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Natural Disasters for pets have serious consequences too! Hurricane season has arrived, and we have all read and seen the havoc wreaked by tornadoes across the Southeastern states. It is important to be prepared for natural disasters for pets and all kinds of emergencies too. The safety of your family depends on preparing a disaster plan, … Read moreDisasters for Pets: Preparedness Should Include ALL Family Members!

Keeping Pets Safe When Temperatures Soar The summer months are obviously the hottest time of the year in Southwest Florida. As the temperature rises to extreme levels, most people find comfort by staying inside in air conditioning or by immersing themselves in water at the beach or the pool. Ensuring that our pets are able … Read moreHeat Stress in Pets Can Be Deadly!

When begging for yummy holiday food can result in an upset stomach in pets Thanksgiving – that special time of the year when people look forward to making their plans for the holiday season – is almost here. Nothing is quite as inviting as the aroma of a turkey basting in the oven and all … Read moreUpset Stomach in Pets, The Dangers of Overindulging During the Holidays

Common drugs and household products that are hazardous to your pet’s health There are a number of common household medications that can be life-threatening for pets. Dogs and cats are unique in many ways. Pets are not just small people, but instead have many biological differences. You cannot assume that a pill you obtained for … Read moreVomiting in Pets: Beware of Dangerous Medicines and Other Household Items!

How serious is this threat of Ebola in pets? Well, let’s look: The answer to the loaded question posed in the headline of this article is, unfortunately, quite ambiguous. The truth is the answer could be “yes,” “no” and “maybe.” The virus has never been found in wild felines in Africa, so for cat owners, … Read moreEbola in Pets, Are Yours at Risk?

Proper ear care is very important to your pet’s overall health Cleaning my pet’s ears on a regular basis can prevent costly and painful ear infections. The ear canal of a dog and cat is quite long and takes a turn that goes even deeper before stopping at the ear drum. Wax can build up in … Read moreCleaning My Pet’s Ears: Ear Care is Critical to Your Pet’s Heath!

Are you considering dog boarding because of an upcoming vacation? Or maybe you’re worried your beloved pets are alone too often during the day? Are you worried about your dog’s care when you are loaded with your work? Or you have a vacation planned with no one to keep the pups? There are many service providers … Read moreChoosing the Best Dog Boarding Sarasota Has to Offer!

When Buying Supplements for Dogs and Other Pets, Use Caution! As pets age, they deal with stiffness and pain, just like people. Naturally, we want to help them, but there are important differences between animals and people. It is best to consult your veterinarian first. For years we have treated arthritis with aspirin and similar … Read moreSupplements for Dogs and Other Pets, When to Be Cautious!

Don’t take excessive hair loss in pets lightly, it could mean something is very wrong! Owners of furry owners should be on the lookout for hair loss in pets in their household. However, some owners think that they lose hair due to excess heat in summer. But the thing these owners should remember is that there … Read moreWhat Causes Hair Loss In Pets? And How Concerned Should You Be?

We offer many services here at Parkway Veterinary Center and they extend beyond treating dogs. We are also a premier cat hospital of Sarasota, Florida. You can bring your cuddly cat into our office for various reasons, from minor to major we handle all cases. In fact, our veterinarians wear many hats and being a … Read moreCat Hospital of Sarasota