Vet's Corner
HeartwormHeartworm infection, caused by the organism Dirofilaria immitis, is spread by mosquitoes (at least 70 species of mosquitoes serve as intermediate hosts carrying these organisms). Because mosquitoes are so prominent here in Florida, it is essential dogs are treated with heartworm prevention to stop a life threatening heart condition. READ MORE >>>
Feline PanleukopeniaFeline Panleukopenia is a highly contagious virus that causes severe intestinal tract disease in cats. Often referred to as “Feline Distemper” or simply “Panleuk”, the virus has made a significant comeback in recent years, particularly among shelter cats and feral cat colonies. Panleukopenia is closely related to and produces many of the same clinical signs as Parvovirus does in dogs, but can be even more deadly. READ MORE >>>