traveling with Your Pet

For most people, pets aren’t just companions, they’re members of the family. So, it should come as no surprise that more and more people are choosing to bring their pets with them when they travel. It seems that a lot …

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Canine Preventive Care

The importance of an annual physical examination is the same for your pet as it is for you – maybe even more important.  Dogs and cats age 4 to 7 times faster than human beings, so for a cat or …

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Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis is an important and relatively complex infectious disease of dogs.  It can affect almost all species of warm-blooded animals, including humans. Recognition of the disease is sometimes difficult because clinical signs will vary depending upon the particular serovar, or …

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Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats

Cats are mysterious creatures, and a lot is going on inside a cat that you have no way of knowing – including their health status. Chronic kidney disease (CKD), which often occurs in combination with hypertension, is a serious condition …

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