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Your Dog’s Nails Are Probably Too Long
The Click Test: Are Your Dog’s Nails Too Long? Here’s a simple test every dog owner should try: listen to your dog walk across a hard floor. If you hear clicking, their nails are too long. It’s one of the most common — and most overlooked — grooming issues our veterinarians see at Community Animal…
Read MoreFlorida’s Tick Population Is Already Surging
Why Ticks Are Already a Problem in March If you think tick season starts in summer, think again. Here in St. Petersburg and across South Pinellas County, our mild winters mean ticks never truly go dormant. By mid-March, lone star ticks and brown dog ticks are already in full force — and they’re hungry. At…
Read MoreFlorida Heat Safety for Pets: Dehydration & Overheating
If you live in St. Petersburg or anywhere around Tampa Bay, you already know the deal: it can feel hot and sticky for most of the year. That Florida heat and humidity doesn’t just make us sweaty—it can be tough on dogs, cats, and even common exotics like rabbits and guinea pigs. This guide breaks…
Read MoreRecognizing Heat Stroke in Pets
Heat stroke is a serious, potentially fatal condition that occurs when a pet’s body temperature rises to dangerous levels. Without prompt treatment, it can lead to organ failure or death. Florida’s intense heat makes understanding the signs and prevention strategies more important than ever for local pet owners. Dangerous Temperature Levels for Pets A healthy…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Good Companion Animal?
Dogs are known to be empathetic animals. They have the ability to pick up on and respond to their owners’ emotional states. Studies have shown that dogs can recognize emotions in humans through their body language, vocalizations, and scent. They can also mimic human emotions, such as happiness, sadness, and fear.
Read MoreWhy do dogs eat feces?
Yeah, we don’t want to discuss it either, but it needs to be talked about. Why do dogs eat poop? Eating feces, also known as coprophagia, is a common behavior among dogs, although not all dogs exhibit this behavior. There are several reasons why dogs may eat poop: NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIES Dogs may eat feces if…
Read MoreMicrochip or GPS Tracker?
Which is best for your pet? The easy answer is to use both, but the truth of the matter is that you are probably better off just using a GPS tracker. The Problem with Microchips in the U.S. Finding the owner of a microchipped pet can be a long and confusing process, mainly because there is…
Read MoreProtecting Your Pets From Heatstroke
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As the weather heats up, it’s important to take extra care to protect your pets from the dangers of heatstroke, and the best way to do so is by being aware of the dangers of heatstroke for your animals. Animals can be susceptible to heatstroke if they are outside pets, overweight, or have a short…
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