Addressing EMOTIONAL WELLNESS of ALL PETS is our FEAR FREE OATH & our team is committed to this ! Poti’s body language tells a stroy, his eye were WIDE with fear & he was lunging towards us Traditional muzzles can increase Fear, Anxiety, & Stress (FAS) & also restrict breathing & the ability to reward [...]
Secondary intention wound healing is a process of natural wound healing that occurs when a wound is left open to heal without surgical closure or the use of sutures. It is typically used for larger, deeper wounds that cannot be closed primarily or when primary closure is not desired or possible. In secondary intention healing, [...]
Itchy skin is one of the most common reasons for which pets see their veterinarian. If your pet is constantly scratching, you may be wondering whether they have parasites, allergies, an infection, or another condition. Our Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital team understands how frustrated you likely feel about your pet’s excessive scratching, and we explain [...]
If your pet overreacts to noises, they may have a noise aversion. The condition often goes undiagnosed and untreated in pets, negatively impacting their quality of life. Our Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital team wants to help alleviate your pet’s fear, and we explain things you should know about noise aversion. #1: Pet noise aversion is [...]
The July Fourth holiday poses many dangers for your four-legged friend. Before planning your cookout or preparing for your fireworks watch party, take steps to safeguard your pet. Our Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital team offers guidelines to help you and your pet enjoy the patriotic festivities. Microchip your pet July Fourth is a busy time [...]
You would think finding a new pet would be simple since—sadly—we have an overwhelming number of homeless pets in the United States. However, narrowing your search and finding the perfect pet for your situation is not so simple. Before you start looking, answer the following questions to help you narrow down the pet you want [...]
The ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) is a surface mite that is usually found in the ear canal but it can live on the skin surface. Ear mites are contagious & pets become infested by direct contact with other pets. The mite is barely visible to the naked & may be seen as a white speck [...]
Pyometra is an infection of the uterus characterized by the accumulation of pus within the uterus. Pyometra is a serious & life potentially threatening condition, occurs in unspayed cats, & occurs in middle-aged to older age groups. The condition develops due to hormonal changes in the cat’s reproductive system. After each heat cycle, the uterine [...]
