Chicks in a Box

Ever wonder where baby chicks come from?  You’ll be happy to know that baby chicks actually come in the mail. Once hatched, baby chickens have about 3 days worth of nourishment in their bodies. When you PRE-order baby chicks on the Internet, they are shipped almost immediately upon birth. They are shipped in special boxes,

WHY DOES MY DOG NEED DENTAL X-RAYS?

WHY DO DOGS NEED DENTAL X-RAYS Dogs need dental x-rays for the same reason people need dental x-rays: To discover what is hidden from view. Pets cannot say “Hey Doc it hurts right over here”. Veterinarians must just stumble-upon a pet’s dental disease, sometimes with very little help from the patient. However, it is much

senior dog and veterinary pet care in Dunedin, Clearwater and Palm Harbor

Senior Dog Health

Just as elderly people need to be aware of health issues and visit their doctors more often, aging pets benefit from more frequent visits.

Bone Loss, and the argument for teeth cleaning

For a large part of the human population, cleaning of their pet’s teeth is considered a luxury.   It’s assumed that toys and treats can replace the need for regularly scheduled & routine maintenance, performed by a veterinary professional. Bone loss is something that nobody considers when they think about dental health. Pet owners consider cavities

Dog Dentist, Cat Dentist

At DAMC we have specialist veterinarians who focus on every area of your pet’s health. We have veterinarians who specialize in you pet’s teeth!

Bladder Stones in Dogs & Cats

Bladder stones in dogs and cats are more common than many pet owners are willing to accept.  However, there are things you can do to prevent them… or prevent them from returning. Most owners never suspect that their pet has bladder stones.  If they suspect a medical issue, the first thought is urinary tract infection. 

Fully Engorged Tick, after 2 weeks

This fully engorged tick was found on a dog and fell off. It was put in a ziplock bag for two weeks. It’s been in the bag for 2 weeks

The Pain of Losing a Pet

THE PAIN OF LOSING A PET For many people today, their pet is the most important being in their lives. No value can be given for the unconditional love that they give us. Nothing is better than knowing that someone will always be happy to see you, when you arrive home. They impatiently wait for

New Hours

New Hours for Dunedin Animal Medical Center The Covid crisis has created many challenges for us over the last few months. One of them is the ability to find and hire qualified people for our team. Because of this issue, the staff at DAMC have been working later hours and more days, to keep up

Keep Your Dog Calm During Fireworks

Dog Calm During Fireworks – If your dog doesn’t cope well during thunderstorms, there’s a good chance that they are likely to be afraid of fireworks. The good news is that there are steps you can take to help your dog. Here are nine expert-approved tips to prevent your dog from freaking out during fireworks.