Dr. Kathy's Vet Care

Dr. Kathy's Vet Care 🐾 Compassionate veterinary care with a personal touch since 2017. Proudly independent & locally owned, caring for pets like family every step of the way. 🐶🐱💚

🌞🐾 Too Hot to Zoom? Try This InsteadWhen the temps rise, your pet doesn’t have to! 😅Hot days call for low-energy enrichm...
06/05/2026

🌞🐾 Too Hot to Zoom? Try This Instead

When the temps rise, your pet doesn’t have to! 😅

Hot days call for low-energy enrichment—aka fun that doesn’t require a full sprint around the yard.

Think:
Frozen treats 🧊
Snuffle mats & puzzle toys 🧠
Short training sessions indoors 🎾
A/C lounging with a favorite toy or chewy treat 😌

Mental stimulation can be just as satisfying as physical exercise (and way safer in the heat).

Because sometimes the best summer activity… is staying cool and slightly entertained. 💛

❓ “How can I help my pet stay calm during fireworks and summer storms?”🐾 Dr. Kathy recommends preparing early with calmi...
06/04/2026

❓ “How can I help my pet stay calm during fireworks and summer storms?”

🐾 Dr. Kathy recommends preparing early with calming support products like ThunderEase, VetriScience Composure, and Feliway — all 15% OFF during June!

Planning ahead can help reduce anxiety, prevent stress-related behaviors, and keep your pet feeling secure during loud summer events.

📞 Call (727) 317-0099 to learn which calming option may work best for your pet.

💬 Question: Have you tried calming products for your pet before?

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☀️🐾 Show Us Your Pet’s Summer Body (Fluff Included)Beach bod? Never heard of her.We’re all about the snack bod, nap bod,...
06/03/2026

☀️🐾 Show Us Your Pet’s Summer Body (Fluff Included)

Beach bod? Never heard of her.
We’re all about the snack bod, nap bod, and floof bod around here. 😎

Whether your pet is rocking a fresh summer trim or their full, fabulous fluff—every body is a summer body.

Bonus points for muddy noses, wet paws, and post-zoomie hair. 😂

Drop your pet’s summer look below—we’re ready to admire the fluff. 💛

Swimming is a great way for dogs to cool off and get exercise—but a little prep goes a long way in keeping it safe. 🌊🐶No...
06/01/2026

Swimming is a great way for dogs to cool off and get exercise—but a little prep goes a long way in keeping it safe. 🌊🐶

Not all dogs are natural swimmers, so always supervise and consider a life jacket—especially in open water.

After the fun, don’t forget about their ears.
Water trapped in the ear canal can lead to irritation or infections (aka “swimmer’s ear”), especially in dogs who swim often or have floppy ears.

A quick ear check and gentle drying after swimming can help prevent discomfort later on.

And as always—fresh water, shaded breaks, and a rinse-off help keep your pup happy and healthy.

Because the goal is simple: more splashing, less stressing. 💛

🎆 Big booms don’t have to mean big stress for your pets. 🐾Fireworks, thunderstorms, and summer celebrations can trigger ...
06/01/2026

🎆 Big booms don’t have to mean big stress for your pets. 🐾

Fireworks, thunderstorms, and summer celebrations can trigger anxiety in both dogs and cats — but preparing early can make a huge difference.

✨ June Special: Save 15% on select calming products, including ThunderEase, VetriScience Composure, and Feliway.

Dr. Kathy can help you choose the best calming support for your pet before the noise starts.

📞 Call (727) 317-0099 or shop online anytime.
🛒 https://drkathys.covetruspharmacy.com/search/calming

💬 Question: Does your pet hide, shake, or pace during fireworks or storms?

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🐾💡 10 Seconds Now… or $$$ Later?Sometimes the smallest habits make the biggest difference when it comes to your pet’s he...
05/29/2026

🐾💡 10 Seconds Now… or $$$ Later?

Sometimes the smallest habits make the biggest difference when it comes to your pet’s health—and your wallet.

⏱️ 10 seconds:
A quick paw check after a walk
Refilling monthly preventatives
Noticing a small change in behavior

💸 Can save you:
Treating an infected paw
Dealing with preventable parasites
Managing a bigger issue that started small

Preventive care isn’t just about health—it’s about catching things early, when they’re simpler (and less expensive) to manage.

Because a few seconds of attention today can help avoid a much bigger problem tomorrow. 💛

05/27/2026

🐾⏳ Why Do Pets Age So Fast?! (Dog Years vs. Cat Years)

We’ve all heard “1 dog year = 7 human years”… and maybe wondered—what about cats? 😅

🐱 Cats age fast early on
Year 1 ≈ 15 human years
Year 2 ≈ 24 human years
After that, each year ≈ 4 human years

🐶 Dogs aren’t one-size-fits-all
They also age quickly at first—but size matters:

Small dogs:
Year 1 ≈ 15 → Year 2 ≈ 24 → then ~4–5/year

Medium dogs:
Year 1 ≈ 15 → Year 2 ≈ 24 → then ~5–6/year

Large/giant dogs:
Year 1 ≈ 15 → Year 2 ≈ 24 → then ~7–8+/year

So… why do they age faster?

Pets go through rapid growth and development early in life—their bodies mature much faster than ours. For dogs, especially larger breeds, faster growth and higher metabolic demands can also contribute to earlier aging and shorter lifespans.

🐾 Welcome to Dr. Kathy’s Veterinary Care! 🧡💚We are proud to be independently and locally owned, serving pets and familie...
05/27/2026

🐾 Welcome to Dr. Kathy’s Veterinary Care! 🧡💚

We are proud to be independently and locally owned, serving pets and families in our community since 2017.

At our practice, your pets are more than patients — they’re family. From wellness care to life’s biggest adventures, we’re here to provide compassionate, personalized veterinary care every step of the way.

Thank you for supporting local and trusting us with your furry family members. We look forward to caring for your pets for many years to come! 🐶🐱

💚 Healthy Pets, Safe Homes, Peace of MindHurricane season in Florida can change everything in a moment—and even the most...
05/26/2026

💚 Healthy Pets, Safe Homes, Peace of Mind
Hurricane season in Florida can change everything in a moment—and even the most prepared pet parents can face unexpected separation during an emergency.

That’s why having a plan—and making sure your pet has permanent identification—is so important.
✨ May Special at Dr. Kathy’s Veterinary Care:
🐾 $20 OFF Microchipping (all month long!)

A microchip is:
✔ Quick & safe
✔ Permanent ID that can’t fall off
✔ The fastest way to reunite you with your pet
If your pet is ever lost and brought to a shelter or veterinary clinic, a simple scan can help bring them safely back home.

Preparation now = protection later 💚
📞 Call 727-317-0099 to schedule your pet’s microchip today.

💬 Question: What’s one thing you’ve done to prepare your pet for hurricane season?

Save this post for later and share it with another Florida pet parent 🐶🐱

Address

14100 Walsingham Road, Unit 34
Largo, FL
33774

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+17273170099

Website

https://drkathys.covetruspharmacy.com/

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