If you’ve taken your dog to the vet recently then you’ve probably had the heartworm disease conversation. While heartworm disease is easily preventable, some animals still have the unfortunate occurrence of contracting this disease. Preventative medicine is very affordable and available for pet owners, yet we still see a high spike in heartworm cases each [...]
When we think of our pets, we know that they love to play and be outside, for the most part. Playing with your dog and providing him or her with proper exercise is vital to a dog’s health and happiness. But as we get into the summer months, did you know that your dog could [...]
Laser therapy for dogs, cats and other animals or pets is a medical treatment that uses focused light to interact with living tissue, and we can perform it right here at our veterinary hospital in Chapel Hill. Laser light is a special kind of light that is adjusted to specific wavelengths, unlike most light sources. [...]
There comes a time in a pet’s life when they may have to undergo a surgical procedure. Whether it’s spaying, neutering, mass removals or complicated orthopedic procedures, it’s important that your pet is properly prepared for surgery. The goal at Dogwood Veterinary Hospital in Chapel Hill is to create the best opportunity for your pet [...]
Everyone loves their dog, it is man’s best friend after all. But do you ever find yourself longing for more excitement in your person-dog relationship? Brand new to the iTunes Store and on Google Play is our exclusive Dogwood Veterinary Hospital Dog Swapping app, just in time for the spring pet season. With the new [...]
Spring will be here soon, and that means you and your dog will be out and about much more often. Your dog will want to enjoy the warm weather, playing and socializing with other dogs--dogs that may or may not have been properly vaccinated. Just like your home routinely needs a spring clean, your dog [...]
It’s winter and although we in the Triangle have enjoyed mild weather at times, the recent snow storm has shown that it can still get quite chilly in North Carolina. When that happens, you should know how to keep your pets safe when the temperature drops. Like humans, pets are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia. [...]
If your area has recently been walloped by snow or ice (or even just rain), you know one of additional challenges of winter weather is making sure your dog still gets enough exercise. Threats from snowdrifts, freezing temperatures and icy patches are good reasons to hunker down indoors. However, a lack of exercise can have [...]
Winter can be a difficult time for pet lovers and their dogs. When the temperatures drop, it can be too cold or icy for you or your pooch to go for a walk or a romp in the park. This can be doubly difficult if you go on vacation or travel, and can’t let your [...]
You’ve thought about it for a while, but you can’t just get yourself to go through with it. You might even make fun of people who do it, so there’s no way you’re not going to buy a sweater for your pet. But maybe … you should think about it, because as corny as it [...]
