| Jesi |
| Volunteer Viewpoint |
| 2010.02.23 03:44:36 | |
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It’s amazing how one moment can change your life forever. A lot of people have said that they’re glad 2009 is over – that 2010 will be the year of change. For me, 2009 wasn’t so bad – in some aspects, anyway. It was in early 2009 that I became a volunteer for the Avian Reconditioning Center.
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| Jesi |
| All About Pet Dentistry & Oravet |
| 2010.01.30 03:52:10 | |
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Since February is National Pet Dental Health Awareness Month (Boy, what a mouthful!), we wanted to give you, our readers, a little bit of insight into a great product we use here at Park Avenue Animal Hospital. The month of February is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of dental hygine in pets. Pet owners can achieve good dental health in many ways, outlined in our previous dentistry article. The benefits of dental cleaning and maintaining a healthy mouth vastly outweigh any risk or expense involved. In order to ensure that a professional dental cleaning is as effective as it possibly can be, the Doctors and Staff recommend Oravet. Read more...Tags:
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| Jesi |
| What's Happening at PAAH! |
| 2010.01.30 01:35:11 | |
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2009 went out with a bang and 2010 has started out as a very busy year for the doctors and staff! We are so incredibly thankful to our awesome clients and their pets, and to our rescues for their continued support. We hit the ground running in January and as we wind down the month, I thought I'd take a moment to update the blog and share what's going on around the office. Read more...Tags:
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| Jesi |
| A PAAH Christmas Story |
| 2009.12.22 18:41:11 | |
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'Twas The Night Before Christmas Revised by Dr. Rick Rubinstein
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| Jesi |
| Yappy Holidays! |
| 2009.12.01 03:01:56 | |
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Thanksgiving is behind us already, and Christmas and the coming of the New Year are just around the corner! Can you believe it? The holiday season is here again – amazing how fast a year can go by! Spending time with friends and family is a highlight this time of year and pets are becoming grouped more and more into the ‘family’ label. Of the more than 140 million pets living in homes in America today, well over half are considered ‘family’ and are included in family functions such as photo sessions, signing greeting cards, and family gatherings. Read more...Tags: fall | gift | park avenue animal hospital | cats | dogs | healthy pets | pet ownership | poisoning | veterinarian | companion animals | pet safety
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| rschoenborn |
| The Wild and Crazy Vizsla |
| 2009.11.17 22:35:25 | |
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We became Vizsla owners for the first time in April of this year. We have had a variety of dogs in our lifetime and have found the V to be one of the most endearing dogs we've ever had. Although our Dexter is extremely active and can really be a pain in the posterior, he's one of the funniest and most loving dogs we've had. I have noticed that there are several other Vizslas in or around Apopka, based on pictures on this site, and would love to have a Vizsla meet. Perhaps we could meet some weekend at the Dog Park in Apopka. I can be contacted at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you are interested. Tags:
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| Jesi |
| Be Thankful for Healthy Pets This Thanksgiving! |
| 2009.10.23 18:48:38 | |
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| Jesi |
| Scooter (or maybe Rio) |
| 2009.10.14 15:05:00 | |
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Scooter, by the way, has been tentatively re-named Rio and we actually suspect "he" might be a "she", based on body size and weight. Oops! We'll DNA test him soon and find out for sure, but for now, Scooter/Rio is kind of an 'It'. Anyway. Lousy picture of me, but a great way to capture one of the many triumphant moments we expect to come in the next weeks and months. Read more...Tags:
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| Jesi |
| A Brief Word About Cancer |
| 2009.10.03 02:18:50 | |
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“Cancer” is the name given to an uncontrolled overproduction of abnormal cells in the body. It affects more than just people! In all its many and varied forms, it affects thousands of dogs, cats, and other domestic pets every year, and has been the number one cause of early death in dogs for the past decade. If your pet is diagnosed with cancer, you may find yourself asking “Why?” Unfortunately, the answers are not always readily available. Because of the direct involvement of DNA, some forms of cancer, in some breeds of dogs, can be hereditary. Cancer is also associated with exposure to environmental elements such as smoke, pesticides, and other carcinogens. In other instances, there may not be any rhyme or reason for the development of cancer. Cancer can show up as many different forms of tumors, and is able to take up formation on or within every organ system in the body, as well as within the blood and blood-processing systems. It can be incredibly slow to develop and difficult to detect, or it can be aggressive and cause illness within weeks, or even days. It can stay stationary on one organ, or through a process called metastasis, cancerous cells can move through the body to invade other organs. Treatment can vary depending on the type and stage of cancer, age and general health of your pet. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation are common recommendations to slow or stop the cancer growth process. Cancer is a diagnosis that no pet owner wants to hear, however with advances in diagnostics, surgical procedures, and treatment, cancer does not always have to carry such a grave prognosis anymore. Read more...Tags: canine cancer awareness | lymphoma | osteosarcoma | adenoma | lipoma | tumor | mass | mammary tumor | testicular cancer | prostate cancer
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| Jesi |
| Wear Purple - End Domestic Violence |
| 2009.10.02 19:55:06 | |
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| Jesi |
| A Symbol of America Comes to Visit! |
| 2009.09.15 01:09:36 | |
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It’s no secret that Park Avenue Animal Hospital treats just about every species of small animal under the sun. While dogs and cats make up the majority of pets that are brought to us, we do get to see a good number of exotic animals, including wildlife. On many occasions since our doors opened, we’ve been very blessed to have our services utilized by the Avian Reconditioning Center, a birds of prey rehabilitation and public education facility located in our own Apopka Backyard. Unlike other wildlife rescues, ARC focuses exclusively on hawks, owls, eagles, falcons, kestrels, kites, and other birds of prey. Read more...Tags: Eagles | Owls | Hawks | Kestrels | Kites | Avian Reconditioning Center | Birds of Prey | Raptors | Falconry | Rehabilitation
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| Jesi |
| Lizards and Turtles and Birds - Oh, My! |
| 2009.08.14 03:13:56 | |
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This article was originally posted in the Apopka Chief and the Planter newspapers for the week of August 10, 2009. Since opening its doors to Apopka’s pets in 2008, Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing the gentle bedside manner that owners expect, with the cutting edge medicine pets deserve. While dogs and cats are by far the most popular choice for most pet owners, Doctors John Turgai and Rick Rubinstein have a special place in their hearts for all animals, furry, feathery, or scaly. With over 30 years of combined quality veterinary experience, both doctors have gone well beyond standard veterinary education and practice to further their knowledge of animal care to include reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, birds, guinea pigs, and other exotic small animals. Tags: pet ownership | pets | healthy pets | pet advice | vaccines | cats | dogs | pet safety | birds | companion animals
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| Jesi |
| History of the Golden Retriever |
| 2009.06.10 20:39:36 | |
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Over on our web-board, a great question was posed about the potential for a "Golden Retriever" to be black in color. After doing some research, I posted a lengthy response - I highly recommend checking it out! A portion of the response is posted below... Visit our web board for more! For the modern breed, "GOLDEN" retriever refers to the coat color, which is "golden". That "golden" color can range though, from a deep rusty red to almost white. Still, a golden is a golden... or is it? Many of the established breeds we know today have been descended either purposely or through accidental mixing through the centuries and the Golden Retriever is no stranger to this. The Golden is a relatively "young" breed, having only been established in Scotland in the 1800s. Baron Tweedmouth Sir Dudley Marjoribanks, a Scottish baron and politician, is largely responsible for developing the Golden retriever. He wanted a hunting dog with plenty of stamina, strong swimming ability, with good tracking skills. But hunting being a gentleman's sport at the time, he also wanted a handsome breed that stood out from the rest of the 'pack'.
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| Jesi |
| What do I do about FLEAS?! |
| 2009.06.04 00:19:27 | |
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This is a VERY Common question among pet owners, and unfortunately it's a year-round issue that only gets worse as summer comes around. Since fleas are a perennial problem in Florida, flea prevention needs to be practiced year-round as well. To understand flea prevention, you first have to understand fleas themselves. The most common species of flea seen on pets in Florida is Ctenocephalides Felis, otherwise known as the Cat flea. While cats are a primary host for this pest, they are found on dogs as well. The average life cycle of a flea lasts between 30 and 75 days. In that time, they hatch out and go through a larval and pupae stage before becoming a full-fledged adult flea. This process takes approximately three weeks, however the pupae stage can vary by environment. Flea pupae can lay dormant for up to six months! Read more...Tags: pet advice | dogs | cats | pet safety | companion animals | veterinarian | comfortis | promeris | advantage | multi | advantix | vectra | vectra3d | program
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| Jesi |
| Always On Call for Your Pets |
| 2009.05.22 01:10:03 | |
This article was written by Jessica Wilson for Park Avenue Animal Hospital and published in the Apopka Chief and Planter newspapers for the week of May 18, 2009.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital – Always On Call For Your Pets
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| djmaryadmin |
| Keeping Your Dog Cool In The Summer |
| 2009.05.04 17:05:51 | |
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Summer is typically a time of great family fun and activity. The days are long and warm, the kids are on vacation, and the sun worshipers are out in full force. Unfortunately, the season also brings with it some very specific hazards - sunburn, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Not only are these hazards a threat to your human family, they can endanger the lives of your furry family members as well. As temperatures soar, your dog will need a little attention in order to ensure his safety. Read more...Tags:
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| djmaryadmin |
| What To Expect When Your Dog Is Expecting |
| 2009.05.04 16:28:48 | |
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Are you getting ready for your dog to have puppies? Having a litter of pups sounds like a lot of fun, but there is much work involved. Here are some tips on how to get your dog and you ready for birth. Check with your veterinarian to see what is appropriate for diet. Make sure to feed your dog a high quality diet. You do not need to supplement the diet with vitamins unless it is recommended by your veterinarian. Always follow their recommendations. Your dog may experience symptoms similar to human morning sickness around the third week of pregnancy. If this lasts longer than one week, take your dog to the veterinarian to see if there are any underlying problems. Read more...Tags:
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| Jesi |
| April Fooled...? |
| 2009.04.02 03:04:30 | |
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As we settle into spring, the higher temperatures and increased humidity means that fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes are becoming more active. Flea and The truth behind purchasing your pet’s medication from an online or mail-order retailer may surprise you. Read more...Tags: online pharmacy | pet meds | foster | smith | heartworm prevention | flea prevention | mosquitoes | spring | april | price matching
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| DoctorRick |
| Welcome to March! |
| 2009.03.03 18:55:57 | |
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March is one of the prettiest months in Florida. There are usually no more freezing mornings but the weather is still cool with a little breeze. March is typically the month where we all go out to Home Depot to buy plants to add some color to our frozen, brown yards. We rip out all our dead plants to replace them with vibrant new ones. It’s all very exciting, but it can be hazardous to our pets’ health. Read more...Tags: Aloe plants | Asian Lily | Asparagus fern | Autumn Crocus | Day lily | Easter lily | Emerald Fern | Glory Lily | Hyacinth | Japanese show lily | Lily of the valley | Onion | Orange day lily | Plumosa fern | Stargazer lily | Tiger lily | Tulip | Western Lily | Amaryllis | Barbados Lily | Daffodil Azalea | Rhododendron | Apple | Apricot | Irish | Irish Water Spaniel | Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier | Wheaten Terrier | Kerry Blue Terrier | Irish Blue Terrier | Cork | Kerry | Tipperary | Ireland | Irish Wolfhound | Irish Red Terrier | Irish Setter | Toxic Plants | March
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| djmaryadmin |
| Cocoa Mulch - Is it Bad? |
| 2009.03.01 03:50:42 | |
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The story goes...over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk . Half way through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly. Read more...Tags: cats | dogs | poison | cocoa mulch
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Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of the year around Park Avenue Animal Hospital. It’s a time for families to gather and spend quality time together, a time to celebrate the good things that life brings to us. Being thankful is what Thanksgiving is all about, but being cautious about what your pets eat during this holiday is also critical. The holidays are filled with dangerous threats to your pets, but with a little bit of forward thinking, disaster can be avoided.
I was out with Scooter today and got him all strapped and leashed and we had a nice walk around the ARC property and in our travels we had a MUCH Better picture taken, so i'm fowarding that along to you in case you want to put it up in place of the one that's there on the main page. It's going to be a while before this bird is ready to step out in the public eye but I can't tell you how excited I am that we've made this much progress in just over a week's time. 


Heartworm prevention are important year-round, but in Florida, it is especially important during this time of the year. Often, we as consumers are regaled with commercials on TV and Radio confessing the hassles of going to the vet to pick up your pet’s monthly medication. These commercials discuss having to bring your pet to the vet for a visit, and adding to the expense of travel to the cost of medication.


Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge.