Bringing a new kitten into your home is an exciting and rewarding experience. However, caring for a kitten requires knowledge and dedication to ensure your new furry friend grows healthy and happy. This guide covers everything you need to know about how to care for a kitten, including their diet, health needs, vet visits, routine care, and at-home care.
The Bordetella vaccine is essential for preventing kennel cough, a highly contagious respiratory disease in dogs. While generally safe, like all vaccinations, the Bordetella vaccine can cause side effects in some dogs. Understanding these side effects, how long they may last, and when to seek veterinary care can help you ensure your dog's health and comfort.
Hookworms cause otherwise healthy adult dogs to experience gastrointestinal upset. However, this parasite can be fatal for puppies. Our vets in Pittsboro share facts about dog hookworms and how these problematic parasites can be treated and prevented.
Commonly referred to as kennel cough, the Bordetella virus is a highly contagious disease that dogs of any breed can contract. Here, our veterinarians in Pittsboro list the signs, causes, treatment, and tips to prevent Bordetella in dogs.
Urinary tract infections in dogs are so common that it's estimated that over a quarter of all dogs will experience at least one in their life. Here, our Pittsboro vets share some of the causes and signs of UTIs and the possible treatment options for dogs with urinary tract infections.
Bladder stones in dogs can cause urinary problems and even become life-threatening if they entirely block the bladder. In this blog post, our vets in Pittsboro will discuss this condition, its causes and symptoms, and the treatment options.
If your cat has an ear hematoma, it can be very painful. In this blog post, our veterinarians inPittsboro discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for ear hematoma.
While the pads of your dog's paws are much tougher than the bottoms of your feet, they can still suffer from cuts and other injuries. Our Pittsboro vets and team explain what you should do if your dog has a cut paw.
After a dog has surgery, pet parents play a pivotal role in helping them to fully recover. Attentive, diligent post-op care is essential to help your pooch return to their daily routine as quickly as possible. Our Pittsboro vets share some tips for how to care for your dog after surgery.
When your dog is battling an illness they may seem warmer than usual but do you know how to tell if they are too warm? Here, our Pittsboro Animal Hospital vets share some of the symptoms of fever in dogs, what the common causes are and how to help your dog feel better.
Pittsboro Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Pittsboro companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.