The dogs were headed for testing labs and didn’t even have names or know how to play. Volunteers are introducing them to grassy yards and cuddly movie nights for the first time. “Everything, from the way that grass feels to watching cars drive by, it’s all going to be a brand-new experience for them,” said…
The puppies protecting herders and snow leopard This story was originally published by WWF Asia Pacific Exposure in February 2019. On a shivering cold morning in Mongolia’s capital city, 20 shiny wet noses and 20 pairs of bright black eyes stare out from the boot of a Toyota Tundra. Breath misting in the morning frost,…
WHAT IS IT? Canine influenza virus (CIV) causes respiratory symptoms similar to those experienced by humans with the flu, including coughing, sneezing, lethargy, fever, and discharge from the nose and eyes. There are two known influenza virus types that can infect and spread between dogs in the United States. IS THERE A VACCINE FOR CANINE…
Pets are good for your health in numerous ways, including supporting immune function. Clues that dogs may influence the immune system emerged when links to allergies, asthma and eczema, which are due to an over-reactive immune system, were found. For instance, while it was once believed that exposure to dogs (or cats) at birth may…
Last week, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) released a new ruling related to transporting service and emotional support animals under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). The voice of the veterinary profession was welcomed by both the airlines and the DOT during discussions of this issue, and our influence is clear in the final rule…
Animal health professionals should encourage kindness amidst the pandemic to minimize unnecessary animal relinquishment. Veterinarians should continue to assure clients they will not contract COVID from their furry friends. This is according to a recent webinar presented by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) that reconfirmed the status of SARS-Cov-2 as a reverse zoonoses…
Happy Monday! We wanted to update you on our current situation. We’re happy to announce that starting today June 1st, we will be offering appointments inside the building. As much as we all want to go back to normal, Florida’s COVID-19 statistics dictate we must continue to be responsible and maintain social distancing as much…
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR CURRENT HOURS OF OPERATION HAVE CHANGED AND MAY HAVE TO CHANGE DAY TO DAY BASED ON THE NEEDS OF SICK PATIENTS — PLEASE STAY IN TOUCH FOR UPDATES. IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CALL ALL ANIMAL CARE CLINIC AT 561-630-3908. IF YOU HAVE A NON EMERGENCY CONCERN YOU MAY EMAIL…
Due to Covid19, the All Animal Care Clinic is taking upmost precautions to keep our clients and staff safe. On March 16th, after looking at the news from Europe and feeling that we might be next, we instituted our new clinic protocol: ”Curbside Concierge Care”. The experience has been awesome! I’ve never been so proud…
What is coronavirus disease 2019? Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Can I get COVID-19? Yes. COVID-19 is spreading from person to person in…