Senior Pet Fitness: Gentle Exercises to Keep Your Aging Pet Agile

Senior Pet Fitness: Gentle Exercises to Keep Your Aging Pet Agile

Like it or not, we all age. Unfortunately, aging can even seem quicker and more sudden for our pets, as their expected lifespan is not as long as that of their adoring humans. Aging pet fitness can keep your pet healthier and more mobile as they age, though. Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital has some great […]

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Finding Your Pet’s Perfect Fit: How to Select the Right Wellness Plan

Finding Your Pet’s Perfect Fit: How to Select the Right Wellness Plan

Routine pet preventive care lays the groundwork for a lifetime of good health and is essential for disease prevention and for detecting medical conditions at the earliest possible stages. But sometimes paying for preventive care appointments in one lump sum can put a strain on the family budget, which is where pet wellness plans come […]

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Tips for Keeping Your Pet Calm During Veterinary Visits

Tips for Keeping Your Pet Calm During Veterinary Visits

Even relatively calm pets feel a bit unnerved at the vet. We get it, and try not to take it personally! The truth is, it’s an unexpected experience that can involve some unwanted poking and prodding, and pets don’t always appreciate the attention. This is evidenced by repetitive lip-licking, whining, dilated pupils, and a general […]

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How to Recognize Signs of Pain in Your Pet: Advice from Sunrise Blvd Animal Hospital

How to Recognize Signs of Pain in Your Pet: Advice from Sunrise Blvd Animal Hospital

When it comes to pain, many pets suffer in silence. Without interrupting pain and treating the potential cause, symptoms can lead to other various health problems. The most common pet pain signs might not always be the most obvious, so it’s best to start by closely observing pet behavior.  

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Addressing Common Pet Phobias Like Thunderstorm or Fireworks Anxiety

Addressing Common Pet Phobias Like Thunderstorm or Fireworks Anxiety

Thunderstorms and fireworks create a lot of anxiety for pets. Unfortunately, we have no control over when they will occur, but there are things we can do to help our pets through them. This guide will help you address these common pet phobias to help your furry friends feel their best.

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Common Pet Health Issues and How to Prevent Them: A Guide for Pet Owners

Common Pet Health Issues and How to Prevent Them: A Guide for Pet Owners

We’ve probably said it before, but we’ll say it again: prevention really is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to your pet’s health. Take heartworm, for example. Heartworm prevention medication costs $150 to $200 a year. A yearly heartworm screening typically comes in at around $45 to $75. 

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Year-Round Parasite Prevention Stops Fleas and Ticks

Year-Round Parasite Prevention Stops Fleas and Ticks

One of the biggest downfalls of owning pets is the possibility of a flea infestation or tick-borne illnesses infiltrating your house. Luckily, with a take-charge approach to parasite prevention, you can reduce the risks associated with these awful bugs and safeguard your pet’s health all year long.  The Real Deal At best, fleas and ticks […]

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March Madness: Getting a New Puppy

March Madness: Getting a New Puppy

There are few things as exciting as bringing a new puppy into your home. This cute little character is like a wind-up toy, recharging her batteries before bouncing around the house again. And although you’d rather spend your time playing with this charming little creature, training a puppy is also important. Without it, they might […]

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Why is My Cat Sneezing?

Why is My Cat Sneezing?

We are no strangers to snotty, sneezy kitties at Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital. Understanding the causes of sneezing in cats can be a little complicated, but it is a problem our feline friends experience fairly frequently. If you are wondering “why is my cat sneezing,” look no further—we have your answers. Potential Causes of Sneezing […]

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Why Pet Dental Care Is So Important

Why Pet Dental Care Is So Important

Sure, wolves and lions and other wild canids and felids may live out their lives without ever seeing a toothbrush. That doesn’t mean, though, that dental care for our animals doesn’t make a difference. Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital gets to witness the impact of good pet dental health on a daily basis, and for pet […]

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