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Common Skin Problems for Lakeland Dogs

Common Skin Problems for Lakeland Dogs

Common Skin Problems for Dogs + Cats Part 1: Fleas + Ticks    Oh Florida, thou art a heartless- STATE OF HOT.  Tis the season in the pet care world that even more skin issues arise- due to so many reasons. As a pet owner- sometimes you cant figure out what it is...

Dog-gone Daylight Saving

Dog-gone Daylight Saving

Spring Ahead, Fall BARK! It’s that time where we humans get an extra hour of sleep if we are lucky- unless our cat wakes us up meowing for breakfast, or your pup is whining to go outside on Nov 2nd for Daylight Saving Time. If your even luckier you can just be that PAW-rent thats circadian rhythms overrides our  cellphone or Alexa clocks and gets  up at the crack of dawn as usual, ready to start the day.  Although in the 21st century our flip of a light switch has an influence over our schedule, just as much as the natural light from the rising sun. 

As a Veterinary Technician for 13 years and a majority of that in the Emergency field- I have seen it all. Including pets being rushed into a clinic due to an emergency from pet parents that didn’t get basic first aide prior, or used not the best materials to cover wounds- like Duck Tape. I mean, I won’t lie, it works- but it’s so hard to get off!

Before You Buy: Pet Reptile

Before You Buy: Pet Reptile

Before You Buy: Pet Reptile by: Amber Van Denzen Suarez, CPPS Lakeland, Florida Before you buy a pet reptile here are 5 things you need to know: 1. Do Your Research Not all reptiles should be your first reptile. Some may look easy to care for - but actually can be...