A Pet Owner’s Guide to Joint Supplements

Arthritis is the most common chronic disease affecting pets. The condition can cause significant pain and mobility issues, and negatively impact your pet’s quality of life. While no arthritis cure exists, joint supplements can help manage the condition. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team wants to help by providing information about what joint supplements are available [...]

The Coughing Dog: Part 2—Non-cardiac Causes

Heart problems commonly cause coughing in dogs, but other conditions, from benign irritants to serious disease, can also be the reason your dog is coughing. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team wants to offer information about non-cardiac causes of coughing in dogs so you are prepared should your dog start coughing.  Kennel cough in dogs Kennel [...]

The Coughing Dog: Part 1—Cardiac Causes

If your dog has a persistent cough, they could have an underlying heart condition. Coughing is a common heart disease sign in dogs, because fluid can accumulate in the lungs when the heart doesn’t pump appropriately. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team wants to provide information about what cardiac conditions commonly affect dogs, in case your [...]

Pet Safety Guide For a Safe, Fun, and Fear-Free Halloween

When the leaves begin to change colors, and skeletons and jack-o’-lanterns appear on porches, it can only mean one thing—Halloween is coming. This fun and spooky time of year is beloved by children—and children at heart—but for pets, this holiday can be truly scary. Don't let your pet be frightened this Halloween. Use our Groves [...]

Hurricane Pet Preparedness FAQs

A hurricane often arrives with little warning, so having a plan in place to protect yourself and your family is essential. Pets are important family members and must be included in your family’s emergency preparedness plan. Our team at Groves Veterinary Clinic answers your most frequent questions to ensure you and your pet are ready [...]

Giardia in Dogs

Giardia is a microscopic protozoan parasite ubiquitous throughout the world that causes severe gastrointestinal illness in dogs and people. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team provides information about giardiasis and to offer advice to help decrease your four-legged friend’s risk.  Giardia transmission in dogs Giardia duodenalis is a simple one-celled parasitic organism that has seven genotypes, [...]

Orthopedic Laser Therapy for Pets

Laser therapy is a safe, non-invasive method for addressing numerous health conditions, including several orthopedic issues in pets. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team commonly uses orthopedic laser therapy to help keep pets more comfortable. Read on to see if your pet is a candidate. What is laser therapy for pets? Laser is an acronym for [...]

What Dog Owners Should Know About Ear Infections and Allergies

Many dogs suffer from chronic ear infections, which can indicate they have allergies. Chronic ear infections can cause significant pain for your dog and potentially lead to hearing deficits, but they can be frustrating to treat. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team wants to offer information about dog allergies and ear infections in case your four-legged [...]

Heatstroke Awareness for Pet Owners

Florida’s hot, humid days can put pets at risk for heatstroke, which is an imbalance in heat production and heat dissipation that can have life-threatening consequences for pets. Our Groves Veterinary Clinic team wants to help raise awareness about this important subject by providing information about heatstroke in pets. Pets are at increased risk for [...]

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