For most dogs and cats, minor scrapes and scratches are usually no cause for alarm. If your pet is bleeding heavily or for longer than five minutes, however, seeking veterinary help at your Fort Lauderdale animal hospital right away is essential to protect the health and life of your beloved dog or cat. This guide...Read More

Was Your Dog Bitten by Another Dog? Knowing what to do if your dog has been bitten by another dog can help you to avoid panic and can provide you with a clear framework for getting your beloved pet veterinary help as quickly as possible. At Family Pet Medical Center, we have the skilled staff...Read More

What do Do if Your Cat Can’t Pee Knowing what to do when you notice that your cat can’t pee normally can help you prevent serious issues with your beloved pet’s health. If your cat can’t pee, a urinary obstruction could be responsible for this issue. If left untreated, urinary obstructions can cause severe pain,...Read More

Worried About Dog Marijuana Intoxication? Medical marijuana is legal in the state of Florida. This does not mean, however, that marijuana is safe for pets in your home. Dog marijuana intoxication can pose serious risks to your four-legged friend and may require a visit to your Fort Lauderdale animal hospital to resolve issues related to...Read More

Orthopedic problems can affect both dogs and cats and can pose serious issues for mobility and comfort for these four-legged friends. Working with a Fort Lauderdale animal hospital with experience in orthopedic surgery procedures can help you protect the health and well-being of your pet and can help to keep your cat or dog mobile...Read More

If your dog has been hit by a car, knowing what to do next can often make a big difference in your pet’s chance to survive and the quality of life your dog experiences after these traumatic events. At Family Pet Medical Center, we are a leading Fort Lauderdale animal hospital with a proven reputation...Read More

A balanced diet is an important point for the health of our pets.  Their nutrition is affected by specific factors (age, physiological state, activity), diet (nutrient imbalance, deterioration, pollution, adulteration) of feeding practices implemented in the home (frequency of feeding, feeding method) and environmental factors (space, other animals and quality of the environment). To calculate...Read More

New Pet Tips from Family Pet Medical Center We here at Family Pet Medical Center are happy to provide you with these new pet tips listed below.  We offer a large variety of veterinary services and our highly trained medical team is ready to treat your pet like royalty. 1. Go to the veterinarian Our...Read More

Learn All About Dental Prophylaxis MVZ. MSc. Andres Renato Ordoñez Dental prophylaxis is based on the maintenance of oral hygiene at home when possible and periodontal therapy carried out by the veterinarian. The purpose of the procedure is based on the removal of all the dental plaque, as well as the polishing of each of...Read More

All About Intervertebral Disc Disease By: MVZ. MSc. Andres Renato Ordoñez What is Intervertebral Disc Disease? IVDD is Intervertebral Disc Disease. All dogs’ discs degenerate with age; they lose water, become more fibrous and sometimes mineralized. VDD is a relatively common degenerative condition affecting all types of dogs, although small breeds and long-backed breeds (such...Read More