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all about animals Oct 30

Is Your Pet's Halloween Costume Safe?

Recent data suggests more than 75% of pet parents will dress up their pets for Halloween this year. And if you follow our clinic on social media, you probably know this number includes my wife and me....

Zoo Miami Aug 24

Meet the 57th Baby Giraffe Born at Zoo Miami
lion country safari Aug 11

Meet Ruby! Lion Country Safari Welcomes Third Rare Rhino in Less Than a Year

pet care Aug 6

The Rising Cost Of Caring For Pets

It’s no secret that the cost of just about everything has gone up – unfortunately, this includes the cost of veterinary care for your pet. Whether it’s food, vaccines, surgical supplies, lab fee...
Zoo Miami Aug 2

Endangered Clouded Leopard Undergoes Diagnostic Exams at Zoo Miami for Ongoing Health Issues

The Animal Health Team at Zoo Miami has a new patient: “Serai,” an 11-year-old female endangered clouded leopard. After experiencing ongoing vomiting issues, Serai underwent various exams ...
Miami-Dade Jul 6

Lost and Found?: Miami-Dade County Urges Community to Prevent Overcrowded Shelters

While Miami-Dade County Animal Services remains committed to keeping your four-legged family members safe in times of need, they are asking for a little extra help this summer season. During the summe...
Miami-Dade Jun 27

Looking For a Pet? Pets in Miami Dade Shelters Are Looking for a Forever Home

Miami Dade County Animal Shelters are reaching out to potential adopters and fosters who are looking to take in one of their shelter pets. The shelter has taken in more than 1,200 animals in the past ...

Zoo Miami Jun 16

Zoo Miami Euthanizes Injured Sea Turtle

An injured sea turtle was euthanized by medical professionals at Zoo Miami after a CT scan found uncurbable injury to the turtle’s spinal cord. The 80-pound female sea turtle was found floating in a waterway in Coral Gables by Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. Officials say the turtle was injured from a boat strike. The turtle was transpo...
pet care May 15

Toxic Toad Troubles: How to Protect Your Pets From Potential Danger

Sunday, May 15 marks the official beginning of South Florida’s rainy season. For pet parents, this means an increased chance of our pets being sickened by toxic bufo toads. Here’s everything you need to know to keep your pets out of harm’s way. Bufo toads, also known as marine toads or cane toads or more scientifically, Rhinella marina,...
pet care May 15

Toxic Toads May Cause Problems for Pets

Dr. Ian Kupkee shares everything you need to know about toxic toads this season, and how they can potentially be dangerous for your pets.
only on 6 Apr 6

Meet Stryker, the Large, Spotted Cat That Was Caught Roaming Miami Neighborhood

When a video of a large cat roaming a Miami neighborhood alarmed residents, the owner of the rare feline wants to clear the air and let his neighbors know that his pet is not dangerous.
all about animals Mar 28

Helping Your Pets With Spring Allergies

While most people don’t associate South Florida with seasons, one in particular is currently plaguing both pets and people – allergy season. Longer days cause our plants and trees to burst into bloom. While it’s great for the environment and its wild inhabitants, the resulting pollen can wreak havoc on pets – even pets who d...
multimedia Mar 26

Bald Eaglet Rescued in Miami-Dade
all about animals Mar 24

Warning for Miami-Dade Dog Owners: Protect Your Pet from Serious Respiratory Infection

A recent increase in the number of Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex cases across South Florida has one county warning dog owners to be on the lookout. Miami-Dade Animal Services is urging owners to help protect their pets from the spread of the virus by keeping dogs on current vaccine routines, avoiding dog parks or other areas with mu...
pet care Jan 22

A Guide to Sensible Snacking For Pets

Dr. Ian Kupkee, the lead practitioner at Sabal Chase Animal Clinic, shares tips for feeding your pets sensible snacks.
Miami-Dade County Jan 12

Video Shows Officer Rescuing Baby Dolphin Trapped in Fishing Net

Video shows a Miami-Dade officer rescuing a baby dolphin after it was trapped in a fishing net. After several attempts, Officer Nelson Silva — who works in the marine patrol unit — was able to free the marine mammal so it could swim safely in the waters near Shorecrest. The video was posted on the MDPD Twitter page with several...
protecting pets Dec 18, 2021

Protecting Your Pets From Holiday Hazards

The holiday season is here, and celebrations are in full swing. But few things put a damper on the festive spirit like a trip to the emergency veterinary clinic. Here are some tips for avoiding Christmas catastrophes.
Dania Beach Dec 15, 2021

‘Where Did You Guys Come From?': How Wild Monkeys Thrived in Dania Beach for Decades

The group of African vervet monkeys arrived in the swampy patch of forest adjacent to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in the 1940s, after escaping from a breeding facility called the Dania Chimpanzee Farm.
Miami-Dade Dec 1, 2021

Therapy Dogs and Petting Zoo Help Students De-Stress Ahead of Finals

St. Thomas University has employed the help of animals to aid stressed students as finals are set begin. NBC 6’s Claudia DoCampo has the story.
Miami-Dade Nov 22, 2021

Falcons Finding Refuge in Brickell High-Rise Buildings

It has become a “fowl” problem for residents in Brickell high-rise buildings: peregrine falcons migrating for the winter.

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