Fun Dog Facts for Kids
Dogs make amazing animal companions and loyal best friends. Many are even dedicated workers! In this post, our Asheville vets share lots of fun dog facts for kids.
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Silver Muzzles, Gold Hearts: Making Your Pet's Senior Years The Best They Can Be
As your pet(s) enters their "senior" years, there are many easy modifications you can do to help them continue to enjoy an enriched and comfortable life.
When in Doubt, Stay Out! Blue Green Algae Intoxication in Pets
Learn the dangers of blue-green algae blooms and how it can be toxic and potentially fatal to pets.
In-Hospital Patient Care: What happens when your pet stays with us: AHNA Podcast
Learn first hand what our in patient care team does to take care of your pet while they are hospitalized. Listen to our interview with one of our patient care nurses.
Veterinary Superpower: X-Ray Vision
Learn how veterinarians use x-rays to reveal dental problems that involve the teeth and are found below the gumline in your pet's mouth.
How to Care for Your Pet After Surgery
Knowing how to care for your pet properly after surgery can help you to get your dog back to normal as quickly as possible, without complications. In today's blog our vets share a few tips on how to care for your pup following surgery.
Cat Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Are you seeing symptoms of diabetes in your cat (or maybe you’ve already received a diagnosis)? You likely have several questions. Our Asheville vets review risk factors for the disease and treatment options. We’ll also offer insight on when to seek help from your vet with treating cat diabetes.
What’s Going On In There? Why Bloodwork is Important to Healthy and Sick Pets.
Bloodwork may seem to be unnecessary and just an added cost to a pet owner, but it can provide loads of valuable information to the medical staff for both sick and well pets. Learn how bloodwork can unlock key information for your veterinarian.
Are You And Your Pets Ready In Case Of A Fire?
According to the United States Fire Administration, an estimated 500,000 pets are affected annually by fire. The American Kennel Club and the ADT Security Services created the Pet Fire Safety Day to be celebrated on July 15th. This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the fire hazards beloved pets could pose in the home, but, more importantly, how to prevent them.
Fear Free: What is a PVP? How Does It Help My Fearful Pet?
If you have a dog or cat who is fearful, anxious, or stressed during veterinary visits, the veterinary team may have recommended that you give your pet a PVP, or pre-visit pharmaceutical. PVPs can help to make veterinary visits more likely to be successful. The goal is to make your pet’s veterinary visit more enjoyable and less stressful.