Halo Animal Hospital

24/12/2024

Reese wins the gingerbread house contest!

Thank you to everyone who voted. We had so much fun with these and the pumpkins!!

23/12/2024

We want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas from Halo!

Just a reminder we will close at 12 tomorrow for Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas, and will resume regular hours on Thursday.

On New Years Eve we will be open until 2:30 and closed on New Years!

13/12/2024

Our gingerbread houses are now up!

Comment your favorite to cast your vote.

Voting ends 12/24 at noon!

26/11/2024

We will be open tomorrow, Wed the 27th, for half a day for medication pickup.
We will be closed Thursday & Friday for Thanksgiving🦃
We will be open Monday Dec. 2nd at our normal hours!

Happy Thanksgiving!

02/11/2024

Trumpkin is the winner!! Slinky was a close 2nd.

Thank you to everyone who voted!

30/10/2024

Thursday the 31st is the last day to vote!

We have a Halloween pumpkin contest going on here at Halo!

Comment to cast your vote on your favorite pumpkin!!🎃

22/10/2024

We have a Halloween pumpkin contest going on here at Halo!

Comment to cast your vote on your favorite pumpkin!!🎃

10/10/2024

We will be open tomorrow, Friday 10/11, from 8 am to 12 pm for all your storm-related pet concerns!

07/10/2024

We will be open until 1:00 pm on Tuesday 10/8. We will be closed Wednesday & Thursday.

Please don't forget your pets during the storm! Please bring inside or to a secure area.

We will try to reopen Friday, pending we have power.

26/09/2024

DOG AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!

This is Skippy, skippy got his name from his love of peanut butter. He is to be a 5-6 month old heeler mix, his current foster found him running along 80 and brought him in to get an exam and vaccines. She is hoping to find a good home for him, with lots of room to roam. He is good with other dogs as he is in a house with multiple. He will be up to date on vaccines and preventatives when and if adopted. If you can’t take him maybe you know someone who can, feel free to share.

15/09/2024

Q&A with Dr. Wendy Perra, DVM: Spinning
Halo Animal Hospital

Dr. Perra received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tuskegee University in 2000. She is a veterinarian in Fort Myers, Florida, who has been the primary veterinarian servicing the Lee County and Hendry County Sheriff’s Office canine units for the past 15 years.

Question: "When should dog “spinning” be seen as a medical problem, rather than a silly behavior?"

Dr. Wendy Perry, DVM: "Many silly behaviors like spinning, tail chasing and air biting can be entertaining, but they also can be symptoms of underlying disease.

Obsessive-compulsive disorders in dogs are common and are a result of neurotransmitter dysfunction in the central nervous system.

OCD can be manifested in many different forms and can have effects on multiple organ systems leaving your fur baby miserable and full of anxiety. The occasional excitement spinning behavior when someone is at the door does not constitute OCD; however, repeating a spinning motion in a relatively uniform sequence with no obvious purpose and is interfering with normal functioning could be labeled as OCD.

Definitively diagnosing OCD as the primary cause of a behavioral disorder is challenging. Physiologic conditions that can cause similar behaviors are generally ruled out first. This would include seizures, primary brain disease, pancreatic disease, hypothyroidism, hepatic encephalopathy or any painful source.

The history is also a vital piece of the puzzle when trying to diagnose OCD behaviors. Repetitive spinning is thought to be associated with excessive kenneling or confinement especially during the early months of a puppy’s life. These dogs often will have exhibited the repetitive behavior as a puppy as a form of play, but as the dog matures play decreases and OCD increases.

Treatment often will require a combination of behavior modification and anti-anxiety medication to effectively manage the disorder. If you suspect your pet is battling OCD, keep a log of their abnormal behaviors and have a frank conversation with your veterinarian about your concerns. They can formulate a therapeutic plan or provide a referral to a veterinary behavioral medicine specialist."

20/06/2024

June is National Adopt a Cat Month!

We have 3 more cats up for adoption! The calico is a girl. The black fluffy one is a girl. And the gray tabby is a boy.

Give us a call at (863) 230-7045, or stop by if interested.

29/04/2024

Update: We have found them homes!

We have 2 male kittens up for adoption! You can give us a call at (863)230-7045, or stop by if interested.

26/12/2023

We will be closed on New Years Day, January 1,2024 and will reopen January 2,2024. Have a safe and happy New Year.

New Year's Eve Safety Tips For Pets
🐶 Create a safe and calm place for your pet
‍The noise of New Year Eve can cause anxiety and stress for your pet. If they're feeling nervous during the celebrations, place them in a familiar and cozy area such as your bedroom. Give them treats, toys and you can even turn on the TV or play music to block out the sound of fireworks.

🐾 Secure your home before leaving your pet
‍If you're going out to celebrate and leaving your pet at home, make sure that everything is secure and do what you can to make your pet feel comfortable. Remove anything that can be harmful and create a space for them to relax.

🥳 Don't forget to celebrate and have fun
‍If you're ringing in the New Year with your furry friend at home, there are a few ways for you to make the night even more special. Bake a few pet-friendly treats, have a movie marathon, play a game with your pet and watch the ball drop together!

We hope that you and your furry friend have a fun & safe New Year Eve celebration, cheers to 2024! 🐶🎉😻

21/12/2023

We will be closed for Christmas Day on December 25 and we will reopen December 26. Happy Holidays from our Staff at Halo