Wouldn't it be wonderful if your pet could verbally tell you when they are unwell or in pain? Unfortunately, our pets can communicate only with body language that is often subtle, but you can learn to recognize their signals by staying vigilant to changes in their health and behavior. Recognizing that your pet has a [...]

Summer can mean fun and outdoor activities for people and pets, but also can be a challenging season, especially for pets, who are vulnerable to heat-related issues such as sunburn, dehydration, and life-threatening heatstroke. You can protect your furry pal from heat dangers with basic precautions, such as providing plenty of water and shade for [...]

Occasionally, dogs vomit, sometimes because they ate something they shouldn't have or because they suffer from food sensitivities, but they recover quickly. However, persistent vomiting can signal that your pet needs immediate veterinary care, particularly if the vomiting is accompanied by other signs. Our Skyway Animal Hospital team explains vomiting causes and how to determine [...]

Summertime typically brings many opportunities to spend time outdoors with your pet companion. From hiking and jogging to swimming and camping, there’s an array of activities that can include your four-legged friend. However, as temperatures soar, the safety and well-being of your pet become paramount. Cats and dogs can suffer from heat-related illnesses and discomfort [...]

Although more than a million pets in the United States have heartworms, this serious and potentially fatal disease that mosquitoes carry is preventable, according to the American Heartworm Society (AHS). Since 1974, this organization has been educating the public about heartworms and furthering scientific research to prevent, diagnose, and treat heartworm disease. The news that’s [...]

Newcomers who ask, “When is flea and tick season in Florida?” may be surprised to hear that there’s no such thing. These parasites are present throughout the year, making life miserable for dogs and cats. More than an itchy inconvenience, fleas and ticks can sicken your pet and transmit diseases to you, too. These parasites [...]

Do you wonder why your pet is scratching so much, especially in the springtime? Itchy skin is one of the biggest concerns that motivates pet owners to seek veterinary help for their dogs and cats. Seeking medical care is a smart move because, although you may be positive that fleas are making your cat miserable, [...]

Everyone wants to enjoy the great outdoors during Florida’s balmy spring weather and, unfortunately, that includes the ticks that can infect pets and people with Lyme disease. Named for Lyme, Connecticut, where the first cases were reported in 1975, Lyme disease now occurs in most of the United States. May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, [...]

Few experiences are as exciting—or anxiety-inducing—as bringing a puppy into your life. As thrilled as you may be to cuddle your new little one, you may wonder how you’ll ever manage to raise this curious, mischievous creature who trusts and depends on you to fulfill all their needs. What to feed them? How to train [...]

Cats and dogs can be as smart as bright toddlers, and their curiosity and taste for mischief know no bounds. This is especially true of puppies and kittens, who need constant supervision to ensure they don’t eat, drink, bite, swallow, or play with anything that could do them harm. Of course, you want to keep [...]