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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On Thin Ice: Winter Paw Care To Protect Your Pet 

On Thin Ice: Winter Paw Care To Protect Your Pet 

If you have dogs, staying indoors just because old man winter is rearing his ugly head is not an option. Your dogs need to answer the call of nature, stretch their legs, and occasionally get outside and play!  You’ve probably given some thought about how to best keep your dog safe from winter weather, but […]

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Something Smells Fishy: The Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Pets 

Something Smells Fishy: The Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Pets 

In today’s world of omnipotent cure-alls, such as coconut oil and essential oils, it can be difficult to know what really works, what is all hype, and what has potential hazards associated with it.  One magic cure that Animal Medical Hospital & 24-Hour Urgent Care can get on board with, though, is fish oil. There […]

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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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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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High Pressure: Glaucoma in Dogs

High Pressure: Glaucoma in Dogs

It’s hard to look into your pet’s eyes and not see the pure love and admiration that they have for us, their people. That might be why it is so heartbreaking when our pet patients are suffering from eye problems. Glaucoma in dogs is a relatively common diagnosis and one that can result in the […]

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