NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 
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We now have a full-building backup electric generator in the event of power outage from storms or hurricanes. This is to ensure we are able to serve our clients when they need us most.
We occassionally send out Emails to our clients with important information such as the Pet Food Recall, hurricane information, etc. If you are not recieving these emails it is because we do not have a current email address for you on file. Please email or call our office with a current email address so we can include you in our Email list. We do not share or sell email addresses with anyone else.
CLIENT REFERAL PROGRAM: Our best new clients come from referrals from our existing clients. Refer a friend to our practice and you will recieve a $15.00 credit on your account to use toward future veterinary care, medication, supplies or boarding. There is no limit as to how much you can earn and your credits do not expire. Start building up a nice credit on your account today. Tell your friends about our practice today. Make sure they tell us you sent them.
FREE RABIES VACCINATION: All clients of the Jaffe Animal Clinic receive their 1-yr Rabies vaccination booster at no charge when done at the time of their Annual Physical Examination.
 EPA WARNING ABOUT "repackaged" flea and tick products: : read this article about the risks in purchasing some flea and tick products from non-veterinary sources.
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10/20/09: A new vaccine has been approved by the U.S.D.A. for the H3N8 Canine Influenza virus. Click here to learn more.
8/26/09: Virbac Animal Health has recalled Iverhart Plus flavored chewable tablets for dogs after routine stability tests showed that samples from two lots did not contain sufficient amounts of ivermectin to give dogs weighing 85 pounds or more six months of parasite protection. CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE
5/21/09: Nutro Cat Food Recall: Nutro Products Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Range of Dry Cat Food Products
To read about this recall directly, visit the FDA website. Click here
Dr. Jaffe has always recommends switching to Purina ProPlan Cat food if you are feeding one of the diets on the pet food recall list.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
3/ 9/09: Dangers of Cocoa Mulch: Recent toxicities have been seen. Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Target, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called 'Theobromine'. It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Theobromine is in all chocolate, especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, an xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that 'It is true that studies have shown that 50% of the dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it.' Since there is no way to determine which dogs will eat it and which ones won't, it is best to avoid this product all together. For more information from the ASPCA, click here
1/23/09: Pet treats recalled in salmonella outbreak. Click here to read the CNN story. Click here for the F.D.A. list of products recalled.
1/7/09: Preliminary Animal Health Notification from the F.D.A. regarding Chicken Jerky Products for Dogs. CLICK HERE
9/27/08: Attention pet owners that are overdue on Rabies vaccination: Palm Beach County is cracking down on pet owners that are overdue to get their pet's rabies vaccination up-to-date. The current fine by the County is $500.00 if your pet is not current. We do not want our clients to get fined for this. We provide 1-year Rabies vaccinations at NO CHARGE when your pet recieves its Annual Complete Physical Exam. Please call our office today to schedule your pet's appointment to avoid the fine.
9/22/08: The Jaffe Animal Clinic is proud to be one of the few practices in the state of Florida offering minimally invasive surgery, including laparscopic (belly-button) spays. Click here to learn more about this new, state-of-the-art technology.
PARVOVIRUS OUTBREAK: As seen in the local news, Canine Parvovirus is back and deadly as ever. See the news articles at these links:
http://www.wflx.com/Global/story.asp?S=8511380
http://www.wptv.com/news/local/story.aspx?content_id=921770f6-f97e-4687-a304-e91c56b93c9a
This virus is highly contagious and if treatment is not started quickly, can result in death. The virus is spread in the feces of dogs and can live in the environment for almost 1 year, putting all dogs at risk for the next 12 months. A common place dogs pick up the virus is walking in areas that other dogs have visited. The virus can be carried home on the feet or shoes of the person walking the dog. Puppies and older dogs are at higher risk, however, any dog that is not up to date on the vaccine is at risk. Dogs that have been properly vaccinated are well protected against this deadly virus. Early signs of the disease include vomitting and diarrhea. This is followed by dehydration, intestinal infection and usually death if not treated. Treatment can be expensive, however, the vaccine is not. Please make sure your dog is current with the Parvovirus vaccination. The vaccine will prevent the disease but will not cure it once your dog has been exposed.
Starting in June 2008, we will be offering non-anesthetic teeth cleaning. This new service will not be for everyone, but for those pets with tartar and plaque that has not yet caused severe gingivitis or periodontal disease, this will be a good alternative to dental procedures requiring general anesthesia. By providing a complete and thorough cleaning and polishing without the need for general anesthesia it will be easier to schedule routine dental care for your pet, without the extra expense of general anesthesia. Call our office for more information or to schedule an appointment. For more information, click on the "Anesthesia-Free Teeth Cleaning" button on the main menu.
4/1/2008: Tick problems??? We now offer in-house consultation to help you establish an effective tick prevention program for your pet. Ticks spread disease to people and animals. Preventing them on your pet can be very difficult and frustrating. Let us help you get your pet on an effective program. Call to schedule a Tick consultation appointment.
12/03/07: CANINE FLU: This highly contagious disease is back again in our area in full force. To learn more, click on this link. CANINE FLU LINK
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