Get Ready for airVet- virtual visits for your pet
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... Read more
It’s Alligator Mating Season
Here in Florida, it seems we have a season for just about everything. Beginning today, April 1st, it’s officially alligator mating season. Although alligators can’t check their calendars, the warming spring temperatures increase their metabolism, which means they become more active- and... Read more
Dogs Distracting Drivers
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... Read more
Hills Dog Food Recall
Recently, there have been a large number of pet food recalls due to elevated levels of Vitamin D. Up until now, these recalls have been limited to brands that we do not carry of offer at Highland Pet Hospital. Unfortunately, that has... Read more
Celebrate safely with your pets
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 or lighting a Menorah, there are lots of... Read more
Is my pet getting enough water?
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... Read more
Halloween and your pets- keeping them safe
I’ve always loved Halloween. I really enjoy watching excited children dressing up as their favorite super hero, cartoon character or whatever their imagination can dream up. Whether you have children you plan on taking out trick-or-treating, or your plans are to just... Read more
Flea and Tick Product Safety called into question
If you haven’t seen it on the news or on social media, it is likely only a matter of time that you will likely hear that the FDA has issued a statement regarding what they are describing as ‘adverse events associated with... Read more
The Kissing Bug- cute name, bad bite
It has a cute nickname and sounds like a harmless little insect- but the so-called “kissing bug” can spread a disease to both you and your dog which could ultimately be fatal. The parasitic ‘Kissing Bug’s’ real name is the Triatomine bug,... Read more
A new tick threat
If there ever was a reason to get your pets a supply of flea and tick prevention, this is it. A few days ago, the Longhorned tick was found in Maryland- with the Terrapin State being the 8th in the US to... Read more