Page 12 - Martin Downs Bulletin - February '23

Page 12, Martin Downs

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Treasure Coast Real Estate Preventing Zoonotic Diseases Pets can also transmit skin diseases such as

Report ringworm to humans. Ringworm is actually a fungal
infection that we often see with cats and can produce
lesions on humans as well. This becomes especially
Now Is The Time To Sell Your Home Or important when adopting a new cat and introducing
Condo! it into your home. If there are any skin lesions, it is
By Jim Weix advisable not to introduce them to your other pets
There is a lot of negative (and possibly family members) until you have them
news about real estate sales. evaluated by your veterinarian.
Fortunately, it is based on old Two important diseases that can cause serious
news and doesn’t represent harm and even death in animals and people include
what is happening on the leptospirosis and rabies. Leptospirosis is a bacteria
Treasure Coast right now. that favors wet conditions, such as rivers, streams
You might read that sales and ponds. It is commonly spread through the urine
are down from the same A zoonotic disease is one that can be transmitted of certain wildlife and can affect multiple organs in
month a year ago. However, between animals and humans. With regards to our the body. If your dog comes in contact with wildlife
a year ago we were in a low canine and feline companions, there are several or enjoys being around bodies of water you might talk
inventory and panicked buyer common diseases that we should be aware of and take to your veterinarian about whether vaccinating against
frenzy. Competition for existing homes was driving both asking precautions against especially when bringing a new pet the disease is recommended for your pet.
and selling prices up to unsustainable levels. into your home. The source of infection can be from The most dangerous zoonotic disease that we
That came to a sudden halt when record-low mortgage viruses, bacteria, parasites, etc. encounter is most certainly rabies. Rabies is a virus
interest rates ended. Depending upon which report you read, A common, but easily preventable, zoonotic disease that affects nervous tissue and is almost always fatal,
anywhere from 40 to 75 percent now regret buying a home or source is from fecal matter. Intestinal parasites and which is why vaccinating against the virus is so crucial
condo during those crazy times. Common sense has returned infectious organisms such as roundworms, hookworms in protecting our pets. Even if your pet doesn’t go
to the real estate market. and giardia are spread through fecal matter of dogs outside amongst other pets or wildlife it is still urged
Unrealistic and inflated asking prices are dropping. The and cats. Hookworms can cause cutaneous irritations and required by law. Unfortunately there are reports
inventory of real estate for sale is increasing. And “snowbird” and the roundworms can migrate through the body of rabid animals, such as raccoons or bats making
buyers have returned. The number of showings for properties and even end up in the eye. Fortunately they do not their way indoors. Additionally, sometimes indoor
for sale has increased dramatically. set up residence in our intestinal tracts like they do animals may sneak outdoors unexpectedly. If your
This all points to a market where properly priced homes in dogs. Thankfully, the transmission of these can pet is unprotected, this can be very dangerous. Once
and condos will sell. It also means that if you sell your home be limited by using common sense hygiene such as again, your veterinarian can guide you on the best way
or condo, you should have no problem finding a new address washing hands after handling feces or after an animal to protect your furry family member, and in turn the
at a reasonable price. has licked them. This also becomes important with rest of your family, against transmissible diseases.
Everybody has heard that to sell a home you need to spruce it small children and limiting an animal licking them Established in 1981, Palm City Animal
up, etc. However, a big issue to consider now is the insurability on their face. An important way of limiting the spread Medical Center is dedicated to providing the
of your home if someone wants to buy it. There is nothing worse is to pick up your pet’s stools, whether in a public best possible care for your pets. With focuses on
than having your sale moving right along and then the buyer space or even your yard. You can also prevent your compassionate care in surgery, physical therapy
can’t get homeowner’s insurance. pet from acquiring some common intestinal parasites and rehabilitation, preventative medicine, extensive
It would be a good idea to have a 4-point inspection done. (and therefore spreading to the human population) by diagnostics, and emergency service, Palm City
You should be able to get one for under $200. keeping them on a routine prevention or deworming Animal Medical Center combines exceptional
The inspection will cover the condition of your air schedule. Fortunately most of the new heartworm medical care with a caring philosophy for pets and
conditioning system, electrical, plumbing, and roof. A buyer preventions protect your pet against the intentional their owners. For more information, call (772)
will need to have one done to get insurance and knowing if worms and have greatly cut down on the intestinal 283-0920, visit www.palmcityanimalmedicalcenter.
there are any issues ahead of time will allow you to address parasite problem. Your veterinarian can talk with you com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
them in advance. The biggest issues seem to be polybutylene about what will work best for your pet. PalmCityAnimalClinic.
plumbing, which was widely used between 1978 and mid-1995,
and the age of the roof.
Marketing your home or condo properly is also more
important than ever. Most buyers want to see a virtual tour of
homes or condos, before deciding to go to see it. The days of
buyers spending the day with an agent and looking at a dozen
properties, most of which they know they wouldn’t buy the
minute that they walk through the front door, are long gone.
This means that you must have good-quality photos.
However, if you expect your agent to spend money on
professional photos, you need to do your part. Your agent can
help you, but obviously, things like unmade beds, cluttered
kitchen counters, dirty dishes in the sink, and bath towels on
the floor, will not present your property well. Call us for a FREE Home Watch Consultation!
Feel free to call me if you would like to discuss your options. 772-288-0972
I can be reached at (772) 341-2941 or jimweix@jimweix.com. Also offering concierge services
Jim Weix is a broker associate with The Keyes Company. Jim
has 25 years of experience selling real estate full-time. If you 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd, Ste. 181 info@acuityhomewatch.com
have questions or want the services of an experienced expert, Palm City, FL 34990 acuityhomewatch.com
you can reach Jim at (772) 341-2941 or jimweix@jimweix.com.

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