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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Judy, the prisoner of war. 🎖
Judy was the mascot of several ships in the Pacific. She was captured by the Japanese in 1942 and taken to a prison camp. There she met Leading Aircraftsman Frank Williams who shared his small portion of rice with her. Judy raised morale in the POW camp giving alarm when poisonous snakes, crocodiles and even tigers approached. She was smuggled out in a rice sack when the prisoners were shipped back to Singapore. She never whimpered or betrayed her presence to the guards. The next day, the ship was torpedoed. Williams pushed Judy out of a porthole in an attempt to save her life, even though there was a 15 feet drop to the sea. He made his own escape from the ship, not knowing if Judy had survived. Frank Williams was recaptured and was sent to a new POW camp without news of Judy's survival. However, stories began being told of a dog helping drowning men reach pieces of debris on which to hold. Williams was giving up hope of finding Judy when she arrived in his new camp. "I couldn’t believe my eyes. As I entered the camp, a scraggy dog hit me square between the shoulders and knocked me over! I’d never been so glad to see the old girl." They spent a year in Sumatra. "She saved my life in so many ways. The greatest way of all was giving me a reason to live. All I had to do was look at her and into those weary, bloodshot eyes and I would ask myself: What would happen to her if I died? I had to keep going." Even if it meant waiting for a miracle. Once hostilities ceased, Judy was smuggled aboard a troopship heading to Liverpool. In England, she was awarded the Dickin Medal, "the animals' Victoria Cross", in May 1946. Her citation reads: "For magnificent courage and endurance in Japanese prison camps, which helped to maintain morale among her fellow prisoners and also for saving many lives through her intelligence and watchfulness". At the same time, Frank Williams was awarded the PDSA's White Cross of St. Giles, the highest award possible, for his devotion to Judy. Frank and Judy spent the year after the war visiting the relatives of English POWs who hadn't survived. Frank remarked that Judy always seemed to give a comforting presence. Judy died at the age of 13. Frank spent two months building a granite and marble memorial in her memory, which included a plaque which told of her life story.
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Tearing Can Lead to Foul Smells
Excessive tearing and drainage around a dog's eyes are often caused by a blockage, injury, or ingrown eyelash, all of which may be treatable.
Thank you so much to all of the amazing techs!!!
Shoutout to all the amazing people at CARE! ❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶
It's so nice to see a practice that really does care about their employees and staff.
That's awesome!
Y'all are the best!!! Thank you for all you do ❤️
Love a few VT. Rachel Gallegos & Erin Beatrice Lane-Cress
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What every pet owner should know about food allergies
“Allergen-free dog food“ touts one product website, while another company advertises “limited ingredient diets”. And the majority of companies that make grain-free diets suggest that they may be helpful for dogs with allergies. How true are these claims, though?Thanks, CARE!!! I think that is a problem that my Tom Cat....Tommy has!!!!
This couple has 7 Instagram-famous pets
Nala the Cat has more than 4 million followers on Instagram, making her the most followed cat on the photo-sharing app. Her owners also have five other cats and one dog, all of whom are internet famous.
Diabetes Mellitus In Dogs And Cats | CARE | Charlotte
Learn about diabetes mellitus, a hormonal disturbance in dogs and cats including causes, signs, treatment and monitoring of the condition.My very favorite cat had diabetes 🙂 I would put him on one diet after another, and each time his sister would lose weight.... and he would not. I finally gave up and decided that's what the insulin shots were for 🥴
Pet's Eye Color Changing? You May Be Right
Pet's Eye Color Changing? You May Be Right By Essilor News Share: Some humans have hazel eyes that may change color throughout their lives, possibly achieving two completely different colors during the same day. But can pets' eye colors change? Yes. But why color is changing is what should concern p...
Congrats! This is terrific news.
I saw Dr. Bishop coming in on Tuesday rushing to hold the door for a woman and her dog. Liked him immediately!
We saw Dr Bishop and really like the time he spent with us and helping us navigate Maddie’s new IBD diet and treatment!!
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How Old Is Your Pet in Human Years? The Answer Is a Little Complicated, According to a Vet
One regular year is not always seven years for dogs and cats
Cats understand their names and are probably just choosing to ignore you, a study suggests
Have you ever wondered if your cat just doesn't understand its name and that's why it's ignoring you? Well, nope.This is a well known fact to cat owners. 😂
My 5 cats know their names and the many versions of it. They also like responding to other sounds and gestures. One cat would come from the other room when I thump my tummy, he'd lie on top of me. Another cat would sit on my right side if I tap that side of the sofa. Another one would wait for me to tap the bed every morning so she can climb in. The newest rescue is still learning hers. ^_^
I swear that Bob-cat recognizes his name. 🙂 Now, Patch, on the other hand definitely has chosen to ignore his! 🙂
Of course! Cats are brats 🤣🤣
Lol is this breaking news? All cat owners know when their cat is ignoring them 🤣 the ear slowly turns. But the eyes keep staring straight ahead.
This doesn’t surprise anyone! 😁
S Alexander Hardison we know this to be true. 😂
How Can I Tell If My Dog Is In Pain?
Nobody wants to see their dog suffering and in pain. However, sometimes it can be very difficult to know for sure whether or not your dog is in pain.
The Dog Vaccinations Your Puppy Really Needs
Vaccines are vital to protect your puppy's health. Here's the lowdown on the core vaccines your puppy really needs, and the optional ones you might want to consider.
Raw Diets: A Healthy Choice or a Raw Deal?
Raw meat-based diets, both commercial and home-made are increasing in popularity. You likely know a friend or colleague who is feeding this type of diet to their pets and you may have heard lots of wonderful things about what these diets can do. But how much of the glowing testimonials that you’ve...never in a million years
Vitamins for your dog are a huge business
The $636 million pet supplement industry is fueled by the greatest suckers of all: millennial dog owners, like me.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.
Diabetes Mellitus In Dogs And Cats
Diabetes Mellitus, a somewhat common hormonal disturbance in dogs and cats, occurs due to either a lack of insulin production or the development of insulin resistance. The majority of diabetic dogs have Type 1 Diabetes, meaning they are insulin-dependent. While all...
Cancer: Early Detection and Preventive Measures Enhance Patients’ Quality of Life
Cancer is hands-down one of the scariest diagnoses a pet parent can receive. However, one in four dogs will be diagnosed in their lifetime (and half of dogs past the age of 10). While this data is less known in cats, it is likely similar. Advances in veterinary...
CT or MRI To Diagnose Nervous System Problems
While examining a dog or cat for a neurological problem, a neurologist’s primary aim is to pinpoint where exactly the problem is located in the nervous system. We do not start with a CT or MRI. Instead, we begin by asking our patients a series of questions. For...
