HOLIDAY PICTURES A SUCCESS!!
We would like to thank all those who participated in our Holiday Pictures. We were able to raise $800.00 for the Humane Society of Broward County. It was a terrific success and we all had a lot of fun with your pets! Look for us to take more pictures. Future themes include Valentine's Day and/or Mardi Gras. Pictures will be $10.00 each and proceeds will be going to The Douglas McMichael Fund. This is a fund sponsored for future veterinary students at the University of Florida.
FEBRUARY IS PET DENTAL MONTH!!
Does your dog or cat have bad breath, pain or bleeding from the mouth when eating, a foul smelling yellow-brown crust around the gum line or pain and bleeding when the gums are touched? Any or all of these signs could mean dental disease, a painful and possibly serious problem that requires veterinary attention. The original cause of most dental problems is plaque, a colorless film that contains a large number of harmful bacteria. Because your pet doesn't brush his teeth like you do, this plaque can cause tartar to develop on the tooth near and under the gum
line. The result is swelling, redness and inflammation
of the gums (gingivitis), and eventually periodontal disease, which can destroy the gums and tissue that support the teeth.
Though dental disease is a preventable and treatable problem with most pets, there are significant risks associated with poor oral health. By the age of three most pets show some sign of dental disease. Periodontal disease in pets has been associated with liver, kidney and heart disease. Peridontal disease in pets can lead to poor general health. Normal dry pet food provides little if any dental benefit because it shatters when chewed. Feeding a veterinarian recommended food that doesn't shatter upon contact with the tooth will help scrape away or squeegee debris and provides numerous dental benefits such as fresh breath and healthy gums.
ANY OF OUR QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS CAN DO A FREE DENTAL EVALUATION TO SEE IF YOUR PET NEEDS A DENTAL. PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE DENTAL EVALUATION. 561-439-3220
SWEETS FOR THE SWEET
Just another reminder that this wonderful box is for you not your pets. I hate to sound redundant but it is important not to allow your pets (feline or canine) to eat chocolate. It is toxic and the wrappers can be just as dangerous.
IS YOUR CAT REALLY HEALTHY?
Did you know one of the top killers of our cats is Kidney Disease? Most cats don't show any signs until the later stages of this deadly disease. If your cat is 6 years or older a simple blood test could rule out potention problems. This simple procedure does not prevent your cat from developing Kidney Disease but could alert us to start early treatments. If your cat does begin to show signs you may notice drinking more water, urinating more (this could also be signs of a urinary tract infection), poor appetite, weight loss and even jauntice (yellowish colored skin & gums). When your "geriatric" cat comes in for annual exams a routine blood screen may be suggested. Other problems that could be found could include diabetes, liver disease, anemia and underlying infection. Ask us for more information.
GOOD LUCK DR. VELAZQUEZ!!
We would like to wish Dr. Alana Velazquez "good luck" on her newest venture. She is going be teaching the Technician Certification Program at Miami/Dade Community College. Classes began in January so she has been very busy these days. We wish her the best of luck and hope to have a few certified technicians sometime soon. Dr. V will still be affiliated with SVC and will be seeing appointments on a limited basis in the near future.
We miss you Dr. V!!
WE SEND "JESSIE" TO THE RAINBOW BRIDGE
Our deepest sympathies go to our tech manager Jen Hecker and her family for the loss of their furry friend "Jessie".
EMERGENCY TECHNICIAN WANTED
We are currently looking for an experienced technician to work nights and weekends. For more information call Jen Hecker at 561-439-3220.
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