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

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

I love going to the beach with my chocolate lab, Archer. With the exception of fighting for a parking space, I love everything about it. The excitement of Archer jumping in the surf, the sand between my toes, the smell of the... Read more

I read an article recently which scared me. Really scared me. I wrote this blog the moment I finished reading it. The article mentioned that d-CON was changing their ingredients.  Whether you’ve actually ever had to use it (hopefully not) you’ve probably... Read more

Can my pet suffer from sunburn? There’s a reason why Florida is called the sunshine state. For many of us, the sunshine and the warm climate is one of the reasons we live here. As we spend time outdoors in the sun,... Read more

Traveling with your pet on United Airlines has become even more difficult if you have certain breeds- if not impossible.  United Pet Safe, the airline’s program designed to transport pets not eligible to fly inside the cabin of the aircraft, recently announced... Read more

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

As the Easter Holiday approaches, many veterinarians like me think about Easter Monday. Yes, Monday. Although I do look forward to celebrating the Easter Holiday with family and friends, the Monday following a major holiday is usually quite busy- and Easter Monday... Read more

What’s the most common reason for a dog or a cat to visit their veterinarian?  The answer may surprise you. When I talk with friends outside of the veterinary industry- this topic often comes up, and most people think it has something... Read more

It’s an anatomy term that applies to both dogs and cats- that when you hear it, you might think your veterinarian was talking about something else, but they’re not. We’re talking about anal sacs. Anal SACS. If you’re not paying attention during... Read more