Your furry pals require lots of attention, care, toys, walks, and veterinary visits throughout their life to ensure they remain healthy and by your side for as long as possible. Pets are experts at wrapping their owners around their paws, especially when asking for more treats. However, unless you are having a smoochfest with your [...]

Close to 60% of dogs and cats in the U.S. are overweight, according to a 2018 survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Is your pet one of them? Surprisingly, many pet owners are shocked to learn that their pets need to lose weight. Since obesity is associated with other health concerns, keeping your [...]

Kittens are an energetic and adorable ball of fur, but also a big responsibility. The Driftwood Animal Hospital team is here for you with tips to help ensure your kitten’s first year is fun, and to lay the groundwork for a healthy, loving companion.  Kitten wellness exams We love kittens at Driftwood Animal Hospital, and [...]

Nothing is more adorable than a brand new bundle of fur with puppy breath—except maybe a feisty little kitten. As you welcome a new puppy into your home and heart, you may be overwhelmed with how much care and work goes into ensuring your tiny pup starts off on the right paw and grows up [...]

While we enjoy our warm temperatures year-round here in Daytona Beach, so do insects—particularly mosquitoes—and these bloodsucking pests are notorious for transmitting a host of diseases. You need to know about heartworm disease  to help keep your pet safe from this deadly condition. Here are five key facts about heartworm disease every pet owner should [...]

Often with the comfort of a furry family member in your home, you can easily get into a daily life routine and forget that they require maintenance to keep their bodies functioning smoothly and healthily. Many U.S. dogs and cats have not seen a veterinarian in the past year for check-ups and preventive health care. [...]