Canine Hydrotherapy for Canine Arthritis
As our beloved furry companions age, they may face various health challenges, including the onset of arthritis. Canine arthritis, a degenerative joint disease, can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility in dogs. However, there is a silver lining in the form of hydrotherapy—a water-based therapy that offers relief, improved mobility, and a better quality of…
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Why Swim Lessons Matter for Your Dog
Swimming is a great form of exercise for dogs, providing a low-impact workout that is easy on their joints while helping them build strength, endurance, and cardiovascular health. However, not all dogs are natural swimmers, and some may even be afraid of the water. That's where swim lessons come in. In this blog post, we'll…
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Top Must Haves while Traveling with your Dog this Summer
The summertime is a time for fun, family, togetherness and with that—it’s often a time for some stress. If you are feeling stressed or anxious this summer, planning vacations and fun in the sun, your pets most likely are too! Research shows that dogs’ stress levels are greatly influenced by their owners. This can be…
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Canine Hydrotherapy for Health
Benefits of Hydrotherapy Swimming by itself is beneficial for most dogs! It can improve their heart and circulatory health, as well as many other things. It is also a great aerobic exercise, providing very low impact to the joints and bones, causing no pain or damage overtime. And for a lot of dogs, it’s also…
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Pet Safety Tips for the Holiday Season!
Typically, the holiday season is the time of year we gather the most with family and friends and sometimes, our fur friends accompany us in the festivities. We all want to have fun and be merry, but we also want everyone safe including our pets. Nothing can spoil holiday cheer like an emergency visit to…
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Hurricane Season Prep Tips for Your Dog
“Ever tried coaxing a petrified pooch out from underneath the armoire? Then perhaps you can understand the importance of advanced storm preparedness. Don’t wait until every second counts. Planning for pet safety and comfort before there’s a problem can keep panic to more controlled levels when things become increasingly tumultuous. At the very least, it helps precondition our pets…
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Not All Dogs Can Swim: Swim Lessons Save Lives!
Does your dog run with excitement to every body of water in sight? Maybe you can’t walk past a creek or pond without your pup diving in. Or maybe your dog treats water like the enemy and will do anything to stay dry. Every dog is different and not all are born with a love…
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Why Orthopedic Beds Matter for Senior Dogs
According to the National Sleep Foundation, dogs spend 50% of their day sleeping, 30% lounging around, and just 20% being active. As they enter their senior years, they require even more rest to be at their best. With so much time spent lying down, a sturdy, supportive bed is essential for reducing pain and ensuring optimal sleep.…
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Cool Off with us at the Pool!
Even though summertime involves getting outside more and enjoying the weather, there are serious things to consider if and when you take your dog outdoors. The high temperatures, especially here in Central Florida, can be dangerous and sometimes deadly, and heat stroke, unfortunately, is a common occurrence during the warm months. It is vital to…
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Femoral Head and Neck Excision (FHNE) in Dogs
What is FHNE in Dogs Femoral Head and Neck Excision Arthroplasty refers to the removal of the articulating, ball at the top of the thigh bone (femur). This procedure has been used for the management of a range of conditions involving the hip joint. The most common reasons for this are untreatable hip joint fractures,…
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