PUP-EEZ Professional Pet Care

11/01/2024

⚠️ It's always surprising what pets get into when we're not watching. Make a point to look around your home periodically and correct anything that may be even remotely problematic. Begin with everything that has small batteries or accessible electrical cords. Also, anything with small pieces that could be a choking hazard. Then check for incompatible human food and fruit they could reach if they really tried. Also, enclose any open trash bins in all rooms. Look up all your plants and flowers to check for pet toxicity. Adjusting all those items is a good start!

If you're unsure, please call Pup-Eez to conduct an expert full-home safety check.

A safe home is a happy home.✅️

09/24/2024

Looking to expand your family?
Broward County's shelter is waiving fees October 1-15, 2024.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - Broward County Animal Care is bringing back its “Fall in Love – Empty the Shelter” pet adoption campaign next month.Rea...

07/20/2024

This is a reminder that shaving your pets won't keep them cooler. Please keep them groomed and brushed, but not shaved.

The hair/fur allows air to circulate close to the skin, which helps with evaporative cooling. This evaporation process absorbs heat from the pet's body, cooling the blood vessels in these areas and reducing the pet's body temperature.

Also, the outer coat can reflect sunlight, helping to prevent overheating. 🐾

07/01/2024

Please watch this entire video that I came across, and then rid your home of these potential pet death traps, if you have bins that latch from the top down instead of the bottom up. 😧🐾

06/29/2024

It's *that* time of year again... please prepare early. 🧨🎆

06/14/2024

Sharing this excellent primer regarding the onset of heart disease in dogs.

It is always my advice to start seeing a veterinary cardiologist as soon as a heart murmur is detected. Their expertise is essential to your dog's longevity. ❤️

Is your dog’s heart murmur is harmless or serious? Here's what you need to know about heart murmur in dogs ...

06/13/2024

Massive rains are setting new June records in South Florida. 👀

05/21/2024

Save these dates to save on pet (and other) supplies.🐾🌀

05/14/2024

The subject is... TICKS!😮

Please get into the habit of checking your pups for ticks. Ticks transmit over a dozen diseases in dogs and must be taken seriously.

This article describes proper tick removal on a dog:
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-remove-tick-from-dog/

Place the removed tick in alcohol and/or a ziploc baggie and dispose of it in an outdoor trash bin. Never risk a tick getting loose inside your home.

There are a number of plants you can add to your own outdoor space to prevent ticks from settling in, as described in this article:
https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/7-plants-that-repel-ticks-and-keep-them-away-from-your-yard

As they mention, some of these plants are toxic to dogs, so think carefully about where you place them. It is the smell of these plants that keeps ticks away, so placing them somewhat higher and out-of-reach while dispersing them around your property should be just as effective.

You could also periodically apply a non-chemical yard spray like Wondercide or the organic brand EcoSmart. Even though they're pet safe, it's still a good idea to allow it to dry thoroughly, and also relocate worms, slugs, etc. that may quickly surface before allowing your pets back outside.

But that's just your own property, and dogs can easily get ticks as they are walked around the neighborhood, so you must conduct body checks. Aside from protecting your pet's health, the very last thing you want to do is bring ticks into your home.😮

If your pup is not already taking a flea/tick preventative regularly, please consult with your veterinarian about various products. It's important to also do your own independent research about anything suggested for your dog (BEFORE giving it to your dog), as some dogs are neurologically sensitive to these products, particularly those taken orally. After all, these are essentially insecticides. Study-up so you are aware of the risks and symptoms associated with these products, enabling you to react immediately if a problem arises. The majority of dogs, however, do not experience issues with these products when used as directed.

You can also research the various natural items to give to or spray on your dog that can be effective against ticks. Just be aware they may be less effective and less consistent, and will require more frequent use. Still, they can be very good alternatives for older or sensitive pups. 🐾

05/13/2024

There are many wonderful herbs and supplements your dogs and cats can really benefit from. Pictured below are the most popular in 2024, from Dr. Karen Becker, DVM and Rodney Habib, authors of the wildly popular "Forever Dog" series of books.

You can often find some of these supplements combined into singular products by pet supplement companies. Please research before you buy to confirm the quality and reputation of the products.

Most importantly, always check with your veterinarian and conduct your own independent research prior to giving any supplements to your pets, as some may be contraindicated for pets with certain health conditions.

Basic dosages are noted, but dose and frequency can depend on your specific health goal for your pet. 🐾

05/11/2024

May is 😃
Research shows that companion animals can reduce blood pressure, stress, health care costs, and risk of heart disease among seniors—all while boosting social interaction and physical activity.

Please help a willing senior American adopt a senior pet. ❤️🐾

05/10/2024

You didn't forget Dog Mom's Day, did you?? 🐾 😉

05/03/2024

So important! Put the entire bag of food (including the bag) into the covered container. Never empty the bag of food into the container. 🐾😃

04/17/2024

PSA: Each year, thousands of pets suffocate when they pull a bag off a table or out of the trash, put their heads inside to lick up the crumbs, then can’t get their heads back out of snack or chip bags. As the pet inhales, the bag closes tightly around their face, making it extremely difficult or impossible to breathe. It is so fast that you might even be home with your pet and just stepped out to take a phone call or chat with your neighbor when it happens.

According to a survey of more than 1,300 people whose pets had either died or nearly died this way, 87% of them had never realized bags were a hazard.

Of the incidents, 25% of bags were retrieved from the garbage, 22% from coffee or side tables, and 13% from the kitchen counter.

While you might think that bigger bags (chip, popcorn, etc.) would be easier to escape, these were actually involved 69% of the time.

https://raleighncvet.com/dog-care/chip-bags-can-suffocate-dogs/ #:~:text=Each%20year%2C%20thousands%20of%20pets,of%20snack%20or%20chip%20bags.

04/11/2024

Today is National Pet Day!
🐕🐈‍⬛🐇🦜🐢🐍🦎🐁

Whichever pets you have, show them how much you love them by taking the time to create a home environment that is completely safe for them... and escape-proof!

04/03/2024

Consistently giving your pet a heartworm preventative is absolutely essential. All it takes is one bite by the wrong mosquito, and your pet could become infected. Florida has 16 species of mosquitoes year-round that can act as hosts for heartworm. Prevention of this potentially deadly disease must be a priority for your dog, cat, or ferret... even if they are not outdoors much. We have all gotten mosquito bites inside our homes... they're everywhere here. Please consult your veterinarian to make sure your pet takes the most appropriate preventative for them. Do not purchase from unverified sources as there are counterfeit products circulated worldwide. A prescription is required, along with a quick blood test every year. 🐾

03/10/2024

A reminder to think of your pets as you begin your Spring planting.😉🐾

11/04/2023