Posts in Category: Seasonal Pet Care

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.