Vomiting can mean many different things for pets. Sometimes they just ate too fast. Sometimes they ate something they didn’t agree with the stomach. Other times it could be a sign of a bigger health issue. How can you tell when to worry over some vomit? And what happens if my pet is throwing up yellow foam? 

Few activities are more exciting than taking your pup to the shore for the first (or fiftieth) time. There’s something about sand, surf, and sun that brings out the puppy inside of a dog, no matter their actual age.

When you live in a humid, subtropical climate, it’s easy to forget how special the summer truly is. Luckily, most Floridian pets are pretty dialed in to what the season has to offer. From dog-friendly parks and beaches to the basics of summer pet care and safety, we’ve got you covered with our guide to outdoor pet fun. 

Humidity can make summers feel like they dray on forever. While Odessa, FL pets are no strangers to it, humidity can add an extra challenge to pet care. Caring Paws Animal Hospital is here, though, to help our pet owners understand how to best help their pets in the Florida humidity. 

In Odessa’s mild climate, allergy “season” seems to last all year round, and springtime is no exception. With the beautiful blooms on trees and flowers comes an uptick in airborne allergens that can affect Odessa pets.

At Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we take pet allergies and dermatology seriously. If you have an itchy pet, you’ve come to the right place. Please keep reading for our team’s tips on alleviating pet allergies for your four-legged friends this spring.

Living in Odessa, FL, means we get to bask in warm weather all year long. But this paradisiacal weather also creates the perfect environment for pests like fleas and ticks to thrive. These creepy crawlies can cause your furry companions a lot of discomfort, and can even lead to serious health issues. 

That’s why the team at Caring Paws Animal Hospital wants to offer tips for pet preventive care to keep fleas and ticks from harming your pawsome pals.

Dental care is an extremely important aspect of overall pet wellness. The simple act of caring for your pet’s teeth and gums can have as much impact on health as nutrition, exercise, and veterinary care. In fact, dental care can add to a pet’s overall vitality, and even impact longevity. 

If you’ve visited us at Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we are sure that you already recognize how much we care for the pets that are entrusted to us. This means going above and beyond at each visit, and offering the latest and best options for our patients. Veterinary endoscopy is one more way that we are helping our pet patients in every way possible. 

Mealtimes should be delicious and nutritious for our furry family members, but choosing a healthy pet diet is easier said than done. The variety of brands, flavors, and textures available in-store and online can be overwhelming. And do buzzwords like “grain-free” and “human-grade” matter? At Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we’re always happy to provide nutritional guidance, and in this blog, we share some of our favorite pet nutrition tips to help you choose a balanced diet for pets.

As the fall season approaches, celebrations such as Halloween and Thanksgiving bring excitement and joy to our homes. But these festivities can pose unique hazards for our beloved pets. 

At Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we’re dedicated to helping you ensure your furry friends stay safe and happy during these holiday seasons.