Dog Care

The holiday season has officially arrived! It’s always great to enjoy seasonal foods and events with our friends and family members. Your pet is also an important part of your household. Just keep your furry pal’s safety in mind over the next few weeks. The holidays can be quite dangerous for pets! A Brandon, FL vet lists some hazards for pet owners to be aware of in this article. Food Food is one of the … Read More »

Thanksgiving is coming up fast! It’s always nice to slow down and relax with our loved ones over a delicious meal. Fido is an important part of the family, and will be right there by your side—or perhaps under your feet—over the autumn holiday. Here, a Brandon, FL vet discusses spending Thanksgiving with Fido. Grooming If you are hosting this year’s dinner, make sure your canine buddy puts his best paw forward. Give Fido a … Read More »

November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month. Dogs are still just as sweet, loyal, and loving as seniors as they are when they are puppies. Unfortunately, pups in their golden years often have a very hard time getting adopted. This is very sad, because they really can make amazing pets. Read on as a Valrico, FL vet lists some great reasons to adopt an older pooch. Less Activity Needs Fido is pretty active when he … Read More »

Your dog’s feet play an important role in his life. Fido uses his feet to run, jump, and play, and can also perform adorable tricks, like Shake or Gimme Five with them. Taking care of those furry feet is very important! Read on as a Brandon, FL vet offers some helpful doggy paw care tips. Claws Keep your dog’s claws trimmed. Overgrown nails are very uncomfortable for dogs. They also make it harder for pets … Read More »

Florida’s gorgeous sandy beaches are the envy of our friends and family to the north. Dogs also love to run and play at the shore! Just be sure to keep your pet’s safety in mind when taking him to a beach. A Valrico, FL vet discusses doggy beach safety below. Swim Lessons Not all dogs are natural swimmers. Some pooches even need to be taught how to do the doggy paddle! If your canine friend … Read More »

Does your canine buddy become a quivering ball of fear at the sound of thunder? Does Fido run and hide when skies darken? Man’s Best Friend is often very frightened by storms. In this article, a local Brandon, FL vet discusses thunderstorm anxiety in dogs. Why Do Storms Scare Dogs? There actually could be several reasons for dogs to be nervous about thunderstorms. Static electricity is one possibility. As one can imagine, it probably isn’t … Read More »

Do you have allergies? Even if you don’t suffer from allergies personally, there’s a good chance that you know several people who do. You may also know a few dogs with allergies! Just like people, our canine pals can react to certain substances. A local Brandon, FL veterinarian discusses doggy allergies below. Symptoms Allergies can cause a wide variety of reactions in pets. Fido may sneeze or snore, and his eyes may get red and … Read More »

Have you boarded your pet recently? Many people only bring their furry buddies to pet hotels when they are going out of town. However, there are actually several other occasions when you may find it beneficial to board your pet. A Brandon, FL vet lists a few of them below. Major Life Events Weddings, births, graduations, and other big events can get pretty hectic, especially if you are hosting guests from out of town. Consider … Read More »

You may have heard quite a bit about ticks in the news lately. In recent years, there has been a huge spike in tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ticks can even cause people to become allergic to meat! Fleas are also a nuisance and a health hazard. These parasites can carry diseases that affect both people and pets, so protecting your pet from them is very important. A Valrico, … Read More »