Spring is such a beautiful time of year in North Carolina. The sun rises earlier and sets later, it becomes warmer; flowers begin to bloom and the grass turns green. However, as those of us who live here know, it means it is time for pollen or what North Carolinians refer to as “the pollening”. […]
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Have you ever worried about your pet escaping or getting out of your yard? According to the American Humane Association, over 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. every year. It is likely that you or someone you know has encountered this frightening situation here in Fayetteville, NC. EXTRA PROTECTION […]
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What are coronaviruses? The CDC defines coronaviruses as “a large family of viruses that are common in people and different species of animals. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can infect people and then spread between people.” We are still learning about the virus that causes COVID-19, but it appears that it can spread from people to animals […]
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The summer months can be dangerous months for your pets. Dogs and cats that spend a significant amount of time outside without enough water could overheat and suffer from heat stroke. Pets who are able to wander outside may find themselves bitten by snakes or poisonous spiders, although relatively rare as spiders may find it […]
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Introducing the crate When you take your crate home, place it in a location that is convenient to the door, but is not totally isolated. Your puppy should feel included in your daily activities, even when he confined to the crate. Once in place, put some toys and treats in the crate and encourage him […]
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Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your pet, but your pet can also suffer from heat-related health problems. Here are some tips to keep things cool for the summer. Watch for signs of heatstroke. Rapid panting, hot skin, twitching muscles, and lethargy can be signs of heat stress or heat stroke. […]
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Guinea Pigs are a prey species, meaning that sudden movements and loud noises can startle them, and stress them out. I recommend that you handle your guinea pig every day. This should be done gently and on a surface where they cannot get away and hurt themselves. (Ie not on a table or high in […]
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At the first new puppy visit a general health exam is done on the pup along with whatever vaccines, fecal etc the puppy is due for. Also everything from crate training, heartworms and prevention, to teaching owners how to restrain/train their pups to handle common occurrences they will face throughout their life (like ear cleaning, […]
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