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Is your pet up to date on Flea and Tick prevention?

Flea and tick season is upon us, and nothing annoys a dog more than those pesky pests. Responsible dog owners know that their canine companion’s warm body and soft fur is a personal paradise for these insects. But once they move in — and begin feeding on your pet’s blood — they can cause a [...]

Does a Cat Fit into Your Lifestyle?

Cats make wonderful companions. Their entertaining antics and affectionate behaviors have endeared them to millions of owners for thousands of years. Easily housetrained and relatively low maintenance, cats make good indoor pets and most will readily adapt to a variety of households. Cats can adapt to most types of housing if proper accommodations, [...]

How Much Emergencies Can Cost Without Pet Insurance

Our typically curious and energetic four-legged family members tend to act before they think, which can get them into trouble. They can get hurt in all sorts of ways, like running too fast down the stairs, getting into a scrape with another animal, or eating something they shouldn’t ending up in an ER visit. [...]

Brushing 101 with Dr. M

You don't have to be a Veterinarian to properly brush your pet's teeth! We cannot stress the importance of oral hygiene for pets enough. Oral health is linked to systemic health, and infection and inflammation in the mouth can be transported to internal organs like the heart and kidneys and cause dysfunction and disease. Preventing [...]

Hank is Cancer-Free After Battling a Mast Cell Tumor

We are happy to announce that our sweet Hank is cancer-free after battling a Mast Cell Tumor on his front left leg for the last two months. All thanks to just one treatment of an FDA-approved local treatment called STELFONTA® by Virbac. What is a Mast Cell Tumor? Mast cell tumors are a common form [...]

Giardia in Pets and What You Need to Know

Giardia has to be ingested by your dog in order for him to get the parasite. They can get Giardia by drinking water that has been contaminated by feces or by eating something that has been contaminated by feces, like grass. Once the parasite is in your dog’s intestines, your dog can spread the [...]

Vet Tech Week at Intracoastal West Vet Hospital

Today marks the first day of Staff Appreciation/Vet Tech Week, which celebrates the hard work, skill, and love that each of our staff members brings to work every day throughout the year. Here at Intracoastal West Veterinary Hospital in Jacksonville, FL we will be taking each day this week to honor each of our [...]

Infections that Pets Can Spread to Humans

It is estimated that over 60% of the US owns a pet. Many studies have confirmed the precious roles of pets in human life. Evidence has shown that owning a pet can increase the activity of pet owners and consequently reduce serum cholesterol, low triglyceride levels, and fewer cardiovascular events (4,5). Also, some other [...]

Hurricane Preparation and Pet Safety

The best way to protect your household from the effects of a disaster is to have a disaster plan. If you are a pet owner, that plan must include your pets. Being prepared can save their lives. Top Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe During a Disaster If it’s not safe [...]

The Big “D”, Digging

If your dog is leaving holes all over your yard, it's important to know your dog isn't doing it out of spite or a desire to destroy your landscaping; more likely they're seeking entertainment, attention, prey or to escape. Your dog may be digging for entertainment if: They're left alone in the yard for [...]

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