In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Plankenhorn about what canine heartworm disease is, what the symptoms are, and its treatment. There are some facts that may surprise you.
This is an episode about allergies in the mountains! Specifically, skin allergies, as explained by Dr. Scott Loveless in our podcast. We talk about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and why allergies can be so very frustrating for everyone in the family. Coming soon: food allergies!
Learn why bread dough consumption is so dangerous for both dogs and cats, and what to do if dough is ingested.
Puppies experience a variety of environments and substrates depending on where they live. City dogs learn to navigate the concrete trails, sounds of traffic, and hustle and bustle of city life, whereas country dogs may be used to more natural surfaces and more space. Even puppies in different neighborhoods learn different ways to get around in the world.
Puppies benefit from daily walks, but they do not have to be a chore! Walks have many benefits for both you and your puppy. They can be a lot of fun too!
Diarrhea is a common symptom of gastrointestinal upset in dogs. In this post, our Asheville vets explain what you should know, and what to do if these symptoms appear in your pet.
Learn about oral care for puppies and kittens, including information about braces and misalignments, periodontal disease, damaged teeth, and more.
Cone of shame. Lampshade. Satellite. Whatever you want to call them, e-collars (Elizabethan collars) are a useful tool that the veterinary world can use for a myriad of reasons. But are they really necessary?
Puppies that are never left alone are at a higher risk of developing separation anxiety or isolation distress. Here is how to teach your puppy that "alone time" can be very rewarding.
Following medical leave for elbow surgery, the team at Animal Hospital of North Asheville are delighted to welcome back Dr. Susan Wootten! Fear Free Certified veterinarian Dr. Susan Wootten is dedicated to providing quality, compassionate veterinary care to her patients here at our Asheville animal clinic.