Forever Vets Pet Care Blog
Your pets may not come with an instruction manual, but our blog comes close. Here you’ll find veterinarian-approved advice, fun ideas for everyday life with pets, and answers to the questions every pet parent has. Consider it your trusted resource for a happier, healthier bond with your best friend.
What Pet Is Right for Me?
When you reach a point in your life where you're ready to adopt a pet, the first big decision is the type of pet you want to bring into your...
How to Pet a Cat: Dos and Don’ts
If you've ever owned a cat or tried to pet a friendly cat, you may have experienced moments when the cat seems wary of your touch, and possibly threatened by...
Cat Skin Conditions, Causes and Treatment
Compared to the hair and skin maintenance required by dogs, cats tend to have low-maintenance hair and skin. But they aren't immune to developing skin conditions that can cause discomfort...
Veterinary Wellness Plans vs. Pet Insurance: The Difference
Even when your pet is in good health, the costs of good healthcare can add up quickly. Wellness visits, vaccines, blood draws, medication, and other minor treatments and procedures can...
Vaccines Needed for Dog Grooming: Be Prepared
If you've just adopted a dog and are taking it to the groomer for the first time—or you've tried the DIY approach and are ready to hand over that work...
How to Test Allergies in Dogs
Any person who has suffered from allergies knows that identifying the correct type of allergy can be difficult. You probably know just how uncomfortable and miserable—and potentially dangerous—allergies can be...
What is Cherry Eye in Dogs and Cats, and How Is It Treated?
Even if you've never heard of cherry eye, named after the bright red mass that develops around the edge of a dog's eye, its development is unmistakable. This condition can...
How to Take Care of a Dog After Surgery
If your dog must undergo surgery for any reason, you should be prepared to provide extra care and attention during the following days. While a dog's surgery typically involves an...
The Different Types of Ticks in Florida
Are there ticks in Florida? The answer is yes. There are more than 850 species of ticks around the world, and Florida is home to several species known to bite...
New Kitten Checklist: The Things You’ll Need
For cat lovers, few days are as joyful as the day a new kitten enters your home. A brand-new kitten brings new energy into any home and marks the start...
Is It Illegal to Declaw Cats in Florida? 5 Considerations
The notion of declawing cats is a controversial one. Pet owners may wish to stop their feline friends from scratching and destroying furniture and other objects, but many veterinarians and...
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs: Signs and Symptoms
Both healthy people and animals have a series of glands that work to produce hormones that help regulate the body's systems. For the most part, these glands function without issue.However,...