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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.


 

What to Do if Your Dog Eats a Sock

Dogs, like toddlers, seem to have a knack for testing the boundaries of safety and good sense by getting themselves into less-than-ideal situations. We can safely rely on children to eventually...

Posted: September 16, 2020

    4 Common Cancers in Dogs

    Cancer is common in dogs, as much as we hate to say it. Our pets are members of our families, so if our dogs get the most dreaded diagnosis, it’s scary. It’s upsetting. Dogs and humans...

    Posted: July 24, 2020

      Is Summer Pavement Too Hot for Dogs’ Paws?

      Dogs need walks—for fitness, for mental well-being, and for bonding time with their people. In the summer, though, even the most fastidious of dog lovers can make one common and painful...

      Posted: July 7, 2020

        Pet Separation Anxiety as COVID-19 Stay Home Orders Lift

        In recent weeks, humans are not the only ones who have been affected by stay-at-home orders. As most of us have been home so much more than usual due to efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19, pets...

        Posted: May 18, 2020

          April is Canine Fitness Month!

          Put your shoes on, grab a leash or a dog toy, and get outside! April is National Canine Fitness Month, and when dogs are involved, fitness is so much more fun. It’s a win-win for us and our...

          Posted: April 3, 2020

            Diseases Spread by Ticks: Ehrlichiosis

            Spring is here, and with the tulips and warm days come pollen, fleas, heartworm-spreading mosquitoes, and...ticks. We’re coming out of an unusually warm winter, so expect to see lots of them!...

            Posted: March 20, 2020

              Bloat. The Scariest Dog Emergency Ever.

              If you’re a large dog owner, you’ve probably heard of bloat or GDV (gastric dilatation volvulus). It’s a life-threatening emergency in which every minute counts. This makes it...

              Posted: March 3, 2020

                Pet Shedding Season is Almost Here!

                Either a Wookiee is hanging out in your house when you aren’t home, or you’re beginning to see the first signs of pet shedding season. Either way, it’s time to arm yourself with...

                Posted: February 17, 2020