Swimming Safety for Dogs

Swimming Safety for Dogs

As we prepare to dive into summer, many of us are thinking about how much we love lakes, the ocean, rivers, ponds, pools, and being on boats. We know quite a few dogs who love these activities, too! So the team at Animal Medical Hospital thought the time was right to share some tips for […]

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Kitty 101: Why do Cats Knead?

Kitty 101: Why do Cats Knead?

Part of the fun of cat ownership is observing the many “uniquely feline behaviors” displayed by our sweet kitties. Stalking, pouncing, fastidious grooming, and tail twitches are just some of the many examples of behaviors we observe in cats but not other pets. Kneading (the rhythmic, alternating push and pull of the front paws against […]

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A Spotlight on Our Pet Emergency Services

A Spotlight on Our Pet Emergency Services

Dealing with a pet emergency is one of the most difficult parts of being a pet owner. Seeing your pet injured or in pain, the confusion of wondering what comes next, and managing the financial aspects can be downright upsetting. Some pet emergencies simply aren’t preventable, but knowing where you can go for pet emergency […]

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Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

You know that unshakable feeling that you’ve forgotten something, like turning off the oven or, like the movie Home Alone, conducting a proper head count? Equally disquieting is the sense that your pet is getting into trouble in your absence or isn’t being cared for in the way they’re accustomed to at home. Pet boarding […]

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Day Camp and Your Dog

Day Camp and Your Dog

Do you have a high-energy dog? Does your dog get bored or lonely during the day? Are you away from home and your dog all day? Day Camp may be just the antidote for your dog and you! Most breeds have been bred to have a job or task, but our busy lives often mean […]

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Hiking and Camping with your Dog

Hiking and Camping with your Dog

Hiking and Camping with your Dog by Dr. Sandy Tisdelle One of the best things about having a dog, for me, is the opportunity to get outdoors with my pet.  North Carolina offers so many trails and mountains and beautiful places to take a short hike or overnight camping trip.  I love bringing my dog so she […]

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Owning a Pet Reptile

Owning a Pet Reptile

Dr Lorraine Pennea Have you ever thought about owning a pet reptile? Many people think  the reptiles that are kept as pets are ‘cool’ to own and sometimes after seeing one up close or handling one people get their hearts set on owning one too.  Some of the more common pet reptiles that people keep […]

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Why do some dogs not interact well with other dogs? By Dr. Kristin Kahdy

Why do some dogs not interact well with other dogs? By Dr. Kristin Kahdy

A lot of dogs are adopted at the age of 6-8 weeks.  They then go into a dog free environment to avoid infectious diseases, due to a weak immune system, until they are fully vaccinated.  However, 6-16 weeks of age prove to be one of the most important socialization periods for young dogs.  This is […]

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Leave it! by Dr. Jessica Cooper

Leave it! by Dr. Jessica Cooper

Dogs are pack animals.  You do not need to “let them be their own person” and “express themselves.”  It’s not good for them.  They feel much more comfortable knowing where they stand in the pecking order of the pack, which needs to be below you.  I don’t care if you teach your dog any other command besides […]

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Rabbit Nutrition by Dr. Ashleigh Rhoades

Rabbit Nutrition by Dr. Ashleigh Rhoades

The most important part of the rabbit’s diet is an unlimited supply of grass hay.  Grass hay provides essential fiber as well as proteins, vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates.  Hay also provides some of the work needed to keep the teeth worn down due to all of the chewing the rabbit needs to do to break […]

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