Many owners attribute their cat’s decreased desire to play or jump up on the countertops as a normal aging consequence, but most older cats actually have joint disease that makes these movements uncomfortable. Cats with arthritis typically do not show obvious pain signs, such as limping, but you can learn to recognize subtle changes at [...]

Back pain is so highly prevalent in people that you are probably familiar with the debilitating pain from only a minor spinal injury. Dogs are also uniquely predisposed to a specific disease that causes back pain, especially dog breeds with long bodies and short legs.  Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) commonly causes pain in affected dogs, [...]

If your pet is sick or hurt, you don’t want to wait for test results from an outside laboratory or be referred to another practice for further diagnostics. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team knows how upsetting it is when your pet needs veterinary care, and we provide in-house diagnostics to ensure their [...]

When a pet suddenly falls ill or is injured, their owner will generally fit in one of two camps: the type to rush to the nearest veterinarian, or the sort who would rather wait and see if their furry pal improves on their own. While not every sudden change in your pet’s condition requires urgent [...]

North Carolina winters are always surprising—recent years have demonstrated that we’re not immune to snow, ice, and frigid temperatures. These sometimes unanticipated arctic blasts can leave humans and pets unprepared, and at serious risk for winter weather-related injuries. To help your pet avoid common winter health hazards, read our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care [...]

You have baked the Christmas cookies and hung the stockings by the chimney with care, but have you taken precautions to protect your pet? A trip to the veterinary emergency hospital can spoil your holiday cheer. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team wants to help by offering tips to keep your pet safe [...]

Are you looking forward to eating turkey and pumpkin pie? Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and feasting, but the holiday can be dangerous for your pet. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team sees their share of holiday pet emergencies, and we want your to safely enjoy Thanksgiving. Read on about potential [...]

Witnessing your pet having a seizure can be frightening. Seizures are one of the most common neurological disorders reported in dogs, and can affect cats, too. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team wants to help by offering information about seizures in pets and how you should respond if your pet is affected. Pet [...]

Keeping your cat indoors protects them from many dangers, such as infectious diseases, parasites, animal attacks, and being hit by a car, but cats need environmental enrichment to enjoy an optimal quality of life. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team wants to help by providing tips to ensure your indoor cat remains happy. [...]

Preparation is key when it comes to hurricane season, and having a plan for your pet can ensure they stay safe in an emergency. Our Animal Emergency Hospital and Urgent Care team responds to pet owners’ commonly asked questions on how best to prepare your pet for hurricane season.  Question: How can I prepare my [...]