Wellness Animal Hospital

Snuggles are always included in the visit 💕
Call us at 941-499-7171 to schedule your pet’s appointment—for snuggles, checkups, and everything in between!

🌱🐶 Attention dog owners: grapevines can be harmful to your furry friends!

😔 These vines can cause kidney failure in dogs, but there's a way to keep your yard looking beautiful while protecting your pup.

👀 Try trimming off the budding grapes before they turn into fruit, preserving the aesthetic value of the leafy vines while keeping your dog safe.

🐾 Keep your pets healthy and happy by being informed about common household toxins.

👉🚫 ATTENTION PET OWNERS!🐾 Xylitol may be a natural sugar substitute, but it's NOT safe for your furry friends!

😿 If your dog ingests xylitol, it can cause severe hypoglycemia and liver damage, leading to a life-threatening situation. So, be careful with the products you use and make sure they don't contain xylitol!👀

Dogs can’t talk, but they have many ways of communicating their emotions to us.

🐶 If your furry friend is displaying signs of fear, anxiety, or stress, it’s important to understand their behavior. Besides obvious signs like shaking or hiding, dogs may also use self-soothing motions like yawning or scratching to alleviate nervous energy.

They may even exhibit displacement behaviors like sniffing or running in circles. If your dog avoids eye contact, has wide eyes, or has a frantically wagging tail, they may be feeling anxious or fearful. Stay tuned for more tips on how to help your furry friend feel more comfortable.