As we head towards the holiday season, many people are starting to think about getting gifts for that someone special in their life, such as their dog or cat. However, yet another rawhide bone or a catnip toy seems so tedious. Why not surprise your pet or a pet-lover in your life with the latest and greatest pet-related tech? Best pet camera Admit it-you have at least 20 photos of your pet for everyone photo you have of your spouse. However, it can be hard to get good pictures of pets, especially candid action shots. In addition, many pet owners suffer a great deal of angst about leaving the ..read more

If your dog has been diagnosed with diabetes, it can be a frightening and stressful time for you. However, armed with the proper knowledge you can help your companion cope with a potentially dangerous disease. What is dog diabetes Dog diabetes refers to diabetes mellitus in canines. There are other forms, but the focus here is on Type I diabetes in dogs.   You may hear the term dog diabetes and immediately think of someone you know who is diabetic. However, people more commonly suffer from Type II diabetes while dogs are almost exclusively affected by Type I diabetes. What does this mean ..read more

Are you exhausted from all of your holiday shopping? Maybe you still need to find that perfect gift for your pet. Spoil your trusted companion with our veterinarian-recommended gifts that will keep them happy and healthy.  Here are some gifts that we believe you and your pet will love this season:  Thundershirt  Does your pet get nervous when left alone? Maybe during firework shows, thunderstorms, or vet visits. Then maybe a thundershirt is the right product for your furry friend. How they work is they apply gentle and constant pressure to your animal’s body. ThunderShirts re ..read more

Why should your pet get DNA genetic testing? When it comes to our pets, it's no secret that most of us consider them as part of the family. They're undoubtedly part of our life and extremely important to us so their health is just as important to us as our own. In this article, you're going to learn:  ·     How DNA genetic testing can help your pet ·     What types of tests there are  ·     Your first steps for getting it done for your pet  How can DNA testing help your pet?  We all learn in school that everybody ..read more

Watch Out! What to Do if a Car Hits Your Dog? Sometimes, life throws brutal situations our way that can trouble and dishearten the most composed and collected individuals.  Experiencing a road accident that involves your dog is one of those harrowing incidents. According to the statistics gathered in 2010, around 1 million animals are killed on U.S. roads every single day. With the number of cars in the U.S. only increased over the years, the number of casualties in these statistics has grown as well – but no one quite knows the actual figures.  Witnessing such an accident wi ..read more

Puppy Limping? Difficulty Walking and Lameness Article! You came home from work and noticed your brand new puppy is limping. Now what? There are a few steps you can take for a dog limping, but it looks like it may be time for a visit to your veterinarian. What is lameness? Lameness is the result of a dog being unable to bear full weight on one or more limbs. This leads to a noticeable abnormality in the gait or difficulty walking. Lameness can be subtle or barely detectable (grade 1) to bearing no weight on one limb (grade 5). Puppies, especially those under six months of age, already tend to ..read more

Animals and the hot South Florida heat don't go together when said pet is not being given proper airflow via an air conditioner or open window. You may have heard horror stories of pet owners leaving their pets in the back seat of their car in 110 degree summer heat, while they go in to a store "real quick" and end up staying in there for an hour or longer. It may sound just fine to go in to a store real quick, but we are humans and mistakes tend to be made, so losing track of time is not unusual when you go into a store or appointment. The fact is that leaving your pet in the car during a So ..read more

Getting a new pet as for you or your family is the most exciting and fulfilling responsibility! There are countless reasons to having pets, but it is up to us to care for them and make sure they stay healthy so they can have a long and happy life with your family. Living in South Florida can present additional challenges that our team at Pet Express Animal Hospital have successfully treated over the years. Below are 8 fairly common reasons for coming in: 1.  Dental. By the time your pet reaches a couple years of age, their likelihood will sky rocket to 50% of cats and 85% of dogs over th ..read more

Animal Hospitals have adopted new and innovative ways to treat our local pet community. Recently veterinarians have been looking towards drug and surgery free alternatives to pain relief, exactly what laser therapy was designed for. K Laser therapy is a practice where veterinarians use near infrared wavelength lasers on the specific area that needs relief. The healing effects of K Laser increase circulation in targeted areas, decreased swelling, reduction of pain and enhanced tissue repair. How does it work? Since 2002, thousands of patients and practices have already begun transitioning to m ..read more

Do your dogs or cats have fleas? As a pet owner, it’s probably something you’ve dreaded ever happening because, not only is it a pain for you, it’s just as awful for your animal. There are many states that have a big problem with infestations; South Florida, especially, is a haven for them due to the humidity, but there are many effective ways to get rid of these pesky parasites that might be beneficial to both you and your pet. 5 Symptoms to Watch For Symptoms of an infestation aren’t always very obvious, especially when you’ve never had to deal with the problem before. There are a few sign ..read more