Just when we thought we were out of the woods for the rest of the hurricane season, Nicole decides to make an appearance at the last minute. We don't have as much time to prepare as last time but hopefully, you are still stocked and ready from our last scare with Hurricane Ian. As always, [...]
While other residents are buying batteries and calculating escape routes, companion animal owners are most concerned with their precious pets. One of the most common concerns at this time of year is what will happen to our companions if a hurricane strikes. If your home is in a vulnerable area, it may become necessary to [...]
More pets get lost around the 4th of July than any other time of year due to fireworks noise Plan ahead and make sure your pet is microchipped. Between the months June and November we always have our microchips at a discounted price, so take advantage. Instead of bringing your pet to the festivities this year, [...]
Here are a few simple tips to help pet-proof this Thanksgiving holiday: Keep your pets out of the kitchen Counter-surfing can result in severe poisoning to your pet, ruining your holiday and causing you shame when you have to induce vomiting in your pet in front of all your friends and family. Don’t let friends [...]
It's still too soon to predict where the storm named Dorian is heading exactly and how strong or weak it will be but a refresher is always good. Our first recommendation will always be that you keep your pet(s) with you. However, this cannot always happen. If you are in an evacuation zone and plan [...]
The combination of high temperature, high humidity, and poor ventilation can be fatal to dogs and cats. These animals do not sweat as people do. Thus, the cooling benefits of water evaporation from the skin are not available to them.. Panting and radiation of heat from the skin surface are their main means of controlling [...]
While other residents are buying batteries and calculating escape routes, pet owners are most concerned with their precious charges. One of the most common concerns at this time of year is what will happen to my pet if a hurricane strikes. If your home is in a vulnerable area, it may become necessary to leave [...]
Pool time can be a great way for dogs to get exercise and cool off when it is hot, but pools can pose a drowning hazard for dogs as well. The getting in part is easy, it’s the getting out part that can be difficult. Dogs, unfortunately, can fall into a pool because of poor [...]
There are at least nine species of toads, which can poison your dog or cat. The only one of real significance in this area (southern Florida) is the one, which will be discussed below. In the summer months local animal emergency clinics receive two or three calls per night with regard to toad poisoning. A [...]
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