Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Bulldogs—these cute, snorty little dogs have stolen our hearts with their wrinkly faces and lovable personalities. But, let’s be real: those adorable flat snouts can also bring along some health challenges, especially when it comes to breathing. If you’re a breeder, it’s time to talk about something super important: RFGS (BOAS)…
If you’re attending the AKC National Championship in Orlando this year, you have a unique opportunity to connect with one of Florida’s most accomplished veterinary specialists in animal reproduction, Dr. Carla Barstow. With a career dedicated to theriogenology, the veterinary specialty focused on animal reproduction, Dr. Barstow brings expertise rarely found in the Sunshine State.…
In the ever-evolving landscape of veterinary health, 2023 has presented a new challenge for our furry companions— a respiratory illness that has left animal health experts across the country perplexed. Let’s delve into the details of this mysterious ailment, its symptoms, potential causes, and the ongoing efforts to manage and understand it- not to mention what…
Sometimes television news is slow to catch up to what we’ve been telling pet owners for quite some time- or maybe we weren’t telling the right people, or maybe we weren’t saying it loud enough. I’ve seen numerous reports on all of the news channels lately about the latest warnings about Xylitol (an artificial sweetener)-…
There has been a lot of talk lately about pet nutrition and potential links to a disease called Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). There is a lot more research going on at some of the best veterinary schools around the country- and some of the data is now coming to light. The FDA just released a…
One of the many benefits of living here in Florida is the weather- and we’re appropriately named the Sunshine State! Of course, too much of a good thing can be bad- as too much exposure to UV rays has been linked to various forms of skin cancer. You’re probably wondering where I’m going with this-…
Virtual visits for your pet Many of you may already be taking advantage of technology when it comes to your health with virtual visits with your personal physician. Some human doctors don’t even require an office visit- and you can make your appointment and have your consultation with your physician in front of your computer (with…
Could you get a ticket for petting your dog while driving? It could be a possibility if the Florida Legislature gets their way. A new bill has been introduced in the Florida Senate that takes aim at distracted drivers- and it goes way further than banning texting while driving. While we applaud the Legislature…
Holiday Foods, Decor and your pet’s safety Now that we’ve eaten all of the Thanksgiving leftovers, our attention quickly turns to the rest of the holiday season. Whether your family is trimming a tree, lighting a Menorah or have other holiday traditions, there are lots of potential hazards to your pet to keep in mind…
Is your pet drinking enough water? We humans often hear that we need to drink 8 glasses of water per day. What about your pet? How much is too much, or too little? I’ve been asked numerous times over the past few months this exact question- and I’ve finally found the time to get around…