What You Should Do if Your Pet Has Fleas or Ticks

What You Should Do if Your Pet Has Fleas or Ticks

Fleas, ticks, and other parasites are terrible hosts for your pet. Not only do they create havoc on the skin and cause a variety of serious diseases, they are also problems for human family members. This is because what they carry can be zoonotic, meaning that they can pass the disease on to humans. Aside […]

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These DIY Cat Toys Might Just Impress Your Fluffy Highness 

These DIY Cat Toys Might Just Impress Your Fluffy Highness 

When it comes to cats, you never know what their reaction will be. You could present them with a lifetime supply of tuna treats (you know, the ones they begged for yesterday), and instead of rewarding you with extra affection your cat won’t even look at you. Alternatively, you might have a stack of boxes […]

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How to Deal with Dog Car Sickness 

How to Deal with Dog Car Sickness 

The intense bond between humans and dogs goes back at least 15,000 years, so it’s not surprising there are quite a few similarities between the two species. For example, both are social animals who love food and communicate through body language and facial expression.  Among the not-so-pleasant characteristics we have in common is the capacity […]

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Sir Hurricane Barksalot: Stopping Destructive Pets 

Sir Hurricane Barksalot: Stopping Destructive Pets 

If you have had a pet destroy your sneakers, obliterate your television remote, or shed your furniture, you aren’t alone. Animals, as endearing as they are, can be a bit inconsiderate. Destructive pets can be a problem for your home and a danger to themselves. Thankfully there are some things that you can do to […]

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Welcome Home! Preparing for a New Pet 

Welcome Home! Preparing for a New Pet 

There are few things more exciting in life than welcoming a new being into your home, be it two-legged or four.  While bringing home two-legged babies is outside of our level of expertise at Animal Medical Hospital, we have all of the best tips for bringing home a furry one! Read on to be sure […]

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Rounding Up Our Best Pet Blogs of 2019 

Rounding Up Our Best Pet Blogs of 2019 

Has 2019 been a whirlwind year for you, too? It seems like we are busy, busy all of the time, so we understand that catching up on reading seems impossible. One of the benefits of pet blogging is that we can disseminate quality, relevant blogs about pet health and wellness in a succinct way. Topics […]

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Cracking the Code: How to Read Your Dog’s Body Language 

Cracking the Code: How to Read Your Dog’s Body Language 

Do you ever wonder what your pup’s thinking when they perk up their ears, or suddenly wag and stick up their tail when a new dog comes along? I think most dog owners agree that their pets are very expressive, but what they are thinking is still a mystery to most. The team at Animal […]

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Making Informed Decisions About CBD Oil for Pets 

Making Informed Decisions About CBD Oil for Pets 

There is a lot of buzz about CBD oil for pets. With the passage of the Farm Bill in 2018, and with many states adding laws about the legality of hemp-derived CBD (North Carolina is still pretty vague on its stance), it is now a fairly accessible substance that seems to have everyone talking. A […]

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The Hypoallergenic Pet: Fact or Fiction? 

The Hypoallergenic Pet: Fact or Fiction? 

If you are an allergy sufferer, you may have wondered if there are truly dogs or cats and that don’t cause an allergic reaction. Is this just an urban myth, or is there any truth to it?  As a pet lover who also has allergies, the quest for a pet that won’t make you sneeze […]

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Best Friends Forever: Safety Between Kids and Pets

Best Friends Forever: Safety Between Kids and Pets

When it comes to kids and pets, the two seem to be inseparable. Growing up with a furry friend is something many of us cherish from our childhoods, and it’s wonderful to see our kids have the same experience. But there are some things to consider when the two mix, and that is safety. The […]

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