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Addison’s Disease: Rare, But Risky to Overlook in Your Dog
Perhaps it’s easiest to identify with pets when they suffer the same health problems as we do. Addison’s disease is more common in dogs than in people, though still relatively rare. About three dogs in a thousand suffer from it. But the ones that have it are diagnosed...
What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis
As your dog gets older, you might easily write off a lack of movement or energy to the slowing down that affects us all. Yet it’s often due to arthritis. Vets estimate that four dogs in five will show some signs of arthritis after the age of 8, and a quarter of the...
Celebrate the Unsung Heroes of Your Pet’s Care During National Veterinary Technician Week 2023
When caring for our beloved pets, we often think of the friendly veterinarian or specialist who provides medical expertise and advice. However, behind the scenes, a group of dedicated professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring our furry friends receive the best...
Your French Bulldog’s Snoring Is Awfully Cute – Or Is It BAS?
To paraphrase Spider-Man, with great popularity comes great responsibility. Now that French bulldogs are the most popular canines in the United States, owners need to understand their special health issues. Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BAS) can be an especially...
The Ins and Outs of Spondylosis and Discospondylitis
As humans age, we often develop spinal problems that are painful, and debilitating. That’s one thing we share, unfortunately, with pets. Dogs and occasionally cats get similar spinal problems, including spondylosis and the more serious discospondylitis. Because...
When Your Puppy Has a Heart Murmur, What Do You Do?
Hearing that your new puppy has something wrong with its heart can be frightening and confusing news. Does this mean your dog’s not going to have a long life? How do you care for a congenital heart problem? How do you know when to go beyond your regular veterinarian...
Safety Tips for Summer Activities with Your Dog
Swimming, boating, camping, taking long walks in the woods – summer invites us to do a variety of activities with our companion animals until the weather turns broiling hot. Whatever fun we have planned with our pets, here are safety tips for summer fun to make sure...
CARE Celebrates Eighth Anniversary with Stories of Special Dogs
June marks the eighth anniversary of CARE. Since 2015, CARE has delivered exceptional specialty care and expert emergency care to cherished pets in Charlotte. In short, that’s eight years of quality service, every day, around the clock. The vision of Drs. Dvorak,...
What To Expect with Anesthesia and Surgery
When your veterinarian recommends anesthesia and surgery for your cat or dog, you’re more likely to be more nervous about the procedure than your pet. This guide to the process will answer general questions about the what to expect, and vets at CARE can answer more...
