Welcome to CARE
Supporting Charlotte’s pets with board-certified specialists and emergency care.
In a way, pets are like people. Sometimes they require special, expert care – and that can happen suddenly. That’s why CARE is here. We’ve assembled the board–certified specialties your pet needs and deserves, in a setting that’s medically advanced and always compassionate. We also have 24-hour emergency services, all under one roof, for your peace of mind.
We drive ourselves to exceed your expectations while treating every pet as if he or she was our own. For referrals, we work closely with your veterinarian and, as a team, diagnose the condition and plan a course of treatment with careful consideration for quality of life.
Because our focus is on pets’ more advanced medical needs, we do not offer these services: spay and neuter services, teeth cleaning, vaccinations and immunizations and boarding. These are areas of expertise for primary veterinarians.
CARE is the pet equivalent of a human medical center.
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What? You’ve never fallen asleep with your head propped up on the wall and ice packs on your elbows before? This sweet boy Rocco had a lot of fun this morning playing and wrestling with our technician, Carrie, (ie getting his elbows iced) and really wore himself out!
2 days ago
Oh my!!!
❤️ Carrie!
Oh my goodness! He’s so precious!
Puppies are blind, deaf and toothless when born. Enjoy National Puppy Day tomorrow! #funfactfriday #nationalpuppyday
nationalpuppyday.com
Celebrated March 23rd annually to celebrate puppies and promote adoption!2 days ago
and they got PUPPY BREATH!!! awww!! Lub puppy breath!!
Spring has sprung and so has allergy season. Here are a few common causes for pet allergies and how to combat them to make your furry friend more comfortable!
It's Spring and My Pet Itches! A Look at Seasonal Allergies
americanveterinarian.com
The most common allergies in dogs and cats fall into 3 categories: atopy (allergy to substances in the environment), flea allergy, and food allergy.4 days ago
If you keep your cat active during the day, he or she will sleep better at night. If you're not free-feeding your cat, you can also help him or her get a good night's sleep by providing a substantial evening meal. #funfactfriday
1 week ago
My Tony Bear would not let me sleep unless his bowl was full at night 🤦♀️ at all times....
Good luck with that!! Gracie refuses to do anything but eat during the day 😂
Our newest veterinarian, Dr. Christina Maglaras, is a board-certified Emergency Critical Care Specialist. She adds another layer of treatment to help our patients through their hospitalization so they can live their happiest, healthiest lives.
Read her blog post to understand more about what she does at CARE and how she enhances our care for our critically ill and ER patients.
The Role Of A Criticalist In A Specialty Practice | CARE
carecharlotte.com
What is the Critical Care specialty and what does a criticalist do? This post answers those qustions and gives examples of types of care.2 weeks ago
Spring brings Kitten Season, which a huge strain on animal shelters. Please consider spaying or neutering your cat to prevent overpopulation and unwanted kittens.
Cat or Dog Spay/Neuter Services | Humane Society of Charlotte
humanesocietyofcharlotte.org
Pet overpopulation is a huge problem, but fortunately there’s a solution: Spaying/neutering our companion pets. It’s quick, easy and safe.2 weeks ago
Don't consider it. Just do it. I ran a shelter. The number of cats dying in shelters simply for lack of space and homes is horrific. The ONLY way to stop millions of animals from dying every year is for owners to be responsible. Shutting down puppy mills would be a huge help as well. As owners, the over population problem is OUR responsibility.
Grapes and raisins, as well as onions, garlic, and chives, are all extremely harmful foods for cats. Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure -- although the reasoning behind that isn't clear. Meanwhile, onions, garlic, and chives wreak havoc on your cat's gastrointestinal system and can cause anemia. #funfactfriday
2 weeks ago
And I believe it’s just as harmful for dogs
Shared. Thanks for posting this.👏👏
Thanks for this reminder, not that my cat craves any of this, but I have one who is always interested in what I am eating and yo never know what he might bite into.
An inspiration to us all. When Sherri Franklin was volunteering for the San Francisco Humane Society, she noticed that senior dogs weren't getting adopted. In response, she started a nonprofit that rescues senior dogs from shelters and finds them forever homes.
Making dogs' golden years shine
cnn.com
Volunteering at the humane society, Sherri Franklin saw older dogs get passed by for adoption so she started Muttville, which has adopted out more than 4,000 senior dogs.3 weeks ago
💚💛💜💙
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Genetic testing for dogs has surged in recent years. Many say it's a way for them to get to know their pet better. And, as in humans, DNA testing can also tell you about health risks, disposition and background.
Dog DNA testing takes off, and generates debate
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Genetic testing for dogs has surged in recent years, raising questions about standards, interpretation and limitations.3 weeks ago
Dogs are omnivores – they eat meat, grains and vegetables. #funfactfriday
3 weeks ago
Like me!! 😹
Moses use to pick cucumbers from our garden and Ouji sat under the tree till the plums fell to eat them
My dog loves carrots, apples and sweet potatoes
True - mine love their carrots/lettuce/and more!
Though not as obvious as ways in which we exercise dogs, cats do need exercise to stay healthy!
5 Fun Ways To Get Your Cats The Exercise They Need
huffingtonpost.com
A little physical activity will help keep your cats healthy.4 weeks ago
Yes he definitely does!! Lol
Bekah Eljoundi Dasha Tsereteli
Kimberly Cook maybe Carlton needs this ?! 🙂
We can't help but squeeze one more article about heart disease and its relationship to dog food in February. We love empowering people through information. #heartdiseaseawarenessmonth
A broken heart: Risk of heart disease in boutique or grain-free diets and exotic ingredients
vetnutrition.tufts.edu
A recent increase in heart disease in dogs eating certain types of diets may shed light on the role of diet in causing heart disease. It appears that diet may be increasing dogs’ risk for heart disease because owners have fallen victim to the many myths and misperceptions about pet food.4 weeks ago
I can't believe this article said, "do yourself a favor - stop reading the ingredients list. I would hope pet owners would read the ingredients and research where those ingredients are sourced from. I feed my babies The Honest Kitchen and I'll never go back to feeding them any of those so called "reputable" brands. And the information on grains in this article, do grains not feed cancer or have I been misinformed on that, too?🙄
I call BS here... this article claims food allergies are VERY UNCOMMON... Syke! Food allergies are extremely common.
Kittens in the same litter can have more than one father. This is because the female cat releases multiple eggs over the course of a few days when she is in heat. #funfactfriday
4 weeks ago
Dogs too!
Proof! My baby boy brothers
Recent studies suggest that people who work in veterinary medicine are at a high risk for mental health disorders. Dr. Peggy Sayer, one of the founders of CARE, has written an article explaining how the practice works to keep mental health at the forefront.
She writes, "We of course value our staff members and want to take care of their well-being. We also believe that strong mental health empowers our team members to provide our patients the highest level of care. Each and every one of our employees has a deep passion for improving pets’ quality of life through veterinary medicine. As a leader, I understand the importance of protecting and enabling this passion, as it makes so many of us tick."
CARE Cares About Mental Health | CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency
carecharlotte.com
People who work in veterinary medicine are at higher risk for mental health disorders. CARE's plan for wellness seeks to combat this issue.1 month ago
Michelle Dunne
Your staff is so aware of how we, as pet parents, are impacted. The care and concern they feel is felt all the time. You have created a very supportive environment where the staff laugh and cry with their patients and their families. Well done! From a pet parent perspective, we appreciate this as much as the care and love you give to our pets! 💙❤️
We love Dr. Sayer, she always has others in the forefront of her mind - human or hound! 💕
Your practice’s efforts show-Bravo! The staff is very positive, compassionate & caring!
Happy President’s Day!
25 photos of some of the most adorable and well-known dogs to live in the White House
businessinsider.com
Dogs have been the most popular pet for a president to have during his time in the White House. Here are 23 photos of some of the most adorable and well-known canines to grace the Oval Office.1 month ago
Mary Ellen Young L Franklin Young - and of course I am sure the children of the Presidents has even more doggies. !
Thanks for sharing this!
The only one who brake the tradition?? Trump... and Truman gave away his one.. at least he found a loving family.
Female dogs carry puppies for about nine weeks before birth. #funfactfriday
1 month ago
Schnauzers ♥️
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Dear Science: Why do we love our pets?
washingtonpost.com
People have been living alongside dogs and cats for more than 10,000 years. But psychology still can't explain the warm and gooey feeling we get when we hold them.1 month ago
“Clifford’s so loyal, he’s there when ya call.”
Bo’s overnight stay was made that much cozier with the company of his emotional support Clifford. ❤️
1 month ago
Awww how lovely he has his friend to offer support 😊
So cute
Latest Blog Posts
Our veterinarians are writing and posting articles to our blog. Our vets are highly qualified and board-certified in a range of specialties. Each vet will focus on their area of expertise to provide readers with rich content that we hope will give you guidance with pet care, and insight into pet health.
The Role Of A Criticalist In A Specialty Practice
As CARE’s first Emergency Critical Care Specialist, I wanted to write an article explaining what a "Criticalist" does. And, most specifically, how I will help your pets throughout their treatment. While there are many specialized areas of veterinary medicine at CARE,...
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CARE Cares About Mental Health
Recent studies suggest that people who work in veterinary medicine are at a high risk for mental health disorders. At CARE, we take these studies very seriously. We have implemented policies and procedures to help any employee face disorders such as compassion fatigue...
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What We See As Internal Medicine Veterinarians
Internal Medicine in the veterinary field focuses on many of the same diseases as internal medicine for humans. Diseases of the gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, urogenital, vascular and pulmonary systems are often complex. Diagnoses can be difficult for many reasons,...
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