FAQ's

Whether in the Estates or the Cape, I will try to bring the best care to your pet, although there are some circumstances, where it is best to see the patient in the hospital. Pets being presented in the clinic setting automatically have access to radiographic equipment, laboratory testing, as well as a surgical suite. Scheduling an appointment with the hospital can make all the difference in successful treatment for your pet. But situations may also arise, requiring veterinarians to see patients during a house call. House calls offer the patient expert treatment in the comfort of their home. Please call us to learn if you pet's needs can be met during a house call or better attended to in our hospital. We also offer pick up and delivery of pets to our hospital. Please ask our friendly staff about our "drop your pet off" option when scheduling your appointment. You may run your errands, pick up the children, all while your pet is being cared for by the All Animals Clinic Doctor and staff.

The most difficult thing to watch is our furry friend itching without it seems, a moment of rest. Sometimes this problem can even be cause for our own sleepless nights when our pet shares our room and even our bed. Florida's climate allows for parasites such as fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and mites to be present and active year round. Year round flea and tick prevention is a must. Some pets may become allergic to the bite of the fleas and ticks. Florida's climate is one that has pollens, molds and fungus present year round, and pets can be allergic to these environmental factors. Symptoms of allergies may appear as discharge from the eyes and nose, reddened painful ears with sores and discharge. Allergies affect the hair coat with hair loss, pustules, and round lesions. Allergies can also cause dullness of the hair coat and patchy shedding. Your pet may also lose its bright playful disposition as most of your pet's time may be spent itching. Your pet can be very itchy, further damaging the skin allowing for secondary bacterial or fungal infections to be introduced from the environment. Allergies may be compounded and worsened by bacterial and fungal infections. Allergic pets may also be allergic to food, additives, and dyes. These allergies may have symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and skin irritations.

To spay or neuter our furry friends is a question all of us may ask during the first few months of life. By spaying and neutering your pets you will help to control the overpopulation and eventual destruction of many unadopted companion animals. Spaying the female cat or dog before the first heat cycle prevents pet overpopulation, but also greatly reduces the risk of ovarian cancer. Neutering the male pet will lower the incidents of prostate cancer, aggression, and unwanted straying.

The best way to get the authorities involved in finding your pet is to contact Domestic Animal Services. Domestic Animal Services web site list pets that have been recently found, and ones already up for adoption. Petfinder.com is also a great resource to get the community informed about your, missing pet. Posting photos and rewards for your lost pet can help you to be reunited. Having a microchip implanted in your pet will help identify any lost animal once it reaches the safety of an animal shelter. A microchip can permanently identify your pet because it is implanted under the skin in a procedure that injects it in place. Implanting a microchip is quick and will insure that your beloved pet has a better chance of returning to you.

Care of a chronically ill pet may be done at home depending on the illness and severity of the condition. Guidance in selecting an appropriate diet is most important. Elderly pets have different nutritional needs, and maintaining the balance is a delicate part of home care. Home care for diabetic patients might include. Home care for pets with paralysis may include physical therapy. Massage of the abdomen, and expression of the bladder may be necessary to encourage elimination. Home care for kidney patients may include supplemental neutraceuticals that would clear toxins from the body and fluids given on a regular basis. Home care for puppies and kittens might include hand feeding with a specialized formula and temperature regulation. Dr. Andreoli can help set up a home care program as needed for your pet's care. 

There are a number of training guides available online and at the library. Pets may not house train for a variety of reasons. House training problems may be due to distractions, diet, or behavioral issues. However, sometimes house training difficulties can be caused by medical problems. A trainer may be necessary in more difficult house training problems. 

Some older dogs can experience forms of confusion or dementia. Mental confusion or dementia can be caused by many reasons such as aging, medical problems and medications. To check for dementia or mental confusion a variety of tests and observations can be used. There are several medications available for dementia or mental confusion.