Posts in Category: Seasonal Pet Care

The holidays—a time of giving, sharing, and maybe even a time for a new furry friend. The idea of surprising your loved ones with a pet is tempting, but is it the right choice for you and the pet involved? 

Animal Medical Center is here to explore the pros and cons of adopting a pet during the holiday season to help guide you in making the right decision.

It’s that time of year when the high temperatures here in the Tampa, Florida area begin to drop just a bit. Going outside to play with your pet feels less like a hot and muggy chore and more like an enjoyable part of your day.

The team at Animal Medical Center, your friendly veterinary office in Brandon, FL, has tips to make this time of the year even better. Here are our favorite pet-friendly fall activities to enrich your pet’s life—and yours.

Halloween is just around the corner, and we all know it’s a time for fun, spooky decorations, and lots of treats. But while we humans enjoy the festivities, it’s important to remember that our furry friends might not be as thrilled about the holiday as we are. 

At Animal Medical Center, we care deeply about the well-being of your pets, and that’s why we’re here to share some valuable tips on how to keep your pets safe and stress-free during Halloween.

Hot sun and high temps can be tough for pets to tolerate, especially senior pets, overweight pets, and those with certain health conditions. Brachycephalic dog breeds like pugs and bulldogs, and snub-nosed cats like Persians and Himalayans are also at an increased risk of overheating.  

At Animal Medical Center, we want you to enjoy summer activities with your pets. Our team has put together some pointers to help you spot the signs of pet heatstroke. Plus, we’ve got plenty of ways to keep your pets cool when temperatures heat up.

Winter is coming! Even in the relatively mild Florida winter, you’ll have to find ways to keep your pets safe, warm, and happy. Luckily, there are simple things you can do to make sure your dog or cat stays healthy during the colder months. Here are some tips for keeping your furry  friend comfortable when the temperatures drop.

Florida is known for its sunny, warm weather that beckons humans and their four-legged friends into the great outdoors. You’ve likely seen photos of dog owners jogging the neighborhood (or the beach) with their canine workout partners. Cats often soak up the sun on a toasty-warm porch or deck. From springtime through fall, Florida is often one of the warmest places in the United States. However, at Animal Medical Center, we know a Florida winter can be an entirely different animal.

With plenty of sunshine and miles of coast line, pets and humans alike know that Florida is one of the best places to live. Summertime, however, requires some caution for keeping our furry friends safe from the heat.

Summer is in full swing, and if you’re looking for pet-friendly fun in the sun, Animal Medical Center has you covered! Our pet experts have compiled suggestions for summer activities you can enjoy with your pet. And while many of these pastimes seem perfect for pooches, you might have a charismatic cat or fun-loving ferret who wouldn’t mind joining in.

The summer sun is great for pool parties and lazy days at the beach, but when the mercury rises, so do the chances of your pet’s paws being burned by hot surfaces. Sidewalks, pavement, and beach sand can get much hotter than the ambient temperature, which leaves those precious paw pads vulnerable to burns and blisters. 

Your pet’s paws deserve pampering year-round, but special precautions are necessary in the summer heat. At Animal Medical Center, we want you and your pets to enjoy a fun-filled summer with plenty of outdoor time together. We’ve put together some practical suggestions for keeping pets—and their paws—safe and healthy.