Category: Health

Cats are so self-sufficient, it may be hard to notice if they are not feeling their best or dealing with a health issue. However, if you start seeing some changes in their behavior or eating and drinking habits, it could be they are dealing with a pain issue. This list will help you pay closer attention… Continue reading Signs That Your Cat Is In Pain Right Now

Pet dehydration occurs when your pet loses an excessive amount of water from their body or an excessive intake of water into the body. Dehydration can make your pet feel lethargic and can potentially cause severe problems with the kidneys and other internal organs if untreated. Dehydration often accompanies symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, hypothermia (low… Continue reading Recognizing Signs Of Pet Dehydration And What To Do Next

Sometimes the healthiest of animals can still be afflicted with unfair illnesses. However, many diseases can be prevented if we take the proper precautions. April is National Heartworm Awareness Month, and we want to talk about this and other preventable diseases that you can prevent in your pet. Heartworm Disease Mosquitoes are more than a… Continue reading Four Preventable Diseases

Now that you’re expecting a two-legged baby, your four-legged baby is in store for some serious life changes. Do your best to prepare your fur baby for your human baby by keeping the following six tips in mind: Train basic commands first — Before your baby arrives, spend time teaching your pet basic commands, like… Continue reading Help Prepare Your Pet for a Baby

You want to protect your pet from anything that could hurt them. March is Poison Prevention Month and we want to help you. Here are a few common household items that could prove to be fatal for your pet: Over-the-Counter Drugs. Have a headache? Pop a Tylenol. However, if your pet accidentally gets into some… Continue reading Four Household Products Toxic to Your Pet

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 services can provide prompt, professional care with love and compassion. We’re commonly asked –… Continue reading Can Dogs Catch A Cold? You Bet

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 actually overweight or obese. Of course,… Continue reading Pet Obesity Can Lead To Larger Problems

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 instinctually hide pain so they don’t appear… Continue reading Is Your Pet In Pain? What To Watch For

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 without expensive hospitalization. Our expert staff, comprehensive in-house laboratory,… Continue reading Protect Your Pet During Cold Winter Months

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 also important to be prepared at home! We thought we’d… Continue reading Creating A Pet First-Aid Checklist