by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
If you’ve just brought home a new puppy or kitten, congratulations—and welcome to information overload. Suddenly everyone has advice. Friends. Family. Breeders. The internet. Everyone has strong opinions about food, training, and—very quickly—vaccines. You may be...
by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Dec 26, 2025 | Blog
If your dog suddenly starts limping or seems uncomfortable, it’s natural to reach for whatever pain reliever you would use. And one of the most common questions I hear—both in the clinic and from family and friends out of state—is: “Can I give my dog ibuprofen for...
by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Dec 19, 2025 | Blog
When people think about pain in dogs, they usually picture something obvious—limping, crying, or a yelp when touched. But in real life, that’s often not what pain looks like. Dogs are extremely good at hiding discomfort. In the wild, showing pain makes you a target....
by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Dec 8, 2025 | Blog
Every week we get great questions from pet owners, and today’s comes from Danny, who asks: “If my dog or cat has their whiskers shaved, is that bad for them? And what should I do if it happens?” It’s a great question—partly because whiskers are one of those features...
by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Nov 24, 2025 | Blog
By Dr. Peter Mosites, Mermaid Vet Hospital – Vero Beach, FL One of the most common questions I hear in the exam room is: “Is my dog fat?” It’s an important question — one that, if you’re asking, it’s either because you already suspect the answer, or a close friend (or...
by Mermaid Vet Hospital | Nov 14, 2025 | Blog
There’s an analogy I’ve been using a lot lately when explaining whether a pet really needs a particular treatment or diagnostic test. At its core, my job as a veterinarian is risk management. Almost any medical decision has a chance of working—including doing nothing....
