While fevers can sometimes be mild and pass on their own, others are more serious and can indicate a serious medical condition. Today, our Wake Forest vets share the signs, symptoms, and causes of fever in cats, and the steps you should take when they happen.
Even as your cat gets older they may not seem to change much, which can make it difficult to tell when they are getting older. Here, our Wake Forest vets talk about signs of aging in cats and answer the question of when is a cat considered a senior.
When a dog's hip stops working as it should, it can lead to significant pain and reduced mobility. Our Wake Forest vets talk about how hip replacement surgery can improve your dog's quality of life and get your pup moving again.
We all know that a cat's favorite pastime is napping. But why do cats sleep so much? Our Wake Forest vets offer some insight into cats' sleeping habits and how many hours of sleep a cat actually needs.
If you have been told that your cat suffers from stomatitis it means that they have a very advanced and painful form of gum disease. Our Wake Forest vets share some of the common causes of stomatitis in cats, the symptoms of stomatitis to watch for and what can be done to treat this form of gum disease.
Mastitis is a serious condition that is the cause of infections in pregnant dogs or dogs that have recently had puppies. In this post, our Wake Forest vets share some information about mastitis in dogs, what it is caused by and what can be done to treat it and get your dog feeling well again.
Vaccinations provide your pup with protection from a number of serious but preventable diseases and illnesses. While they are typically safe there is a chance that a reaction may occur. Our Wake Forest vets share the risks and benefits of vaccinations for dogs and what to do if your pup has a reaction to their vaccines.
Routine preventive care for your cat or kitten includes more than just parasite protection or vaccinations. It also includes sterilization. Our vets in Wake Forest talk about what to expect from your male cats before and after neutering and the signs of complications to watch for.
Diagnostic imaging is a tool used by veterinary teams to help determine the seriousness of your cat or dog's illness or injury. Here, our Wake Forest vets share some of the types of diagnostic tests available that may be used to diagnose your pet and determine treatment options.
Our veterinary team strongly believes that educating pet parents is an important part of pet care. So today, our Wake Forest vets share some information about urinalysis for dogs and cats and what you can expect from this diagnostic test for your pet.
At North Wake Animal Hospital we are happy to welcome new and existing patients and their families to our veterinary care family.
