Day & Evening Pet Hospital

Veterinarian Palm Harbor

Call: 727-785-7200
511 Magnolia Ave
Palm Harbor, FL 34683

Travel of For Sale Health Certificates

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Whether you have a litter of puppies or kittens you are looking to sell, or you are planning on traveling by plane or by other means within the United States – we are here for your health certificate needs.

The state of Florida requires that all animals being sold have a valid health certificate signed by a licensed veterinarian. Our lower costs help sellers make sure they are providing the public with a healthy pet.

Most airlines require that any pets traveling have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. This ensures that the pet is healthy enough for travel.

Here is an example of what a pet sale health inspection form looks like: Click here

Be sure to check which state you are traveling to, to see if you are required to travel with a pet health certificate.  A good website to check this out is here.

We are here to ensure your pet is healthy, good for travel and healthy enough to sell to another family.  Please come see us if you require this service!  We will make sure your per is up-to-date on vaccinations as well as give him or her a physical exam.

Bacterial Disease You Didn’t Know About

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Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease which can infect dogs and humans.  Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be passed from animals to humans.

This bacteria is spread by rodents, raccoons, opossums and many other mammals.

Leptospirosis is spread through urine, feces and other bodily fluids.

Most environments (including front yards and back yards) are frequented by these wild animals.  Your pets getting   exposed to this disease is more common than once thought.  All dogs should be given this vaccine which can be deadly to both dogs and people.

Our preventative vaccine consists of 2 injections (the second one is given as a “booster” 2-4 weeks after the first injection).  It is then an annual vaccine to ensure consistent protection.

Pet Health Awareness Events – June 2019

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American Humane’s Adopt-a-Cat Month®​

ASPCA’s Adopt a Shelter Cat Month

National Zoo and Aquarium Month​

National Dairy Month

June 2nd – 8th:
Pet Appreciation Week

June 4th:
Hug Your Cat Day

June 8th:
World Oceans Day

June 11th:
World Pet Memorial Day

June 21st:
Take Your Dog to Work Day

Pet Health Awareness – May 2019

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National Service Dog Eye Examination Month

Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

May 3rd
National Specially-abled Pets Day

May 6th-12th
National Pet Week®

May 5th-11th
Be Kind to Animals Week®

May 11th
National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day

May 11th
International Migratory Bird Day

May 17th
Endangered Species Day

May 23rd
International Turtle Day

Lyme Disease

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Lyme disease is a tick borne disease that can be transmitted by only one tick bite.  This disease can affect dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds.  The more time a dog spends outside in areas where ticks are prevalent, the greater the risk!  This disease has been found in every state in the U.S. and in some provinces in Canada.

When clinical signs do develop, they may be transient or recurrent and can include:

  • Fever
  • Decreased appetite
  • Swollen, painful joints (dogs may be reluctant to even move)
  • Lameness–limping which may be mild at first, then worsen.  It may also shift from one leg to another.
  • lethargy
  • Swollen lymph nodes

If you have ever seen a tick on your dog, it absolutely needs vaccination.  Remember, just because you haven’t seen the tick on your dog, it doesn’t necessarily mean he or she has never had a tick.

Our vaccines for Lyme Disease include one shot and then a booster shot 2-4 weeks after the first shot.  The shot is then given yearly.