This is the most common presenting problem in patients I see at Olive Road. Florida ranks number one in the country for Heartworm Disease, Flea Allergy Dermatitis and Atopic Dermatitis.

Recently, there has been much debate, fueled primarily by the media, regarding yearly vaccinations of pets. The media, as well as other non-veterinary groups, are asserting that veterinarians are over vaccinating pets in this country.

This is the most common presenting problem in patients I see at Olive Road. Florida ranks number one in the country for Heartworm Disease, Flea Allergy Dermatitis and Atopic Dermatitis.

Every year, we see a number of little furry holiday puppies and kittens in for post purchase checkups. This year was no exception! People pay large sums of money for pets without Health Certificates!

One of the most difficult tasks of my job is performing euthanasia or more commonly “putting a pet to sleep”. No owner wants to make this decision, but understanding that euthanasia can be a final act of kindness for their beloved friend may make this decision a little more bearable.

Canine and Feline Heartworm Disease share only one similarity…both are transmitted by the mosquito. Florida ranks first in the country for heartworm disease in both the dog and cat.

The Southern states rank first in the nation for heartworm infection (Dirofilaria Immitis). Florida is first among the southern states and therefore first in the nation for this deadly disease.

A recent study was just published stating pets with regular dental care can live 2 to 4 more years. It has been known for a long time that humans can live 10 more years