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 [...]

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 [...]

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 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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

There’s no doubt—veterinary technicians are the glue that hold a practice together. Not only do they act as the liaison between veterinarian and pet owner, but they also perform a wide variety of diagnostic tests, and provide nursing care, and everything in between. A skilled vet tech can assist with a complicated orthopedic surgery in [...]

Therapeutic lasers can treat numerous conditions in pets by stimulating healing and decreasing pain and inflammation. Our team at Groves Veterinary Clinic wants to provide details about this versatile treatment modality, to help you decide if your pet can benefit.  Laser therapy for pets—the basics The term laser stands for light amplification by stimulated emission [...]

The holidays are a magical time of year, when we decorate our homes, gather with family and friends, and eat delectable food. However, these wonderful holiday traditions can pose potential hazards for your pet. Our team at Groves Veterinary Clinic asked Rudolph and his reindeer friends to help us give pet holiday safety tips before [...]