Spooky, Creepy, and Crawly Pet Parasites

Spooky, Creepy, and Crawly Pet Parasites

It’s that time of year when things go bump in the night. Spooky jack-o-lanterns, cackling witches, and distant screams make up a lot of the fun around Halloween.  The team at Animal Medical Hospital loves fun scares as much as anyone, but we don’t want them to be because of your four-legged family friends. Pet […]

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Black Cats and Halloween: Beauty, Grace, and Legends Galore

Black Cats and Halloween: Beauty, Grace, and Legends Galore

It’s that time of year again: costume shops have opened, enormous bags of candy take up entire aisles at the grocery store, the smell of pumpkin spiced everything fills the air, and images of black cats (back arched and probably silhouetted against a full moon) are everywhere.  Black cat legends abound, and can be fun […]

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A Cornucopia of Fall Pet Safety Tips

A Cornucopia of Fall Pet Safety Tips

Leaves are changing, the air feels crisp, and the pumpkin flavored treats and beverages are back with a vengeance. It’s easy to overlook pet safety during this beautiful time of year, but the dangers associated with fall may surprise you.  Your friends at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care want to help you keep your […]

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Dogs Who Eat Poop, and How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Litter Box

Dogs Who Eat Poop, and How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Litter Box

As much as we love our dogs, there are things they do that make us cringe. Raiding the bathroom trash can, rolling in dead animals, and licking their own backsides comes to mind. But nothing beats dogs who eat poop. If you’ve been sitting calming on the couch, minding your own business, and been the […]

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Dog Park Etiquette: The Basics

Dog Park Etiquette: The Basics

Summer may be winding down, but we still have plenty of nice weather left in Charlotte and plenty of time left to fit in more outdoor fun with your furry best friend. For many pet owners, dog parks offer a place for their pups to run free, socialize, and get their wiggles out.  Just like […]

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Scooping The Poop: When “Doodie” Calls

Scooping The Poop: When “Doodie” Calls

We may love our pets, but we don’t always love cleaning up after them. Sadly, there is no poop-fairy; so cleaning up pet messes is a crucial part of responsible dog ownership. Scooping the poop not only makes us a good neighbor, it protects the environment and minimizes the spread of disease.  Follow along as […]

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Looking for an Old Friend? It May Be Time to Adopt a Senior Pet

Looking for an Old Friend? It May Be Time to Adopt a Senior Pet

While every life stage has its own unique advantages, a pet’s golden years are likely to be some of the best. They graduated from housebreaking long ago, they know exactly what makes them happy and comfortable, and they provide a calming, supportive presence to any household lucky enough to have them.  There are loads of […]

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Dog Barking Decoded

Dog Barking Decoded

If you have a talkative dog, you may have found yourself wondering (or yelling), “What the heck is all that barking about?” Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care knows that all that yapping can be a little annoying at times, but dog barking is actually a very important part of being canine. The Purpose of […]

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How to Clean Your Dog’s Ears, and Why it’s So Important

How to Clean Your Dog’s Ears, and Why it’s So Important

Much like brushing your dog’s fur, clipping their nails, or cleaning their teeth, ear cleaning is an important part of a dog’s basic grooming regimen. Keeping your dog’s ears clean is essential in keeping infections at bay and allows you to check the ears periodically for signs of trouble. Fortunately, it’s easy to learn how […]

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Leaving Your Dog Home Alone: How Long Is Too Long?

Leaving Your Dog Home Alone: How Long Is Too Long?

There’s a reason dogs are known as our best friends – they’re hard-wired to want to spend time with us. And if we could be with them all day long – well, sign us up! But, if you’re like most, you have obligations outside your home that take you away for all or part of […]

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