Pet Emergency: What to Do

  1. Stay Calm
  2. Call (727) 786-5755
  3. Be prepared with info:
    • Type/Breed
    • Details of problem
    • Any changes
  4. Be aware. Pets may bite if ill or injured.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 5:30PM-7:00AM
Weekend: Saturday Noon -
     7:00AM Monday morning
Holidays: Open 24 hours

Phone (727) 786-5755

Location

30610 US Highway 19 N,
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
One block north of Curlew Road on the west side Please call ahead for advice and so we can prepare your arrival.

Directions to
Veterinary Clinic

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Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pets

Halloween can be an exciting time of year for parents and children alike but the same is not always true for your pets. For your four legged friends, Halloween may be a stressful time and at its worst, possibly a dangerous time of year. There are some things you can do to make sure your pets are safe and happy during this often scary holiday.

If you are the owner of a cat who likes to wander outside, keep him inside on Halloween. Many children wandering the neighborhood in costumes could be stressful for your outdoor cat, and that is the best case scenario. In the worst case, you cat could become victim to rowdy teenagers on Halloween.

Unless you are sure that you have an extremely social dog or cat, you should keep them in a back room with food and water during the time that children will be ringing your doorbell. Many strangers coming to the door in a short period of time could be stressful to a dog who feels he needs to protect the home.

If you choose not to keep your dog or cat confined to another room, be careful not to let them escape when you are opening the door for trick or treaters.  A stressed out dog or cat may take off and hide.

Make sure that your dog or cat is wearing an ID tag with his name and phone number clearly printed on it. This will ensure that your fluffy friend will make it back home just in case he escapes despite your best efforts to keep him inside.

Halloween candy can be dangerous for dogs and cats, especially dark chocolate or candy that contains the artificial sweetener, xylitol.  Make sure that all Halloween candy is kept out of their reach.

The candy itself is not the only danger when it comes to Halloween candy. The foil wrappers could possibly become lodged in your pet’s digestive tract.

Be careful with jack o lanterns that contain lighted candles. Curious kittens or excited dogs could knock them over, causing them to burn themselves or ignite a fire.

If you think your pet can handle it, and you decide to dress them up for Halloween, make sure the costume is safe, not restrictive, and does not have small pieces that can easily be chewed off.

If you follow this simple safety tips, Halloween can be a treat, and not a trick, for all of the beloved members of your family.