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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Pet Dental Care: The Home Edition 

Pet Dental Care: The Home Edition 

There are definitive ways to prevent periodontal disease, but like other facets of health, the journey starts at home. Sure, it can be an uphill battle to convince some pets that daily tooth brushing can be fun, but routine pet dental care, both at home and in the veterinarian’s office, sets the stage for long […]

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Top 10 Ways To Keep Pets Healthy

Top 10 Ways To Keep Pets Healthy

On the surface, it may seem easy to keep pets healthy. But, like most things in life, there’s usually more to how our pets are feeling than what meets the eye.  Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care cares about you and your pet, and we’re here to help. Our 10 tips will keep you keep […]

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Not Just Hype: Pet Dental Care Is Paramount to Pet Health 

Not Just Hype: Pet Dental Care Is Paramount to Pet Health 

It used to be that pet owners would simply grin and bear their pet’s foul-smelling breath. However, it’s no longer recommended to accept doggie breath or tuna breath as natural. The first sign that there are problems in the mouth is bad breath!  Because pet dental care is linked to so many different areas of […]

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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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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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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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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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Pot and Pets: A Scary Combination

Pot and Pets: A Scary Combination

As more and more states legalize medical and recreational marijuana use, North Carolina seems set to join them. Bills that would legalize medical marijuana and small amounts for personal use are making their way through the House and Senate, meaning that residents may soon have easier access to the substance.  The legalization of marijuana has […]

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