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Latest News: Dog Care

dog wellness and cat health by Falls Village Vet Hospital in Raleigh NCDogs have been human companions for millennia, and they often become such an integral and loved part of our families. They entertain us, console us, greet us, keep us company, and most of all they love us  unconditionally. Our staff at Falls Village Vet Hospital understands the value or you dog, because most of us have dogs of our own! Dog care is of the utmost importance and we are here to help. See below for informative articles about caring for your dog’s health needs.


 

Does Your Dog Have a Torn ACL?

In humans, a torn ACL is a common sports injury caused by a fast pivot or a blow to the knee. Dogs have a similar structure in their knees called the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). This ligament...

Posted: December 31, 2021

Best Pet Training Techniques for Dogs and Cats

Barking, jumping, broken blinds, and chewed shoes can be incredibly frustrating for pet parents. You want to put a stop to undesirable behaviors, but not in a way that harms your relationship with...

Posted: December 15, 2021

5 Dog Behaviors You Should Know

With their expressive faces, sympathetic whines, and knowing looks, pet parents and their pups communicate in a language all their own. You may know your dog’s unique quirks and habits inside...

Posted: October 29, 2021

Luxating Patella in Dogs

You’ve probably heard of a “trick knee” in humans, but did you know that our canine companions can also suffer from chronically dislocating joints? Here is what you need to know...

Posted: September 30, 2021

Why is my dog licking or chewing its paws?

Occasional licking is typical dog behavior. Normal grooming is no cause for concern, but when pet parents notice their pup obsessively lapping and chewing at his paws, it’s time to investigate...

Posted: August 31, 2021

Five Dog Facts That May Surprise You

Our pups never cease to amaze us. They have senses we can barely conceptualize and a perceptiveness in their eyes that often feels distinctly human. If you’re already in awe of your...

Posted: June 16, 2021

What is the lump under my dog’s skin?

One moment, you’re relaxing at home cuddled up with your furbaby, and the next, your stomach drops. When you’re a pet parent, finding a strange lump or bump on your dog can send you...

Posted: May 13, 2021

The First Signs of Parvo

For new pet parents, just the mention of Parvo may inspire dread. Symptoms are known to set in suddenly, and dogs are at the highest risk of death just 24-72 hours from when they first become ill...

Posted: April 16, 2021