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Microchipping your pet is one of the best things you can do for their safety! Despite being as careful as possible, it’s likely that given the chance your pets will bolt out when doors are open. They hop out of car windows, hollow out under fences and sometimes decide to go an a walkabout, without you of course! … Read moreMicrochipping Your Pet: What You Need to Know

While pain is an unfortunate part of life, your dog doesn’t have to suffer from joint pain any longer! As many of you know, animals also suffer from joint pain, just like human beings. They can also experience many of the same problems as we do when they get older. One of the most common and serious … Read moreManaging Joint Pain in Dogs: Sarasota Veterinary Center

Our motto is that “Pets Are Family Too,” so when searching for a Sarasota veterinarian that will treat them as such, look no further! We’ve been proudly serving the pets and families of the Sarasota, FL area since 1984. Dr. Dave Smith is the owner and lead veterinarian at this Sarasota Veterinary Center. Dr. Dave … Read moreSarasota Veterinary Center – Your Family Pet Center!

Sarasota veterinarians like Dr. Dave Smith should be your go-to for all things pet related! If you have a pet, you’re aware that it results in lots of added responsibilities. Bringing a new puppy home is like bringing a newborn child home. From the first day, it becomes a part of your life and you gradually start developing sentimental attachment to your … Read moreSarasota Veterinary Center: Expert Services and Advice You Can Trust!

Your pet’s dental care should be an important part of their overall health routine! Oral health in your pets is as important as it is for you. Just imagine how your mouth would feel if you don’t brush and floss regularly. Similarly, your pet’s oral health will be impaired if you don’t take care of their oral hygiene … Read moreSarasota Veterinary Center: Is Dental Care That Important for Pets?

If you’re taking your pet on a plane trip, your first priority is to be a proactive advocate for your pet’s safety! This begins with booking the flight, which is best done in person and not online. Plan ahead by traveling when the weather and temperature are more reasonable, such as early in the morning, … Read moreFlying With Pets: Safety First!

Pets are included in more than two-thirds of all family vacations. They are, after all, an important part of the family. A little planning can go a long way to make certain that traveling with pets is safe and fun for the whole family! Preliminary Planning Prior to your departure, take your pet to the … Read moreOn the Road Again: Tips for Traveling With Pets

Don’t be fooled! Professional announcers, paid celebrity endorsements and slick advertisements not only offer affordable online pet meds at discount prices, but also, at times, with no prescription required. Since pets are becoming more and more a part of the family and annual spending on pet products has reached more than $60 billion dollars in the United … Read moreRisky Business! Online Pet Pharmacy Dangers

If you have pets, then you’re probably very aware of the responsibilities that come along with pet ownership. Bringing a pet home is like bringing a newborn child home. You start caring for your pet as your child. You instinctively and lovingly take on the tasks of taking care of everything from their eating habits … Read moreSarasota Veterinary Center: Comprehensive Services for Sarasota Pets!

Joint pain in dogs that are advanced in age is very common, read about how you can keep your pet from suffering! As your pet grows older, their joint flexibility begins to decrease and arthritis begins to set in. Since we all love our pets like family, no one likes to see them hurting. You … Read moreKnow the Symptoms: Causes and Prevention of Joint Pain in Dogs