Melbourne Beach Animal Hospital

10/22/2026

This is Moo, an 8 week old Schnauzer in for a first puppy exam.

A puppy’s first veterinary exam is essential for ensuring a healthy start in life. A veterinarian will perform a complete physical examination, check for parasites, assess growth and development, and establish a vaccination and deworming schedule. Early visits also allow veterinarians to detect potential health problems, discuss proper nutrition, and provide guidance on behavior and preventive care. Scheduling a veterinary visit within the first week of bringing your puppy home helps protect their health and sets the foundation for a happy, healthy life! 🐶❤🐾

10/21/2026

Overgrown nails in dogs and cats can cause pain, discomfort, and difficulty walking. Signs that nails are too long include clicking sounds on hard floors, nails curling toward the paw pads, limping, changes in posture, broken nails, and excessive licking of the paws. Regular nail trimming helps maintain healthy paws, proper posture, and comfortable movement. When trimming at home, use pet-specific nail clippers and cut only the tips to avoid the sensitive quick, which contains blood vessels and nerves. If nails are severely overgrown, curled into the pads, bleeding, or difficult to trim safely, consult your veterinarian or a professional groomer. Regular nail checks can help prevent injuries and keep your pet comfortable.

https://www.petspiration.com/health-and-care/overgrown-nails-in-dogs-and-cats-7-warning-signs-and-how-to-trim-them-safely

10/20/2026

Our Melbourne Beach Animal Hospital‘s Vet Techs working hard to take care of your babies.

Veterinary technicians are special because they are the compassionate hearts and helping hands of veterinary medicine! ❤️🐾
They provide essential care by monitoring anesthesia, assisting with surgeries, administering medications, collecting lab samples, taking X-rays, and comforting frightened or sick animals. They also educate pet owners, support veterinarians, and advocate for patients who cannot speak for themselves. Their knowledge, patience, dedication, and love for animals make a tremendous difference in every pet’s life.
Veterinary technicians are more than caregivers—they are the voices of the voiceless and the heroes behind healthy, happy pets! 🐶🐱🐰🐭🦔

10/19/2026

Happy Vet Tech week to all of our fantastic techs at Melbourne Beach Animal Hospital. We appreciate and value all that you do for our clients. Thank you! 😊🐾

10/17/2026

This article explains that dogs and cats may hide or stash their food for several reasons, including natural instincts, stress, anxiety, competition with other pets, or being fed more food than they want to eat at once. Dogs may instinctively save food for later, while cats may move food to a place where they feel safer. Pet owners can help by providing consistent feeding schedules, appropriate portion sizes, and a calm, secure eating environment. Understanding your pet’s behavior can help you identify their needs, reduce mealtime stress, and support their overall health and well-being.

https://www.petspiration.com/nutrition/why-dogs-and-cats-hide-their-food-instinct-stress-or-overfeeding?lctg=655fb077cafc3133b8dcc058

The Short Answer: Why Pets Hide Food Dogs and cats may hide, bury, carry away, or “cover” food because of natural instinct, a desire to protect valuable resources, stress around mealtimes, or simply

10/16/2026

A corn snake named Illow that came in to see Dr Finkelstein for a cough and exam. Even reptiles need yearly exams. Make your appointment today!

10/15/2026

The 30-Day Pet Kindness Challenge encourages pet owners and animal lovers to perform one small act of kindness each day to improve the lives of pets, shelter animals, and local wildlife. Simple actions include spending quality time with your pet, providing clean food and water, updating identification tags, offering enrichment activities, and respecting your pet’s personal space. The challenge also promotes helping local shelters, donating supplies, supporting pet food pantries, assisting pet-owning neighbors, and protecting wildlife. The main message is that small acts of compassion can make a big difference in an animal’s happiness, safety, and well-being while creating a kinder, more caring community. Read below to learn more.

 https://www.petspiration.com/lifestyle-and-inspiration/the-30-day-pet-kindness-challenge-small-acts-that-make-life-better-for-your-pet-and-animals-in-your-community?lctg=655fb077cafc3133b8dcc058

**The 30-Day Pet Kindness Challenge: Small Acts That Make Life Better for Your Pet and Animals in Your Community** Kindness Begins With One Small Act The 30-Day Pet Kindness Challenge is a simple in

10/14/2026

Here is Moose after having a walk at work. It is important to give your dogs daily walks

Walking your dog is essential for their physical health, mental stimulation, and overall well-being. Daily walks help maintain a healthy weight, strengthen muscles and joints, improve cardiovascular health, and reduce boredom that can lead to destructive behaviors. Walks also allow dogs to explore new scents, socialize, and experience the world around them. Most importantly, walking together strengthens the bond between you and your pet. A daily walk is more than exercise—it’s an opportunity to keep your dog happy, healthy, and mentally engaged! 🐾

10/13/2026

Look at this beautiful pup that came in to see Dr. Finkelstein at our sister hospital for an exam. Don’t underestimate how important yearly exams can be to your pet. Call and make your appointment today!

10/12/2026

Come out and join us on Halloween, October 31st, from 12 pm-3pm. Costumes, prizes, pets, pumpkin painting and so much more!🎃