The Ins and Outs of Kennel Cough: Protecting Your Pet

The Ins and Outs of Kennel Cough: Protecting Your Pet

On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… eight dogs a- coughing? If you board your pet with any frequency you probably are aware of kennel cough, a highly contagious disease that can spread rapidly in a kennel environment. If you are planning to board your pet over the holidays, or […]

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The Power of Winter Pet Gear

The Power of Winter Pet Gear

While we certainly can’t compete with Maine or Minnesota, our winter temperatures can feel downright frosty. We temper these seasonal dips with an insulating base layer or winter jacket that cuts the cold, wind, and rain, but animals don’t have the luxury of dressing for the weather. Sure, some pets respond in kind with a […]

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Open the Door to Pet Health and Longevity with Pet Vaccinations

Open the Door to Pet Health and Longevity with Pet Vaccinations

We all know our pets need vaccinations, and those who attend regularly scheduled wellness exams are likely up-to-date on important immunizations. Because vaccinations are designed to protect your pet against infectious diseases that could be fatal (or at least greatly diminish quality of life), they’re considered essential components of overall pet care. However, there’s a […]

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A Proactive Approach to Holiday Pet Safety Could Make All the Difference

A Proactive Approach to Holiday Pet Safety Could Make All the Difference

Whether you’re headed to Gingerbread Lane at the Ballantyne Hotel, the Nutcracker at the Charlotte Ballet, or Christmas Town USA, there’s no shortage of seasonal delights. Some very well-behaved dogs may thoroughly enjoy going with their owners to holiday events, but for safety’s sake, many pets remain at home. Either way, animals are increasingly exposed […]

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Holiday Pet Safety You Can Count On

Holiday Pet Safety You Can Count On

With Halloween over, many of us turn our thoughts to the upcoming holiday season. Who will host? What will we serve? Is it too early to start playing holiday music? Although we can’t help with everything on your to-do list, the team at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care is happy to provide some tips […]

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Why Do Dogs Pee When Excited? 

Why Do Dogs Pee When Excited? 

Remember that time that you got so excited you piddled on the floor? No? While urinating out of sheer joy is not something humans normally do, many dogs pee when excited on a regular basis. While it may seem like a strange behavior, there is a method to the madness and, as usual, Animal Medical […]

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Ask a Vet: Why Do Dogs Lick Everything?

Ask a Vet: Why Do Dogs Lick Everything?

Whether your dog seems to lick every surface in sight or they simply provide a wet kiss on the hand when you walk in the door, dogs and licking just seem to go together. While some find this canine trait cute, others think it’s annoying or downright disgusting. Either way, it can be a hard […]

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High Alert: Halloween Pet Safety Precautions

High Alert: Halloween Pet Safety Precautions

Wouldn’t it be great if, instead of chocolate bars, dog biscuits were given to trick-or-treaters? While this wouldn’t go over so well with the 12 and under set, it would make Halloween a lot safer for our canine friends. Until this unlikely scenario becomes a reality, however, you can still meet your goals for Halloween […]

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A Cautionary Tail About Home Remedies for Pets

A Cautionary Tail About Home Remedies for Pets

While we all love our furry critters and want to do what is right for them, it is too easy to read an article on the Internet and cause more harm than good. Dr. Google is full of do-it-yourself answers, many of which are not really all that effective. Worse yet, there are some that […]

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Understanding the Gigantic Pet Food Industry

Understanding the Gigantic Pet Food Industry

It’s a common scenario: pet owners peruse the seemingly endless aisles of pet food not entirely sure which ones would actually benefit the health and wellness of their best friends. There’s grain-free. There’s organic. There are interesting ingredients like kangaroo, ostrich, blueberry, and artichoke (to say nothing of the ones no one can pronounce!). The […]

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