Indian Creek Pet Hospital offers general veterinary care in Fort Myers, FL

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PET DENTALCARE BLOG ARTICLES

February is Pet Dental Care Month and Indian Creek Pet Hospital is excited to bring you informative information on your pet's dental health. The link below will bring you to educational articles surrounding the importance of pet dental care. Our pets teeth play a vital part in their overall health, and understanding how to prevent and care for dental disease in your pet is important to their life.  Having annual dental check-ups with your veterinarian is the start of your pet having healthy teeth! If your pet needs a dental check-up, contact us at 239.466.5555.

PET DENTAL CARE MONTH

THE TAIL WAGGER - First Quarter 2025

We are so excited to launch the first of our quarterly newsletters! Just click the button below to view the first quarter edition of The Tail Wagger. We will always have informative and timely information in our newsletters for all of our pet parents. 
Our newsletters will be emailed to our clients, featured here on our QR code, announced on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and we will have printed copies at our front desk for you to take.
We hope you enjoy reading The Tail Wagger!

THE TAIL WAGGER NEWSLETTER

Fill Out Survey HERE

We love being caught at our BEST! We strive to give you and your pet(s) excellent service during every visit. If you catch one or more of us exceeding your expectations in any way, please fill out this short survey to let us know.

Your acknowledgement of our work helps keeps us motivated to continue to provide everyone with the level of service and care that you and your pet(s) not only expect but deserve. 
Thank you!

CATCH ME AT MY BEST SURVEY

MEET DR. NICOLE MURPHY

Meet Dr. Nicole Murphy!  If you are looking for a veterinary clinic with compassionate doctors, contact us at Indian Creek Pet Hospital by calling 239-466-5555 or our website at indiancreekvet.com. We will be happy to have you join the Indian Creek Pet Hospital family!

Learn more about Dr. Murphy by clicking the button below.

DOCTOR SPOTLIGHT!

HOURS OF OPERATION

REQUEST APPOINTMENT

Request Your Pet's Appointment at Indian Creek Pet Hospital!
We aim to make scheduling an appointment as easy and convenient as possible. To request an appointment, you can either: Call Now 239-466-5555 or click on the button below.

REQUEST YOUR PET'S APPOINTMENT

Yappy Hour Info

Come see us on Friday, June 14, 2024 at "Yappy Hour" from 6pm-8pm at Bell Tower Fort Myers. We look forward to seeing you and your furry friends!

YAPPY HOUR

SUMMER PET SAFETY

SUMMER HEAT PET SAFETY TIPS

🌞 KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE IN THE SUMMER HEAT 🌞
At Indian Creek Pet Hospital, we can't stress enough how dangerous and even deadly the Summer heat can be for your pets. We want you and your pets to be able to have a safe and enjoyable Summer, so here are some safety tips for you to follow. Following these safety tips will keep your pets safe and alive through this scorching Summer heat. If you have any questions regarding how to keep your pets safe in the heat, contact us at 239-466-5555. We are always here to help!

Summer Heat Pet Safety Tips

Hot Pavement Warning!

It's that time of year in Florida where the hot summer weather is upon us 🌞
Remember, the pavement/asphalt gets very hot and dangerous to our pets paws 🐾  As the weather gets hotter, it's best to walk your dogs in the early part of the mornings or later at night to avoid the scorching hot pavement. Your dog's paw pads are just as sensitive as the bottom of your feet, so if you can't stand on the pavement in bare feet for at least 7 seconds, your dog can't either. This simple measure will make for an enjoyable and safe walk for both your pet and you 😁 If your dog happens to get burned paw pads, contact your veterinarian right away. 

HOT Pavement WARNING!

NEVER LEAVE PETS IN A CAR UNATTENDED!

⚠ WARNING ⚠
Did you know in the state of Florida it is unlawful to leave your pet in your car unattended?  Leaving pets inside a parked car (ignition on or off) is considered animal cruelty per Florida law. This is because it is dangerous to your pet in many ways, but especially due to heat. As we know, Florida has very hot weather and when it is hot outside, it is even hotter inside your car.  So much so, that your pet's body temperature will heat up very quickly and this can be fatal. Never leave pets unattended inside a parked car, even if the window is cracked open. We invite you to share this information with all of your friends and family, it could save a pet's life 🐾

WARNING! Pets in Unattended Cars

Keep Your Pets Safe During a Hurricane

National Hurricane Preparedness Week: May 5-11, 2024
Living in Florida, you know it is never too soon to prepare for the hurricane season. NOW is a good time to get better prepared before the worst happens. We have so much to prepare for and that includes our pets.  Our pets depend on us to keep them safe. We have included some helpful links with detailed tips and helpful guides on; preparing your pets for a hurricane, keeping them safe during and caring for them after.
ASPCA:
https://www.aspca.org/.../general.../disaster-preparedness
AMERICAN HUMANE:
https://www.americanhumane.org/.../pet-disaster.../
AMERICAN RED CROSS:
https://www.redcross.org/.../pet-disaster-preparedness.html

Pet Hurricane Preparedness

KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE FROM BOFU TOADS

⚠️‼️ BOFU TOADS (aka Cane Toads) are VERY Dangerous to our Pets ⚠️‼️
If you have lived in Florida for a long time you may be well aware of these invasive creatures. If you are new to Florida and do not know about Bofu (or Cane) Toads, PLEASE arm yourself with knowledge on these potentially deadly toads. This species of toad are invasive and non-native of Florida, but more importantly, they are poisonous to our pets. They are more active in the summer months at night when it is warm and wet, however, they seem to be around into the Fall as well. Please read the information in the link provided so you are aware of how to handle these toads should you or your pet see them in your yard.

If your pet gets a hold of a Bofu Toad, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. If your Veterinarian is closed for the day, contact the closest veterinary emergency hospital.

DANGER! Bofu (Cane) Toads

10 Toxic Plants to Pets

10 TOXIC Plants to Pets‼️
It's that time of year in Florida and many other warmer states where we start planting pretty flowers and plants. As you are planning your flower garden, keep in mind your pets, and choose flowers and plants that are safe for them. Here is a list of 10 common plants that are toxic to pets if they ingest them. If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous plant, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) at 888-426-4435. Be sure to also contact your veterinarian right away for further care.

What Plants & Flowers are Toxic to My Pets?

PET HEALTH & WELLNESS

PET DENTAL CARE SERIES

At Indian Creek Pet Hospital, we take your pet's dental health seriously. We have created a short education series on Pet Dental Care for you because good dental health starts at home.  The individual series is on our website, however, we wrapped the whole series up for you in a flyer :-). You can access it by clicking the link below. As always, contact your vet with any questions regarding your pet's dental health.

Pet Dental Care 

How My Pet Gets Heartworm Disease

Heartworm disease is a very serious and deadly disease in pets. It is easily preventable with the proper prevention. If your pet is not on heartworm prevention, contact your veterinarian and they can get them on the proper prevention. Keep your pets safe and healthy.

How Does My Pet Get Heartworm Disease?

Fleas & Ticks, OH MY!

NO! Not Fleas & Ticks 🙀
No one wants to have a flea and tick problem, especially your pet! Though it is a year round issue in areas like Florida, we are getting into the time of year where they get even worse. So, plan accordingly, and be sure your pet is on flea and tick prevention NOW. Don't wait, contact your veterinarian today to get your pet's preventative. There are several different flea and tick preventatives available that your veterinarian can appropriately prescribe for your pet. Your pet will thank you 😽 And you will be much happier with a home with no fleas or ticks taking residency in!

Pet Allergy Season

Pet Allergy Season is Upon Us
Dogs and cats usually manifest their allergies in their skin, ears, eyes, and anal glands (ear infections, skin infections, etc.). Though your pet may have been ok in the past, they can develop allergies over time.  If your pet is experiencing any allergy symptoms such as itchy skin, ears, eyes or respiratory issues; wheezing, sneezing, coughing, contact your veterinarian. Your veterinarian will be able to pinpoint the cause and help your pet with a treatment plan.

Pet Allergies

OH, HAIRBALLS!

🐱ATTENTION Cat Parents, It's National Hairball Awareness Day!🐱
CAT PARENT:  Is that a real day?
YOUR CAT:  Yes, it's a real day!  
CAT PARENT:  Why?
YOUR CAT:  Cuz' it's a REAL THING!
YOUR VETERINARIAN:  National Hairball Awareness Day is a reminder to cat owners to learn a bit more about hairballs and evaluate the health of your cats. Hairballs are caused from ingested hair when cats groom themselves and it collects in their stomachs.
CAT PARENT:  How can I prevent my cat from getting hairballs?
YOUR VETERINARIAN:  Prevention is not entirely possible, however, a good grooming program can help reduce the chances of your cat coughing up a hairball. Your veterinarian may also have some treatment plans that will help your cat with their hairball maintenance. If your cat is a patient at Indian Creek Pet Hospital (or wants to be a new patient with us) and is struggling with hairballs, contact us at 239-466-5555 for an appointment. 