K9 Officer Bady was, and still is a decorated officer. K9 Bady served the state of Florida for a solid 8 years. During his service, K9 Bady suffered a broken back. K9 Bady had surgery to repair his back and even returned to duty until his retirement in 2019. K9 Bady is a loving, caring soul, which showed in his work, and even so in his retirement. Late at night K9 Bady collapsed in his home. Terrified, his owner rushed him to a 24 hour ER to find the cause. After a workup, th

The global outbreak of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is continuing to spread. We can’t watch the news or go on social media without every other post or story being about Coronavirus. It has been reported that a dog in Hong Kong has tested positive for the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). What you may not have heard is that the dog is actually the owned by a person who has been infected with the virus. The dog has shown no symptoms of being infected, and the canine case was shown to be a

There are quite a few diseases that are included in the gastrointestinal system. Gastritis, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, and pancreatitis just to name a few. These are the most common GI issues I see when I work. Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. Some causes are overuse of NSAIDs and ingesting foreign objects or substances. Gastritis can be either acute or chronic, depending on how long it has been occurring. Symptoms can include lack of appetite, vo

Did you know most retired K9 Officer’s do not receive any medical benefits? It’s true. While K9 Officer’s are under contract and working their medical expenses are covered by the department they work for. However, once a K9 Officer retires and gets to live out the rest of his or her life enjoying retirement, the department they worked for must get a new K9. A new K9 Officer is extremely expensive to purchase then starts their medical care and that is why most departments are

We follow guidelines put forth by AAFP (American Association of Feline Practitioners. Rabies: Rabies is transmitted through the exchange of blood or saliva from an infected animal. Cats are the number one domestic animal carrier of rabies in the United States. A bite from a wild animal is typically how a cat gets the virus –– and how that cat could then transmit it to a person. Once contracted, the disease is almost always fatal. Luckily, the rabies vaccine can protect your c

We follow the AAHA vaccine protocol. Vaccines for canine parvovirus, distemper, canine hepatitis and rabies are considered core vaccines. Non-core vaccines are given depending on the dog's exposure risk. These include vaccines against Bordetella (kennel cough,) Influenza, Lyme and Leptospira bacteria. Core Vaccines Rabies: Rabies is transmitted through the exchange of blood or saliva from an infected animal. The primary way the rabies virus is transmitted to dogs in the Unite

Every pet owner has gone through this at some point in their pet owning life. Your beloved pet has eaten something they shouldn’t have. Your stomach drops, you panic and you have no idea what to do. You’re thinking the absolute worst. Now what? Do NOT call your Veterinarian first. Yeah, I know that sounds crazy right? However, the Pet Poison Helpline is who you need to call FIRST. Pet Poison Helpline is a 24/7 animal poison control helpline 844-442-0881. A $49.00 incident fee

Make A Plan To get started, familiarize yourself with the types of disasters that could affect your area and consider your options for providing care for your pet(s). Disasters can happen with or without warning, so be prepared: * Make sure your pet(s) wear collars and tags with up-to-date contact information and other identification. * Microchip your pet(s) – this is one of the best ways to ensure that you and your pet are reunited if you are separated. Always be sure to reg

· Pets can become dehydrated quickly, be sure they have access to plenty of fresh, clean water. · Do not over-exercise your pet outside. Keep them indoors as much as possible. · Know the symptoms of overheating in pets, which include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even collapse. Symptoms can also include seizures, bloody diarrhea and vomit along with an elevated body temperature of over 104 d

Benefits of keeping your pet at a healthy weight: Keeping your pet at a healthy weight lowers their risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, respiratory disease, kidney disease, and even some forms of cancer. It can also reduce the risks of injury to bones, joints and muscles that are associated with excess weight. If your pet has arthritis, keeping them at a healthy weight makes it easier to manage the discomfort associated with joint pain. Excess weight can reduce your pet’s

Cats and dogs age much faster than people. In fact, most dogs and cats are considered “senior” by the time they are 7 years old. As your pet gets older, they can develop health issues associated with the aging process including dental problems, loss of vision or hearing, attitude changes, and/or arthritis. Additional issues can be even more severe including heart, liver, or kidney disease, diabetes, or cancer. However, detecting these geriatric conditions early, before they b