Bringing a new cat into your home is an exciting time, filled with love and anticipation. However, a careful and gentle approach is essential to ensure a smooth transition. From understanding how to introduce a new cat to other pets to creating a welcoming environment for your new feline family member, a
When spaying your female pet, you can choose between a Laparoscopic Ovariectomy (LOVE) spay and a traditional one. Both procedures aim to prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce the risk of specific health issues. Still, LOVE spays are a less painful alternative and help your pet return to normal activities faster with fewer
Are you a proud cat parent? Taking your cat to the vet regularly will help them stay healthy. But how often should a cat go to the vet? In this blog: How Often Do Cats Need to Go to the Vet? What is a Cat Check-Up? When Should I Take
In this blog: Why Can’t Cats Eat Chocolate? What Happens When Cats Eat Chocolate? What to Do If Your Cat Eats Chocolate? How to Prevent Your Cat from Eating Chocolate While cats may be less likely than dogs to break into your candy stash, it's
A favorite activity for cat owners is to treat their furry friends to some catnip. Watching our cats scurry around is so much fun! Cats of all ages enjoy catnip. Catnip can also attract and affect our kitties' larger ancestors, like tigers. But why do cats react the way they do when exposed
Our cats may seem invincible (or at least they want us to think so), but they can often suffer from the nuisance of allergies. Allergies in cats are more common than you may think. It is essential to understand which allergies can affect your cat so you can be on the lookout and keep
For Dogs and Cats Let’s face it: pets sometimes misbehave. Chewing the remote control or stealing some food from the counter occasionally might cause a few laughs or it might be irritating — but it’s rarely a reason for concern. If your pet is involved in more destructive behavior or acting inappropriately towards other
Dr. Charles with one of his senior patients, Gretel. How to Help Pets Stay Happy & Healthy as They Age Pets are living longer now than they ever have before due to advanced veterinary care. But just like people, they slow down and are more likely to have health issues as they
Summer months can be dangerous for pets, especially if they are left outside without water and shade or travel in the car with you. With the warmer weather comes some unexpected dangers, so it’s a good idea to have your vet on speed dial. From overheating on too long of a walk or run,
Dogs and snakes aren't always a good combo. The warmer temperatures in spring and summer bring out more people, their pets, and snakes. More than 30 different species of snakes live in North Carolina. Most live in wooded areas, but they can also be present in your own backyard. Many of them are harmless,
