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What vaccines does my new puppy need?

Parasite check Done approximately at 4-8 weeks of age, dewormed, and rechecked to confirm negative result after deworming medication, then every 6 months. A parasite check is required twice per year to test for common parasites in the intestine. A stool sample is required and can be tested for hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms, whipworms, espirometria, and […]

What is involved in my pet’s dental?

Why does my pet need a teeth cleaning? Just like humans, pets can have tartar build-up if their teeth are not cleaned regularly. However, it’s not as easy to clean a dog or cat’s teeth as it is in humans. Tartar buildup can lead to broken teeth, making it difficult for your pet to eat, […]

What Vaccines Are Required to Board My Dog?

Vaccines prevent against diseases that can lead to emergency veterinary care and sometimes death in dogs and cats. Here are guidelines from Affordable Pet Hospital in Tampa, Florida when you board your dog with us. Rabies – The rabies vaccine prevents against the rabies virus which is transmittable from animal-to-animal through saliva, body fluid, or […]