Dogs, like humans, can suffer from allergies, which can manifest in various ways, most commonly as skin and ear infections. If you notice your dog itching excessively or shaking their head frequently, it's crucial to inspect their ears for any abnormalities. If an infection is present, consult your veterinarian for...
Category: For The Dogs
How To Clean Your Dog’s Ears At Home
Meet Benny, the adorable pup we're focusing on today. One of the essential aspects of pet care is ear cleaning. Let’s explore the best methods for keeping your furry friend's ears healthy and infection-free. There are two primary techniques we recommend for this task, and we'll walk you through the...
20 Human Foods Safe for Your Foodie Dog
As pet owners, we often find it difficult to resist those big puppy-dog eyes when our furry companions beg for a taste of what's on our plates. While it's essential to prioritize a balanced and nutritious diet for our canine friends, there are a few human foods that can safely...
Fleas, Ticks & Heartworm – Oh My!
Tips To Keep Your Pet Safe from Fleas, Ticks and Heartworm this Summer and Beyond As the summer sizzles on, it's just as important to keep your pet healthy as it is to take care of yourself. Record heat and consistent rain continues to torch and saturate South Florida this...
New York Magazine’s The Strategist Talks to Dr. Frione About the Best Things for Cleaning Your Dog’s Teeth
New York Magazine’s The Strategist interviewed Plantation veterinarian Dr. Jennifer Frione from Lakeside Animal Hospital to discuss the most effective ways to keep up with your dog's dental hygiene. According to Dr. Frione, the most effective way to keep your dog's teeth clean and healthy is to brush them every...
Newsweek Asks Dr. Frione’s Opinion on Why Dogs Misbehave
Newsweek Asks Dr. Frione's Opinion on Why Dogs Misbehave Newsweek published an article chronicling the top five reasons dogs become disobedient and say all five can be boiled down to the pet's training, or lack thereof. The five reasons Newsweek outlined were: Inconsistent/insufficient training and negative reinforcement Life stages Temperament...
Lakeside Unleashed – Selfie Stick for Your Pup
Let’s face it – you never can get your dog’s good side from your phone, despite the 100 photoshoot sessions you indulge in regularly. Not a problem anymore! For today only, Lakeside Animal Hospital will be giving away the “pooch on a stick” selfie stick to the first 50 lucky...
Dog Anxiety Awareness Week
May 2-8 is Dog Anxiety Awareness Week. Not only dogs, but all pets can suffer from anxiety and it is important to pay attention because they can't tell us with words, only actions. Since they can't help themselves, here's Dr. Frione's advice on the best products and solutions we can...
Remembering the Hero Dogs of 9/11
When the World Trade Center collapsed on September 11, 2001, nearly 10,000 emergency rescue workers joined in the efforts to help. More than 300 of those heroes were dogs.Volunteer firefighters, police officers, and rescue workers as well as their four-legged counterparts from around the world rushed to the aid of...
Daily Paws: “Coton de Tulear”
Daily Paws reporter Hilary Braaksma reached out to Lakeside Animal Hospital's Dr. Jennifer Frione to find out more about the rare dog breed, Coton de Tulear. "Oral praise and a treat can go a long way in training the people-pleasing coton. “They generally are quick to learn and easy to train,” says Jennifer...