Wouldn’t it be wonderful to eat whatever you wanted and still lose weight? While many people beyond college-age dream about that, this phenomenon can be a sign of hyperthyroidism, a serious endocrine disease and the most common glandular disorder in cats. Hyperthyroidism is routinely diagnosed in middle-aged to older cats so, if you have an [...]
BOCA RATON, Florida, October 23, 2020, Dr. Boaz Man, DVM has been selected for inclusion in the forthcoming Trademark Top Doctors of America 2020 Honors Edition for demonstrating dedication, leadership and professional excellence. His compassion and expertise set the standard in the industry. He has truly dedicated himself to his profession. Representing the [...]
Nothing is more exciting than welcoming home a new ball of fur that smells of puppy breath. You’re eagerly anticipating puppy snuggles on the couch, games of fetch where your tiny pup trips over their clumsy paws, and fun-filled days with adorable canine antics. What you are not likely anticipating is a hefty emergency veterinary [...]
Dogs can cough for many reasons, from sinus drainage and foreign objects, to bacterial or viral infections. With the COVID-19 threat still lingering, many pet owners worry that their coughing canine companions have contracted the latest coronavirus strain. Take comfort in this recent webinar shared by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), which states [...]
Each year, you schedule a wellness visit for your pet that includes lifestyle-appropriate vaccinations, a thorough physical exam, and routine diagnostic testing to obtain normal values. Part of your furry pal’s routine testing consists of an in-house blood test, known as a 4DX test, which provides crucial information about your dog’s health status by checking [...]
Bella came to us as a new patient 12 days ago with a very abnormal right! Bella's dad came to us after being unable to get an immediate appointment 🗓 with a local veterinary ophthalmologist. Our team @bocamidtownevet was able to diagnose & initiate appropriate medical treatment for Bella prior to her appointment with @animaleyespecialtyclinic [...]
The Cavapoo = a cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel & Poodle. Outgoing, playful, & curious, these pups inherit some of the best traits from both of their parents. Cavapoos go by several names, including Cavadoodle & Cavoodle. Despite their status as a “designer breed”, you can find these mixed breed dogs in shelters [...]
🐶 Boomer’s 📖 started with his Bladder Stones discovered @bocamidtownevet on a routine 🐾 🩺 #vetcheck . Unlike most bladder stones, Boomer’s stones were rare & unusual ! Did you know that only about 5% of all bladder stones are urate stones? Boomer’s urate stones led us to check him for impaired liver function, as [...]
You’re likely familiar with the thorough physical exam and history taking that Dr. Man and our team perform during your pet’s wellness visit at Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital. As your furry pal ages, their visit and medical needs will change as well. While we strongly encourage annual wellness testing to record your pet’s baseline normal [...]
One of the most commonly used diagnostic tests in #vetmedicine is #cytology #pathologyreview Cytology is the examination of cells from the body under a 🔬. In a cytology exam a 🥼 👀 at cells collected from a specimen to see how they look & function. The test commonly checks for #infection #inflammation #cancer or precancerous [...]