You love your pup and want to give them their best chance at a long and happy life, that's where regular preventive veterinary care comes in. But exactly how often should you take your dog to the vet? Our Waxhaw vets explain...
Joint pain symptoms are a common reason why many dogs are brought to be examined by our Knightdale vets. While joint pain can often be an age-related condition there are effective treatments available to relieve joint pain in dogs of any age or activity level.
It's not often that our Knightdale vets see urinary tract infections in cats, when we do it is typically in senior cats or cats that are suffering from another urinary tract issue or disease. Today, we look at the symptoms, causes, and treatments for urinary tract infections and diseases in cats.
While they are a common external parasite, ear mites are highly contagious. They can severely irritate both ears and skin in cats and dogs and lead to infections that cause excessive itching, scratching, and eventual health issues. They are more common in cats than dogs and are fairly easy to treat. Here, our Knightdale vets list symptoms, causes, and treatments for ear mites in cats.
Renal failure in dogs is a serious condition requiring immediate veterinary care. In today's post, our Knightdale vets explain the types of renal failure seen in dogs as well as the most common symptoms of renal disease and how it is treated.
Annual cat and dog exams, or vet checkups for your dog or cat, allow your veterinarian to monitor your pet's health, check for early signs of disease, and provide preventive treatments to help protect your pet against potentially life-threatening conditions. Today, our Knightdale vets explain the benefits of preventive care for pets.
Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs and airways that can occur in cats for a number of reasons. Today, our vets at Smithfield Road Veterinary Hospital share more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment for pneumonia in cats.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can affect your cat’s digestion, appetite, and quality of life. It can also be challenging to diagnose. Today, our Knightdale vets explain more about IBD in cats, including symptoms, causes, treatments, and whether inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in cats is painful.
Diabetes in dogs is becoming more common. Today, our Knightdale veterinarians discuss some of the most common signs of diabetes in dogs, as well as what you should do if your dog exhibits diabetes symptoms.
Inflammatory bowel disease can affect your dog's entire gastrointestinal tract or just a portion of it. It can be difficult to diagnose as well. Our Knightdale veterinarians provide information on the symptoms and treatment of IBD in dogs, as well as foods that may help.
Smithfield Road Veterinary Hospital, PLLC is currently accepting new patients! Our experienced and kind vets are passionate about the health of Knightdale pets. Contact us today to book your furry friend's first appointment.
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