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There’s nothing like looking at your pup’s sad little eyes knowing he’s not feeling well. As pet owners, it’s a look that you recognize fairly quickly. When you suspect your dog has upset stomach symptoms, it can tug at your heartstrings! To calm your nerves, we’ve put together a few common signs to look for … Read moreHow to Handle An Upset Stomach

When cheap vet care isn’t the way to go. Two patients limp into two different medical clinics with the same symptoms. Both are having trouble walking and appear to require a hip replacement.   The first patient is examined within the hour, has an x-ray taken and is scheduled for surgery in a few days. The … Read moreCheap Vet Care – The High Costs of Cutting Corners

Seasonal Safety Tips to Safeguard Against Holiday Dangers for Pets The holiday season is here, and it is always a good idea to take a few simple, yet important precautions to protect our family members. As there is so much going on during this time of year, you may not be aware of the holiday … Read moreHoliday Dangers for Pets in Your Home

Heatstroke in dogs can happen very quickly in those hot summer months, make sure you’re prepared! If you’re lucky enough to live in an environment with year ‘round summer temperatures and you have a dog, you’ll want to pay close attention to this tips. We want you to be aware of the signs of detecting … Read moreHe’s Heated! How to Identify Symptoms of Heatstroke in Dogs

Late Summer Dangers for Heat Stroke in Dogs Dogs do not handle heat the same way that people do, and they are not built for exercise the same way that people are, either.   People can cool off by sweating, and we have sweat glands in the skin all over our bodies. Dogs have very few sweat … Read moreHeat Stroke in Dogs: Hot Cars, Hot Pavements, Hot Beaches

Since the day you bring a dog home, it becomes a part of your family Having any kind of pet is a big responsibility. You should ensure that your pet is living a healthy life. It needs a nutritious diet, proper exercise, medication, vaccination and preventive care. Sarasota veterinarians provide services for the complete preventive care for … Read moreHelp Make Sure Your Pets Are Living Their Best Life!

Make sure your furry family members are protected from heartworm disease in pets! While serious illnesses like feline leukemia and pet cancer are often the most worrisome for owners, there are parasite-borne diseases that are more deadly and more prevalent. Heartworm disease in pets is a life-threatening illness that happen to both cats and dogs. … Read moreHeartworm Disease in Pets: How to Keep Your Animals Safe!

Dogs are a lot like humans when it comes to some common physical ailments that they suffer! We tend and care for them, just as we do ourselves. They accompany us on family outings to parks and beaches or simply they join us in our beds. Inevitably, they may catch a bug, literally and figuratively! … Read moreHear Ye, Hear Ye! How Do Dogs Get Ear Infections?

Winter has passed and our current warm weather will soon turn to hot times. As you begin to plan outdoor activities and get out the insect repellant to protect your skin, remember that pets need you to take preventative measures to protect them from mosquitoes as well. Mosquito bites can infect dogs and cats with … Read moreKeeping your Pet’s Heart Healthy

Hair loss in pets can have many causes. It can present as areas of thinning hair or outright bald spots that are very noticeable. An examination by a veterinarian is needed to determine which of the many causes is to blame and to begin proper treatment for hair loss in pets in order to resolve the problem. … Read moreHair Loss & Mange