Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and indulge in delicious feasts with family and friends. However, this day of celebration can be stressful and, in some cases, dangerous for pets. From turkey bones to toxic plants, it’s important to be aware of the potential hazards that can pose a threat to your pet’s safety. [...]
You may feel uncomfortable talking about your weight and that discomfort likely extends to discussing your pet’s weight. Awkward or not, a pet’s weight matters, and obesity is a serious and increasingly common condition that puts pets’ health at risk, even decreasing their life span compared with their leaner counterparts. However, determining if your pet [...]
Halloween is filled with fun, frights, and festivities. While you may revel in this spooky holiday, your furry friend faces Halloween hazards that lurk amidst the celebrations. As you and your family gear up for this ghoulish night, remember that Halloween may not be a treat for your pet. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team shares [...]
Golden oldies. Wizened whiskers. Sage snouts. Grey-muzzled angels. No matter what you call them, senior pets are aged to perfection. However, age-related cognitive dysfunction syndrome ([CDS] i.e., pet dementia) can mar your pet’s golden years with confusion and fear. Preserve your fond memories by following our Bayview Animal Hospital team’s tips on protecting your four-legged [...]
Pets can’t tell us when they are in pain or feel unwell, but their behavior can give us important clues about their internal wellbeing. Your pet’s appetite and thirst are two major health indicators that can help you determine when to schedule an appointment with our Bayview Animal Hospital team. Learn nine reasons why your [...]
When your pet is sick, prompt veterinary intervention is important to improve their prognosis. However, pets often hide pain and illness. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team wants your four-legged friend to get the care they need as soon as possible. Read our guide to the signs that indicate your pet requires veterinary attention. #1: Your [...]
Cats’ destructive scratching is upsetting, but your whiskered pal isn’t doing this just to be a nuisance. Cats’ scratching is instinctual and necessary for their mental and physical wellbeing. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team wants to ensure destructive scratching doesn’t affect the bond you and your feline friend share. Learn why your cat’s gotta scratch, [...]
As Floridians, we know that bugs are a year-round problem. Bugs thrive in our hot, humid climate, and can often bite and bother your pet. Various parasite and insect species may bite or sting your pet, leading to discomfort, a mild or life-threatening allergic reaction, or disease transmission. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team knows that [...]
Because your pet lives in Florida where our year-round climate is warm, they can likely tolerate the heat pretty well. However, they are still at risk for heat-related illness when summer temperatures skyrocket. Pets who live in the South suffer heatstroke most often, and many do not recover from this deadly condition. To help you [...]
Does your pet hide when a thunderstorm rolls through or crouch in terror during a fireworks display? Many pets react fearfully to noise, and the condition can have a negative effect on their quality of life. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team doesn’t want your pet to live in fear, and we offer noise aversion management [...]