In the face of a viral pandemic that originated from an animal believed to be a bat, it is our duty as responsible pet owners to be informed with the latest facts. At the time of writing this article, here...
Christmas is around the corner and if you’re planning to get a gift for your pet, you are not alone. At least fifty percent of pet owners give their pets a gift for the holidays. The average pet gift-giver will...
The job of a veterinarian can be very difficult at times. Today I would like to share with you the thoughts of Dr. Brenda Gough, a colleague in Canada. It is a scenario that we veterinarians have to go through...
Tucked between a McDonald’s and a bank on the busiest street in Miami, is an unassuming single-story building that has a story to tell. Much like South Miami itself, its face and personality have evolved over the years, but if...
You've finally adopted a new pet! With the excitement of having a brand new family member we run to the pet or internet store to buy only the best accessories that the market has to offer. Many times we rely...
The most dangerous month of the year for pets in South Florida is August. As temperatures and humidity rise, our pets are especially prone to life-threatening heat and sun-induced conditions. The good news is that these conditions are preventable. Here...
So, your dog is limping from one of the back legs. You may have noticed limping on and off for a few months. Or perhaps, you have observed a sudden lameness, just for a couple of days. Your veterinarian diagnosed...
If even the idea of playing with your dog or cat gives you a bad case of the sniffles, then you are not alone. You are among the 15-20 percent of pet owners who are allergic to their pets. Now,...
If you go to any pet store or even to the local supermarket, you will see that there is an extensive selection of commercial diets available now. Pet owners spent $30 billion in pet food in 2018. Many companies want...
For the past few years there has been much discussion about the medical use of CBD for animals. However, the information available so far was mostly testimonial, inaccurate, and without much scientific bases. Veterinarians were banned from prescribing or even...
