Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists of Bohemia

08/02/2024

Come down and visit us this weekend at Summerfest in Sayville! Enter our raffle for a chance to win a cat or dog basket filled with tons of toys and goodies. You will also have a chance to spin the wheel for some other awesome prizes and giveaways! We hope to see you all there! ❤️🐾😊

07/25/2024

🐾 Tips for Optimal Pet Health! 🐾

Weight Management: Monitor your pet's weight regularly and consult your vet if you notice any significant changes. Obesity can lead to numerous health problems.

Microchipping: Ensure your pet is microchipped and that your contact information is up-to-date. It’s a vital step in reuniting with your pet if they get lost.

Hydration Awareness: Watch for signs of dehydration, such as lethargy or dry gums, and encourage your pet to drink water regularly.

Ear Care: Check your pet’s ears for signs of infection or excessive wax buildup.

Mental Stimulation: Provide enrichment activities to keep your pet’s mind sharp. Puzzle toys, training sessions, and new experiences can help.

Safe Environment: Pet-proof your home to protect them from hazards like toxic plants, chemicals, and small objects they might swallow.

Travel Safety: If traveling with your pet, ensure they are safely secured in a carrier or harness and have all necessary documents and medications.

Seasonal Care: Adjust your pet's care routine according to the season. For example, keep them warm in winter and protect them from heatstroke in summer.

Observation Skills: Pay attention to any changes in your pet’s habits, such as eating, drinking, or bathroom routines. Early detection of changes can be crucial.

Preventive Medications: Use medications and treatments as recommended by your vet to prevent heartworm, parasites, and other diseases.

By incorporating these additional tips into your pet care routine, you can help ensure your furry friend remains healthy and happy throughout their life. If you are ever in need we are here for you and your fur baby!

07/24/2024

🐾 Caring for Our Furry Friends: Veterinary Tips! 🐾

As pet owners, we want the best for our beloved companions. Here are some essential tips to ensure your pet's health and happiness:

Regular Check-ups: Just like humans, pets need regular visits to the vet (primary veterinarian) to stay healthy. Schedule annual check-ups to catch any potential issues early.

Vaccinations: Keep your pet's vaccinations up to date to protect them from common diseases. Your primary vet can advise on the necessary vaccines based on your pet's lifestyle.

Nutrition: Feed your pet a balanced diet suitable for their age, size, and health needs. Avoid giving them harmful foods like chocolate, onions, and grapes.

Exercise: Physical activity is crucial for your pet's well-being. Dogs need regular walks, while indoor cats benefit from playtime and interactive toys.

Dental Care: Dental health is often overlooked but essential. Brush your pet's teeth regularly and provide dental treats or toys to promote oral hygiene.

Parasite Control: Protect your pet from fleas, ticks, and worms with preventive medications recommended by your primary vet.

Spaying/Neutering: Consider spaying or neutering your pet. It helps prevent certain health issues and reduces pet overpopulation.

Behavioral Health: Address any behavioral issues early. Consult your vet or a professional trainer if your pet shows signs of anxiety, aggression, or other problems.

Emergency Preparedness: Know where your nearest emergency veterinary clinic is located and have a pet first aid kit on hand.

Love and Attention: Finally, shower your pet with love and attention! Your companionship and care contribute immensely to their overall happiness and well-being.

Remember, a healthy pet is a happy pet! 🐶🐱💕

02/26/2024

Stop by our booth at the LONG ISLAND PET EXPO Saturday 3/2 and Sunday 3/3 and enter to win one of these super gift baskets for your dog or cat!
Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena
1001 Crooked Hill Road
Brentwood

02/21/2024

11/28/2023

I know we're all interested in the most popular baby names but here's a list of the most popular doggie names according to Veterinary Practice News:

The 10 male dog names most popular in the country in 2023 are:

Charlie
Max
Cooper
Milo
Buddy
Teddy
Rocky
Bear
Leo
Duke
For female dogs:

Luna
Bella
Daisy
Lucy
Lily
Lola
Zoe
Sadie
Stella
Bailey

10/05/2023

Cute!!!!!! If you're gonna woof, do it at Atlantic Coast New York!!!!

09/21/2023

Pet Insurance: What Your Clients Need to Know

In the United States, a little less than half of pet owners or 44.4% have insurance. Frankly, if everyone had insurance pets would probably be professionally cared for better and more often, and our businesses would benefit as well. We educate our clients about their pet’s health everyday. Why wouldn’t we also become experts in the different kind of insurance knowing that benefits everyone? This article is a great primer on the key aspects that pet owners need to know.

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In the United States, a little less than half of pet owners or 44.4% have insurance. Frankly, if everyone had insurance pets would probably be professionally cared for better and more often, and our businesses would benefit as well. We educate our clients about their pet’s health everyday. Why wo

09/07/2023

Map shows heartworm rates continue to increase in hot spots, new locations

American Heartworm Society experts emphasize the importance of veterinary practices in prevention efforts

Incidence of heartworm disease has continued to rise not only in previously known hot spots but also in unexpected locations with previously low heartworm rates, according to the 2022 Heartworm Incidence Map from the American Heartworm Society (AHS).

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FROM AVMA / BY COCO LEDERHOUSE American Heartworm Society experts emphasize the importance of veterinary practices in prevention efforts Incidence of heartworm disease has continued to rise not only in previously known hot spots but also in unexpected locations with previously low heartworm

08/31/2023

Cats, children with ASD both benefit from friendship, study shows

We all know the power of a relationship with a pet. We see if everyday in the emotionally charged situations that happen in our practices. Loving a pet enough to provide the ultimate in care is a pretty good indicator. So it is no surprise that this level of powerful emotion can break through the unknown barriers of the human brain, even with those people on the autism spectrum. Although this article is about children and cats, it could well be people in comas with dogs, etc. Animals can be an incredible remedy, yet to be fully tapped.

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We all know the power of a relationship with a pet. We see if everyday in the emotionally charged situations that happen in our practices. Loving a pet enough to provide the ultimate in care is a pretty good indicator. So it is no surprise that this level of powerful emotion can break through the

08/23/2023

Get the CE Credits You Need at ACNY Veterinarians and Licensed Vet Techs Invited

TOPIC: Innovative Orthopedic Surgical Solutions
DATE: Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023
TIME: Event begins 6:30PM Lecture begins 7:00 PM
SPEAKER: Dr. Arnold Lesser, Founder-ACNY, VMD, Diplomate ACVS

Register Now… Limited to 50 Seats
Refreshments will be Served

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Look for Our Other Fall CE Lectures

08/23/2023

Learning to Leverage Your Team

It’s true that most of us went into the veterinary industry because of our love for animals. But we are also running businesses, and let’s face facts, like any business a practice can be tough. One of the best ways to control the issues that we face everyday is to properly allocate the team based on the specifics of the practice… and every practice is different. This article from TVB has some great tips that you can apply to your practice, of course with the individual nuances of your particular practice in mind.

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It’s true that most of us went into the veterinary industry because of our love for animals. But we are also running businesses, and let’s face facts, like any business a practice can be tough. One of the best ways to control the issues that we face everyday is to properly allocate the team base...

08/19/2023

AVMA ALERT:
EPA confirms registration, safety of Seresto collar

Agency asks Elanco to change labeling, reporting, and outreach efforts to maintain approval

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced July 13 that the Seresto flea and tick collar will remain on the market after completing a multi-year review of the pet collar. Comprehensive data from the review showed that these collars continue to meet EPA's standards under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) while providing flea and tick prevention for dogs and cats, and lice control for dogs.

After a multi-year review of the Seresto flea and tick collar, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has limited its current approval of Seresto collar registrations to five years. The company must implement new registration requirements by the next printing of Seresto pet collar labels, which must happen by July 2024.

At the same time, the EPA is requiring Elanco Animal Health, maker of the Seresto collar, to implement additional measures that will alert veterinarians and consumers of potential risks and provide more information about how to prevent and report adverse reactions from Seresto collars. The new measures will also improve the quality of adverse incident data reported to EPA to aid in the continued review of this product, according to the agency.

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed the registration and affirmed the safety profile of the Seresto flea and tick collar after a multi-year review. At the same time, the EPA is requiring Elanco Animal Health, maker of the Seresto collar, to implement additional measures that wil...

08/18/2023

FDA ALERT: Do Not Feed Certain Lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products for Dogs & Cats Due to Salmonella

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets certain lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat and dog food, made by Arrow Reliance Inc., after FDA samples from the lots listed below tested positive for Salmonella.

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs, Lot 9774, manufactured on Jun 13, 2023.

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe for Cats, Lot 9795, manufactured on Jun 28, 2023.

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe for Cats, Lot 9830, manufactured on Jul 19, 2023.

The products are in white and clear plastic packages. The dog food has blue labeling, and the cat food has blue and green labeling. Each package weighs two pounds and consists of four separate units. The lot codes are printed on the front of the lower left unit of the package.

If you have these lots of pet food from Darwin’s Natural Pet Products, or you can’t be sure of the lot code of the products you have, throw them away. Do not feed them to your pets.
The FDA recommended that the manufacturer voluntarily recall these products and notify the public, but the company has not yet done so.

The FDA is issuing this advisory because these lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products cat and dog food pose a significant risk to human and animal health.

Salmonella can affect both human and animal health. People with symptoms of Salmonella infection should consult their health care providers. Consult a veterinarian if your pet has symptoms of Salmonella infection.

08/17/2023

Get the CE Credits You Need at ACNY

Veterinarians and Licensed Vet Techs Invited

TOPIC: Innovative Orthopedic Surgical Solutions
DATE: Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023 TIME: Event begins 6:30PM Lecture begins 7:00 PM
SPEAKER: Dr. Arnold Lesser, Founder-ACNY, VMD, Diplomate ACVS

Register Now… Limited to 50 Seats Refreshments will be Served

https://buff.ly/3KIH3z6

Look for Our Other Fall CE Lectures