All About the Veterinary Services We Offer to Our Pet Families 

All About the Veterinary Services We Offer to Our Pet Families 

We so appreciate the fact that you follow our blog, whether you are a current client or someone who simply reads us for information and enjoyment. It is our goal to provide great information and resources that keep you informed about the latest in pet health and wellness. But did you know that Animal Medical […]

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Avoid A Fright On Halloween Night

Avoid A Fright On Halloween Night

By Dr. Jenkins Halloween is just around the corner, and although it can be a fun and exciting time of the year for your family, it can pose great risks for your pets! We at Animal Medical Hospital have compiled tips to help everyone have a safe and happy Halloween together. Beware the Candy Those […]

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Why spay or neuter?

Why spay or neuter?

Neutering is a sterile surgical procedure that involves removing both testicles from a male pet. Spaying refers to the operation where the ovaries and uterine horns are surgically removed from a female pet. It is recommended to spay and neuter your pets between 5 and 8 months of age, before they reach sexual maturity. This […]

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February is National Pet Dental Health Month

February is National Pet Dental Health Month

 Studies have shown that a healthy mouth can actually add years to your pet’s life.  80% of dogs and 70% of cats will have some form of dental disease before they turn three.  Dental problems don’t just affect the mouth, either.  Dental disease can have adverse effects on the heart, kidneys, and other major organs.  […]

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November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

Cancer is the #1 disease related killer of pets.  Fortunately, with an increase in pet cancer awareness and newly available treatment options, more pets are surviving this life-threatening disease than ever before. November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month.  Be aware of these early pet cancer warning signs: Abnormal swellings that persist and grow Sores that […]

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Rabies: A Fatal Disease That Affects People Too

Rabies: A Fatal Disease That Affects People Too

Rabies is a generally fatal viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can infect all warm-blooded animals, including humans.  The virus lives in the saliva, and animals can contract rabies from a bite from an infected animal.  In Europe, foxes are the main reservoir while in North America the skunk, fox, raccoon and […]

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Serving Charlotte’s Pets Since 1983: Animal Medical Hospital’s Roots

Serving Charlotte’s Pets Since 1983: Animal Medical Hospital’s Roots

Dr. Richard Coe and Dr. Susan Coe, both graduates of Auburn University, established Animal Medical Hospital in 1983. After moving to Charlotte, North Carolina, they bought a 50-year-old home on Monroe Road and refurbished it as Animal Medical Hospital. By 1992, the practice had outgrown the space and it was replaced with a brand new […]

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