What is Heartworm Disease?

What is Heartworm Disease?

Dr. Abigial Brady Heartworm disease is very common in North Carolina and has been diagnosed in all 48 states within the continental US. Heartworm disease is a fatal disease in dogs and cats. Heartworms are spaghetti-like worms that live inside the heart of dogs, cats, and wild mammals such as wolves, coyotes and foxes. When […]

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What is Canine Arthritis?

What is Canine Arthritis?

by Dr. Robert Brady What Is It? Arthritis is a joint problem that can reduce mobility and cause pain. Often seen in older dogs, arthritis can be caused by injury, infection, the body’s own immune system, or developmental problems. The most common form of arthritis is called osteoarthritis (osteo = bone; arthr = joint; itis = inflammation) or degenerative joint disease. Normally, joints […]

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Why does my pet need vaccines?

Why does my pet need vaccines?

Dr. Kerri Blackburn  How do Vaccines Work? Vaccines are a method to teach the body’s immune system how to fight off a disease. A vaccine has parts of a virus or bacteria in it- not the whole bacteria or virus. This is enough for the immune system to recognize that there is an invader present.  The […]

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Why Does My Pet Need Senior Wellness Bloodwork?

Why Does My Pet Need Senior Wellness Bloodwork?

The Importance of Senior Wellness Bloodwork  One of the most frequent questions I receive from pet owners is “Doc, why does my dog need bloodwork?  We just did that last year and everything was normal.”  Senior Wellness Bloodwork semi-annually in our pets is an important part of their physical exam.  Animals age much more rapidly […]

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What is the Fear Free Initiative?

What is the Fear Free Initiative?

Fear Free Initiative: Taking the Pet out of Petrified Dr. Monica Tarantino Fear Free is taking over at AMH and we cannot wait! Let’s face it, we here at AMH love your animals… but they don’t always love us!  The concept that many animals experience anxiety, stress and fear at the vet is driving a […]

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Why Does My Pet Need Fish Oils?

Why Does My Pet Need Fish Oils?

The Little Magic Pill: Fish Oils Dr. Mari-Ashli Foy Itchy skin? Achy joints? Kidney disease? Heart disease? What do all 4 of these medical problems have in common? Studies over the years have shown that with this simple addition to your pets diet, there are numerous benefits to be gained.  On the human side of […]

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7 Things to Know Before Getting a New Puppy

7 Things to Know Before Getting a New Puppy

Dr. Abigail Brady A new puppy is so much fun, and truly such an adventure. Even if you have raised a puppy before, each one comes with its own personality and new challenges each day. Some are cuddly, some never stop running, some chew anything and everything while others are picky and will only eat […]

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Feline Urinary Tract Disease: What Cat Owners Should Know

Feline Urinary Tract Disease: What Cat Owners Should Know

Dr. Lauren Hathaway Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is commonly diagnosed in cats and can have a variety of underlying causes.  As the name implies, this group of disorders involves the structures of the lower urinary tract, including the bladder and urethra (the long tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside […]

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Coping with Pet Loss and Grief

Coping with Pet Loss and Grief

Our animals are a huge part of our lives; they help to make our lives whole.  That’s why losing a pet can feel like losing a part of ourselves. Grieving for your pet and for your loss is normal and understandable; and you should never feel embarrassed or ashamed about your feelings.  It is important […]

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It’s Dog-Gone Hot Outside: 5 Tips for Preventing Heat Stress in Your Dog

It’s Dog-Gone Hot Outside: 5 Tips for Preventing Heat Stress in Your Dog

by Dr. Monica Tarantino Summer is here and we are so excited. We get to spend a lot more time outdoors with our wonderful animals during the warm summer days.  But, there are a lot of things to keep in mind with regards to beating the summertime heat.  Some owners are unaware, heat stroke (a […]

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