While uncommon, your cat may experience injury to their ears that result in hematomas. Today, our Pittsboro vets discuss aural hematomas in cats and everything you need to know about surgery to treat this condition.
To help your pet recover quickly and without any complications after surgery, it's important to know how to care for them properly. Our Pittsboro vets have provided some helpful tips to speed up your pet's healing process.
In humans, the ACL can commonly become injured, typically in athletes, but did you know that dogs have a similar ligament? In dogs, the ACL is actually referred to as the CCL. Here our Pittsboro vets discuss ACL (CCL) injuries in dogs, as well as how they can be treated and prevented.
While uncommon, hernias in cats can occur for a variety of reasons, but the good news is that they are easily treated when discovered early. In this post, our Pittsboro vets talk about the types of hernias that cats experience and how they can be treated using surgery.
Fecal exams performed by your veterinarian are the best way to protect your pets and family against intestinal parasites. At Hope Crossing Animal Hospital in Pittsboro fecal exams provide your vet with the opportunity to test your cat or dog for intestinal parasites before more serious problems develop.
If you have recently acquired a kitten then there will be a variety of preventive care that they will need, including being fixed to avoid unwanted litters and serious diseases. Our Pittsboro vets discuss the benefits of having your cat spayed or neutered and how old your kitten needs to be to get fixed.
Rabies is a deadly disease that can be easily transmitted by a variety of animals that your dog may come into contact with. This disease can not only be transmitted to your dog but to yourself as well. In this post, our Pittsboro vets discuss rabies in dogs, why preventive care is so important, and what the rabies vaccine schedule looks like.
Injuries in cats can sometimes lead to other concerns and conditions. One condition that may be the result of injuries is aural hematomas or blood blisters. Today, our Pittsboro vet team discusses the causes of aural hematomas in cats, symptoms, and when surgery may be necessary.
The idea of raising a puppy and a kitten together might be the cutest thought, but there are many things that you should consider if you choose to go this route. Here, our Pittsboro vets explain the things that you should keep in mind when raising a puppy and kitten together in the same home.
At Hope Crossing Animal Hospital, we want to help pet owners understand the processes that happen at the veterinary clinic. So today, our Pittsboro vets will share some information about urinalysis for dogs and what you can expect from the process.
Our vets at Hope Crossing Animal Hospital are now accepting new patients! Our talented veterinary team is passionate about caring for the pets of Pittsboro. Contact us today to book your first appointment.