Are you cat’s eating and drinking habits changing? Have you noticed weight loss and other issues like increased vomiting? It could be Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). CKD is a disease that affects cats once they reach ten years of age and older. While the idea of a chronic disease can seem like a death sentence,… Continue reading Recognizing The Symptoms Of Chronic Kidney Disease In Cats
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Is Your Dog Shedding A Lot? Blame The Weather
Is your dog shedding more than usual? You have more in common with them than you think! When it gets cold outside, you add extra layers to stay warm, right? Your dog does the same. As temperatures drop, dogs lose their summer coat and prepare for colder weather. Of course, extra dog shedding means a… Continue reading Is Your Dog Shedding A Lot? Blame The Weather
Fighting Back Against Pesky Pet Allergies
Pet allergies are the worst, right?! Airborne pollens, molds, dust particles, etc. are inhaled and soon the sneezing and sniffling begin. The team at UrgentVet knows all about allergies and we know how awful your pet can feel when the itching and redness starts. Today, we have tips to help you stop pet allergies in… Continue reading Fighting Back Against Pesky Pet Allergies
What To Do When Your Pets Are Dealing With Diarrhea and Vomiting
When your pets are dealing with diarrhea and vomiting, it’s easy to feel helpless, especially if your vet is already closed. Today, we’ll give you some tips on what you should and should not do in this heartbreaking situation. First things first – remove all food and water from your pet’s reach and check for… Continue reading What To Do When Your Pets Are Dealing With Diarrhea and Vomiting
Ten Household Pet Poisons To Watch Out For
Your home is full of household pet poisons that you’ll want to keep far away from your pets. Today, we’ll give you ten that you should keep an eye on. Some may seem obvious and some may make you jump out of your chair to go move something you’ve had within reach of your pet’s… Continue reading Ten Household Pet Poisons To Watch Out For
Recognizing The Symptoms Of Pet Ear Infections
Pet ear infections are no fun and can drive your pet crazy! Whether it’s due to season allergies or another underlying cause, it’s something you’ll want to have a veterinarian look at as soon as you notice a problem. Today, we’ll tell you what to look for when you start to notice your pet scratching… Continue reading Recognizing The Symptoms Of Pet Ear Infections
Pet-Friendly Things To Do In Belmont, NC
Welcome to pet-friendly Belmont, NC – an amazing city that offers a ton of options for you and your pets to enjoy some time together outside of the house. The team at UrgentVet loves to take our pets on adventures throughout the city and we wanted to share some of our favorite places with you.… Continue reading Pet-Friendly Things To Do In Belmont, NC
Urgent Care is the Next Frontier in Vet Med
A lot has changed since I started in the veterinary profession 17 years ago. I’ve heard that the breadth of medical knowledge now doubles every three years (it used to be five). Recently more and more veterinary practices have switched from traditional x-ray equipment to digital imaging. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)… Continue reading Urgent Care is the Next Frontier in Vet Med