Tear and Saliva Staining in Pets: What Those Marks Really Mean If your light-colored dog or cat has reddish-brown streaks under their eyes or discolored paws from constant licking, you're not alone. Pet owners often wonder why those stubborn stains keep coming back no matter how much they clean. The short answer is that natural [...]
The Truth About Pet Dental Products: What Actually Prevents Disease Dental disease often develops silently between veterinary visits. Bacteria in the mouth form sticky plaque, which hardens into tartar and irritates the gums. While professional cleanings are essential for removing buildup, plaque can return quickly without regular home care. The key is knowing which habits [...]
Arthritis in Pets: Early Signs and Effective Care You notice your pet hesitates before joining you on the couch, or maybe their morning walk takes a little longer than it used to. It's easy to dismiss a little stiffness or slowing down as just a normal part of getting older. But often, these subtle changes [...]
Separation Anxiety in Pets: Recognizing the Signs Early Many cases of separation anxiety go unnoticed until a pet starts showing destructive or distressing behaviors. By recognizing early warning signs- such as clinginess, pacing, or vocalizing when you prepare to leave- owners can take steps before anxiety escalates. Addressing these behaviors early can make recovery smoother [...]
Why Some Dogs Are Prone to Recurring Ear Infections For many families, ear infections become a familiar cycle: treatment helps for a little while, then the odor, scratching, and discharge return. Dogs that swim, play outdoors, or have underlying allergies are especially prone to repeat problems. Breaking the cycle requires identifying and managing the cause, [...]
Urinary Blockages in Cats: Fast Action, Lifesaving Results You hear scratching in the litter box again. Your cat has been in and out all evening, crouching as if to go but leaving nothing behind. At first, you wonder if it’s stress or maybe constipation- but the crying, restlessness, and worried feeling in your gut tell [...]
Lumps and Bumps in Pets: When to Worry and What to Do Finding a lump on your pet can be alarming, and it’s normal to have questions. Is it something serious? Should you watch it or have it looked at right away? At Palm City Animal Medical Center, we see masses, growths, and lumps every [...]
Keeping a pet’s mouth healthy can feel overwhelming. We hear every day from families in Palm City who worry about anesthesia, cost, and the sheer logistics of scheduling a professional dental cleaning. Because non-anesthetic dental cleanings (NADs) are heavily advertised as quick, gentle, and inexpensive, it is easy to assume they are “good enough.” At [...]
Understanding Kidney Disease in Cats: A Guide for Pet Owners As our feline companions age, their health needs evolve—and among the most common conditions affecting senior cats is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). This progressive illness can be subtle at first but has a profound impact on quality of life if left unmanaged. Fortunately, with early [...]
The Complete Guide to Pet Parasites: Prevention Strategies for Year-Round Protection Parasites are more than a seasonal annoyance—they’re a year-round threat to your pet’s health, especially in warm, humid climates like Palm City, Florida, where fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes never really go dormant. These pests don’t just irritate your pets; they can cause severe illness, [...]