Heartworm Disease: The Silent Killer Mosquitoes Are Spreading to Your Pet Right Now

Dog on Florida porch unaware of mosquito — heartworm risk in Palm Beach County

April Is National Heartworm Awareness Month You know what’s frustrating? I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had this conversation: “Dr. Steve, do we really need to do heartworm prevention year-round? It seems like a lot.” And I get it. It’s another monthly expense. Another thing to remember. But here’s what I need you […]

The Stuff in Your House That Can Kill Your Pet

Calm pet owner calling a veterinarian while dog rests safely at home

You know what I see more often than I’d like? A panicked phone call from someone whose dog just got into a bottle of Advil. Or their cat chewed on a lily. And the first thing out of their mouth is always the same: “I didn’t even know that was dangerous.” Look, I get it. […]

Home Remedies for Dog Eye Infection: Eye Discharge in Dogs

That worried look on your face when you noticed your pup’s goopy eye? Yeah, I’ve seen it a thousand times. Take a breath – we’ve got this. So your dog woke up this morning with what looks like they went three rounds with a dust bunny, and now you’re googling “dog eye infection” at 2 […]