The heat of summer has already reached Tampa, which means it is time to brush up on your summer safety habits. Florida’s hottest months can be uncomfortable and even dangerous to people and pets alike. As the temperature soars, these tips will help you keep your furry friends safe and happy until autumn arrives and […]
Times have changed dramatically from the days when dogs were permitted to freely roam neighborhoods without any form of protection. Today, families keep their dogs secured around the house, socialize them strategically, and make medical care a top priority. This medical care includes the process of neutering dogs shortly after they are born. From population […]
Spaying or neutering your cat is an important element of his or her health. The American Humane Society believes that all cats and dogs adopted from public and private animal care facilities should be spayed or neutered to help prevent pet overpopulation. Considering that nearly 4 million poor animals are euthanized at shelters each year […]
Unlike the dogs in most children’s movies, our dogs cannot talk to us to explain what they want and how they think. It’s up to us humans to correctly interpret their behavior in order to keep our furry friends safe, healthy, and happy. So whether you’re trying to connect with a new dog or attempt […]
Taking care of a pet isn’t so different from caring for a child. Your dog or cat relies upon you entirely for food, water, shelter, protection, and love, just like your child. If you take your toddler to the grocery store and lose track of his whereabouts, you’ll undoubtedly become frightened and panicked until he […]
The summer heat, especially in southern states like Florida, is no joke. You know how much you hate feeling overheated and dehydrated, which is why you need to devote extra effort to ensuring that your dog remains comfortable during the most intense summer weather. To avoid injuries and illnesses like heat stroke, foot pad burns, […]
If you ever stopped to consider the number of diseases and infections that could potentially harm your pup, you may never let him outside again. However, modern medicine exists to battle these harmful conditions and ensure that your dog can live a long and healthy life. One of the diseases becoming more prevalent in dogs […]
You love your dog, and just like your children, your dog needs to be protected from illness and infection. Every spring, signs of heartworms begin to show themselves in dogs all across the country. The good news is that a medicine called ProHeart 6 is now available to prevent the occurrence of heartworms with just […]
Humans aren’t the only ones lucky enough to suffer from the flu every year. Canines can get the flu too, but the good news is that they can also get the flu shot! An Introduction to Canine Influenza Canine influenza is highly contagious, which makes many vets and pet owners nervous for elderly dogs, puppies, […]
Human allergies can be brutal with red itchy eyes, constant sneezing, and general discomfort. Dogs are susceptible to allergies as well, but the symptoms come in different forms. What you may pass over typical dog behavior may actually be Canine Pruritus. Fortunately, this condition now has a simple and safe solution called Apoquel. What is […]
