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How to Choose the Best Vet in Raleigh for Your Pet

Does the best vet in Raleigh for your dog or cat seem to be hard to find? There are a lot of options and factors to consider. After all, choosing a veterinarian isn’t just about finding a...

Posted: April 16, 2019

    What is Body Condition Score (BCS)?

    Have you heard of a body condition score (BCS) for dogs and cats? It’s a scale that is commonly used by veterinarians and other professionals to rate the overall condition of a pet as it...

    Posted: April 2, 2019

      Can I Use Dog Flea Prevention on My Cat?

      One of the reasons that cats often end up in need of emergency care is simply because of a well-intentioned mistake. Many cat owners have guessed that they could use the same flea and tick prevention...

      Posted: March 4, 2019

      Spay & Neuter to Prevent Cancer & Illness

      You’ve heard it before. “Spay and neuter your pets!” There are several reasons why it’s important, but did you know that your pet’s health is a big one? It’s not...

      Cold Laser Therapy for Arthritis Pain

      Arthritis pain in dogs and cats doesn’t have to mean high doses of prescription pain relievers as the only source of relief. This is good news given that your pet's liver can be affected by...

      Posted: January 3, 2019

      4 Household Foods Toxic to Dogs & Cats

      As much as we sometimes view our pets as human-like and happily to spoil, adore, and talk to them, it is very important to remember that in some regards they have very different biology than we do...

      Posted: December 18, 2018

      4 Facts About Polydactyl Cats aka Thumb Cats

      Polydactyl cats, thumb cats, mitten cats, Hemingway cats, Cardi cats. We’re talking about cats with extra toes, and they have many names. The origin of the word “polydactyl” is...

      Is It Safe to Give Bones to Dogs?

      Family meals, especially around the excess of holiday feasts and gatherings, are often tempting times to share the bones of your leftovers with your dog. But is that a good idea? Even if you...

      Posted: November 21, 2018