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Latest News: Illness & Disease

Protect Your Dog from Raleigh Wildlife Encounters

Wildlife encounters can happen in urban, suburban, and rural environments alike. Protect your dog by keeping vaccinations up to date and learning how to avoid conflicts with wild animals. When...

Posted: June 30, 2026

Do NC Dogs Need the Lepto Vaccine?

The short answer: Leptospirosis is on the rise in North Carolina, and many dogs can benefit from the lepto vaccine, regardless of their direct exposure to wildlife. Pet parents know to stay...

Posted: May 30, 2026

Seizures in Dogs: What to Do Before, During, and After

Seizures in dogs are frightening for pet parents, but proactive trigger management and an effective safety plan can greatly improve outcomes. Whether your pet has a medical condition that makes...

Posted: April 30, 2026

Urinary Blockages in Male Cats Are an Emergency

Urinary blockages are one of the most serious and time-sensitive emergencies veterinarians see in cats. For male cats in particular, what may appear to be litter box trouble can become...

Posted: February 15, 2026

Blood in Your Cat’s Stool: What Does it Mean?

Noticing blood in your cat’s litter box can be quite alarming. While some causes are minor and easily treatable, others may signal a more serious medical condition that needs prompt attention...

Posted: January 15, 2026

Early Signs of Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Hyperthyroidism is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions in older cats, and it can creep up so gradually that even doting pet parents may miss the early warning signs. Because thyroid...

Posted: November 15, 2025

Why Does My Cat Throw Up After Eating?

Has your cat ever enthusiastically finished a meal only to throw it up a few moments later? The occasional incident is almost an inevitable part of life for cat parents, but it’s a myth that...

Posted: September 15, 2025

What You Need to Know About Feline Herpesvirus

Contagious and incurable, feline herpesvirus certainly sounds scary. In reality, the condition is extremely common and, when properly managed, need not impact your cat’s quality of life...

Posted: July 15, 2025