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The Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CrCL) is one of the most important stabilizers inside the canine knee joint, which is the middle joint in the back leg. The CrCL may also be known as the Anterior...
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Mar 25, 2019
The 46th Iditarod kicked off on March 2, 2019 in Anchorage, Alaska. The dog sled race is almost 1,000 miles. So, as you can imagine, mushers and their teams of dogs prepare for months leading up to...
Sep 12, 2018
Pain is defined as a perception that the brain creates from any one of a variety of stimuli including physical, temperature, chemical, or inflammatory damage to tissues. During and right after a...
Jun 14, 2017
Is your dog showing decreased activity levels – or more grumpiness than usual about that early morning walk? Often we attribute such behavior to age, but sometimes the problem is more specific – an...
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The Cough That Spreads: An Owner’s Guide to Kennel Cough
The term “kennel cough” sounds innocuous, like some mild cold virus that runs its course smoothly and causes little annoyance. But in some cases, it lingers and has serious side effects. All dogs can contract and spread it, although certain breeds tend to be more...
Neurological Problems in Pets: What’s Really Going On?
One of the scariest things a pet owner can see is a seizure, especially for the first time. It can be devastating to watch your dog or cat writhe in pain or struggle to walk. When this happens, consulting a veterinary neurologist can be one of the most stressful days...
How Do You Deal with Chronic Kidney Disease in Pets?
Chronic kidney disease in pets (CKD) can be a frustrating condition. Many pets show no signs of illness at home; cats are especially good at masking issues until a problem becomes advanced. The disease can be slowed and managed but neither cured nor reversed. Some...
Pet surgery? Anesthesiologists Are There Before, During and Afterward.
If you’ve ever had surgery, you probably had an anesthesia team made up of an anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetists. Although you may not remember, they made sure you were well cared for. They also helped you wake up smoothly from anesthesia. At CARE, our...
Celebrating Veterinary Technician Week 2025
Every October, CARE proudly pauses to honor some of the key members of our hardworking team. During Veterinary Technician Week 2025, from October 12 to 18, we recognize the dedication, skill and compassion our veterinary technicians bring to every patient. Veterinary...
What Is a Hospitalist? And Why Do I Need One?
Most job titles at a specialty hospital tell you what doctors do. A cardiologist works with hearts. An ophthalmologist specializes in the eyes. An oncologist treats cancer. However, CARE is also the only animal hospital in the Charlotte region that not only employs a...
Five Common Reasons to See a Specialty Veterinarian
As your family’s veterinarian, my goal is to provide the best care possible for your pet through preventative care and in the case of an unexpected illness. We can manage most health concerns at our hospital. As in human medicine, though, there are times when a...
How Do I Know if My Pet Has Cancer?
As a veterinary oncologist at CARE, one of the most common questions I hear from pet owners is: “How would I know if my pet has cancer?” Just as in people, cancers in dogs or cats can vary dramatically in the ways they show up. Some are aggressive and obvious, while...
Life-saving Blood: Understanding Transfusions for Dogs and Cats
Blood transfusions are among the most critical, life-saving procedures in veterinary medicine. Like people, dogs and cats face situations where red blood cells, platelets or clotting factors drop to dangerously low levels. Trauma, immune-mediated disease, cancer,...
What Happens When My Pet Is Hospitalized with Congestive Heart Failure?
Realizing your pet has heart failure can be especially scary. Animals often struggle to breathe and become extremely anxious, which can make owners anxious as well. Knowing how CARE’s staff monitors and cares for your pet may calm your anxiety and help you understand...