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Latest News: Dogs

Obesity Causes Diabetes in Dogs & Cats

Did you know that diabetes in dogs and cats is a common illness? Just like with people, certain factors make some pets more likely to develop diabetes. The good news is that a primary factor,...

Posted: February 18, 2019

Canine Care 101: Separation Anxiety

Believe it or not, humans aren’t the only species that get stressed out: dogs have anxiety too! But unlike their two-legged companions, they can’t tell a therapist about it. However,...

Posted: August 15, 2018

4 Ways to Help Your Vision-Impaired Dog

All dogs deserve love, but it goes without saying that a pup with poor eyesight needs extra care. Vision problems can occur for a number of reasons: untreated or persistent illness, accidental...

Posted: June 15, 2018

5 Tips For Trimming Your Dog’s Nails

Why Do I Need to Clip My Dog’s Nails? When it comes to nail hygiene, you and your canine friend have more in common than you may realize. Just as overgrown nails can become bothersome for...

Posted: May 15, 2018

Myths About Heartworms

April is Heartworm Awareness Month, so we'd like to take some time to address some misconceptions that we hear from pet owners regarding heartworm disease and prevention. MYTH | Heartworms are a...

Posted: April 1, 2018

Because Emergencies Don’t Have Office Hours…

Every day we work with clients that have needed to take their pet in for emergency care and realize that this can be a stressful experience – your pet may be hurt and scared and you are having...

Posted: March 1, 2018

Parasites – The Unwanted Guest

Cooties, bugs, worms. No matter what you call them, parasites are the lowest of the low. They suck blood, steal nutrients, and spread disease. They are disgusting, and it’s easy to understand...

Posted: February 16, 2018

What You Need to Know About Canine Flu

As of June 2nd, 2017, the Rollins Animal Disease Lab in Raleigh confirmed the death of a dog due to the canine influenza virus. The dog was from the Raleigh area. Susceptibility and Spread...