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The Truth About the Leptospirosis Vaccine: Why Your City Dog May Be Most at Risk

Toby was a 12-pound, apartment-living, belly-scratch-loving little guy. He didn’t hike. He didn’t camp. He didn’t chase wildlife. But he…

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Deer Ticks, Rising Cases, and Why the Lyme Vaccine Matters More Than Ever

It started like nothing: a healthy two-year-old lab mix just seemed a little tired. Then came the limping — first…

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Traveling Pup? What You Should Know About the Canine Influenza Vaccine

When traveling with your dog, there’s plenty of essentials to pack — treats, toys, travel carrier, and food. Except there’s…

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What You Should Know About the FIV Vaccine — and Why Most Cats Don’t Need It

Bringing home a new rescue kitten can be an exciting time, especially if you have a resident feline that gets…

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Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP): Why We Don’t Recommend the Vaccine

It’s one of the most feared diagnoses in veterinary medicine: FIP — Feline Infectious Peritonitis. When cat owners hear those…

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Vaccinations Save Lives: Why Routine Pet Vaccines Matter More Than Ever

Every pet has a story — from the rescued barn cat who now rules the couch, to the backyard-loving lab…

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Does My Pet Have Allergies?

Have you ever noticed your dog rubbing their face along the carpet like they’re trying to scrub something off… or…

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Flea & Tick Season Has Arrived: What Every Pet Owner in Dubuque Needs to Know

Nobody likes discovering creepy crawlies on their pet—or worse, in their house. Fortunately, protecting your furry friend from fleas, ticks,…

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Why Spay & Neuter Surgeries Matter—for Your Pet and the Community

Let’s talk about something that can truly change your pet’s life (and yours): spay and neuter surgery. You’ve probably heard…

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Because Emergencies Deserve Familiar Care: Why 24/7 Support Is for Our Active Patients

At PetMed of Key West Veterinary Clinic, we know that emergencies never happen on schedule. A sudden illness, an accident,…