NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS    

 
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. 

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.



SUMMER CONTEST.....Enter to win either a 6-month supply of Advantix (for dogs) or a 6-month supply of Advantage (for cats). No purchase necessary. Drawing will be held on June 1, 2008. Click on the "CONTEST" button in the menu on the left side of the screen to enter.
            CONGRATULATIONS "MARLEY"- YOU WON!!!!!!!!!!!!

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.

1/11/2007: Go here to learn more about a general bill being proposed regarding banning certain dog breeds in Florida. 

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

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. Link to news video about danger to pets re: lead levels in certain pet toys. Click here

9/14/07: Potential new threat to pets. Click here for more information.

 EPA WARNING ABOUT "repackaged" flea and tick products: read this article about the risks in purchasing some flea and tick products from non-veterinary clinics.