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Pet Care Tips

In order to help you keep your pets happy and healthy after your veterinary appointments, our Pittsboro vets share useful tips and helpful advice on our insightful blog.

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Best Senior Cat Food for Sensitive Stomach: Top Picks

Best Senior Cat Food for Sensitive Stomach: Top Picks

Caring for a senior cat can be stressful, as we watch their bodies change with age. For some cats, aging means they develop a more sensitive stomach than they once had. If your senior cat has a sensitive stomach, our Pittsboro vets are here to provide advice on the best food you should be feeding them.

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What to expect during my senior dog’s checkup?

What to expect during my senior dog’s checkup?

Regular senior checkups are crucial for maintaining your dog's quality of life and detecting age-related health issues. Our veterinarians in Pittsboro will review what to expect during your senior dog's checkup and why these appointments are important.

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Senior Cat Diabetes: Recognizing & Treating the Condition

Senior Cat Diabetes: Recognizing & Treating the Condition

If you’ve noticed that your senior dog is not eating, but still drinking, you’re probably wondering if you should be concerned or not. Today's post explains eating and drinking habits in senior dogs, and when to contact our Pittsboro vets.

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Senior Dog Not Eating But Drinking Water: What You Need to Know

Senior Dog Not Eating But Drinking Water: What You Need to Know

We worry about our pets as they get older, and as a result, we may pay closer attention to how they’re eating and drinking water. Today's post explains eating and drinking habits in senior dogs, and when to contact our Pittsboro vets.

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Tips on How to Strengthen Old Dogs Hind Legs

Tips on How to Strengthen Old Dogs Hind Legs

Much like us, our dogs get weaker as they get older. In today's post, our veterinarians in Pittsboro provide guidance on how to improve or maintain your dog's strength in your dog's hind legs.

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Should I get my indoor cat vaccinated? Why & When To Do It

Should I get my indoor cat vaccinated? Why & When To Do It

Our Pittsboro vets understand that it can be tempting to skip vaccinations for indoor cats. You may feel they don't need them if they don't go outside. But even if your kitty isn't allowed outside, there are some good reasons to keep your cat's shots up to date.

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How To Treat Mold Allergies In Dogs

How To Treat Mold Allergies In Dogs

Today, our Pittsboro vets offer information about the symptoms of mold allergies in dogs, how they are diagnosed and treatment options including immunotherapy using pet vaccinations.

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Hookworm in Dogs: Signs, Treatment & Prevention

Hookworm in Dogs: Signs, Treatment & Prevention

Hookworms can cause otherwise healthy adult dogs to experience gastrointestinal upset. Here, our vets in Pittsboro share facts about hookworms in dogs, and how these problematic parasites can be treated and prevented. 

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The Reality of Rabies in Cats

The Reality of Rabies in Cats

Rabies is a deadly virus that is very contagious among animals, but especially contagious among cats. Today, our Pittsboro vets discuss the impact the rabies virus can have on cats, including how common it is, the symptoms, and how it is prevented.

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Do Dental Chews Really Work for Dogs?

Do Dental Chews Really Work for Dogs?

Dental chews are a popular treat for dogs, but are they safe? Our Pittsboro vets explain if a dog dental chew is worth purchasing, and the safety tips every dog owner should keep in mind.

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Welcoming New Patients

Our vets at Hope Crossing Animal Hospital are now accepting new patients! Our talented veterinary team is passionate about caring for the pets of Pittsboro. Contact us today to book your first appointment. 

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