As the fall season approaches, celebrations such as Halloween and Thanksgiving bring excitement and joy to our homes. But these festivities can pose unique hazards for our beloved pets. 

At Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we’re dedicated to helping you ensure your furry friends stay safe and happy during these holiday seasons.

The state of Florida is no stranger to hurricanes and the havoc they can wreak. When it comes to hurricane preparedness, having a plan in place can help you know what to do during a storm. We’ve put together this list of essential tips for pets to ensure you know how to help your furry friend if a big storm hits. 

Is your pet’s daily routine disrupted by bouts of scratching, licking, sneezing, and wheezing? If so, pet allergies may be to blame. Odessa’s warm climate means that certain allergens can bug our pets year-round, but our team is here to help. At Caring Paws Animal Hospital, we take pet allergies and dermatology seriously. We can pinpoint the culprit that’s pestering your pet and provide the treatment needed to alleviate that nasty itch! Keep reading to learn more about the causes of allergies and what to avoid for allergens as a pet owner.

Treat the pets in your life—both the naughty and the nice—with the latest pet-friendly gifts in our team’s pet gift guide. We’ve curated a collection of trendy and truly fun pet toys and supplies to help you pick the perfect presents for your pets. 

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or another seasonal holiday, Caring Paws Animal Hospital has the wish lists for your pets covered!

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, we find ourselves embracing the cozy feeling of fall. From pumpkin patches to apple picking, the autumn season brings a sense of warmth and joy. Just as we indulge in seasonal delights, our beloved pets can also partake in the festivities with safe and nutritious fall foods. Caring Paws Animal Hospital is here to share some ideas about how you can include your furry companions in the fall fun while maintaining their health and happiness.

A day that’s all about love, affection, devotion, and soul mates is shockingly similar to every other day when you live with a pet, right? We might own our pets, but they own our hearts in a way that seems to surpass many human relationships. They offer unconditional love without complaint, and provide endless snuggles, kisses, and companionship. It’s time to ring in Valentine’s Day with your pet with even more love than you already give.

The sun may not be quite as warm and the day isn’t quite as long, but that doesn’t mean our pets want their routines upended. Keeping pets active year-round is good for their physical and emotional health, and it’s good for their human companions, too!

Our team at Caring Paws Animal Hospital has some suggestions for ways to keep pets busy when winter air descends on Florida.

There are many predatory species in Florida, and even small amphibians, insects, and plants can pose significant threats to a pet’s welfare. To fully assess the myriad risks associated with our flora and fauna, it’s important to remember that some of the stealthiest hunters are not on the ground, growing in the garden, or lurking in the water. Birds of prey are critical members of our ecosystem, but they can quickly and quietly undermine pet safety.

When meteorologists talk about what the weather “feels like” in Florida, they’re combining the temperature with relative humidity. A typical summer day here measures in at, say, 85 degrees. But with a relative humidity of approximately 75%, you should use extreme caution to prevent heat-related illness. Heat exhaustion in pets is a real threat to health and wellness, but certain summer strategies can help prevent serious problems.