At UrgentVet, we understand dogs inside and out – not just physically, but psychologically as well. We know what makes them comfortable. We know what makes them anxious and irritated. Because we understand our canine friends so well, our emergency veterinarian...

Your pet's weight is more important than you think. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 53% of adult dogs and 55% of cats in the US are obese or overweight. 22% of dog owners and 15% of cat owners said their pet's weight was normal when it was...

Two of the most common after-hours injuries in dogs and cats are bleeding cuts and bite wounds. These injuries often occur on the face, limbs, feet, and tail so they are difficult to treat at home and can rarely wait until your regular vet is open. Many animals will...

As the temperature drops in the Carolinas, it's important to make sure you're doing everything you can to protect your pet. More pets present to the vet ER for GI upset than any other illness. UrgentVet is uniquely qualified to manage the vast majority of these cases...

Like an urgent care center for people, we provide prompt veterinary care for dogs and cats. We take care of illnesses and injuries that require immediate attention – but aren’t serious enough to warrant an expensive trip to a 24-hour emergency hospital.Of course, it's...

If you have a cat, chances are good that you’ve seen them vomit from time to time. But how much vomiting is normal for a cat? When should your cat’s vomiting become a cause for concern? If your pet is vomiting more than usual, it's important to call us right away. In...

As much as you like Thanksgiving food, your pet probably likes it more. Expect them to follow you around the kitchen as you cook and ready to pounce on anything that hits the floor. While it can sometimes be cute and we let it slide, some Thanksgiving foods can cause...

We're here with some tips to keep your dog's ears clean today because we've seen a lot more ear infections lately. How often are you examining and monitoring your dog's ear health? If it's not weekly, it may not be enough. Today we'll tell you why it's important to...

We have Halloween pet safety tips for your and your furry family to make sure this holiday is entirely stress-free!You're ready for Halloween, but are your pets? With all of the excitement surrounding the holiday, sometimes we forget about the stress and dangers it...

Fall brings cooler weather, changing colors, and new dangers for our pets. Seemingly simple things like a backpack left on the ground, a walk through a wooded area, or bug spray can cause severe health issues for our pets. Today, we'll give you three safety tips for...